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With Spring surrounding us, we are excited to announce our new program at Stable Art Studio. Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of art with our talented tutor, Suzette Van Dorsser. (check her website below)
SPRING PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:… View moreDear followers and students,
With Spring surrounding us, we are excited to announce our new program at Stable Art Studio. Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore the vibrant world of art with our talented tutor, Suzette Van Dorsser. (check her website below)
SPRING PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
1. The Art of Printmaking (Wednesday evening) - Explore the fascinating world of printmaking techniques and create unique artworks using various methods such as linocut, etching, and collagraph.
2. Portrait and Human Anatomy Painting
(Tuesday morning and evening) - Master the art of capturing the human form in your paintings. Learn essential techniques of portraiture and human anatomy to bring your subjects to life on canvas.
3. A fresh start for complete beginners (Saturday morning) - Have you always wanted to try your hand at art but don't know where to start? This course is perfect for beginners who want to explore their artistic potential in a supportive and encouraging environment.
4. Pottery - (Saturday morning & Thursday evening) - Unleash your creativity with our Saturday morning pottery classes at Stable-Art-Studio. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of creating your own unique pottery pieces, from molding the clay to firing and glazing. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, our classes cater to all skill levels. Join us for a fun and educational experience that will leave you with beautiful handmade pottery to treasure.
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We look forward to seeing you with us at the Stable Studio Pukekohe!
The Stable Studio Team
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!
Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!
To be in to… View moreWe want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!
Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!
To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan
Go, Team!
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.
The shop has a Stationery trolley with everything for the home office or items for school holiday projects - priced from $1. Pop in and stock up.
Driftwood Art Workshop with Lynda Dodd
Dates to choose from:
Monday 9 October, 11am - 12pm (sold-out)
Monday 9 October, 1pm - 2pm
Saturday 14 October, 10am - 11.30am
This is a FREE workshop, however places are limited. Booking is essential. Book via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.nz...
… View moreDriftwood Art Workshop with Lynda Dodd
Dates to choose from:
Monday 9 October, 11am - 12pm (sold-out)
Monday 9 October, 1pm - 2pm
Saturday 14 October, 10am - 11.30am
This is a FREE workshop, however places are limited. Booking is essential. Book via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.nz...
Suitable for Adults and Children
Create a miniature painted artwork on a piece of Awhitu Peninsula driftwood. Lynda will take you through her process for intuitively designing and painting an artwork to fit with the shape and character of the driftwood.
All materials provided, including shells and leaves to hang from your driftwood
We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?
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📙Bookbinding!
🌈 Come and let your creativity shine through using a variety of tools and techniques to create something of your very own!
👉 If this sounds like just the new, creative project you've been looking for, register now to secure your place for our one-day workshop in … View more📙Bookbinding!
🌈 Come and let your creativity shine through using a variety of tools and techniques to create something of your very own!
👉 If this sounds like just the new, creative project you've been looking for, register now to secure your place for our one-day workshop in Term 4!
Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?
Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.
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*Entries … View moreHave a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?
Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.
Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.
*Entries close 2 Oct 2023.
Get organised for Halloween - we have an amazing selection of costumes, capes, wigs and masks from $2. Be quick and grab one or more.
Our fabric oddments section has been replenished - $1 each. Great for school holiday projects.
The rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021 - QUEEN: IT’S A KINDA MAGIC - is returning to Waikato, 8 November.
Hear Queen’s biggest hits played Live & Loud in Claudelands’ epic arena atmosphere for the full rock concert experience: Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We … View moreThe rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021 - QUEEN: IT’S A KINDA MAGIC - is returning to Waikato, 8 November.
Hear Queen’s biggest hits played Live & Loud in Claudelands’ epic arena atmosphere for the full rock concert experience: Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Don’t Stop Me Now, Radio GaGa and more.
This one is sure to be a full house so we recommend securing tickets early so you can get close to the stage and close to the action!
A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!
🌞With finer weather on the way, now is the perfect time to plan your summer projects. Flash Excavations is the 'one stop shop' for earthworks👇
⚡Bulk earthworks
⚡Civil works, roading, and subdivisions
⚡Drainage
⚡Property services - site cuts
⚡Weather event solutions
… View more🌞With finer weather on the way, now is the perfect time to plan your summer projects. Flash Excavations is the 'one stop shop' for earthworks👇
⚡Bulk earthworks
⚡Civil works, roading, and subdivisions
⚡Drainage
⚡Property services - site cuts
⚡Weather event solutions
⚡Concrete preparation
⚡Drilling and retaining walls
⚡Farm development
⚡Forestry development
If you need a fast and efficient team, give FLASH a call about your project today - 021 215 8704 😎
School holiday specials - children’s books 4 for $1 - all other books $1. Bedding is half price so please do pop in and stock up.
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View moreHi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.
Final days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a … View moreFinal days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today – only $15 each.
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