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New Zealand’s ultimate hot rod, vintage, rockabilly festival is back for its 5th Year and this will be the 3rd time it has been held at NZ’s historic home of motorsport, the iconic Pukekohe Park Raceway.
● Gates open 9am
● 15th of February 2020
● General admission is $20 per person
… View moreNew Zealand’s ultimate hot rod, vintage, rockabilly festival is back for its 5th Year and this will be the 3rd time it has been held at NZ’s historic home of motorsport, the iconic Pukekohe Park Raceway.
● Gates open 9am
● 15th of February 2020
● General admission is $20 per person
● Children under 15 years free accompanied by an adult
Live music, food, stalls featuring great vintage clothing, rockabilly style and of course those cars. There’s something for everyone and you can just come along and shop, bob and have a squiz. Or you can dress up in your own vintage rock’n’roll look.
There are no pets allowed within show area.
This Saturday 8th February at Thames Museum, Summer Fun with Rosalie Storyteller, face painting, games for all, museum discovery activities for children, Thames Citizens' Band, Thames Croquet Club, Steamy Sisters Steampunk Victorian Games, sausage sizzle and Coco coffee cart. Adults admission … View moreThis Saturday 8th February at Thames Museum, Summer Fun with Rosalie Storyteller, face painting, games for all, museum discovery activities for children, Thames Citizens' Band, Thames Croquet Club, Steamy Sisters Steampunk Victorian Games, sausage sizzle and Coco coffee cart. Adults admission to museum $5, children with an adult FREE.
Hi neighbours, Waiuku College has decided to put the crackdown on cell phones during school hours both inside and outside the classroom.
However, not everyone is happy.
What do you think? Is it a good idea? Is the school going too far? Are there legitimate reasons a student may need a phone … View moreHi neighbours, Waiuku College has decided to put the crackdown on cell phones during school hours both inside and outside the classroom.
However, not everyone is happy.
What do you think? Is it a good idea? Is the school going too far? Are there legitimate reasons a student may need a phone during school hours?
Waikato Regional Council (WRC) is offering a discount for its staff to purchase an electric bike, at no cost to the ratepayer. The scheme will encourage staff to get out of their cars, reduce carbon emissions and be more active and healthier. Climate action in action! Read more at … View moreWaikato Regional Council (WRC) is offering a discount for its staff to purchase an electric bike, at no cost to the ratepayer. The scheme will encourage staff to get out of their cars, reduce carbon emissions and be more active and healthier. Climate action in action! Read more at teggtalk.wordpress.com...
A south Auckland college has joined the growing list of schools to ban cell phones, but a parent say…
Brighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...
By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Resene will gift… View moreBrighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...
By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Resene will gift all food donations to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.
Start gathering up those cans so you can swap and save at your local Resene owned ColorShop.
We’re seeking your views on the Regional Coastal Plan which governs how Waikato Regional Council (WRC) manages coastal hazards, sea level rise and climate change, the effects of activities, and allocation of space for activities undertaken within our coastal areas.
waikatoregion.govt.nz...
The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is your ticket to experience world-class theatre, arts, dance, music and more.
Be there to celebrate the launch of the first studio album by Fly My Pretties, laugh the night away with TV comedians Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore, experience the theatrical … View moreThe Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is your ticket to experience world-class theatre, arts, dance, music and more.
Be there to celebrate the launch of the first studio album by Fly My Pretties, laugh the night away with TV comedians Laura Daniel and Joseph Moore, experience the theatrical excellence of Wild Dogs Under My Skirt fresh from a historic season in New York or be amazed by NZ’s leading contemporary cirque company The Dust Palace, and so much more!
Plus, the Grassroots Festival Hub will be open every night of the festival with food trucks, Good George Bars and free live entertainment on the University of Waikato Stage of Enlightenment.
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.
Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View moreLove is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.
Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more enjoyable for everyone.
Don’t forget to share the love! Let us know how you’re improving your neighbourhood this month by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:
#NSNZlovewhereyoulive
Anyone have a swing set frame they’re looking to get rid of ?
Pics please :)
Looking to buy a good number of pavers locally. Anyone have a stockpile at home they want to get rid of?
SuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with… View moreSuperGold helps 750,000 older New Zealanders stretch their money further.
There’s more than 10,000 places across the country giving SuperGold discounts and special offers on everyday essentials like fuel, food, travel and healthcare.
But how do you find them? SuperGold has that sorted with a brand new website and app - great for the many tech-savvy over 65s.
The app is the fastest and easiest way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. So why not take advantage?
Visit www.supergold.govt.nz to find out more, or download the free SuperGoldNZ app for your smartphone or tablet, from the App Store or Google Play.
Nine Port Waikato beachgoers are lucky to be alive - discovered and saved minutes before off-duty li…
Hi neighbours,
Who's watching the Chiefs v Blues tonight? What's your prediction?
There'll be some passion in the match. As sports reporter Aaron Goile writes in a game preview here. "It might be a new year and they might have a new coach with a fresh approach, but the team … View moreHi neighbours,
Who's watching the Chiefs v Blues tonight? What's your prediction?
There'll be some passion in the match. As sports reporter Aaron Goile writes in a game preview here. "It might be a new year and they might have a new coach with a fresh approach, but the team admit they are still 'gutted' and 'hurt' by the defeat to their local rivals last year which snapped a competition-record unbeaten streak between two sides."
Super Rugby, Rd 1
Blues v Chiefs
Eden Park, Auckland
Friday, 7.05pm
Shaping a child’s future is more than just good fortune – it takes a lot of hard work and guidance along the way. At the #GraemeDingleFoundation, we believe every child should have the opportunity to thrive, belong and be their best.
By supporting the Graeme Dingle Foundation, you are … View moreShaping a child’s future is more than just good fortune – it takes a lot of hard work and guidance along the way. At the #GraemeDingleFoundation, we believe every child should have the opportunity to thrive, belong and be their best.
By supporting the Graeme Dingle Foundation, you are supporting Aotearoa’s tamariki directly.
A 2019 study by Infometrics found that for every dollar invested in the Graeme Dingle Foundation today, a return of $7.80 will be seen in the future economy of Aotearoa.
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