South Waikato District, Tokoroa

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2196 days ago

Some Cool artwork on our boards Outside

Sweet Rose Espresso Ltd

Hi there,
Just a quick note , Have a great day and Cool weekend,
here's hoping the weather man got it wrong and stays sunny.
Kind regards The team at Sweet Rose Espresso

2196 days ago

Tomo closes State Highway 1 through South Waikato

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An almost two metre deep tomo has opened up on a bridge, shutting down a highway through South Waikato.

NZ Transport Agency is advising that the highway is closed between Ongaroto Rd and SH30 at the turn-off to Rotorua.

"People should also drive carefully and to the conditions on the … View more
An almost two metre deep tomo has opened up on a bridge, shutting down a highway through South Waikato.

NZ Transport Agency is advising that the highway is closed between Ongaroto Rd and SH30 at the turn-off to Rotorua.

"People should also drive carefully and to the conditions on the alternative route as it may be unfamiliar to some driver."

People travelling from Tauranga and Rotorua are advised to consider using SH5 to Taupo. Road users should check our website or call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49) to see if the road is open before travelling. Read more here

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2197 days ago

Caffeine & Gasoline this Sunday

Hampton Downs Motorsport Park

Hampton Downs weekend car shows continue this Sunday with the second edition of Caffeine & Gasoline, A gathering of enthusiast car owners and their cars. It’s free to attend and there’s plenty of parking. Come check out the cars and grab a coffee and brunch from our new Café. There is also… View moreHampton Downs weekend car shows continue this Sunday with the second edition of Caffeine & Gasoline, A gathering of enthusiast car owners and their cars. It’s free to attend and there’s plenty of parking. Come check out the cars and grab a coffee and brunch from our new Café. There is also $20 off Go Karts and this fantastic opportunity to catch a motorsport event for next to nothing!

Promoting a special offer! If you want to watch all the on-track action you can get in for just $10 per car load of people, yes! You heard right. get your mates to pile into your car, rock up to gate 2 (on the road leading to the infield) and show them a screenshot of this post. $10 only!

With superkarts, time attack super laps, IPC, NZ6/HQ Holdens, ETL hire Tranzam challenger and Deutche cup there will be plenty to see.
Find out more!

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2197 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: 2 - 4pm, Tuesday 27 November
Where: Silver Fern Farms Events Centre, 44 Stanley Ave, Te Aroha
Community Health Forums are a gathering of local people who come… 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: 2 - 4pm, Tuesday 27 November
Where: Silver Fern Farms Events Centre, 44 Stanley Ave, Te Aroha
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

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2197 days ago

Laptop

Julie from Te Awamutu

Surface pro laptop. Good condition. Surplus to requirements.

Price: $1,500

2200 days ago

Poll: Is there a need for more mobility scooter rules and regulations?

Luke Kirkeby Reporter from South Waikato News

The Ministry of Transport is set to consider imposing a speed limit for mobility scooters due to a surge in imported machines now reaching speeds of over 40kmh. What do you think of the move?
Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

*Information gathered may be used for editorial purposes.

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Is there a need for more mobility scooter rules and regulations?
  • 53.6% It's high time something was done.
    53.6% Complete
  • 46.4% I don't have an issue with them.
    46.4% Complete
28 votes
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2198 days ago

Toastmasters Tokoroa demo meetups

Julian Neighbourly Lead from South Waikato District

Hi South Waikato, At toastmasters we have loads of fun and learn how to conquer our nerves and be great public speakers, we learn to effectively convey the message we intend to and how to express ourselves. It is a very supportive environment where we help each other with encouragement and helpful … View moreHi South Waikato, At toastmasters we have loads of fun and learn how to conquer our nerves and be great public speakers, we learn to effectively convey the message we intend to and how to express ourselves. It is a very supportive environment where we help each other with encouragement and helpful feedback that we can use to improve, toastmasters has helped me be able speak effectively in front of groups and I would like to help others do the same I enjoyed the value of being mentored and so I love mentoring others, Tokoroa toastmasters are having another demo meetup this Thursday night at Tokoroa club, 7pm upstairs in the blue room, it is free to come along and see what it is all about and I am very exited to meet you. Please check out our facebook page @Tokoroa Forestlands Toastmasters we keep it updated with articles notifications and events

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2200 days ago

Fireworks

Sue from South Waikato District

It's Monday night, 19th November, and there are STILL fireworks being let off! Do the lame brains doing it not know that November 5th was 14 days ago? I have never agreed with banning firework sales because I don't want children today to miss out on the wonderful fun of Guy Fawkes night … View moreIt's Monday night, 19th November, and there are STILL fireworks being let off! Do the lame brains doing it not know that November 5th was 14 days ago? I have never agreed with banning firework sales because I don't want children today to miss out on the wonderful fun of Guy Fawkes night but I am beginning to lose patience.......

2199 days ago

Poll: Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.

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Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!
  • 16.2% 1) Riversdale Community House - Blenheim
    16.2% Complete
  • 6.1% 2) Belmont Centre - Auckland
    6.1% Complete
  • 6.7% 3) Churton Park Tennis and Recreational Club - Wellington
    6.7% Complete
  • 16.8% 4) Barnardos - Napier
    16.8% Complete
  • 10.6% 5) Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG) - Auckland
    10.6% Complete
  • 43.7% 6) Maketu Volunteer Coastguard and Maketu Surf Club
    43.7% Complete
1450 votes
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