Pauanui - Tairua, Pauanui

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1757 days ago

Experience the best in your backyard!

Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival

The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is your ticket to experience world-class theatre, arts, dance, music and more.

Be there to celebrate the launch of the first studio album by Fly My Pretties, laugh the night away with TV comedians Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore, experience the theatrical … View more
The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is your ticket to experience world-class theatre, arts, dance, music and more.

Be there to celebrate the launch of the first studio album by Fly My Pretties, laugh the night away with TV comedians Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore, experience the theatrical excellence of Wild Dogs Under My Skirt fresh from a historic season in New York or be amazed by NZ’s leading contemporary cirque company The Dust Palace, and so much more!

Plus, the Grassroots Festival Hub will be open every night of the festival with food trucks, Good George Bars and free live entertainment on the University of Waikato Stage of Enlightenment.
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1758 days ago

Love Where You Live - February 1st to 29th 🥰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more enjoyable for everyone.

Don’t forget to share the love! Let us know how you’re improving your neighbourhood this month by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:

#NSNZlovewhereyoulive

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1759 days ago

Pavers

Mike from Thames

Looking to buy a good number of pavers locally. Anyone have a stockpile at home they want to get rid of?

1759 days ago

Find instant savings with SuperGold

SuperGold

SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View more
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.

There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.

But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.

The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?

Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
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1761 days ago

What to do if you get in trouble on an inflatable at the beach

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Funky inflatables are all the rage this summer, but many beachgoers have been getting into trouble. Here are some safety tips to share with your kids.

PLUS: Do your kids love to paint and hide rocks? Turns out the craze is still going strong, but here's why it's been … View more
Hey neighbours,

Funky inflatables are all the rage this summer, but many beachgoers have been getting into trouble. Here are some safety tips to share with your kids.

PLUS: Do your kids love to paint and hide rocks? Turns out the craze is still going strong, but here's why it's been banned in some NZ parks.

To read more, click here.

1761 days ago

What to do if you get in trouble on an inflatable at the beach

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Funky inflatables are all the rage this summer, but many beachgoers have been getting into trouble. Here are some safety tips to share with your kids.

PLUS: Do your kids love to paint and hide rocks? Turns out the craze is still going strong, but here's why it's been … View more
Hey neighbours,

Funky inflatables are all the rage this summer, but many beachgoers have been getting into trouble. Here are some safety tips to share with your kids.

PLUS: Do your kids love to paint and hide rocks? Turns out the craze is still going strong, but here's why it's been banned in some NZ parks.

To read more, click here.

1761 days ago

Help Kiwi kids thrive

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Shaping a child’s future is more than just good fortune – it takes a lot of hard work and guidance along the way. At the #GraemeDingleFoundation, we believe every child should have the opportunity to thrive, belong and be their best.

By supporting the Graeme Dingle Foundation, you are … View more
Shaping a child’s future is more than just good fortune – it takes a lot of hard work and guidance along the way. At the #GraemeDingleFoundation, we believe every child should have the opportunity to thrive, belong and be their best.

By supporting the Graeme Dingle Foundation, you are supporting Aotearoa’s tamariki directly.

A 2019 study by Infometrics found that for every dollar invested in the Graeme Dingle Foundation today, a return of $7.80 will be seen in the future economy of Aotearoa.

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1761 days ago

Paint on a crate

The Team from Resene ColorShop Matamata

Painting can be relaxing, and calming, a bit like an adult colouring book.

Think of this painted wooden crate project as an opportunity to paint mindfully, plus a handy way to take care of the clutter in a colourful way.

All you need is a wooden crate, sandpaper, your favourite Resene testpots… View more
Painting can be relaxing, and calming, a bit like an adult colouring book.

Think of this painted wooden crate project as an opportunity to paint mindfully, plus a handy way to take care of the clutter in a colourful way.

All you need is a wooden crate, sandpaper, your favourite Resene testpots and a little imagination.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1762 days ago

Climate Change The Focus

Denis from Thames

Newly-elected Waikato Regional chairman Russ Rimmington says the message, loud and clear, from his region’s voters back in October was their biggest concern is climate change. And so his council has already began implementing new structures to put more focus on this. … View moreNewly-elected Waikato Regional chairman Russ Rimmington says the message, loud and clear, from his region’s voters back in October was their biggest concern is climate change. And so his council has already began implementing new structures to put more focus on this. www.coastandcountrynews.co.nz...

1764 days ago

World’s “Worst” Weed Found Near Thames

Denis from Thames

Alligator weed has been located at Rhodes Park Thames, and other land either side of Ngati Maru (State) Highway between Totara and the township. Alligator weed is one of the world’s worst weeds. Read more at - teggtalk.wordpress.com...

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