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There’s been an increase in funding for new books to the Thames LIbrary by moving $41,681 from Thames Community Board’s local Parks Renewal Budget to the library books budget.
The decision, at yesterday’s Community Board meeting, increases Thames Library’s budget to purchase new books to a … View moreThere’s been an increase in funding for new books to the Thames LIbrary by moving $41,681 from Thames Community Board’s local Parks Renewal Budget to the library books budget.
The decision, at yesterday’s Community Board meeting, increases Thames Library’s budget to purchase new books to a total of $50,000.
Good sense reigns in Thames. Unbelievable they only budgeted approx 9000 originally. Well done all those who had a say to make this change happen.
Hello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View moreHello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.
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:
Thames Branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists
invites you to the July meeting
Your Family History… do you know how to research into the past?
Have you had your DNA tested?
Curious about how to use the results?
Michelle Patient
Specialist in unravelling DNA results is our guest speaker
… View moreThames Branch, New Zealand Society of Genealogists
invites you to the July meeting
Your Family History… do you know how to research into the past?
Have you had your DNA tested?
Curious about how to use the results?
Michelle Patient
Specialist in unravelling DNA results is our guest speaker
Wednesday 15th July at 10am
The Church Lounge, St James Union Parish,
Cnr Pollen & Pahau Street, Thames.
$5.00 entry
Take this excellent opportunity to learn how your DNA test results can help you find out more about your ancestors and their families.
This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.
View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.
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Hey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.
Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their… View moreHey neighbours, have you had a DIY disaster you need to fix or are you keen to tackle some home improvements but don't know where to start? Well, help is at hand.
Send us your questions about your DIY or decorating dilemmas, including photos if you can, and we'll ask an expert for their advice on where to start with your project, any tips and tricks they can share to help you get a great finish - or how you can fix things up if they've already gone wrong! Click here to submit your questions, or email us at homed@stuff.co.nz.
Need a break? Live more with less energy. Explore our NZ paradise, and enjoy a low-carbon holiday.
Hi neighbours!
Do you know of a story around your neighbourhood that hasn't hit the front-page yet? Is there someone in your suburb who really embodies the Neighbourly spirit and deserves for their story to be told? Maybe it’s a local hero who's remained humble. Even if it's … View moreHi neighbours!
Do you know of a story around your neighbourhood that hasn't hit the front-page yet? Is there someone in your suburb who really embodies the Neighbourly spirit and deserves for their story to be told? Maybe it’s a local hero who's remained humble. Even if it's anything that you think the nation needs to know, comment on our post below!
Most of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?
Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of … View moreMost of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?
Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of the least eco-friendly grocery store items to steer clear of next time you're loading up your trolley, with minimal disruption to your routine.
Keen to support your community and whānau?
Enjoy diverse and challenging work?
Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?
It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New … View moreKeen to support your community and whānau?
Enjoy diverse and challenging work?
Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?
It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New Zealand and New Zealanders.
The GovTechTalent graduate programme in Wellington gives you the opportunity to change things for the better, while also shaping your own career path so don’t get left behind - apply for GovTechTalent today!
Waikato Regional Council has secured $5.535 million in Government funding for quick-start restoration projects, including $2.825 million towards creating a green corridor along the lower Piako River from the Kopuatai wetland to the Hauraki Gulf. This project is expected to create 47 new jobs. … View moreWaikato Regional Council has secured $5.535 million in Government funding for quick-start restoration projects, including $2.825 million towards creating a green corridor along the lower Piako River from the Kopuatai wetland to the Hauraki Gulf. This project is expected to create 47 new jobs. Read more at - teggtalk.wordpress.com...
Experience Eye on Nature through the artistic talents and views of our South Auckland tamariki these July School Holidays at Auckland Botanic Gardens.
After being postponed in March, Eye on Nature's Creative Art Competition will be on display in a dedicated exhibition at the Auckland … View moreExperience Eye on Nature through the artistic talents and views of our South Auckland tamariki these July School Holidays at Auckland Botanic Gardens.
After being postponed in March, Eye on Nature's Creative Art Competition will be on display in a dedicated exhibition at the Auckland Botanic Gardens’ Gallery space in the heart of Manurewa from Saturday 4 July to Friday 24 July.
The Eye on Nature Creative Art competition offers a platform for students at kindergarten and primary school level, in South Auckland, to respond to Eye on Nature’s annual, environmental theme.
2020’s theme is; ‘Adaptations in NZ - Thrive to Survive’, ‘Urutaunga ki Aotearoa -
Tipu Matomato hei orapito’.
Learn more about our Eye on Nature Creative Art Exhibition Here: www.beautifulmanukau.nz...
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If your sports, music, hobby or community club facilities look a little worse for wear, Resene have fresh colour and paint to bring them back to their very best!
Resene have 3 prizes of $1500 of Resene quality paints, primers/sealers, wood stains and accessories to give away.
In addition, … View moreIf your sports, music, hobby or community club facilities look a little worse for wear, Resene have fresh colour and paint to bring them back to their very best!
Resene have 3 prizes of $1500 of Resene quality paints, primers/sealers, wood stains and accessories to give away.
In addition, each winning club will receive a $500 Prezzy card, that you can use to keep your volunteer painters nourished and happy while they are doing the painting! PLUS we have some extra spot prize vouchers too! Simply nominate your club and tell us why they deserve to win! Entries close 31 August 2020!
You are welcome to nominate more than one club.
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