Te Kowhai, Hamilton

2788 days ago

Get to know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you… View more
This week is NZ Sign Language week. Make it your mission to learn a handful of NZSL words this week - we'll help!

Today's word is COMMUNITY - In an emergency a big part of getting through is banding together with your community.
Get to know your neighbours, find out who can help you and who might need your help.

Find out more about being prepared at www.happens.nz...

#NZSLWeek2018
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2789 days ago

Here's what you need to know about phone scams

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this … View moreIn recent weeks there has been a high number of calls from false caller IDs to kiwi mobile phones. If you've noticed a missed call from a number you don't recognise (particularly international numbers), it is important that you don't call this number back and consider reporting this as a potential scam.

Phone companies are advising customers to reject these calls and if you have friends or family living overseas, it is recommended to have their numbers added as contacts in your mobile phone, so you can identify when they are calling you.

- Check out these tips from Netsafe for how to help protect yourself from scams.
- Read about the different types of scams you could be caught out by including wangiri (one ring) and 'technical support' scams
- Find out how to report a phone scam here.

If you’re not sure if something is legitimate or genuine you can contact Netsafe free advice seven days a week on 0508 NETSAFE or visit netsafe.org.nz

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2789 days ago

Is this New Zealand's best boss?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,

How's this for boosting workplace morale? Christchurch boss Paul Kelly is celebrating 20 years in the business by flying the entire staff to Las Vegas for a week. Has your boss ever showed incredible generosity?
To read more, click here.

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2790 days ago

Mickey Mouse and THAT duck...

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

Hi neighbours,

Just wondered if anyone (like me) has been curious about the stories behind the remarkable duck letterbox on Duck Road and the gorgeous Mickey Mouse on Bedford Road.

Would the owners of these local icons be keen to share their story and a photo for the May issue of Te Kowhai … View more
Hi neighbours,

Just wondered if anyone (like me) has been curious about the stories behind the remarkable duck letterbox on Duck Road and the gorgeous Mickey Mouse on Bedford Road.

Would the owners of these local icons be keen to share their story and a photo for the May issue of Te Kowhai News? Perhaps you know who they are and could tag them or give them a tinkle for me?

I'd be really interested to hear from them.

Amanda, 0220 166 828 or tekowhainews@gmail.com

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2794 days ago

Do you think midwives should be paid more?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,
Did you hear the chant "1,2,3,4, midwives deserve more", ring out across Hamilton? Hundreds of people marched in their purple attire to support midwives around the country. What are your thoughts? Should midwives be paid more? Let us know in the replies! To read more, … View more
Hi neighbours,
Did you hear the chant "1,2,3,4, midwives deserve more", ring out across Hamilton? Hundreds of people marched in their purple attire to support midwives around the country. What are your thoughts? Should midwives be paid more? Let us know in the replies! To read more, click here.

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2792 days ago

Olive pressing

Shane from Whatawhata

Does anyone have or know of an olive pressing service service in our area. Please contact

2792 days ago

Subscribe to Get Growing for the chance to WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.

Our crop of the week in Get Growing is the humble choko ("Don't knock 'em till you try them," says our Waikato queen of sustainability Sheryn Clothier) and we have a special feature on moving trees. Plus try recipes from new vegan cookbook PLANTLAB and be in to WIN some great prizes!

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

For competition T&Cs click here.
Subscribe and you could WIN!

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2792 days ago

Poll: Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Did you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when … View moreDid you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when it's a bit warmer. So what do you think?

Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?
  • 25.2% Yes, more people would take part if it was warmer
    25.2% Complete
  • 6.1% No, it's better as a global effort
    6.1% Complete
  • 68.7% It doesn't matter, there's no way I'm gardening naked
    68.7% Complete
1751 votes
2801 days ago

Beautiful 10 yr old Tabby looking for home

Nikki from Pukete

Can anyone help? We are looking for a caring home for our treasured cat Shiver. She is 10 years old, loving and healthy pet and is great with kids. She loves talking to you and having cuddles. She has slept on my daughters bed for most of her life. She would not suit a home with other animals.… View moreCan anyone help? We are looking for a caring home for our treasured cat Shiver. She is 10 years old, loving and healthy pet and is great with kids. She loves talking to you and having cuddles. She has slept on my daughters bed for most of her life. She would not suit a home with other animals. We would love her to go to someone who would love her and care for her as we have. Please share.

2808 days ago

Has your commute gotten longer?

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours! We're hoping to chat to a commuter who drives into/across Hamilton for work in the mornings. Have you noticed traffic becoming more congested and that your commute is taking longer? How long do you spend in your car in the morning?
If you're happy to talk about this for … View more
Hi neighbours! We're hoping to chat to a commuter who drives into/across Hamilton for work in the mornings. Have you noticed traffic becoming more congested and that your commute is taking longer? How long do you spend in your car in the morning?
If you're happy to talk about this for the paper, please email me at kelley.tantau@stuff.co.nz
Alternatively, share your thoughts in the comments below but please write NFP if you do not want your opinions published. Thanks!

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