Silverdale, Hamilton

1813 days ago

Come along to your Community Health Forum

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Hey neighbours,

We at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. Come along to your Community Health Forum next week.

When: 9.30am - 11.30am, Tuesday 12 November
Where: The Link, Cnrs River Rd & Te Aroha St, Hamilton

Community Health Forums are a gathering of local … View more
Hey neighbours,

We at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. Come along to your Community Health Forum next week.

When: 9.30am - 11.30am, Tuesday 12 November
Where: The Link, Cnrs River Rd & Te Aroha St, Hamilton

Community Health Forums are a gathering of local people who share in a conversation about what matters to their community and hear updates from the DHB and other local organisations/groups.

We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen
Find out more

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1815 days ago

Pregnant driver forced off road

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,

How's this for bad driving - Nickoll Joubert, who is 28-weeks pregnant with twin boys, was taking her normal driving route from Matamata to Walton when she was forced to take evasive action.

An oncoming driver's poorly-timed overtaking maneuver left her with no option but… View more
Hi neighbours,

How's this for bad driving - Nickoll Joubert, who is 28-weeks pregnant with twin boys, was taking her normal driving route from Matamata to Walton when she was forced to take evasive action.

An oncoming driver's poorly-timed overtaking maneuver left her with no option but to pull over and avoid a crash.

Now she's urging people to stay cool behind the wheel.

Have you witnessed a shocker on the roads recently?

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1830 days ago

Just a thought

Dianne from Hamilton East

We are often told that every child must have caring loving, supportive parents.....in particular the mother is hailed as THAT parent. But more often than society would have us believe, some mothers find maternity stressful and lack the ability to bond and nurture, some are unable to show concern … View moreWe are often told that every child must have caring loving, supportive parents.....in particular the mother is hailed as THAT parent. But more often than society would have us believe, some mothers find maternity stressful and lack the ability to bond and nurture, some are unable to show concern empathy and love toward their child and the child misses that invaluable bond.
However, did you know that research, shows time and time again, that a child, a baby, a teen, needs JUST ONE AVAILABLE ADULT in its life to become its optimal best, emotionally, physically and mentally. It does not need to be a parent. So don't despair, YOU can become that person! Be it a grandparent, caregiver, teacher, extended family member. You can make a difference.

1815 days ago

Who's setting off fireworks tonight?! 😄💥

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from … View more
Fireworks are a ton of fun but carry real risks that need to be taken seriously. If you plan on lighting some here's some tips to keep everyone in your community safe and happy.

❌ 1. Never light fireworks in dry or windy conditions.

🔥 2. Only use fireworks in wide open areas, away from flammable items such as trees, grasses, gas tanks, and wood.

💦 3. Keep a bucket of water or hose nearby.

👧 4. Children should never light fireworks themselves and need to be supervised closely at all times.

🧰 5. Keep all unlit fireworks in a secure bag or container away from any source of fire until they are ready to be used.

📞 6. Be considerate and let neighbours know if you're planning to set off fireworks. Aim to finish at a reasonable time.

🐱 7. Keep pets comfortable and secure inside. The loud booms and flashing lights can easily scare them off.

🐮 8. Avoid lighting off fireworks around farm animals and be aware of any newborns or elderly neighbours who may also be affected. If possible, change locations to somewhere that minimises any disturbances.

🌿 9. Be a tidy Kiwi and let's work together to keep New Zealand beautiful! Clean up any any rubbish and leave your spot better than you found it.

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1815 days ago

Bike the Bridge this Friday!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Will you be taking part? With the new-look Claudelands Bridge complete and ready for riding, Hamilton City Council is encouraging people who work in the city to bike the bridge this Friday morning.

As an incentive, they’ll be offering free high-vis vests to those who take up the challenge.

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Will you be taking part? With the new-look Claudelands Bridge complete and ready for riding, Hamilton City Council is encouraging people who work in the city to bike the bridge this Friday morning.

As an incentive, they’ll be offering free high-vis vests to those who take up the challenge.

Jason Harrison, the City’s Transportation Unit Manager says “This project is about improving the connection between the central city and the suburbs for people on bikes."
READ MORE.

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1815 days ago

Put our resident experts to the test

Lodge City Rentals

The new Healthy Homes Act comes into force on the 1st July 2021. All private rentals have to have a fixed heater that can warm the living room to a temperature of 18°c. The heater must be fixed, can’t be an open fire or unflued gas fire and can’t be a small electric heater if the heating … View moreThe new Healthy Homes Act comes into force on the 1st July 2021. All private rentals have to have a fixed heater that can warm the living room to a temperature of 18°c. The heater must be fixed, can’t be an open fire or unflued gas fire and can’t be a small electric heater if the heating capacity of the living room is more than 2.4 Kw.

At Lodge, our property management team stay current with the latest regulations and can answer your trickiest rental related questions.

So contact Matthew and put him to the test. 027 222 5244
Email - matthewb@lodge.co.nz
Find out more

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1816 days ago

Chair

Rick from Hillcrest

Comfortable but the up- lift -down doesn't work.

Price: $5

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1816 days ago

Poll: When do you start Christmas shopping?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With Christmas coming up next month, it could be time to start thinking about gift shopping!

Are you one of those lucky people who can whip together some cool gift ideas a few days before, or are you prepared months in advance? When do you start your Christmas shopping? Vote in the poll below.

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When do you start Christmas shopping?
  • 37.1% I start a few months before
    37.1% Complete
  • 23.3% I leave it until the last minute
    23.3% Complete
  • 37% Gifts aren't a priority for me
    37% Complete
  • 2.6% I do gift shopping on boxing day
    2.6% Complete
1326 votes
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1816 days ago

Bath Transfer Seat Brand New, Unused

Marylou from Melville

This was purchased to go over a spa bath, but the base was not suitable. I used one from the hospital some years ago in a normal bath and it was such a help in showering. We have done the work of assembling so that's a bonus. RRP$139 Message or phone 843 4421

Price: $130

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1816 days ago

We have our winner of the NZ House & Garden House Tours double pass!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

Congratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some … View moreCongratulations to our winner! They'll be heading to the Bay of Islands in February 2020 to attend the House Tour and hopefully partake in some of these awesome activities 🌸 Thank you to all who entered - all of your local hotspots sound amazing and we can't wait to experience some next year! If you're yet to secure your tickets for the House Tours, you can do so here: www.nzhouseandgardentours.co.nz...

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1816 days ago

We’re giving a Waikato business a $20k megaphone.

2degrees

Hi Neighbours,

2degrees is all about fighting for fair which is why we’re giving one local business a $20,000 advertising package. Apply before 20th November at 2degrees.nz/ShopLocal

T&Cs apply.
Apply now

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1822 days ago

SPARK DATA

Debi from Hamilton East

we have been a spark customer for over 2 years. since the start of the WRC in japan we noticed a spike in our data usage in the short space of 2 weeks. we have been on a 20GB plan and have seldom if ever been over 10GB but suddenly we started receiving emails telling us we have requested an upgrade… View morewe have been a spark customer for over 2 years. since the start of the WRC in japan we noticed a spike in our data usage in the short space of 2 weeks. we have been on a 20GB plan and have seldom if ever been over 10GB but suddenly we started receiving emails telling us we have requested an upgrade to 60GB. we were then sent an email saying we had reached our 20GB quota and would be charged $10 for an extra 10GB. we have been on the phone to the Philippines all last week complaining about it but no one from spark has replied. attached is the snags we took of our usage over the long weekend while our modem was unplugged as was requested by spark. they still will not reply. how is it that we are being charged data download when our modem is unplugged and our computers are off? I suggest everyone who is with spark or skinny check their usage history.

1817 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Taupō!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to Taupō!

Step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to Taupō as one of our 5 locations.

Book Friday 21 February 2020 into your calendar and secure your tickets now for an inspiring day out exploring your backyard. Head to our website for more information.
Book now

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1817 days ago

Have you ever received a Halloween trick?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

There were unwelcome surprises in the Halloween haul for some Hamilton kids.

Wrapped lego was one example.

Read more here. Have you ever been on the receiving end of a Halloween trick?

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1818 days ago

Switch to LEDs for the climate

Andrew Caseley from Gen Less

Kahutara Primary School in Featherston is switching to LEDs. All LEDs are Gen Less bulbs as they use less energy, which ultimately helps halt climate change. If we all got on board and switched now it would make a huge difference
#BeGenLess #GenLessBulbs <
Make the switch

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