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Hi neighbours! A fellow neighbour gave us this image of a rather tall, asparagus-looking plant growing at a rapid rate in her garden. We here at Hamilton Press are stumped! Do you know what type of plant this is, or do you have something even stranger growing in your garden? Let us know!
What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a … View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
Back in the day, Waikato rugby team's after training nutrition consisted of 50 pieces of fish, 25 scoops of chips, 3 loaves of bread and a "fair smattering of butter", according to Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Cooper, in this video recorded earlier this year for our … View moreBack in the day, Waikato rugby team's after training nutrition consisted of 50 pieces of fish, 25 scoops of chips, 3 loaves of bread and a "fair smattering of butter", according to Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Cooper, in this video recorded earlier this year for our Super Rugby 20th anniversary feature. Anyone have similar after-rugby training rituals?
Do you ride an electric bike? We're looking for someone to have a chat to about them. Comment below or email kelley.tantau@fairfaxmedia.co.nz. Thanks neighbours!
So Prime Minister John Key is getting out of politics, who would you like to see become New Zealand's prime minister following next year's general election?
The four players in our poll were inducted into the Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame (1990-1999). Vote and tell us which one was your favourite, or tell us who was your favourite Waikato player from the 1990s.
Harrowfield Drive Christmas lights are now turned on and Santa is starting at 17 Harrowfield Drive on the 14th through to Christmas eve, from 8.30pm to 10pm every evening weather permitting. The Lions Club will also be running a sausage sizzle starting the 15th from 8.30pm to 10pm again weather … View moreHarrowfield Drive Christmas lights are now turned on and Santa is starting at 17 Harrowfield Drive on the 14th through to Christmas eve, from 8.30pm to 10pm every evening weather permitting. The Lions Club will also be running a sausage sizzle starting the 15th from 8.30pm to 10pm again weather permitting. Come and enjoy the spirit of Christmas and have dinner for very little cost. Merry Christmas everyone.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.
Untangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and … View moreUntangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately … View moreAll of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible.
The earthquake is your first warning, tsunami waves can arrive within minutes. Do not wait for official advice or warning systems.
Contact your local civil defence group for tsunami zone maps and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Talk to your neighbours about where you will go, and who might need your help.
Any tips of saving water? Hamilton City Council is watching the summer weather and ready to introduce water conservation measures into our neighbourhoods.
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We had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your … View moreWe had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your little Kiwis active by enrolling them in McDonald's Junior Football. You might just have the next All White or Football Fern kicking around your backyard.
Prime Minister John Key has announced he will stand down as leader.
He said the National Party would meet next Monday to select a replacement as leader, after which he would tender his resignation to the Governor-General.
John Key had a great run. Who do you think could take the seat as New … View morePrime Minister John Key has announced he will stand down as leader.
He said the National Party would meet next Monday to select a replacement as leader, after which he would tender his resignation to the Governor-General.
John Key had a great run. Who do you think could take the seat as New Zealand's next PM?
How would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will … View moreHow would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will change your home's value. Find out now using the House Value Calculator.
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