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162 days ago

Making Changes Art Competition and Exhibition

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Join us for the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – our biggest fundraiser of the year!
By entering, you’re not only supporting local artists and creative wellbeing in Hamilton, but also giving your own artwork the opportunity to shine. Whether you're emerging or … View more
Join us for the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – our biggest fundraiser of the year!
By entering, you’re not only supporting local artists and creative wellbeing in Hamilton, but also giving your own artwork the opportunity to shine. Whether you're emerging or experienced, this is a great chance to develop your practice, connect with others, and share your creativity.

Submit your art at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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170 days ago

Poll: As an island nation, are we doing enough to protect our oceans?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.

Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its … View more
The island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.

Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its obligations, and our failure is being noticed internationally.

Sheridan and others argue that the health of our oceans is declining as they face climate change, overfishing, and pollution. While other nations are championing ocean protection, New Zealand has been quiet on this topic.

We want to know: Are we meeting our responsibilities in the management of our blue territory?

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As an island nation, are we doing enough to protect our oceans?
  • 66.5% No - we can do more.
    66.5% Complete
  • 5% Yes - we are meeting our obligations.
    5% Complete
  • 25.6% It is a global problem, not just ours.
    25.6% Complete
  • 2.6% Maybe. I dont really have an opinion.
    2.6% Complete
  • 0.2% Other - share below!
    0.2% Complete
1254 votes
169 days ago

Poll: Have you felt warmer this winter?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Unseasonable blooms, mild mornings, more rain and record highs have kept the worst of winter away from Hamilton, and are likely to become the new norm.

Anecdotal reports of a much warmer winter in Hamilton have been confirmed by Earth Sciences NZ with the city recording its highest July … View more
Unseasonable blooms, mild mornings, more rain and record highs have kept the worst of winter away from Hamilton, and are likely to become the new norm.

Anecdotal reports of a much warmer winter in Hamilton have been confirmed by Earth Sciences NZ with the city recording its highest July temperature since records began in 1906.

Have you felt warmer this winter? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you felt warmer this winter?
  • 27.8% Yes
    27.8% Complete
  • 52.8% No
    52.8% Complete
  • 19.4% About the same as usual
    19.4% Complete
36 votes
163 days ago

Bright Spots is back - and it's better!

Resene

We're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.

But this year it's a little different!

This year we're calling on … View more
We're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.

But this year it's a little different!

This year we're calling on Neighbourly members to share photos wherever there's a bright spot that brings you joy - whether it's in the office, at your home or when you're out and about in your neighbourhood. If it brings a smile to your face we'd love to see it.

Share a photo that brings a little colour to your day and you could win one of ten prize packages valued at $500 (including a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene gift card).
Share a pic now

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163 days ago

Community Art Classes

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

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...

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163 days ago

Stolen vehicles

Sharyn from Burbush - Rotokauri

If anyone has seen this ute. It was seen around Horotui, Whatawhata, Kakaramea, Koromatua, Collins roads early hours 4/6am Monday 30June. Stolen earlier from Aberdeen area.
No or changed plates now. Or may be in pieces.
Sentimental value, reward for recovery.
Share if possible.
Thankyou
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If anyone has seen this ute. It was seen around Horotui, Whatawhata, Kakaramea, Koromatua, Collins roads early hours 4/6am Monday 30June. Stolen earlier from Aberdeen area.
No or changed plates now. Or may be in pieces.
Sentimental value, reward for recovery.
Share if possible.
Thankyou
02102293500
Police file OR- 2054979N

163 days ago

Toy & Clothing Collection Donations wanted

Aaron from Chartwell

🌿Can you help us Hamilton🌿

🌿 Having a clean out or wanting to donate items?

🌿 Then get in contact with us. We appreciate your awhi/support.

Email popupmarketeers@gmail.com

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164 days ago

Making Changes Art Competition and Exhibition

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Join us for our Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – Making Changes!
Open to everyone, this community event is a wonderful opportunity to develop your practice, connect with others, and share your creativity.

Submit your artwork today at www.artsforhealth.co.nz... – we’d love to see … View more
Join us for our Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – Making Changes!
Open to everyone, this community event is a wonderful opportunity to develop your practice, connect with others, and share your creativity.

Submit your artwork today at www.artsforhealth.co.nz... – we’d love to see what you create!

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176 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Kākāpō will be getting busy in 2026!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

The kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!

How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. … View more
The kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!

How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. Because we can anticipate rimu mast events, and kākāpō love rimu fruit, we can predict kākāpō breeding activity.

Since there are only 242 kākāpō today, this bumper season is important.

This positive outlook on population numbers is especially exciting since, due to the mahi of conservationists, the kākāpō have completed their first season on the North island (at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari). The booming of the kākāpō has not been heard on the North Island of Aotearoa for over a century!

Read more about Aotearoa's flightless parrot and their nesting plans.

We hope this news brings a smile!

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165 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, … View more
Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, except in December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

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165 days ago

Village pooch Maggie provides pet therapy for fellow residents

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.

The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into… View more
Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.

The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Devonport village in 2021, and now take Maggie to visit residents in the village care centre three times a week.

Click read more to read about Maggie's pawsome work.

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169 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: New Zealander named first Commonwealth Poet Laureate

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Good news for fans of creative expression and kiwi excellence ... poet Selina Tusitala Marsh has been announced as the inaugural Commonwealth Poet Laureate!

Marsh says, "When we honour the artistry within our communities, whether it flows from Sāmoa, my mother's island, or New … View more
Good news for fans of creative expression and kiwi excellence ... poet Selina Tusitala Marsh has been announced as the inaugural Commonwealth Poet Laureate!

Marsh says, "When we honour the artistry within our communities, whether it flows from Sāmoa, my mother's island, or New Zealand, where I was born and grew up, we recognise the inherent dignity and worth of every person whose story deserves to be told."

Congratulations Selina, ka pai.

We hope this news brings a smile!

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166 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene

Buy any red testpot 60 mL from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17 -31 July 2025 and Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids.

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated!
Find out more

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166 days ago

Create a Kid-Approved Swing in Your Favourite Wood Stain

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

This quick and customisable project is ideal for those without a sturdy tree to hang a swing from, and it’s sure to bring joy to your little ones. Find out how to make and stain your own in your favourite Resene Woodsman wood stain finish with these easy step by step instructions.

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166 days ago

Stallholders wanted

Aaron from Chartwell

Some things have changed and will be a little different this year for our 11th year of our Annual Extravaganza in the Park.

EXPRESSION OF INTERESTS WHO SITES ARE NOW OPEN UNTIL 19th JULY. Please read info, link is at the bottom to complete if you haven't already via the one sent out on … View more
Some things have changed and will be a little different this year for our 11th year of our Annual Extravaganza in the Park.

EXPRESSION OF INTERESTS WHO SITES ARE NOW OPEN UNTIL 19th JULY. Please read info, link is at the bottom to complete if you haven't already via the one sent out on email.

💥 Expressions of Interest open from 1st July - Sat 19th July. All applicants will be notified the week of 28th July if they have been successful or not.
💥 All expressions of interest need to be filled out on the official link when they open. We will not be responding to private messages, texts, phone calls, emails requesting a site. For those who have emailed and on our mailing list you will receive the link before it is made public.
💥 If you have attended in the past this does not mean you are automatically given a site. We have had people this week thinking this is how it works. Unfortunately, we have a process so please follow this.
💥 We have capped 100 sites.
💥 There will be limited food sites this year capped at 8. This doesn't include Homemade Baking sites in this category.

Expression of Interest Link:
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Deadline where the link will close 19th July 2025

Good luck to each and everyone of you who expresses interest, we do appreciate it.
Mauri ora,
Extravaganza in the Park

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