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After nearly 15 years sweetening the lives of locals, Theobroma Chocolate Lounge at Chartwell has closed its doors - unable to weather the pressure of rising costs and a sharply declining market.
Co-owner Balaka Malhotra, who ran the business with her husband Ian Roberts-Thomson, said she fought… View moreAfter nearly 15 years sweetening the lives of locals, Theobroma Chocolate Lounge at Chartwell has closed its doors - unable to weather the pressure of rising costs and a sharply declining market.
Co-owner Balaka Malhotra, who ran the business with her husband Ian Roberts-Thomson, said she fought to keep it going, but the odds were stacked too high.
Theobroma’s Centre Place café in the CBD, which the couple also owns, is still running - for now.
Put your thinking caps on and join us for a one-night-only Quiz Night Fundraiser – a fun evening of trivia, prizes, and community spirit, all in support of our creative community spaces.
Details:
When: Thursday 17 July, 6pm–8:30pm
Where: Biddy Mulligans, 17b Hood Street, Hamilton
Cost: … View morePut your thinking caps on and join us for a one-night-only Quiz Night Fundraiser – a fun evening of trivia, prizes, and community spirit, all in support of our creative community spaces.
Details:
When: Thursday 17 July, 6pm–8:30pm
Where: Biddy Mulligans, 17b Hood Street, Hamilton
Cost: $15 per person (teams of 4–6, or join solo and we’ll match you up)
On the night:
Team prize for 1st place
Spot prizes and raffles
Drinks and food available to purchase
It’s a great way to support a good cause and have a blast while you're at it. July 17 will be here before you know it – book your spot now -www.artsforhealth.co.nz
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Looking for a creative way to start your day? Explore your creativity with our adult art classes – choose from Watercolour, Acrylic Painting, or Arts Therapy classes. Whether you're building skills or supporting your wellbeing, there's a class for you.
Term enrolments now open at … View moreLooking for a creative way to start your day? Explore your creativity with our adult art classes – choose from Watercolour, Acrylic Painting, or Arts Therapy classes. Whether you're building skills or supporting your wellbeing, there's a class for you.
Term enrolments now open at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Despite interest in using it for everything from “occult activities” to a wedding venue, a derelict 120-year-old Waihī church faces the wrecking ball.
There were many ideas for the historic St James’ Presbyterian Church through the years, according information supplied with the bid for … View moreDespite interest in using it for everything from “occult activities” to a wedding venue, a derelict 120-year-old Waihī church faces the wrecking ball.
There were many ideas for the historic St James’ Presbyterian Church through the years, according information supplied with the bid for demolition, but high costs and heritage complications put people off the earthquake prone building.
What do you think, should the church be allowed to demolish it? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Happy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View moreHappy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Join our community art classes and connect with others who share your interest in creativity. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can learn new skills, express yourself, and build meaningful connections through art.
Find out more and enrol at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Join us this term for art classes designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and help children connect through creativity. From homeschool art sessions to children's creative arts therapy, we offer a range of supportive programmes where your child can learn new skills and enjoy making … View moreJoin us this term for art classes designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and help children connect through creativity. From homeschool art sessions to children's creative arts therapy, we offer a range of supportive programmes where your child can learn new skills and enjoy making art with others.
Find out more and enrol at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
At 11.15am today the first Jetstar flight from Sydney will land at Hamilton Airport opening the Waikato up to Australia and beyond for the first time in more than a decade.
Gone are the days of long, traffic-jammed drives to Auckland, over the top parking fees, marathon walks to departure gates,… View moreAt 11.15am today the first Jetstar flight from Sydney will land at Hamilton Airport opening the Waikato up to Australia and beyond for the first time in more than a decade.
Gone are the days of long, traffic-jammed drives to Auckland, over the top parking fees, marathon walks to departure gates, and $14 sausage rolls at Auckland Airport.
Are you excited about the international flights? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
As shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be … View moreAs shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be happy with this change?
Update an old cabinet with on-trend rattan and a retro-cool mint and gold palette using Resene Kandinsky and Resene Tussock. Find out how to refresh your old cabinets with these easy step by step instructions.
Why it pays to compare plans
Did you know over 90% of New Zealanders who compare power plans find savings—often around $400 a year? Comparing power plans is quick and easy with a free online tool—it takes just five minutes and won’t disrupt your supply. A simple switch could lead to real … View moreWhy it pays to compare plans
Did you know over 90% of New Zealanders who compare power plans find savings—often around $400 a year? Comparing power plans is quick and easy with a free online tool—it takes just five minutes and won’t disrupt your supply. A simple switch could lead to real savings. Click here to compare
To save more, match your power plan to your lifestyle. If you're home during the day, a 'time of use' plan could cut costs by using power during off-peak hours. Tailoring your plan to your routine helps keep more money in your pocket.
Head to the Electricity Authority’s website, where they offer free tools to help you compare and switch plans with ease. With so many New Zealanders already saving up to $400 a year, there’s no reason to wait. Smart power choices start here, and the benefits can last all year long.
Take charge of your electricity costs and see how much you could save today. You might just wonder why you didn’t switch sooner.
The oldest missing Phillips child will celebrate yet another birthday on the run today, but an experienced bushman says it is likely to be a miserable day.
Jayda Phillips, who turns 12 today, has been missing along with her siblings Ember, 9, and Maverick, 10, since December 2021, when they were… View moreThe oldest missing Phillips child will celebrate yet another birthday on the run today, but an experienced bushman says it is likely to be a miserable day.
Jayda Phillips, who turns 12 today, has been missing along with her siblings Ember, 9, and Maverick, 10, since December 2021, when they were taken by their father Tom Phillips to an unknown location - though police believe they are still in the King Country, near where they went missing.
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