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An 8-week professional art development programme for emerging artists who are ready to take the next step in their creative arts journey. Whether you're working towards a future exhibition or simply want more direction and structure, this class is designed to meet you where you're at by:
… View moreAn 8-week professional art development programme for emerging artists who are ready to take the next step in their creative arts journey. Whether you're working towards a future exhibition or simply want more direction and structure, this class is designed to meet you where you're at by:
- Developing your individual art practice
- Building a cohesive body of work
- Receiving one-on-one tutor support
- Participating in weekly group critiques.
- Learning how to plan projects,
- Preparing for exhibiting art (if that’s your goal),
- Learning pricing strategies for pricing your work.
- Gaining skills in presenting your work professionally,
- Growing in confidence as an artist.
If you're ready to take the next step in your creative journey, we're here to welcome you to a professional art development workshop that will supercharge your creative practice.
Starting Friday 10th Oct End date 28th Nov
12.30pm - 2.30pm, 8 weeks, $185
Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Check out how Waipā councillor Clare St Pierre - who's going for the mayoralty - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.
With some days’ takings being less than staff wages, a Hamilton cafe is shutting the doors after 17 years.
Frankton’s Agora Café will close to the public at the end of this month — a loss that speaks to a bigger economic mood: households watching every dollar, businesses trimming sails, … View moreWith some days’ takings being less than staff wages, a Hamilton cafe is shutting the doors after 17 years.
Frankton’s Agora Café will close to the public at the end of this month — a loss that speaks to a bigger economic mood: households watching every dollar, businesses trimming sails, and an economy that shrank even as Waikato leaders talk up a summer lift.
How are you finding the economic climate? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Some gave it six months. Two years later, The Green is fully booked until January and now carries two Cuisine hats.
When chef-owner Karl Martin-Boulton opened The Green in Hamilton East — an eight-seat chef’s table with one group a night and no rush to turn the table — plenty doubted it … View moreSome gave it six months. Two years later, The Green is fully booked until January and now carries two Cuisine hats.
When chef-owner Karl Martin-Boulton opened The Green in Hamilton East — an eight-seat chef’s table with one group a night and no rush to turn the table — plenty doubted it would work.
Mystery Creek’s cavernous hall will turn into the country’s biggest bouncy castle meets obstacle course — a 345-metre, six-lane serpent of air and vinyl — over the first five days of October.
There are slides, tunnels, and a make-believe rugby and football field in the middle. The … View moreMystery Creek’s cavernous hall will turn into the country’s biggest bouncy castle meets obstacle course — a 345-metre, six-lane serpent of air and vinyl — over the first five days of October.
There are slides, tunnels, and a make-believe rugby and football field in the middle. The soundtrack is the thrum of blowers and the squeak of socks on plastic.
Is this inflatable obstacle course something you'd try? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Check out how Waipā Mayor Susan O'Regan - who's going for another term - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.
Starting Term 4 from 6th of October
6 - 11 years - Monday 6th of October - 1st December
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185
12- 18 years - Friday 10th October - 28th November
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185
Looking for a fun, hands-on homeschool art class? Our Homeschool Art Class is the … View moreStarting Term 4 from 6th of October
6 - 11 years - Monday 6th of October - 1st December
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185
12- 18 years - Friday 10th October - 28th November
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185
Looking for a fun, hands-on homeschool art class? Our Homeschool Art Class is the perfect way for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive, hands on environment.
Book your class www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Give your child the gift of creativity in a safe, supportive art therapy space where they can express emotions, build confidence, and develop resilience.
Designed for children who experience worries, emotional challenges, or just need a calm space to create, these art therapy sessions provide … View moreGive your child the gift of creativity in a safe, supportive art therapy space where they can express emotions, build confidence, and develop resilience.
Designed for children who experience worries, emotional challenges, or just need a calm space to create, these art therapy sessions provide gentle guidance through art activities that encourage self-expression and problem-solving.
Ideal for children who struggle with stress, social challenges, or big emotions, this is a welcoming environment where they can explore and grow at their own pace.
Starts 8th October - 26th November, 8 weeks, $105
- 5-8 Years 3.45pm - 4.45pm
- 9-12 Years 5.15pm - 6.15pm
Tutor - Art therapist Scarlett Jeong
Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Raglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste is saying a firm “no thanks” to ultra-fast fashion giant Shein as poor quality fast fashion with no resale value swamps their opshop before usually ending up at the dump.
“Shein's impact is devastating for the environment, the garment workers, our … View moreRaglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste is saying a firm “no thanks” to ultra-fast fashion giant Shein as poor quality fast fashion with no resale value swamps their opshop before usually ending up at the dump.
“Shein's impact is devastating for the environment, the garment workers, our community and our health,” said Xtreme’s communications lead Jemma Hovelmeier.
Do you buy from Shein? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The newest Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury says his 35-year Navy career started with an inspiring recruiter who visited his high school in Thames.
Commander Wayne Andrew uttered “I have the ship” at a Change of Command ceremony at Devonport Naval Base on… View moreThe newest Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury says his 35-year Navy career started with an inspiring recruiter who visited his high school in Thames.
Commander Wayne Andrew uttered “I have the ship” at a Change of Command ceremony at Devonport Naval Base on Thursday, receiving the ship’s symbol of command – a greenstone mere – from outgoing Commanding Officer Commander Bronwyn Heslop.
They’ve braved storms, crossed rivers, and climbed poles in the dark and the Muraahi family has chalked up a combined 92 years keeping the lights on in Waipā.
The Muraahi name has become etched into the backbone of Waipā Networks, with grandfather Albert, son Lloyd, and grandson Gary … View moreThey’ve braved storms, crossed rivers, and climbed poles in the dark and the Muraahi family has chalked up a combined 92 years keeping the lights on in Waipā.
The Muraahi name has become etched into the backbone of Waipā Networks, with grandfather Albert, son Lloyd, and grandson Gary dedicating a combined nine decades to the essential, often unseen work of line mechanics.
EarthDiverse is please to announce its Term 4 courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 5 October 2025. We're offering the following languages this Term (Dutch, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish, Tamil and Urdu) and many of our language offerings are currently offered at … View moreEarthDiverse is please to announce its Term 4 courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 5 October 2025. We're offering the following languages this Term (Dutch, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish, Tamil and Urdu) and many of our language offerings are currently offered at Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced levels.
In addition, we're offering two History courses this Term: HIS221: A History of the Apocalypse, and HIS310: The Dead Sea Scrolls.
Most of our courses are available as hybrid classes with both in-person courses in Hamilton, New Zealand, or as on-line Zoom classes which are accessible from anywhere in the world with a good internet connection.
Register now at: <earthdiverse.org.nz....
Hope to see you in a couple of weeks in one of our courses!
Despite insurers already using a new flood mapping tool to help set premiums, the jury is still out how much it could change the value of Hamiltonians’ biggest asset.
And one expert says more people knowing about floodrisk is actually helping some land sell.
Have you looked at the flood map… View moreDespite insurers already using a new flood mapping tool to help set premiums, the jury is still out how much it could change the value of Hamiltonians’ biggest asset.
And one expert says more people knowing about floodrisk is actually helping some land sell.
Have you looked at the flood map for your property? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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