Pauanui - Tairua, Pauanui

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Check out our Know Thy Neighbour page here.

837 days ago

Free Family History Research at Thames Library

Carolyn from Thames

Are you getting stuck into your family tree research this winter? Making good progress but someone to help knock down a brick wall? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can steer you in the right direction. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of each … View moreAre you getting stuck into your family tree research this winter? Making good progress but someone to help knock down a brick wall? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can steer you in the right direction. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 10am to midday. This is a FREE service. Come along to Thames Library this week on Friday 12thAugust.

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837 days ago

Support our Yuri Bear Project

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View more
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!

If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.

837 days ago

Did you start gardening in school?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.

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837 days ago

Car tyre

Nishan from Waihi

Does anyone have 175/65/14

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838 days ago

Rimu dining table with 6 chairs

Kate from Coromandel

Extending Rimu dining table and 6 chairs. Glass cover for protection. Very slight grain marking in a couple of places otherwise excellent condition. Seats 8 comfortably when extended - goes from 1580mm to 2.0m at 740mm high. Ring me now if you want to arrange to buy or view 021 262 0179

Price: $750

839 days ago

Do you have a great asparagus recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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839 days ago

Subscribe to Stuff's First Time Buyer's Club

Stuff

Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View more
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.

We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.

Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
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842 days ago

Aged terracotta pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Matamata

It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
Find out how to create your own.

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842 days ago

The local elections are coming up!

Orange Guy from Electoral Commission

The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.

Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
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843 days ago

Wet Suit for sale- best offer

Martin from Waihi Beach

I have an XL 7mm wet suit looking for a new home. Perfect for cold water diving. This wet suit ensemble was made in America by Coral Reef and is the top-of-the-line Titanium model. I'm too old to dive any more so passing on to someone who can use it. Good condition, some creases from storage, … View moreI have an XL 7mm wet suit looking for a new home. Perfect for cold water diving. This wet suit ensemble was made in America by Coral Reef and is the top-of-the-line Titanium model. I'm too old to dive any more so passing on to someone who can use it. Good condition, some creases from storage, no tears, back zip works perfectly. With Heavy Duty Hanger and hooded vest included. Must pick up (Athenree). 0212356944- Marty

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844 days ago

Come and take a look!

Wintec

Wintec Open Day welcomes people from around the rohe and beyond to our City and Rotokauri campuses.

This whānau-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to explore our courses, meet our tutors, tour our campuses, discover our student support services, visit our on-site accommodation, and even… View more
Wintec Open Day welcomes people from around the rohe and beyond to our City and Rotokauri campuses.

This whānau-friendly event is the perfect opportunity to explore our courses, meet our tutors, tour our campuses, discover our student support services, visit our on-site accommodation, and even enrol on the day!

There will be free kai, games, prizes, and interactive activities across both campuses.
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844 days ago

Bring Hope to the table!

Life

It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.

For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.

To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
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845 days ago

Love to Dance - A Ryman Healthcare Grant

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View more
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.

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845 days ago

Hamilton Blues Society NZ Inc 2001

Hamilton Blues Society

Hi neighbours - it's Dean here from HBS NZ to let you know that blues music is alive and well at Biddy Mulligan's with HBS having two events each month, each is FREE. On the second Thursday of the month Blues Night from 7pm in Biddy's back bar, and on the fourth Sunday of the month, … View moreHi neighbours - it's Dean here from HBS NZ to let you know that blues music is alive and well at Biddy Mulligan's with HBS having two events each month, each is FREE. On the second Thursday of the month Blues Night from 7pm in Biddy's back bar, and on the fourth Sunday of the month, Afternoon Blues from 1pm in Biddy's front bar (2pm with daylight saving).

The standard of musicianship is very high (You Tube 'Blues Night Out'). Interested, check our Facebook page or website.

Dean McGaveston
Chair HBS NZ
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846 days ago

Keeping Food/Garden Waste Out of Landfills – Waikato Regional Council Secures Funds to Help Achieve This Across The Region

Denis from Thames

Waikato Regional Council has secured $134,000 from the Ministry for the Environment to explore practical options to put food and garden waste to best use, and out of landfills.
This vital work will provide essential additional support to Thames Coromandel District Council, Hauraki District Council… View more
Waikato Regional Council has secured $134,000 from the Ministry for the Environment to explore practical options to put food and garden waste to best use, and out of landfills.
This vital work will provide essential additional support to Thames Coromandel District Council, Hauraki District Council and local community organisations already doing fantastic waste prevention work such as the Seagull Centre in Thames and the Mercury Bay Recovery Centre . Learn more at - teggtalk.com...

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