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721 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some … View more
Have you read our December Seniors Newsletter? Do you have a Community Services Card or know someone who does? From 1 February 2023 Community Services Card holders are eligible for a continued 50% discount on public transport. You can read more in this issue.

This newsletter also includes some good advice on how to keep up your hydration and stay safe and cool this summer.

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722 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
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723 days ago

Student designs Theatre hospitality concept

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Wintec design student Delwyn Clayton-Greene has embraced the community spirit of the Waikato Regional Theatre project by choosing it as the venue for a champagne bar concept in an assignment.

With an open brief for the final ‘Capstone Project’ of her three-year Bachelor of Design majoring … View more
Wintec design student Delwyn Clayton-Greene has embraced the community spirit of the Waikato Regional Theatre project by choosing it as the venue for a champagne bar concept in an assignment.

With an open brief for the final ‘Capstone Project’ of her three-year Bachelor of Design majoring in Spatial Design, Delwyn wanted to explore hospitality design as it was opportunity to imagine a space that makes people feel special and welcomed.

“My initial idea was a champagne bar in a disused old building but I was inspired to find out more about the Waikato Regional Theatre when I saw the beautiful façade of the Hamilton Hotel that’s been revealed on Victoria St,” says Delwyn.

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723 days ago

Looking for a free talk venue to host info talk

Viola from Taupo Central

Hello.
I am hoping to get some tips and recommendations for a free little room or place to host an info talk. It would be for just about 1 hour or less. Is there anything in Taupo, Acacia Bay or even Kinloch that I can tap into? Thank you so much :)

724 days ago

The ultimate Christmas gift

HSBC Rugby Sevens

Christmas is just around the corner so why not treat you and your mates to the ultimate gift, NZ's favourite sports party.

The HSBC NZ Sevens returns to Hamilton on the 21st and 22nd of January 2023. Spread across two days, witness the lightning-fast sevens action and festival events.

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Christmas is just around the corner so why not treat you and your mates to the ultimate gift, NZ's favourite sports party.

The HSBC NZ Sevens returns to Hamilton on the 21st and 22nd of January 2023. Spread across two days, witness the lightning-fast sevens action and festival events.

Go wild in the R18 Festival Zone with music and refreshments to keep you going all weekend long. So grab your mates and your craziest costumes for some post-holiday fun and entertainment.

Join the party and buy your Festival Zone tickets.
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729 days ago

Poll: Are you able to get help with your health when needed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View more
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.

Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?

Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are you able to get help with your health when needed?
  • 46.2% Wait times are too long - It's unacceptable.
    46.2% Complete
  • 30.8% I can get the help I need, it just takes longer.
    30.8% Complete
  • 7.7% I haven't noticed an issue.
    7.7% Complete
  • 15.3% I'm happy; I have no complaints.
    15.3% Complete
3445 votes
725 days ago

Get quake safe now, not later.

Earthquake Comission

It's been a shaky old time lately and during an earthquake your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like fastening tall and heavy … View more
It's been a shaky old time lately and during an earthquake your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like fastening tall and heavy furniture, and removing items from above beds so they can't fall on heads. Everything you need to know is at Toka Tū Ake EQC’s site.

Don’t wait for the next earthquake to shake you into action, get started now.
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726 days ago

How to make your own Christmas terrarium

Resene

How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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726 days ago

Repaint a doll's bed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.

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727 days ago

Get quake safe now, not later.

Earthquake Comission

It's been a shaky old time lately and during an earthquake your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like fastening tall and heavy … View more
It's been a shaky old time lately and during an earthquake your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like fastening tall and heavy furniture, and removing items from above beds so they can't fall on heads. Everything you need to know is at Toka Tū Ake EQC’s site.

Don’t wait for the next earthquake to shake you into action, get started now.
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727 days ago

FREE yoga class this Sat

Joleen from Taupo Central

Hi everyone, there's a FREE yoga class this Saturday 3 Dec, 11.30am at Empower Fitness by Asia Pacific Yoga teacher trainees. It's totally free, no strings attached. They just want some people to teach to. Come along if you can and bring some friends!
asiapacificyoga.com...

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728 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

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 your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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729 days ago

Home and property inspiration delivered to your inbox

Homed

What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View more
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
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732 days ago

Win your share of $10,000 this Christmas with Mags4Gifts.

Mags4gifts

We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View more
We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines.

Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends 8 Jan 2023, for T&Cs click here.

The team at Mags4Gifts
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735 days ago

Long-time funder of neo-natal care looks to the future

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Earlier this year the Prime Minister’s Science Prize went to a multidisciplinary team doing world-leading research into abnormal blood-sugar levels in newborns, work partially funded by a small Waikato trust that has been quietly supporting the critical care of premature and sick babies for … View moreEarlier this year the Prime Minister’s Science Prize went to a multidisciplinary team doing world-leading research into abnormal blood-sugar levels in newborns, work partially funded by a small Waikato trust that has been quietly supporting the critical care of premature and sick babies for nearly forty years.

Now the Waikato Sick Babies Trust has moved to diversify and grow its income by setting up a ‘named fund’ with Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation.

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