Pukete, Hamilton

1193 days ago

Wondering what's happening to left-over food during lockdown?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Here's an answer. Kaivolution is still working - under strict conditions - to pick up food that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

On Thursday afternoon, manager Jo Wrigley reported the service had rescued and redistributed 1.37 tonnes of food in Hamilton for the day.

Read more about … View more
Here's an answer. Kaivolution is still working - under strict conditions - to pick up food that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

On Thursday afternoon, manager Jo Wrigley reported the service had rescued and redistributed 1.37 tonnes of food in Hamilton for the day.

Read more about how Kaivolution is helping here.

1192 days ago

Who will be the next Hamilton City Council chief executive?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Current city council boss Richard Briggs is leaving, and council has whittled the list of people who want his job down the top two contenders.

Sixty-two people applied, but it's now getting close to decision time.

Read more on the hunt here.

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1193 days ago

How many councillors should we have?

Hamilton City Council

We’re looking at how Hamiltonians are represented by our Council. But we want to know what you think.

Have your say by 6 October.
Know more

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1193 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1195 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1193 days ago

We are still closed due to Alert Level 4

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from St Andrews Library Waiwherowhero

If you have books that are due soon, please keep them! We ask that you stay home and stay safe. We've extended the due dates of all items due between 18 August and 2 September, until 3 September.

Holds available for collection have also been extended until 3 September.

Click below for the … View more
If you have books that are due soon, please keep them! We ask that you stay home and stay safe. We've extended the due dates of all items due between 18 August and 2 September, until 3 September.

Holds available for collection have also been extended until 3 September.

Click below for the latest information about our services on our COVID-19 Update page.

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1211 days ago

Friday Puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Rototuna

Can you solve this puzzle by moving 1 matchstick?

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1194 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1197 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1196 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter Hamilton Press

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Hamilton Press
right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here.
Read now

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1197 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Rototuna

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1197 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1197 days ago

We are hiring! Rangahau | Research Librarian – Aotearoa and Pacific

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from St Andrews Library Waiwherowhero

We are looking for an energetic team member who enjoys helping people. You will be helping maintain the libraries print Heritage Collections, which includes books, serials, newspapers and maps. The role involves selection and deselection of the book collection, as well as assisting customers with … View moreWe are looking for an energetic team member who enjoys helping people. You will be helping maintain the libraries print Heritage Collections, which includes books, serials, newspapers and maps. The role involves selection and deselection of the book collection, as well as assisting customers with their enquiries.

You will need to have a library qualification (or equivalent) or be working towards one. Experience in researching whakapapa and a knowledge of tikanga would be an advantage.

This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) role that is worked across Sunday to Thursday. You will also be required to work rostered evenings and public holiday weekends.

If you are interested in applying for this role or want to find more information, please check out the link below:

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1198 days ago

Aotearoa, we’ll get through this together.

Waikato Times

Get the latest news and information delivered to your home with up to 30% off a newspaper subscription. Subscribe now. Find out more

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1198 days ago

Digital Boost is here to help

Digital Boost

Lockdowns are tough for many in business, so let us share the load.

Whether it's setting up technology to keep your business running smoothly, or advice on working remotely.

Get in touch with us, we’d love to help.

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