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2293 days ago

Poll: Do you think Santa can be a woman?

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

There have been a lot of discussions lately about whether Santa could be a woman. Even National Party Leader Simon Bridges joined the debate saying "just as Mary Poppins is a woman, Santa Claus is a man". What do you think? Can Santa be a woman? Read more here.

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Do you think Santa can be a woman?
  • 11.2% Yes
    11.2% Complete
  • 75.7% No
    75.7% Complete
  • 1.3% I'm not sure
    1.3% Complete
  • 11.8% I don't care
    11.8% Complete
3749 votes
2293 days ago

Fire on Tongariro Street this morning

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Around 50 firefighters battled a blaze that engulfed a block of shops in Taupō.

Fire authorities were yet to pinpoint the exact location the fire started, but said it was likely either the sushi shop or an adventure clothing store.

Police have closed down Tongariro St, in the central … View more
Around 50 firefighters battled a blaze that engulfed a block of shops in Taupō.

Fire authorities were yet to pinpoint the exact location the fire started, but said it was likely either the sushi shop or an adventure clothing store.

Police have closed down Tongariro St, in the central Taupō, after the commercial block - opposite the riverside domain - went up in flames at 1.15am on Friday.

It appeared the fire had been contained to two of the three shops, causing extensive damage to a food outlet and retail store. Read more here

2294 days ago

Come along to your Community Health Forum

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Hey neighbours, we at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. Come along to your Community Health Forum next week.

When: 9.30-11.30am, Wednesday 12 December
Where: Fellowship Room, The Link, Cnrs River Rd & Te Aroha St, Hamilton

Community Health Forums are a gathering of … View more
Hey neighbours, we at Waikato DHB want more of you to have a say in health. Come along to your Community Health Forum next week.

When: 9.30-11.30am, Wednesday 12 December
Where: Fellowship Room, The Link, Cnrs River Rd & Te Aroha St, Hamilton

Community Health Forums are a gathering of local people who come to listen to updates from the Waikato DHB, share their thoughts and talk about what matters to them about healthcare in their community. On the agenda this time – tackling obesity in children, “Let’s talk” mental health update, developments in tele/virtual health, primary care update and more.

We look forward to meeting you. He whakarongo tātou – we’re here to listen

RSVP for catering purposes to communityhealthforum@waikatodhb.health.nz
Find out more!

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2294 days ago

Mad mike's summer bash 2018

Hampton Downs Motorsport Park

Hampton Downs and Mazda present Mad Mike Summer Bash 3! - Where mad mike and radbul will take on New Zealands Best! NZs best drifters will again feature in the headline summer bash shootout event where all comers will go up against Mad Mike.

The event format includes the 767B demo's, top 16… View more
Hampton Downs and Mazda present Mad Mike Summer Bash 3! - Where mad mike and radbul will take on New Zealands Best! NZs best drifters will again feature in the headline summer bash shootout event where all comers will go up against Mad Mike.

The event format includes the 767B demo's, top 16 drift superclass, triple threat team event, open drift sessions, time attack outlaws, gymkhana, international cruise sessions and the new summer bash skid king.

There will be the Family Fun Zone, VIP Trackside Lounge and grandstands so the fans can get up close to the action. Don't miss out - come and join us for the third instalment of Mad Mike's Summer Bash!

See the cars, see the stars.
Find out more!

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2295 days ago

The grand opening countdown has begun…

Lilliputt Fun Zone

Oh yes, one week to go until the opening of Lilliputt Fun Zone exciting! If you haven’t already heard the much loved mini golf has been expanded at Centre Place. Get your friends and family together to do battle in the latest laser tag arena (brought to NZ from the USA opening mid January), or … View moreOh yes, one week to go until the opening of Lilliputt Fun Zone exciting! If you haven’t already heard the much loved mini golf has been expanded at Centre Place. Get your friends and family together to do battle in the latest laser tag arena (brought to NZ from the USA opening mid January), or immerse yourself in award-winning virtual reality where you’ll fight zombies and dragons.

Enjoy the latest games and win prizes in the brand new arcade. Looking for a new party idea? Get the kids together and hold your next birthday party in the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party or Outer Space themed party rooms. The grand opening is the 8th of December so gather the kids and head to Centre Place to get in the zone!

Go to www.lilliputt.co.nz for more information.
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2295 days ago

Nominate your neighbour's letterbox!

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

We've seen some pretty imaginative postboxes on our NZ travels (these are just a taster) and it got us wondering what novelty letterboxes might be lining the streets in your neighbourhood.

So have you pimped up your postbox? If so, we'd love to see a picture and hear the story behind … View more
We've seen some pretty imaginative postboxes on our NZ travels (these are just a taster) and it got us wondering what novelty letterboxes might be lining the streets in your neighbourhood.

So have you pimped up your postbox? If so, we'd love to see a picture and hear the story behind it for a feature on Homed... Did you create it from scratch or repurpose a household item? What was the inspiration for your design? And how have people reacted to it?

You can email your letterbox photos to homed@stuff.co.nz and someone will be in touch - and thanks in advance!

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2296 days ago

Make your best Split Second Decision

The Team from ACC New Zealand

No matter how long you’ve been riding, the unexpected can always happen. Be an even better rider with Ride Forever coaching. Find out more!

2296 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - we were in you neighbourhood!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Catching up with our road trip posts! On Thursday we started in Taupo, at the Lake Taupo Hospice, check out their BBQ themed cookie invites! What an incredible idea, and a great bunch! We scooted up to Rotorua and heard all about the community led work going on Eastside Pest Free with Mary! And … View moreCatching up with our road trip posts! On Thursday we started in Taupo, at the Lake Taupo Hospice, check out their BBQ themed cookie invites! What an incredible idea, and a great bunch! We scooted up to Rotorua and heard all about the community led work going on Eastside Pest Free with Mary! And found some old school neighbours day flyers, and even badges from the original neighbours day!

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2296 days ago

MetService issues severe thunderstorm watch

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Valid until 09:00 pm Tuesday 27 November 2018

Thunderstorms are expected about northern and central areas of the North Island this afternoon and evening. About the central North Island areas of the Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato, Waitomo, Taumarunui, Bay of Plenty, Taupo, Taihape, Gisborne and … View more
Valid until 09:00 pm Tuesday 27 November 2018

Thunderstorms are expected about northern and central areas of the North Island this afternoon and evening. About the central North Island areas of the Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato, Waitomo, Taumarunui, Bay of Plenty, Taupo, Taihape, Gisborne and Hawkes Bay, there is a moderate risk some of these thunderstorms could become SEVERE producing localised downpours of 25 to 40mm/hr and large hail 20 to 25mm in diameter.

Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips.

Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain. Large hail can cause significant damage to crops, orchards, vines, glasshouses and vehicles, as well as make driving conditions hazardous. Should severe weather approach or if you feel threatened, take shelter immediately.

More information here

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