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Lunch in Thames next Friday??
Come and support the Youth of Thames.......
The Music Department at Thames High School is currently supporting a number of junior students, having fare welled a group of talented seniors over the last two years. These junior students have arrived with an exciting … View moreLunch in Thames next Friday??
Come and support the Youth of Thames.......
The Music Department at Thames High School is currently supporting a number of junior students, having fare welled a group of talented seniors over the last two years. These junior students have arrived with an exciting skill level, and together they are going to create a strong department over the next few years. There will be a small vocal ensemble.
The guitar and bass department consists of all NCEA performance students, including some quite senior players: several of these students also compose their own music.
Our programme this year is a mix of genres, and an original composition, and includes our singers, pianists, guitarists, and bands. It is themed around Matariki.
Kia ora, we’re holding a Community Health Forum in your area, and would like you to join us.
At Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand we want to hear your thoughts on health and well-being, and on local health services.
To help us with this, dial in to our friendly forum and share your knowledge … View moreKia ora, we’re holding a Community Health Forum in your area, and would like you to join us.
At Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand we want to hear your thoughts on health and well-being, and on local health services.
To help us with this, dial in to our friendly forum and share your knowledge and experiences with us so we can improve services and enable information sharing.
As part of this, we’ll update you on key health services related matters, and emerging initiatives.
Topics include - Local community feedback and discussion on the new health system and localities.
We are also going through an organisational change process currently and will share more about this with you.
North Waikato
When: Tuesday 20 June, 10 – 11.30am
Where: online via Zoom
If interested please email: norma.taute@waikatodhb.health.nz for a link to the meeting.
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 Te Whatu Ora Waikato, other health providers and other local organisations/groups.
We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen
Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for cauliflower recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by June 25, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the August issue of NZ Gardener.
June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.
What do you do to prepare for winter? … View moreJune is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.
What do you do to prepare for winter? Share your tips for staying warm and dry, and for making the most of the chillier season.
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Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!
Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare … View moreHey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!
Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare consolidates all major insurers and their key features in one place, making searching for new providers easy. They offer fantastic deals like one month of FREE car insurance, PLUS a helpful team to assist you in reviewing your health and life insurance coverage, to ensure you're on the best policy. Take charge of your insurance today by reviewing your policies!
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View moreLottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.
Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.
Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
From 29 September to 1st October - "Arts & Crafts ' Lost & Found". If you are an artist, craftsperson, performer, sculptor, weaver, musician, creative, and would like to contribute to our Festival by creating a "work of art" with a heritage/indigenous theme, contact… View moreFrom 29 September to 1st October - "Arts & Crafts ' Lost & Found". If you are an artist, craftsperson, performer, sculptor, weaver, musician, creative, and would like to contribute to our Festival by creating a "work of art" with a heritage/indigenous theme, contact Margaret info@thamesheritage.co.nz
At the Tractor Centre Limited we think it’s important to support our local community whether it be charities like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter or getting involved with school gala’s.
Here’s one of our Polaris Demonstrator machines being used at a local school gala – a bit of wet … View moreAt the Tractor Centre Limited we think it’s important to support our local community whether it be charities like the Westpac Rescue Helicopter or getting involved with school gala’s.
Here’s one of our Polaris Demonstrator machines being used at a local school gala – a bit of wet weather made it more exciting with mud flying.
Research into eyes and eyesight in Aotearoa-New Zealand needs to be visionary.
Which is why the new Vision Research Foundation New Zealand (VRF) has been established – to move beyond the safe and incremental, to attract the funding and knowledge needed to make life-changing discoveries, and to… View moreResearch into eyes and eyesight in Aotearoa-New Zealand needs to be visionary.
Which is why the new Vision Research Foundation New Zealand (VRF) has been established – to move beyond the safe and incremental, to attract the funding and knowledge needed to make life-changing discoveries, and to unlock the potential medical talent shut out by inequity.
Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer founded the Foundation as a charitable trust in 2022 and is now its Scientific Director.
It was established with the support of a generous philanthropist and has since started to attract direct donations and bequests. Now the VRF has set up a philanthropic investment fund at Momentum Waikato, which is open for public donations from anywhere.
“We are at a time when technology is developing faster than most research ideas,” says Helen.
“The Vision Research Foundation is therefore aimed at using those rapidly developing technological advances to disrupt traditional modes of eye care and research.
“Our philosophy is that by challenging established paradigms we can make transformative discoveries in vision science."
Sam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident … View moreSam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.
After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident and self-assured, and his teachers noticed a positive change in his sociability and willingness to ask questions in class.
He developed a "give-it-a-go" attitude. Inspired by his newfound passion for the outdoors, Sam plans to join the New Zealand Defence Force after finishing school.
Support young people like Sam by donating today.
Starting on Sunday 11th June, Ngatea will be hosting a 'Village Market' in the War Memorial Hall and outdoors at the Domain. There will be lots of stalls etc. to browse around but I would especially like to point out a fantastic 'Home-made Jewellery stand' which will be sited in… View moreStarting on Sunday 11th June, Ngatea will be hosting a 'Village Market' in the War Memorial Hall and outdoors at the Domain. There will be lots of stalls etc. to browse around but I would especially like to point out a fantastic 'Home-made Jewellery stand' which will be sited in the Hall itself. Catering for all ages it has to be worth a look. The market runs from 10am to 2pm so lets give it a grand opening day.
Managing your own finances wisely is a life skill that is becoming ever more important for survival and wellbeing in the modern world, and yet many people don’t know how to make money work for them and often pay a high price for that lack of understanding.
Cambridge philanthropists John and … View moreManaging your own finances wisely is a life skill that is becoming ever more important for survival and wellbeing in the modern world, and yet many people don’t know how to make money work for them and often pay a high price for that lack of understanding.
Cambridge philanthropists John and Nicola Kenel see this knowledge gap as a serious issue for the wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and the nation, so last year they set up the ‘Waikato Financial Literacy Fund’ at Momentum Waikato.
You're invited to also support this initiative that aims to tackle this issue by funding financial literacy courses and tools for young people.
Division & Difference is the second single from Bevan Mical’s upcoming album of the same name.
Bevan says “The song is about how we really have forgotten to behave like human beings”
“Everybody is either love it or tell the person you hate what they have made & wish them … View moreDivision & Difference is the second single from Bevan Mical’s upcoming album of the same name.
Bevan says “The song is about how we really have forgotten to behave like human beings”
“Everybody is either love it or tell the person you hate what they have made & wish them dead”
“The cover represents how we are different but we are stuck in this life together so let’s just agree to disagree about somethings & move on”.
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When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.
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Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View moreEven well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.
A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?
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