South Waikato District, Tokoroa

New lottery, new home

New lottery, new home

For just $15, you could win a fully furnished home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million. Buy your tickets today!

38 days ago

Win this brand new home!

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
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39 days ago

Outdoor Bowls Books

David from Te Awamutu

Want to be a better bowler or understand the game better? 6 iconic bowls books by NZ top bowlers and other manuals. Only $25 for all 6. Ph 027 336 2233

Price: $25

39 days ago

How are foodbanks faring in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Tokoroa’s social supermarket and BBM gym are “safe for now” says their founder David Letele after his South Auckland foodshare charity closed its doors due to high running costs.

On Thursday, the Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer said he had to close the doors … View more
Tokoroa’s social supermarket and BBM gym are “safe for now” says their founder David Letele after his South Auckland foodshare charity closed its doors due to high running costs.

On Thursday, the Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer said he had to close the doors on his South Auckland BBM Foodshare, which was providing meals for around 700 families.

How are foodbanks faring in your area?

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39 days ago

‘If you stand still in the forest, you can feel a heartbeat’

The Team from Momentum Waikato

A nature sanctuary is not a short-term project.

The effort to preserve and enhance Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari is, by definition, a very very long-term mission. It is a place that is saving species and bringing joy to people, and will do for centuries to come.

It is literally a … View more
A nature sanctuary is not a short-term project.

The effort to preserve and enhance Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari is, by definition, a very very long-term mission. It is a place that is saving species and bringing joy to people, and will do for centuries to come.

It is literally a commitment that is as close to ‘forever’ as any that can be made by humans.

Such an undertaking therefore requires financial solutions that will provide support far beyond the usual horizons of conservation funding.

Which is why the Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust has established the Maungatautari Sanctuary Nest Egg Fund at Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation.

This is an endowment that welcomes public donations and provides investment income into the future, for the crucial bio-diversity endeavours upon this beautiful forested peak.

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39 days ago

Poll: Would you be keen on a riverside Hamilton East apartment?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A high-end apartments lifestyle overlooking the Waikato River in Hamilton East is selling for over $2.6 million and there seems to be no shortage of empty nesters flocking at the opportunity.

Premium mixed-use development One Cook St is expected to be ready by 2026 but has already sold nearly … View more
A high-end apartments lifestyle overlooking the Waikato River in Hamilton East is selling for over $2.6 million and there seems to be no shortage of empty nesters flocking at the opportunity.

Premium mixed-use development One Cook St is expected to be ready by 2026 but has already sold nearly half of the open plan living apartments.

Would you be keen on a place here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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39 days ago

Maintaining independence as we age

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.

Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full article.

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40 days ago

Dark Grey Stretch 3 seater couch cover

David from Te Awamutu

Brand new 3 piece Settee/Couch stretch cover. Ordered on line but no longer needed. (Genuine reason) Pet friendly, Anti slip, Scratch & Dirt resistant. Ideal to protect the settee from pets or to cover an older settee & brighten it up. Pick up Te Awamutu or courier at buyers expense. Only … View moreBrand new 3 piece Settee/Couch stretch cover. Ordered on line but no longer needed. (Genuine reason) Pet friendly, Anti slip, Scratch & Dirt resistant. Ideal to protect the settee from pets or to cover an older settee & brighten it up. Pick up Te Awamutu or courier at buyers expense. Only $25. Ph 07 214 2985

Price: $25

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40 days ago

Plants

Edward from South Waikato District

Pansys
Carnations
Alyssums
Crackerjack marigolds
$5 dozen $2-50 half dozen

Price: $5

42 days ago

Toadstool table

Resene

It’s a lot of fun (and easy) to turn a terracotta plant pot and saucer into your very own toadstool table with Resene Poppy and Resene Alabaster paint.

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

A fix-it man with dwindling days, saving electronics from landfill

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Rod Burch isn’t sure how much longer he’s got to live, but he wants to spend the time he does have keeping electronics from ending up in the dump.

An electrician trained by Auckland City Council (back in the days when “there wasn’t anything in the electrical line the council didn’t … View more
Rod Burch isn’t sure how much longer he’s got to live, but he wants to spend the time he does have keeping electronics from ending up in the dump.

An electrician trained by Auckland City Council (back in the days when “there wasn’t anything in the electrical line the council didn’t deal with”), Burch spends every Wednesday volunteering to fix up lamps, printers, coffee machines, and toasters.

What kind of volunteering would you most like to do? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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43 days ago

🚚 Our SPCA Op Shop needs furniture donations – Free pick up service 🚚

The Team from SPCA Te Awamutu - Op Shop

Whether you're in Central Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Morrinsville or Cambridge, we're here to make decluttering your home into donations easier than ever! 🛋️🏡 If you’ve got any clean, sellable furniture you no longer need, we’d love to collect to help us raise vital funds for SPCA … View moreWhether you're in Central Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Morrinsville or Cambridge, we're here to make decluttering your home into donations easier than ever! 🛋️🏡 If you’ve got any clean, sellable furniture you no longer need, we’d love to collect to help us raise vital funds for SPCA animals in need 💙

Good news – it's super easy! Our Waikato Op Shop truck is on the road ready to pick up your generous donations right from your doorstep for FREE starting this week 🙌

Simply give us a call at 📞 0800 77 22 09 to book a time! Find out more at ➡ www.spca.nz...

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43 days ago

Do you expect the OCR drop to have an impact on you?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Politicians, along with many other New Zealanders, are breathing a sigh of relief over Wednesday’s official cash rate (OCR) drop.

Finance Minister Nicola Willis said shortly after the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut to 4.75% that it was “a sign we've got inflation coming under … View more
Politicians, along with many other New Zealanders, are breathing a sigh of relief over Wednesday’s official cash rate (OCR) drop.

Finance Minister Nicola Willis said shortly after the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate cut to 4.75% that it was “a sign we've got inflation coming under control”.

Do you expect the OCR drop to have an impact on you? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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44 days ago

Have you experienced the queues at this bridge at summertime?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A single-lane bridge in and out of the Coromandel town of Tairua is vying for an advanced revamp under the Government’s Fast Track Approvals Bill.

Tairua Shores Motel, Manager Steven Fang is used to seeing the trail of cars “backed up all the way” from the SH25 Pepe stream bridge leading … View more
A single-lane bridge in and out of the Coromandel town of Tairua is vying for an advanced revamp under the Government’s Fast Track Approvals Bill.

Tairua Shores Motel, Manager Steven Fang is used to seeing the trail of cars “backed up all the way” from the SH25 Pepe stream bridge leading into Tairua township.

Have you experienced the queues at this bridge at summertime? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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44 days ago

Poll: Will you give Tipsy Putt a go?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.

The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he … View more
After sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.

The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he said the soft opening attracted a crowd bigger than he had anticipated.

Will you give Tipsy Putt a go? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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46 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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