Riverlea, Hamilton

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2327 days ago

Help reduce social isolation...

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

We have a wide range of people in the community looking for a companion, someone to spend some time with, have a coffee, go for a walk, to the movies - or just hang out at home. Make a new friend and help to reduce social isolation in our community - this role has huge mutual benefit...

If you are… View more
We have a wide range of people in the community looking for a companion, someone to spend some time with, have a coffee, go for a walk, to the movies - or just hang out at home. Make a new friend and help to reduce social isolation in our community - this role has huge mutual benefit...

If you are interested in finding out more about a companion role, check out role type COMPANIONSHIP on our website - www.volunteeringwaikato.org.nz...... or give us a call on 07 839 3191.

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2327 days ago

Put your own stamp on gift-giving

The Team from

Remember potato printing? Turns out it’s not just for the kids. We love this printing idea, creating a geometric pattern using the humble potato and Resene testpots.

We’ve printed ours onto linen to wrap around pot plants, a simple yet thoughtful gift that friends and family will love.

Make… View more
Remember potato printing? Turns out it’s not just for the kids. We love this printing idea, creating a geometric pattern using the humble potato and Resene testpots.

We’ve printed ours onto linen to wrap around pot plants, a simple yet thoughtful gift that friends and family will love.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2331 days ago

Disposal of household batteries / watch / hearing aid / cellphone / laptop

Neil from Newstead

I have not heard or read of a consistent place where used / dead AA , AAA, C and D size or other household batteries are collected for disposal other than throwing them in the land fill bin? Is this the only option or are there better solutions? I observed in Barcelona a drop off point (i.e. hole … View moreI have not heard or read of a consistent place where used / dead AA , AAA, C and D size or other household batteries are collected for disposal other than throwing them in the land fill bin? Is this the only option or are there better solutions? I observed in Barcelona a drop off point (i.e. hole in a shop window) where such smaller items were deposited. As batteries are becoming even more importantly strategic for lower carbon footprints ( is that so?) what are the best means of disposal for the long term?

Also, I have had to buy x number of electric drills over two decades because the batteries have died? Surely we should be in an age of repowering such items than increasing consumerism associated with a throwaway society. Has anyone constructive ideas please.

2331 days ago

Poll: What do you think should be done at this deadly crossroads?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,
New electronic speed reduction signs at a notoriously dangerous intersection near Hobbiton haven't stopped calls for a more permanent solution.
The electronic 60kmh speed signs were installed last week and sit on both sides of SH29 just before the Hopkins Rd turn off.
But … View more
Hi neighbours,
New electronic speed reduction signs at a notoriously dangerous intersection near Hobbiton haven't stopped calls for a more permanent solution.
The electronic 60kmh speed signs were installed last week and sit on both sides of SH29 just before the Hopkins Rd turn off.
But Chooky's Auto owner Darrell Conder, whose business sits on the intersection, says the signs have done little to slow drivers.
Read more here
So what do you think should be done to reduce crash risk at this intersection?

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What do you think should be done at this deadly crossroads?
  • 71% A roundabout should be installed
    71% Complete
  • 4.8% Nothing more, the signs will slow people eventually
    4.8% Complete
  • 21% More warning signs as you approach
    21% Complete
  • 3.2% Other, please comment below
    3.2% Complete
62 votes
2328 days ago

650 beds, all of them full at Waikato Hospital

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Have you been to Waikato Hospital recently? On Wednesday, all its beds were full and, recently, 300 people presented to ED in 24 hours.
That's well above the average for this time last year, of about 250 people in a day.
An urgent care app, Emergency Q, is being used to give an idea of how … View more
Have you been to Waikato Hospital recently? On Wednesday, all its beds were full and, recently, 300 people presented to ED in 24 hours.
That's well above the average for this time last year, of about 250 people in a day.
An urgent care app, Emergency Q, is being used to give an idea of how long wait times are at ED, and gives details of other after-hours clinics.
Read more here.

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2329 days ago

WANTING TO RECYCLE LARGE (holds 20kg) PLASTIC BAGS

Joy from Rukuhia

Anyone interested. Suitable for compost, pony poop , or whatever? Had milk powder in them. . Lots of them for free . Ph 0274420662 .

2328 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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2329 days ago

Take the ultimate Kiwi pie roadie

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).

Check them out here.

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2336 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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2329 days ago

PRODUCT RECALL: Kmart dining chair

Neighbourly.co.nz

Kmart has recalled their 'Bianca Dining Chair'.

There is a risk that the chairs are unstable and may break during use. If the chairs collapse during use, it could result in a fall and injury.

Stop using your dining chair and return it to any Kmart store for a refund. For more … View more
Kmart has recalled their 'Bianca Dining Chair'.

There is a risk that the chairs are unstable and may break during use. If the chairs collapse during use, it could result in a fall and injury.

Stop using your dining chair and return it to any Kmart store for a refund. For more information contact Kmart New Zealand.
See contact information here

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2329 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter August 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The August edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we find out about the Spark phone scam and how to avoid becoming a victim.

We also find out more about virtual reality technology being piloted at the Lady Allum rest home in Auckland.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to bit.ly...

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2329 days ago

WANTING TO RENT SHED/ACCOMMODATION CAMBRIDGE-TO ARAPUNI

Joy from Rukuhia

Male 50 yo Relocating- Would like to find something rural from Cambridge- HoraHora- Arapuni areas. Can work for rent if required, Able to do care taking, property maintenence , painting or whatever. Has own tractor, waterblaster, tools etc. Please contact me if you know of anything and I can pass … View moreMale 50 yo Relocating- Would like to find something rural from Cambridge- HoraHora- Arapuni areas. Can work for rent if required, Able to do care taking, property maintenence , painting or whatever. Has own tractor, waterblaster, tools etc. Please contact me if you know of anything and I can pass information to him. Thanks

2331 days ago

Poll: Does the name Garden Place fit our central square?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A Paris-based landscape architect visited Hamilton recently, and checked out the city centre on a walkthrough.
Catherine Mosbach was surprised to hear what Garden Place was called, as she wondered where the gardens were.
However, she noted it could be used for various public events - an important … View more
A Paris-based landscape architect visited Hamilton recently, and checked out the city centre on a walkthrough.
Catherine Mosbach was surprised to hear what Garden Place was called, as she wondered where the gardens were.
However, she noted it could be used for various public events - an important factor for public space.
She also thought work on Victoria on the River was well done, said, but the foliage by the seats was "a little shy".
Read more here.
Do you think Garden Place is the right name for our central square?

Does the name Garden Place fit our central square?
  • 50% Yes, that's how everyone knows it.
    50% Complete
  • 46.7% No, because there aren't really gardens there.
    46.7% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - leave a comment below to explain.
    3.3% Complete
122 votes
2330 days ago

What does it cost to stay warm at home?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And … View more
If this cold snap is getting to you but you're worried about the cost of cranking up your heating, don't despair.

We asked the energy experts to breakdown the running costs of all our favourite winter warmers, so you can work out how to get the best heating bang for your buck.

And while it's no shock that firing up a 2Kw electric heater doesn't come cheap, the price of a warm bed for a toasty night's sleep might surprise you. Check out the full rundown, including electric blankets, hot showers, heated towel rails and more, here.

2334 days ago

Moving boxes

Sarah from Hamilton East

Hi there everyone,

I am looking for moving boxes. Please message me should you have any I can have. Thank you :)

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