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Day three of swimming school hit differently. The excitement and adrenaline I’d ridden through my first two classes were fading, replaced with the sobering reality: learning to swim as an adult is hard.
Three classes in, and while my instructor Ella keeps telling me, “You are doing so … View moreDay three of swimming school hit differently. The excitement and adrenaline I’d ridden through my first two classes were fading, replaced with the sobering reality: learning to swim as an adult is hard.
Three classes in, and while my instructor Ella keeps telling me, “You are doing so well,” the fact I still can’t swim, or that my limbs refuse to follow instructions, was starting to erode my confidence.
What skill have you learned as an adult? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Amid the heartbreak of a tragic ATV accident, the Schick family has transformed grief into generosity, raising more than $325,000 for the emergency services that rushed to their aid.
Waipā District mayor Susan O’Regan described the family’s response as “remarkable,” saying it is rare … View moreAmid the heartbreak of a tragic ATV accident, the Schick family has transformed grief into generosity, raising more than $325,000 for the emergency services that rushed to their aid.
Waipā District mayor Susan O’Regan described the family’s response as “remarkable,” saying it is rare for anyone to find the strength to give back after such a personal loss.
After more than 60 years on the rugby paddock and playing with more grandkids than he’s had injuries, Putaruru’s Jim Buckeridge has finally faced his last hurrah on the rugby field.
The 82-year-old put on the boots and knee pads on Saturday for Hamilton Old Boys in a ten-a-side tournament at… View moreAfter more than 60 years on the rugby paddock and playing with more grandkids than he’s had injuries, Putaruru’s Jim Buckeridge has finally faced his last hurrah on the rugby field.
The 82-year-old put on the boots and knee pads on Saturday for Hamilton Old Boys in a ten-a-side tournament at the Te Rapa Rugby and Sports Club.
We’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸
Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a … View moreWe’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸
Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a result, most new power capacity built around the world came from renewables, and every continent added more clean energy than fossil fuels.
Money — the ultimate decision-maker in politics and business — is finally lining up with climate action. A big win for the planet (and maybe our wallets?)
We hope this news brings a smile!
'A Museum of Humanity' is the new film celebrating the Hamilton Gardens.
Produced by the Hamilton Gardens Development Trust with sponsorship from The Donny Fund that we manage, it is the movie version of 'The Time Travellers Guide to the Hamilton Gardens' book.
You can … View more'A Museum of Humanity' is the new film celebrating the Hamilton Gardens.
Produced by the Hamilton Gardens Development Trust with sponsorship from The Donny Fund that we manage, it is the movie version of 'The Time Travellers Guide to the Hamilton Gardens' book.
You can check out its trailer at the bottom of the Donny Fund page on the Momentum Waikato website at the link below.
From Turangi to Te Awamutu, a bright red truck brimming with farm-fresh vegetables has been turning heads — and filling shopping bags.
Behind the project are Emma and Kim Young, a husband-and-wife team whose love for growing vegetables has transformed a decades-old family farm into a mobile … View moreFrom Turangi to Te Awamutu, a bright red truck brimming with farm-fresh vegetables has been turning heads — and filling shopping bags.
Behind the project are Emma and Kim Young, a husband-and-wife team whose love for growing vegetables has transformed a decades-old family farm into a mobile veggie sensation.
Where do you buy your veges? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Somebody check Lima Sopoaga’s veins for ice cubes.
Because, for a second time in as many appearances for his new Waikato province, the former All Blacks first-five has come up clutch when it really counted.
What do you think about Waikato's Ranfurly Shield win over the weekend? Tell us… View moreSomebody check Lima Sopoaga’s veins for ice cubes.
Because, for a second time in as many appearances for his new Waikato province, the former All Blacks first-five has come up clutch when it really counted.
What do you think about Waikato's Ranfurly Shield win over the weekend? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A proposed 66-lot subdivision at a quiet South Waikato lakeside has stirred up debate on whether the land should remain a rural retreat or be used to grow the community.
The patch of land in question is beside Lake Whakamaru, between State Highway 30 and Lake Whakamaru Reserve, a popular spot … View moreA proposed 66-lot subdivision at a quiet South Waikato lakeside has stirred up debate on whether the land should remain a rural retreat or be used to grow the community.
The patch of land in question is beside Lake Whakamaru, between State Highway 30 and Lake Whakamaru Reserve, a popular spot for camping, boating and the Waikato River Trail.
Do you like the idea of houses here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Santa’s sleigh will still roll through Hamilton this December — but for the first time, community groups will need to pay to be part of the parade.
Organisers of the First Credit Union Christmas Parade have introduced a $50 entry fee for groups wanting to put a float on show, alongside a … View moreSanta’s sleigh will still roll through Hamilton this December — but for the first time, community groups will need to pay to be part of the parade.
Organisers of the First Credit Union Christmas Parade have introduced a $50 entry fee for groups wanting to put a float on show, alongside a $300 charge for businesses. Schools will still be able to enter free.
Have you ever been in Hamilton's Christmas parade? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A newcomer’s journey: Finding freedom from the food in Addictive Eaters Anonymous
I discovered I was an addict to food.
Before joining Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA), I never really understood what addiction was. I thought only "bad" people had addictions. It turns out addiction … View moreA newcomer’s journey: Finding freedom from the food in Addictive Eaters Anonymous
I discovered I was an addict to food.
Before joining Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA), I never really understood what addiction was. I thought only "bad" people had addictions. It turns out addiction isn’t limited to alcohol and drugs; it also includes food. Addiction is an illness that does not discriminate, and being an addictive eater has nothing to do with being good or bad.
My life, as an addictive eater, was a struggle.
It’s been a little full-on at the office lately, and the Neighbourly team found ourselves chatting about something we all experience: stress.
We got talking about the power of nature — green spaces like parks, bush walks, or even just sitting under a tree, and blue spaces like the ocean, … View moreIt’s been a little full-on at the office lately, and the Neighbourly team found ourselves chatting about something we all experience: stress.
We got talking about the power of nature — green spaces like parks, bush walks, or even just sitting under a tree, and blue spaces like the ocean, lakes, or rivers. Research agrees: being in nature really does help calm the mind. We’re lucky here in Aotearoa to have such beautiful spots right on our doorstep!
But sometimes, getting out for a walk or escaping to the beach isn’t an option. So we’re curious...
We want to know: What do you do to find a moment of calm when life gets a bit too much?
A hot cuppa? A good playlist? Staring out the window?
Let us know ... your go-to might help someone else breathe a little easier, too.
A good friend of mine just published these awesome planners!
Its the book that helps you sorts your s**t out before its too late!
Ever thought about how hard it would be for your family to handle things if something happened to you?
Inspired by her own experiences of loss, this planner was… View moreA good friend of mine just published these awesome planners!
Its the book that helps you sorts your s**t out before its too late!
Ever thought about how hard it would be for your family to handle things if something happened to you?
Inspired by her own experiences of loss, this planner was designed to help others prepare for the inevitable, documenting important details and final affairs all in one place - wills, important contacts, end-of-life care requests, funeral wishes, and more
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Hamilton Zoo’s earnings are on the rise as despite having fewer visitors, they’re each spending more.
But director Baird Fleming says the higher than target visitor numbers and revenue don’t increase cash available for park developments, and the zoo remains too lean to afford one key … View moreHamilton Zoo’s earnings are on the rise as despite having fewer visitors, they’re each spending more.
But director Baird Fleming says the higher than target visitor numbers and revenue don’t increase cash available for park developments, and the zoo remains too lean to afford one key addition: a kangaroo encounter.
Would you like to see kangaroos at our zoo? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Brush up your painting skills and brighten your wash days. There’s no two ways about it, doing laundry is a chore so why not inject a sense of fun into it with a quick refresh? Paint a striped ceiling with Resene SpaceCote Flat, a blackboard with Resene FX Blackboard Paint, stencil words with … View moreBrush up your painting skills and brighten your wash days. There’s no two ways about it, doing laundry is a chore so why not inject a sense of fun into it with a quick refresh? Paint a striped ceiling with Resene SpaceCote Flat, a blackboard with Resene FX Blackboard Paint, stencil words with Resene SpaceCote Flat and Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to refresh your laundry with these easy step by step instructions.
Mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson may have come up with a money-spinning plan to ring-fence CBD parking revenue and then reinvest it back into the central city.
It’s a scheme that could raise as much as $1.5 million per year - and city retailers would take a leading hand on deciding how that … View moreMayoral candidate Sarah Thomson may have come up with a money-spinning plan to ring-fence CBD parking revenue and then reinvest it back into the central city.
It’s a scheme that could raise as much as $1.5 million per year - and city retailers would take a leading hand on deciding how that money is spent.
Do you like the idea of ring-fencing CBD parking revenue for central city improvements? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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