Whatawhata, Hamilton

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1710 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1710 days ago

Online Night School classes at Fraserace.

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district.

New online classes have been added to our Adult and Community Education programme. Our tutors will support you to get connected, get learning and enjoy a whole new adventure.

You can look, book and pay … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district.

New online classes have been added to our Adult and Community Education programme. Our tutors will support you to get connected, get learning and enjoy a whole new adventure.

You can look, book and pay online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just email us on comed@fraser.school.nz Easy! Very easy!
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1710 days ago

Who is a council CEO donating part of his salary to?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

You've probably seen some of the headlines about leaders taking a temporary 20% pay cut in the wake the coronavirus outbreak.

Waikato Regional Council chief executive Vaughan Payne is going to donate 20% of his salary to a Hamilton school.

He's spoken about how his own upbringing had an… View more
You've probably seen some of the headlines about leaders taking a temporary 20% pay cut in the wake the coronavirus outbreak.

Waikato Regional Council chief executive Vaughan Payne is going to donate 20% of his salary to a Hamilton school.

He's spoken about how his own upbringing had an influence on his decision. Read more here.

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1710 days ago

We're keen to hear about your health care

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait times, better communication or level of care. We'd need you to be happy to be identified and photographed (from a distance). If you think you can help, please email senior journalist Andrea Vance on andrea.vance@stuff.co.nz.

1716 days ago

Single mum's tiny house lockdown

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Following on from yesterday's tiny house story, here's single mum Shaye sharing her experience in isolation

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1711 days ago

Covid 19

Sheer Window Fashion

Good day present and prospective clients, we hope you are staying well in your bubbles. As the way we do business over the next few weeks will not allow us to do face to face consultations we invite you to email us at sheerwindows@callsouth.net.nz with your plans for renovations and new builds so … View moreGood day present and prospective clients, we hope you are staying well in your bubbles. As the way we do business over the next few weeks will not allow us to do face to face consultations we invite you to email us at sheerwindows@callsouth.net.nz with your plans for renovations and new builds so we can price your curtains, blinds and shutters to give you an idea of costings, which can be fine tuned once lock down is over. To view our past work please feel free to view on www.sheer.co.nz... we look forward to your enquires. Kathy & Geoff Clarkson.

1718 days ago

All eyes on the tiny house

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'

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1711 days ago

Have you seen businesses finding creative ways to work during lockdown?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The people behind the Escapist have gone digital with their Hamilton business.

Normally, people go to a physical escape room, and solve a series of clues and puzzles to get out of it.

But Pamella Ariestia and Geoff Carr moved the challenge online, and have even hosted a group from the … View more
The people behind the Escapist have gone digital with their Hamilton business.

Normally, people go to a physical escape room, and solve a series of clues and puzzles to get out of it.

But Pamella Ariestia and Geoff Carr moved the challenge online, and have even hosted a group from the Netherlands. Read more here.

Do you know of a business which has got creative to make things work during lockdown?

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1712 days ago

COVID-19 free assessement and testing centres

Waikato District Health Board

Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms … View more
Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms - a cough, a high temperature, shortness of breath, a sore throat, sneezing, a runny nose, or a temporary loss of smell - get to your local Waikato CBAC to be assessed.

They are open every day - no bookings or referrals needed. It is safe to travel here during lockdown.

Find your nearest CBAC now at: www.waikatodhb.health.nz/cbac
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1715 days ago

Waikato/Bay of Plenty Architecture Awards shortlist

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

There's plenty to love with this year's list, including some stunning beach houses - we look forward to seeing more of these projects once the winners are announced. In the meantime, here's an early glimpse.

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1715 days ago

How are your pets handling lockdown? Share your photos below!

Neighbourly.co.nz

This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View more
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!

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1718 days ago

SuperSeniors COVID-19 special edition Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.

It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.

Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...

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1715 days ago

Transform a wooden mail tray.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Refresh an old fashioned mail tray with a modern new look using the Resene Whites and Neutrals range.

Reinvent it as a magazine holder, spice rack or use it to hold your favourite cookbooks. Paint the front panel in Resene FX Blackboard Paint and use it as a handy writing space.

Make the most … View more
Refresh an old fashioned mail tray with a modern new look using the Resene Whites and Neutrals range.

Reinvent it as a magazine holder, spice rack or use it to hold your favourite cookbooks. Paint the front panel in Resene FX Blackboard Paint and use it as a handy writing space.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

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