Friday Watercolour Class
Step into a peaceful studio and enjoy time just for you in our friendly water colour class. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.
Each week, you’ll explore watercolour techniques like:
Washes, wet-on-wet, and dry-brush effects
How to mix and control colour
Building light and texture in your work
There’s no rush, no pressure—just expert guidance in a small group (max 8 people), where you’ll feel supported and encouraged to try things at your own pace.
Starts Friday 10th October - 28th November
9.30am -11.30am, 8 weeks $185
Tutor - Jennifer Park
Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri
From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
Hospital ED new location of interest in measles spread
Waikato Hospital’s Emergency Department is the latest location of interest for measles.
Two separate days in the last week were listed on Health NZ’s website on Friday morning as a place where someone with measles was known to have visited.
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