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Each year Craigs Investment Partners donates a total of $150,000 through its Christmas Giving initiative to a range of charitable groups across the country.
The investment firm places immense value on supporting the local communities it’s a part of, so community giving is very much in the … View moreEach year Craigs Investment Partners donates a total of $150,000 through its Christmas Giving initiative to a range of charitable groups across the country.
The investment firm places immense value on supporting the local communities it’s a part of, so community giving is very much in the fabric of their business. Founder Neil Craig was instrumental in creating the Christmas Giving programme.
“Our local Craigs branches work with the Community Foundation in their area to determine where our donations will be best put to use. Their community insight is invaluable to ensure our donations will have the biggest impact for our local charities,” says Neil.
Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation, enjoys this annual Christmas quest alongside its investment partners – we love honouring and connecting with hard-working frontline community groups to get useful sums into their hands with minimum fuss and effort.
This year six groups across the Waikato have received grants from Craigs Christmas Giving, a diverse range of charitable organisations that are particularly busy during the holiday season, including the Special Children's Christmas Parties pictures below.
Join us this Saturday, December 2nd for St. Andrew's Village Summer Market Day, starting at 10 a.m.
Discover a delightful array of offerings, including crafts, beauty products, clothing, and exquisite jewellery. As you explore the stalls, savour delectable food and refreshing beverages, … View moreJoin us this Saturday, December 2nd for St. Andrew's Village Summer Market Day, starting at 10 a.m.
Discover a delightful array of offerings, including crafts, beauty products, clothing, and exquisite jewellery. As you explore the stalls, savour delectable food and refreshing beverages, all while being serenaded by local musicians.
It's a perfect day to indulge in shopping, culinary delights, and live music at our Market Day at 207 Riddell Road, Glendowie
🙌 Great news Aucklanders! Music in Parks and Movies in Parks will be back in 2024 with many free concerts and movies to enjoy this summer.
ℹ️ Find out what’s on by clicking on 'Read More' and make a plan ⬇️
What an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: … View moreWhat an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!
Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: www.nzcompare.com...
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Slow Stitched Purse Workshop
Saturday 2 December
9.30am - 2.30pm
Cost $5 payable at Franklin Arts Centre
Bring cotton fabric from your worn out garments – it’s a great way to use the fabric from old favourites that you just can’t part with. Mix and match with fabrics that others … View moreSlow Stitched Purse Workshop
Saturday 2 December
9.30am - 2.30pm
Cost $5 payable at Franklin Arts Centre
Bring cotton fabric from your worn out garments – it’s a great way to use the fabric from old favourites that you just can’t part with. Mix and match with fabrics that others bring, to create a beautiful purse to gift for Christmas or to keep.
Alternatively, bring your worn out garments and mend them with decorative fabrics and stitching.
Oreen will bring a selection of materials from her stash, but participants are invited to bring worn out cotton garments to cut up, or scraps of cotton fabrics, and thread if you have it.
Oreen Lingaiyya is an experienced tutor who loves to share her passion for upcycling textiles and teach others about responsible use and management of textile resources.
BYO lunch or purchase lunch from the onsite café.
Suitable for teens and adults
Places are limited. Booking is essential.
This week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.
On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.
Yolanda asked Amelie to feed… View moreThis week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.
On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.
Yolanda asked Amelie to feed her cat, Koda, but Amelie's family went over and above. They cooked dinners two nights in a row and sent yummy treats during the tough time.
“I was really touched by their love, prayers and generosity. They are amazing. I couldn’t wish for better neighbours,” said Yolanda.
Nominate a Nice Neighbour you know, and they could be recognized on Stuff (and you both win a prize!).
ACLX is the Waikato’s leading event production equipment supplier, so unsurprisingly they have been enthusiastic supporters of the Waikato Regional Theatre since it was first proposed six years ago.
Now they have backed that up with a serious donation to the Theatre project, as part of its … View moreACLX is the Waikato’s leading event production equipment supplier, so unsurprisingly they have been enthusiastic supporters of the Waikato Regional Theatre since it was first proposed six years ago.
Now they have backed that up with a serious donation to the Theatre project, as part of its ‘Business Collective Support’ programme.
Managing Director Aaron Chesham, who has been designing and rigging lights for local shows and parties since the late-1990s, says there is a clear demand here for a modern performing arts venue.
“The Waikato needs and deserves a purpose-designed space for delivering complex and sophisticated entertainment events, it’s the infrastructure for the highly technical events that we haven’t been able to host in Hamilton for many years, since long before Founders was condemned,” says Aaron.
“We’re talking the flexibility that comes from having the ‘flying systems’ for scenery and staging, the wings, the acoustics, the sightlines, the accessibility, just generally the environment that a true theatre space offers that an arena doesn’t."
With Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.
100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.
Donate $40 today and bring hope to the … View moreWith Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.
100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.
Donate $40 today and bring hope to the table.
If an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.
It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.
Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.
… View moreIf an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.
It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.
Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.
24-25th February - Mystery Creek,Hamilton.
Too much general waste clogging up your wheelie bin? Don't let it end up in a landfill! Come to our fully electric, state-of-the-art transfer station, where we make eco-friendly waste disposal a breeze.
Our transfer station is fully automated for your convenience. All you need is your … View moreToo much general waste clogging up your wheelie bin? Don't let it end up in a landfill! Come to our fully electric, state-of-the-art transfer station, where we make eco-friendly waste disposal a breeze.
Our transfer station is fully automated for your convenience. All you need is your credit - /EFTPOS card and your trailer loaded with waste. Drive in, drop off, and we'll take care of the rest!
Let's work together to keep our community clean and green this spring.
Drury Transfer Station
Location: 2 Toiawaka Road, Drury South – GATE A
Open
Mon – Fri 7am - 4.30pm
Sat-Sun 7.30am - 3.30pm
For pricing & more: Check our website
Green Gorilla
Ph. 09 636 22 44
Hello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!
We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and … View moreHello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!
We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and used BMW and MINI models.
We have a highly attentive team who will do their utmost to be sure you and your vehicle are looked after. So come have a coffee on us and take the latest model for a test drive.
7.30pm this Sunday, December 3, at St Andrew's Anglican Church, Pukekohe. Combined service with St Patrick's Catholic Church & Franklin Community Choir. The church is the brick one on the corner of Queen St and Wesley St, Pukekohe. All welcome!
We've finally got news of the government for the next three years. Are you feeling confident that this coalition can improve Aotearoa?
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Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!
Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.
All pets are welcome … View moreHundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!
Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.
All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see festive snaps from around your neighbourhood too.
This is one of Neighbourly member's favourite campaigns so get involved and show your neighbours how adorable your Christmas pet is! Enter now.
Competition closes 21 December 2023 - winners announced early 2024!
The Manukau Business Association has a vision to bring the ‘heart’ back into Manukau.
They have recently launched the new, modern brand and image for Manukau. The colours represent the cultural diversity of Manukau, and the shape of the waka is a reflection of its whakapapa.
There are… View moreThe Manukau Business Association has a vision to bring the ‘heart’ back into Manukau.
They have recently launched the new, modern brand and image for Manukau. The colours represent the cultural diversity of Manukau, and the shape of the waka is a reflection of its whakapapa.
There are plans for entry point signage, murals, service box beautifications and much, much more. Manukau is fast becoming a vibrant, warm and attractive destination that the community can be proud of.
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