Horsham Downs, Hamilton

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1244 days ago

The Great InsectBot Mission Competition

Stem Wana Trust

Step into a NASA engineer’s shoes to design and create a robot, inspired from insects’ unique characteristics, with the capability of surviving on Mars. The competition is for rangatahi aged 10 to 16 years across Aotearoa.

The finalists will get the chance to go to Tauranga STEM FestivalView more
Step into a NASA engineer’s shoes to design and create a robot, inspired from insects’ unique characteristics, with the capability of surviving on Mars. The competition is for rangatahi aged 10 to 16 years across Aotearoa.

The finalists will get the chance to go to Tauranga STEM Festival and present their InsectBot to a panel of judges. The competition winner will receive amazing “money can’t buy experiences” including a visit to Rocket Lab facilities as a VIP and other prizes will include a series of space and engineering themed experiences thanks to our generous partners.
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1245 days ago

International Chess Day

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Rototuna

Almost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!

A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in … View more
Almost everyone in the world has heard of the game of chess, but what not everyone knows is that there is an entire day dedicated to the celebration of this wonderful pastime!

A game of strategy and wits, chess has long been considered to be the thinking man’s game. From its early days in India in the 6th century, to everywhere in the world today, chess is a wonderful game to play anytime, anywhere, and with almost anyone.

Has your child played the game of chess? Why not try it today!

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1245 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
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For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
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1254 days ago

Lemons

Margaret from Gordonton - Puketaha

Does anyone out there want lemons. I have a tree loaded with them. Call me on 0274386024 if you are interested. I live at
Gordonton but are usually in Hamilton a couple of times a week. Please call me on 027436024, Margaret.

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1246 days ago

Hamilton Book Month on throughout August

Catherine from Pukete

Our August 2022 programme is now live on our website with details about this year's panels, workshops and author events for all ages covering a variety of genres. Most events are free but registration is required for others. See www.hamiltonbookmonth.com...

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1247 days ago

Reading Tip #4

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Rototuna

Choose a favourite time to read together as a family and enjoy it. This might be everyone reading the same book together, reading different things at the same time, or getting your children to read to each other. This time spent reading together can be relaxing for all ?‍?‍?‍??

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1248 days ago

Paint it Red with Resene!

Resene

Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite red testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids to help fund vital child health research!

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail … View more
Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite red testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to Cure Kids to help fund vital child health research!

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 13-31 July 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Come in and see the Resene team today!
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1250 days ago

Reading Tip #3

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Rototuna

Give children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it … View moreGive children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it up ??

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1250 days ago

Concrete pad

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Transform a dull concrete pad into an attractive seating area with a little bit of help from Resene Walk-on flooring and paving paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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1251 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will… View more
Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will feature in the October magazine!

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs, so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for the greater good, nominate them now for Ryman Healthcare 2022 Gardener of the Year!

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1252 days ago

Reduce rising living costs

Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that … View more
Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that this financial security helps them plan ahead for large expenses like holidays while still enjoying themselves today. Because fewer responsibilities mean that you can live on your own terms. It’s one of the ways we’re pioneering retirement living – so you can embrace life and blaze a new trail in retirement.
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1252 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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1253 days ago

Join the Audience for new Theatre

Momentum Waikato

The Waikato Regional Theatre, under construction in the south end of the Hamilton CBD, will be a world-class performance venue with a stunning vista of the river.

Share the Stage - this multi-purpose performing arts centre will be both a springboard for local talent and a heartland drawcard for … View more
The Waikato Regional Theatre, under construction in the south end of the Hamilton CBD, will be a world-class performance venue with a stunning vista of the river.

Share the Stage - this multi-purpose performing arts centre will be both a springboard for local talent and a heartland drawcard for the world’s best entertainment.

The 1300-seat state-of-the-art auditorium, featuring crystal clear acoustics, up-close sightlines and variable stage and viewing configurations, will be able to showcase every kind of live performance.

Click ‘Join the Audience’ to sign up for updates.
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1254 days ago

Outdoor NZ Wool Filled Hand Stitched Dog Beds

Tim from Gordonton - Puketaha

Our dog beds are individually made and have been tested by our expert woofers, Margo and Otis.
We source our hessian heavy jute sacking locally and our wool comes from our farm.
Each dog bed is hand stitched. The lanolin from the wool helps soften the hessian beds making for a soft and warm bed for… View more
Our dog beds are individually made and have been tested by our expert woofers, Margo and Otis.
We source our hessian heavy jute sacking locally and our wool comes from our farm.
Each dog bed is hand stitched. The lanolin from the wool helps soften the hessian beds making for a soft and warm bed for your dogs after a hard day.
These dog beds are made for outdoor kennel use.
One size only (109cmL x 68cmW)
Do not machine wash. Hand or Spot wash only and dry flat.
$65 plus Postage

Negotiable

1254 days ago

Popular ice cream product recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including … View more
Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including 21.07.2023.

Ethylene Oxide has been found in the vanilla cup. This chemical is normally used as a fumigant for controlling post-harvest insects, moulds, and pathogens in a variety of food however there is low risk from ingesting this amount.

This product is sold in Pak'n Save, New World, Four Square, and Gilmours stores throughout the North Island and can be returned to these stores for a full refund.

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