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From one of the country’s most nondescript cities to a gigantic outdoor art gallery.
The slow transformation of Hamilton took another big step forward this weekend, with the latest iteration of the Boon Street Art Festival helping consign its status as a boring location to the past.
Have … View moreFrom one of the country’s most nondescript cities to a gigantic outdoor art gallery.
The slow transformation of Hamilton took another big step forward this weekend, with the latest iteration of the Boon Street Art Festival helping consign its status as a boring location to the past.
Have you checked out any new murals? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Tefal bread maker pan and dough mixing paddle. You could try to get paddle from other sources (up to $33) and a pan (up to $70) but here are BOTH for just $25. Only thing is you have to collect it yourself. Or prepay freight. Yes, these items have been used but are in excellent condition. I can… View moreTefal bread maker pan and dough mixing paddle. You could try to get paddle from other sources (up to $33) and a pan (up to $70) but here are BOTH for just $25. Only thing is you have to collect it yourself. Or prepay freight. Yes, these items have been used but are in excellent condition. I can drop it off if within 10km
Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.
The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.
Is a local pet cemetery something … View moreDave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.
The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.
Is a local pet cemetery something you think you would use? Share your thoughts below.
Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the April issue.
Ethos Cafe isn’t just serving food - it’s rethinking the entire food system. From growing its own produce to composting kitchen waste back into the soil, this cafe is closing the loop, one plate at a time.
“We grow our own food, bring it into the kitchen, and whatever’s left goes back … View moreEthos Cafe isn’t just serving food - it’s rethinking the entire food system. From growing its own produce to composting kitchen waste back into the soil, this cafe is closing the loop, one plate at a time.
“We grow our own food, bring it into the kitchen, and whatever’s left goes back into our garden,” says head chef Chris McIntosh.
Have you tried this cafe? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Switching to variable vehicle speed limits outside a dozen Hamilton schools is potentially “gambling with children’s lives”, says the city’s deputy mayor Angela O’Leary.
The schools currently have permanent 30kph limits but the Government has ordered a change as part of its push-back … View moreSwitching to variable vehicle speed limits outside a dozen Hamilton schools is potentially “gambling with children’s lives”, says the city’s deputy mayor Angela O’Leary.
The schools currently have permanent 30kph limits but the Government has ordered a change as part of its push-back on speed limits lowered over the past few years.
What do you think the speed limit should be around schools? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Turn a tired old clothesline into a stylish garden feature that brings joy to the chore of getting your washing out in the sun. Finish in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Crowshead. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
A call for help has gone out to clean up the “extraordinary” amount of rubbish on pensioner Tony Templer’s Hamilton property.
A give-a-little page has been started by Juliette Jones, urging the community to help the 80-year-old, whose Mardon Road property has become overrun by rubbish.
With no significant rain forecast until “maybe” later this month, grass is a hot commodity and dry stock farmers who’ve taken on dairy farmers’ heifers want to give them back.
Following a meeting of the adverse event cluster group in early March, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay declared… View moreWith no significant rain forecast until “maybe” later this month, grass is a hot commodity and dry stock farmers who’ve taken on dairy farmers’ heifers want to give them back.
Following a meeting of the adverse event cluster group in early March, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay declared a medium scale adverse event for the region, along with other parts of the country.
Are you affected by the drought? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Waikato’s new rescue helicopter has an auto take-off function and can carry more kit.
The $20 million dollar 5-blade Airbus H145 D3 has come “straight from the factory floor” in Germany, and replaces the former H145 Wespac rescue helicopter, which is going to Tauranga.
Waste firms warn it could cost “thousands” of dollars for a Hamilton pensioner to comply with a city council order to tidy up rubbish added to by fly-tippers, at his Mardon Rd property.
Besides adding to known hoarder 80-year-old Tony Templer’s stresses the situation is also causing a … View moreWaste firms warn it could cost “thousands” of dollars for a Hamilton pensioner to comply with a city council order to tidy up rubbish added to by fly-tippers, at his Mardon Rd property.
Besides adding to known hoarder 80-year-old Tony Templer’s stresses the situation is also causing a nuisance for neighbours.
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time,… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr … View moreWhat can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.
Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.
A little bit about Andrew:
Dr Andrew Hubbard is deputy chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CAB) and loves working for the CAB so much that he’s been there for more than fifteen years.
Andrew believes in the difference people can make working together in the community and loves being able to support the work of the more than 2000 CAB volunteers across the motu. Andrew’s background is in policy and he’s been actively involved in consumer issues for the fifteen years he’s been at the CAB.
Andrew and the CAB team are ready to answer your questions about your consumer rights. This might be questions about when you can get a refunds, your rights when buying via Facebook or overseas, product delivery issues and what to do if a retailer won't sort a problem out for you.
Andrew is here live on Wednesday from 9.30am for your questions.
We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, … View moreWe've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?
Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, let's brainstorm!
Share your favourite lunches from your school days or the go-to meals your kids love! Perhaps we can come up with a menu of crowd-pleasing school lunches...
The cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.
According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery … View moreThe cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.
According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery team lead Stephen Town, there’s still a lot more work to do and a lot more money to be spent to repair the damage caused in late 2022 and early 2023.
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