Pauanui - Tairua, Pauanui

1723 days ago

THAMES HERITAGE FESTIVAL AT THAMES MUSEUM

Carolyn from Thames

Thames Heritage Festival is on this weekend, 14th and 15th March, and at THAMES MUSEUM we have an interesting array of informal encounters: Ted Egan chatting about how he makes his models and other projects (Saturday morning); A Bit of Bling Ukulele Group playing old-time tunes and telling us more … View moreThames Heritage Festival is on this weekend, 14th and 15th March, and at THAMES MUSEUM we have an interesting array of informal encounters: Ted Egan chatting about how he makes his models and other projects (Saturday morning); A Bit of Bling Ukulele Group playing old-time tunes and telling us more about their instruments (Saturday afternoon); Thames Branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists sharing hints about researching your family tree (Sunday morning) and how to write up your family history (Sunday afternoon). As well, on Saturday morning Rosalie, the Thames Storyteller, will tell a series of short stories covering Thames history from 1867 to 1886. Merv Tilsley will give free guided tours of the museum and there will be museum-discovery activities for children. The museum is open 10am-3pm. During the festival weekend admission is $5 for adults and children with an adult are free. For more information about the Festival events visit www.thamesheritage.co.nz...

1724 days ago

THAMES HERITAGE FESTIVAL

Carolyn from Thames

Thames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this weekend on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral … View moreThames Heritage Festival 2020, with the theme ‘One Town, Many Tales’, takes place this weekend on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at Bella Street Pump House, Thames Goldmine Experience, Historic Kōpū Bridge, Thames Small Gauge Railway, Thames School of Mines with Rock Shop & Mineral Museum, Thames Treasury - Archive & Research Centre, and Thames Museum. The events around these sites in Cochrane St, Queen St, Bella St and Brown St, and at Kōpū , include gold panning; 19th century gold mining machinery in action at the Goldmine Experience; talks and Q&A chats with experts; Russell Skeet’s guided Grahamstown walk and a leisurely stroll with storytelling on Historic Kōpū Bridge; small gauge train rides, music, pioneer days storyathon at Thames museum with Rosalie the Thames Storyteller and more. For more details see the full programme on www.thamesheritage.co.nz....
The festival is presented by Thames Heritage Network: we all look forward to welcoming you to our events.

1724 days ago

Attempt by TCDC to stifle climate change court case fails

Denis from Thames

A local residents group has won an important legal battle against TCDC. TCDC tried to strike out the group’s application to quash the council's decision in April 2019 not to sign the Local Government New Zealand climate change declaration. And TCDC sought $25,000 as security for costs from … View moreA local residents group has won an important legal battle against TCDC. TCDC tried to strike out the group’s application to quash the council's decision in April 2019 not to sign the Local Government New Zealand climate change declaration. And TCDC sought $25,000 as security for costs from the local group before the case could proceed. Both of TCDC’s applications were dismissed by the High Court which ruled the group’s case was taken in the public interest. The case will now proceed to a full hearing.
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1752 days ago

Proposed rates increase

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Hi neighbours! I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on the proposed 9.98 per cent rates increase for the Thames-Coromandel. How will this effect you? If you're interested in sharing your thoughts, please contact me at kelley.tantau@stuff.co.nz or comment below!
*Please write NFP if you… View more
Hi neighbours! I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on the proposed 9.98 per cent rates increase for the Thames-Coromandel. How will this effect you? If you're interested in sharing your thoughts, please contact me at kelley.tantau@stuff.co.nz or comment below!
*Please write NFP if you do not want your name/comment published*

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1725 days ago

Ryman pioneers a new way of living

Offering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.

“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just… View more
Offering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.

“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just move!” says dancer Audrey, 84. Poet Brian, 86, says “Poetry helps me to question and understand the meaning of life”, followed by a witty “– haven’t worked out what it means yet”.

As their residents blaze their own trails, Ryman matches that pioneering spirit. “Ryman villages offer living choices to suit everyone so that you can live the way you want.
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1732 days ago

Can you guess what year this was taken?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hello Waikato! We’re excited to launch the Old Waikato Neighbourly Group. Join your neighbours to explore Waikato of the yesteryear and share photos and memories of how Waikato used to be. Join the group now and tell us what you know about this event and you could win a $50® Prezzy card. Join Group Now

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1725 days ago

Have micro-credentials helped you get ahead?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications… View more
Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications for specific skills. 

Perhaps you've pieced together a full qualification by doing online courses, or maybe you've taken a workshop rather than investing in a six-month course. We'd love to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

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1726 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1726 days ago

Waikato Regional Council Set to Slash its Emissions

Denis from Thames

The new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.

The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and … View more
The new Climate Action Committee of Waikato Regional Council has leapt into action with a recommendation to slash the council's own carbon emissions by 70 per cent in 10 years.

The strategy includes switching fleet cars to electric vehicles, using biofuel instead of generator diesel, and imposing a sinking carbon budget for domestic air travel. www.stuff.co.nz...

1728 days ago

WOODEN BUNKS/ TWO SINGLES

Julie from Waihi Beach

Have only ever been used as spare beds for guests and are now surplus to requirements.
Bunks break down to two single beds also.
Note: a crack in the lower bunk which has been patched up with block of wood. Easily fixable im sure for someone with the right skills. :) My husband is fabulously … View more
Have only ever been used as spare beds for guests and are now surplus to requirements.
Bunks break down to two single beds also.
Note: a crack in the lower bunk which has been patched up with block of wood. Easily fixable im sure for someone with the right skills. :) My husband is fabulously awesome, however he's no handyman! haha ;)
Pickup Waihi Beach.

Price: $200

1728 days ago

Regional Coastal Plan Review - Drop in Sessions Near You

Denis from Thames

Waikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile … View moreWaikato Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Coastal Plan and is keen to capture your views and feedback. This plan sets out the rules for activities in the coastal marine area – that’s the ‘wet’ area of the coast below the high tide mark and extending out to the 12 nautical mile limit (approximately 20km). Read more Online at teggtalk.wordpress.com...

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