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624 days ago

NZ: Share a favourite female historical figure...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as … View more
We're all mostly familiar with Kate Sheppard's role in the women's suffrage movement (and her face on the $10 note) and you've likely heard of the bold, Jean Batten. But who else should not be forgotten? Tell us why!

Let's celebrate Women's History month as well as International Women's Day (this Wednesday) by sharing some of the lesser-known, inspiring women who've played a part in New Zealand's history.

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column of the local paper - write NFP if you wish your comments to be excluded.

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620 days ago

Clear the decks

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Refresh your outdoor spaces with Resene Lumbersider and Resene Walk-on with these easy ideas.

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621 days ago

Do you notice people smoking or vaping at playgrounds?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

For Olivia Jordan, it seemed to happen every time she took her 1-year-old to play.

She was shocked there were no warning signs, but the council says some are on the way "soon".

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621 days ago

Save at your local Resene ColorShop!

Resene National Head Office

Bring out the best in your home.

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!

Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop for expert advice and great savings!
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622 days ago

Applications closing soon!

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5.1 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

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622 days ago

Do you like the idea of a Waikato supercity?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

One council to rule them all could be the future for Waikato’s local government.

A big Waikato “unitary” council combining local and regional council powers is back on the table, this time for Hamilton and surrounding districts.

That big kite is flown in the city council’s submission … View more
One council to rule them all could be the future for Waikato’s local government.

A big Waikato “unitary” council combining local and regional council powers is back on the table, this time for Hamilton and surrounding districts.

That big kite is flown in the city council’s submission to the nationwide Review into the Future for Local Government, due to make its final recommendations mid-year.

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622 days ago

Newsable… Worth Talking About.

Newsable

Join Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells for your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.

The podcast drops each weekday from 6am on newsable.co.nz or listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods.
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623 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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631 days ago

What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View more
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.

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625 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats,visit www. census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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628 days ago

Did you know National deputy leader Nicola Willis was in Hamilton for an economic forum?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

National would pull immigration levers to get the country moving, she told the crowd.

Her keynote charted the orthodoxy of National Party policy: tax relief, ensuring innovation is fostered and that “discipline” could be restored to Government spending – albeit with topical issues of … View more
National would pull immigration levers to get the country moving, she told the crowd.

Her keynote charted the orthodoxy of National Party policy: tax relief, ensuring innovation is fostered and that “discipline” could be restored to Government spending – albeit with topical issues of climate change, truancy and infrastructure investment front and centre.

The Reserve Bank also featured in her kōrero, and on Friday it'll be governor Adrian Orr's turn to speak.

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628 days ago

Join us online for your Community Health and Wellbeing Forum.

Waikato DHB

Kia ora, we’re holding an online Community Health and Wellbeing Forum in your area, and would like you to join us.

Health and wellbeing is a warm affordable home, adequate income, access to kai, strong community connections, and access to key health and social services.

At Te Whatu Ora - … View more
Kia ora, we’re holding an online Community Health and Wellbeing Forum in your area, and would like you to join us.

Health and wellbeing is a warm affordable home, adequate income, access to kai, strong community connections, and access to key health and social services.

At Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato we want more of you to have a say about what is most important to support your communities’ health and wellbeing.
The forum also enables connections within communities on health and wellbeing matters, and between organisations with common interests.

Dial in to our friendly forum and share your knowledge and experiences as we work together on these matters.

Topics include – Local community feedback on health and wellbeing, and discussion on the new health system and localities.

North Waikato, including Raahui Pookeka, Huntly
When: Tuesday 7 March, 10am - 11.30am
Where: online via MS Teams
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device
Click here to join the meeting

If interested please join via the link above or email: mailto:norma.taute@waikatodhb.health.nz for the link to this forum meeting.

Community Health and Wellbeing Forums are a gathering of local people who share in a conversation about what matters to their community and hear what’s happening from other health providers and local organisations/groups, along with Te Whatu Ora Waikato.

We look forward to hearing from you. He whakarongo taatou – we’re here to listen
Find out more

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629 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats, visit www.census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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632 days ago

List an item for free and be in to win!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's some real goodies on Neighbourly Market in our FREE section, and we want to see even more!

If you've got some things getting dusty in the garage that could use a new home, list them on Neighbourly as free in the next 48 hours and you'll go in to win one of 5 x $50 … View more
There's some real goodies on Neighbourly Market in our FREE section, and we want to see even more!

If you've got some things getting dusty in the garage that could use a new home, list them on Neighbourly as free in the next 48 hours and you'll go in to win one of 5 x $50 Prezzy® cards!
List an item now

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