Miranda, Kaiaua

1238 days ago

Age Concern freephone line 0800 65 2 105

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases … View more
If you have safety concerns for yourself, or an older friend or family member you can call us for free and confidential advice and support.


There are many reasons why elder abuse occurs. It often stems from attitudes that are ageist, and disrespectful of older people.

The majority of cases that Age Concerns work with involves older people living in their own homes. In most instances it is family members like adult children who perpetrate elder abuse or neglect.


Call 0800 65 2 105 to contact your nearest Age Concern

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1230 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1231 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you … View moreNZ Gardener is again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used gardening skills to help other people. Five finalists will feature in the October magazine and one will go on to become 2021 Gardener of the Year! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them now!

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1231 days ago

Half Price Pay Monthly plans!

Heathcotes

Looking to upgrade your phone? Join an eligible 2Degrees Pay Monthly plan with Heathcote Appliances this month and get 50% off for the first 3 months.*

Get unlimited calls & texts & choose between endless or carryover data. PLUS, all pay monthly plans come with a free data hour each day!… View more
Looking to upgrade your phone? Join an eligible 2Degrees Pay Monthly plan with Heathcote Appliances this month and get 50% off for the first 3 months.*

Get unlimited calls & texts & choose between endless or carryover data. PLUS, all pay monthly plans come with a free data hour each day!

Come and see us at one of our four Waikato stores to explore our huge range of models – including the latest from the big brands like Apple, Oppo & Samsung.
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1232 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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1232 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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1233 days ago

Push further, defy expectations!

No one dreams bigger than an Olympian, and nothing connects us as a nation quite like sport!
As a proud partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, we’re getting behind our Olympians so they can turn their dreams into a reality.
Learn more

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1236 days ago

Garage Sale at Thames Museum

Carolyn from Thames

Join us this Saturday, 10th July from 9am. Pick up a bargain and while you're here, visit the museum and become a member of Thames Museum Society - you'll go in the draw to win a copy of Kae Lewis's information-packed book "Goldrush to the Thames".

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1236 days ago

Genealogy at Thames Library

Carolyn from Thames

Are you working on your family tree? Do you need someone to steer you in the right direction? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can help you. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 10am to midday. This is a free service. Come along to… View moreAre you working on your family tree? Do you need someone to steer you in the right direction? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can help you. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 10am to midday. This is a free service. Come along to Thames Library on Friday 9th July.

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1237 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
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1238 days ago

Come along to your Community Health Forum

Waikato District Health Board

Kia ora neighbours, we at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. We’re on a journey to enable better access to local community health and wellbeing.

Come along and share your knowledge and experience as we work together on this.

Also on the agenda are:
• Proposed changes … View more
Kia ora neighbours, we at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. We’re on a journey to enable better access to local community health and wellbeing.

Come along and share your knowledge and experience as we work together on this.

Also on the agenda are:
• Proposed changes to the health system
• Recovering from the cyber attack
• COVID-19 vaccination update
• Local wellbeing initiatives and more

When: 10.30 – 12.30pm, Thursday 8 July
Where: 21 Heather Green Ave, Meremere

Community Health Forums are a gathering of local people who share in a conversation about what matters to their community and hear what’s happening 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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1239 days ago

What have you got for good feng shui in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.

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1239 days ago

Is your business future-ready?

Competenz

We are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.

You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into … View more
We are in a new era of change and an adaptable workforce is the best asset you can have. The right capability can open up massive opportunities for your business.

You may already have ambitious plans. So how do you build capability? By giving staff the opportunity to turn hidden talents into new skills!
But it’s hard to know where to start, or even where to turn for advice. That’s where Competenz can help. We’re your industry training partner, turning talent into capability.

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1244 days ago

Massive villa relocation "absolute madness"

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.

1240 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable means everything to us

The Warehouse

If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View more
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.

Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.

Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Find out more

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