Flagstaff, Hamilton

If you eat them all yourself - we won't tell anyone! 🙊🍌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To help you beat the heat this summer we've come up with this simple and tasty NSNZ-inspired recipe for you to share with neighbours, family, and friends.

#NSNZhealthandwellness

Scammers searching for medication target Waikato retirement village residents

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Retirement village residents are being warned of a scam in which strangers knock on doors requesting to check the resident's medication.

The door-knockers claim to be from the local DHB, and ask to inspect all medication stored in the resident's unit. Read more

Caravan wanted

Bert from Pukete

We are looking for a caravan with a fridge up to $5000. Please phone Bert or Rita at 8509403 or 027 7795840

Chinese language class for very beginners (5-12 years old)

Lijuan from Saint Andrews

Are there anyone interested in sending children to learn Chinese? I am a Chinese native speaker. I was a primary teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching Chinese and would like to introduce Chinese culture and language to those who are interested. Please contact Sam for enquiry.
Email: … View moreAre there anyone interested in sending children to learn Chinese? I am a Chinese native speaker. I was a primary teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching Chinese and would like to introduce Chinese culture and language to those who are interested. Please contact Sam for enquiry.
Email: igobaba2015@gmail.com
Fb: igobaba2015@gmail.com
Wechat: igobaba2015

Negotiable

Do you return the ring after a break up?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

What happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond … View moreWhat happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond sparkler?

We're looking for individuals who are happy to share their story of a ring return: perhaps the break up was acrimonious and you've tried to cash in the ring yourself, or maybe your ex disappeared with the sparkler, never to be seen again. If you've got a story, please share it below (please add NFP if you don't want it used in print). And if you've got a really good story that'll take a little longer, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

Need help to help?

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

Did your New Year's resolutions include meeting new people? Getting involved in your community? Making a difference perhaps? We can help you to help! Get in touch - phone 07 839 3191 or visit www.volunteeringwaikato.org.nz......

Cultural portraits

Tania from Rototuna North

Kia Ora,

We are putting ourselves out their by doing maori cultural portraits. We can incorporate other cultures too.
Maori/european
Pacific islander
Indian and other ethnicities.

We have maori korowai (contemporary) Taiaha, mere, pounamu tamoko stencils, feathers, cloaks to make these … View moreKia Ora,

We are putting ourselves out their by doing maori cultural portraits. We can incorporate other cultures too.
Maori/european
Pacific islander
Indian and other ethnicities.

We have maori korowai (contemporary) Taiaha, mere, pounamu tamoko stencils, feathers, cloaks to make these photos look authentic. Or those that have their own cultural outfits can bring these..we only ask if you want to use our cultural wear then please wear BLACK singlets/boobs tubes or shoe string dresses (females) ..tees shorts or boxers.
Booking fee $50 non refundable.
$70 per adult.
Children under 15 years $40.

We can shoot on location or at home.
Please take a look at our Facebook page to book : Shelley Street Portraits.

Nga mihi.

Children's Day is Sunday 3 March 2019!

The Team from Children's Day

Put tamariki first and celebrate by hosting an event for the tamariki and whānau in your neighbourhood. It can be anything, big or small! Register your event on the Children's Day website www.childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

Have you checked your NCEA results yet?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd … View moreHi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd studied more or are you stoked your hard work has paid off?

Have you recieved your NCEA results? How did they go?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The results are out and online today, ready for 165,000 students waiting to learn the outcome of their end-of year National Certificate of Educational Achievement exams.

​Secondary Principals' Association of New Zealand (SPANZ) president Michael Williams said results day was a big one for… View moreThe results are out and online today, ready for 165,000 students waiting to learn the outcome of their end-of year National Certificate of Educational Achievement exams.

​Secondary Principals' Association of New Zealand (SPANZ) president Michael Williams said results day was a big one for both parents and students. There would be euphoria for those who received their desired results but there would also be disappointment. Read more here

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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Is your paddling pool legal?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't… View moreHi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't even aware of.

For example, do you have a 1.2-metre fixed childproof fence with a self-closing gate opening outwards?

What are your thoughts on paddling pool safety? If faced with an inspection, would your pool set-up pass? Do you think all these rules are essential? What are your tips for setting up a paddling pool safely?
To read more about how to keep your kids safe in and around pools, click here.
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

Swipes by Sophie - reusable makeup wipes for sale

Alice from Queenwood

Posted on behalf of my daughter:

Hi, I’m Sophie and I’m 9 years old.
Ever since I was 4, I have been asking Mum if I can have a market stall to make and sell things. Finally, she has said yes!

We have been learning about sustainability at my school, and I wanted to make something that would … View morePosted on behalf of my daughter:

Hi, I’m Sophie and I’m 9 years old.
Ever since I was 4, I have been asking Mum if I can have a market stall to make and sell things. Finally, she has said yes!

We have been learning about sustainability at my school, and I wanted to make something that would help reduce waste. When my mum ran out of her cotton wool pads that she uses for her makeup, she thought she might make some out of cotton, instead of buying a new packet. I asked if I could help, and had so much fun I decided to make them for my stall.

Mum has also knitted some out of cotton that are nice to use as well.

I hope you will buy some of my swipes so I can keep having fun sewing them, and help you make less rubbish.

If you’d like to buy some, just send my mum a private message, or contact me on my Facebook page (search for Swipes by Sophie)

Thanks!
Sophie

Price: $10

Make the most of the holidays and get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene … View moreNow’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene Cardholders!

If you don’t have a card, sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard or while you are at your local Resene ColorShop.

And if you need help choosing your paints, wood stains, colours or wallpapers, your local Resene ColorShop staff can help you with all the advice and inspiration you need! Find out more!

Come and Watch Dance Scottish this Sunday.

Jill from Chartwell

Dance Scottish, Hamilton Gardens Round Lawn, Sunday 13th from 5.00 pm. Come and watch. Join in if you like and find out about our beginners classes starting in February.