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1252 days ago

Poll: What do you reckon about the All Blacks coaching situation?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

After a second loss to Ireland, All Blacks coach Ian Foster has faced questions about his future in the role.
Hamiltonians spoken to on Sunday reckoned he should go.
What do you think?

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What do you reckon about the All Blacks coaching situation?
  • 45.5% Yes, we need a change after losses like that.
    45.5% Complete
  • 19.7% No, there's not enough time before the next international games.
    19.7% Complete
  • 22.7% I don't know, I'm not a sport person.
    22.7% Complete
  • 12.1% Other - explain in the comments below.
    12.1% Complete
66 votes
1252 days ago

Ways to make your home feel cosier in Winter

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Hamilton

Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.

Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours … View more
Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.

Choose a warm paint colour: Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours will simulate a cosier, warmer mood. Blue and purples are on the cool side so they will simulate the opposite mood.

Warm lighting: Group lighting by using task and ambience lighting and a mixture of table and floor lamps. Warm coloured bulbs throw out a softer light and give a room a cosy feel.

TIP: Having your lights on separate switches means you can control how bright/dim a space will be.

Add pot plants: Any living element contributes to a cosy and inviting feel. Plants in baskets are not only on-trend, but they also generate more oxygen inside your home too.

TIP: Group pots together using different shapes and heights to make a focal point.

Carpet, rugs and textiles: Tiles are great but can be chilly underfoot in the cooler months. Carpets insulate, soften and warm up a room and New Zealand wool carpets are environmentally friendly with a sustainable fibre, plus naturally flame retardant.

Don’t discount rugs even if you have carpets. Make sure you choose a rug that works with your existing carpet. Placing a rug between yourself and the floor instantly guarantees a warmer atmosphere. Rugs are also incredibly good at tying a space together.

TIP: Garage carpet reforms the space from a cold concrete feel to a soft warm space too!

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1253 days ago

Reading Tip #4

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

Choose a favourite time to read together as a family and enjoy it. This might be everyone reading the same book together, reading different things at the same time, or getting your children to read to each other. This time spent reading together can be relaxing for all ?‍?‍?‍??

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1254 days ago

Paint it Red with Resene!

Resene

Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite red testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids to help fund vital child health research!

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail … View more
Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite red testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids to help fund vital child health research!

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 13-31 July 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Come in and see the Resene team today!
Find out more

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1255 days ago

Garage Sale

Suzy from Fairfield

Garage Sale 28 Marshall Street, Fairfield, tomorrow Sat 16th and Sun 17th July - 8am - 12 noon. Please no earlier as need to set up and put out signs and gate with be locked :-) Moving house so lots stuff

Negotiable

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1255 days ago

Garage Sale

Suzy from Fairfield

Garage Sale 28 Marshall Street, Fairfield, tomorrow Sat 16th and Sun 17th July - 8am - 12 noon. Please no earlier as need to set up and put out signs and gate with be locked :-) Moving house so lots stuff lol

1255 days ago

Reading Tip #3

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

Give children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it … View moreGive children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it up ??

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1255 days ago

Guess what's open...

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Many have been waiting for it - our new section of the Waikato Expressway opened to traffic last night.

Are you planning a drive? Or have you already been for one? And what effect do you think it will have on traffic in and around the city?

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1255 days ago

Concrete pad

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Transform a dull concrete pad into an attractive seating area with a little bit of help from Resene Walk-on flooring and paving paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1256 days ago

Oximeter

Phyllis from Nawton

Brand new oximeter
Good to have one to monitor oxygen level and pulse rate
Each $20 exclude AAA x2 batteries

Collect at Hamilton Nawton or post at buyer's cost.

Price: $20

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1256 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will… View more
Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will feature in the October magazine!

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs, so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for the greater good, nominate them now for Ryman Healthcare 2022 Gardener of the Year!

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1256 days ago

You’ve got the style, we’ve got the clothes

The Team from Red Cross Shop Five Cross

It’s recycle, reuse and relove here at the Red Cross shop Five Cross roads. What better style to embrace that with than Grunge in all its forms.
Come on in and find those unique pieces to fill out your look.
This week we have a special on selected shoes, all shoes in the window display are … View more
It’s recycle, reuse and relove here at the Red Cross shop Five Cross roads. What better style to embrace that with than Grunge in all its forms.
Come on in and find those unique pieces to fill out your look.
This week we have a special on selected shoes, all shoes in the window display are $2.00! We have our $1.00 rack and the linen specials table.
We are shop 3 Firth Street Five Cross Roads
9-4.30pm Monday to Friday
9-4pm Saturday
10-3pm Sunday

1258 days ago

Reduce rising living costs

Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that … View more
Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that this financial security helps them plan ahead for large expenses like holidays while still enjoying themselves today. Because fewer responsibilities mean that you can live on your own terms. It’s one of the ways we’re pioneering retirement living – so you can embrace life and blaze a new trail in retirement.
Learn more

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1258 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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1258 days ago

Action Capsela 1000

Jenni from Enderley

Fantastic Motorized Science Construction Toy System for the school holidays for the 7+ Top of the range. Two booklets included, 1x32 pages and 1x47 pages. Build 100 Land and Water Action Projects! Outside box in used condition, a little worn at the corners, but the inside and all the capsules etc … View moreFantastic Motorized Science Construction Toy System for the school holidays for the 7+ Top of the range. Two booklets included, 1x32 pages and 1x47 pages. Build 100 Land and Water Action Projects! Outside box in used condition, a little worn at the corners, but the inside and all the capsules etc are in excellent condition. Requires 2 x AA Batteries - new supplied :-)
Message Jenni

Price: $90

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