'We are re-litigating it' - Dissent coming at city council plan meet

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It’s involved significant financial fireworks over conflicting opinions but Hamilton City Council’s 2024-34 long term plan (LTP) is now set to narrowly get the nod for adoption on Thursday.

But several senior councillors warn it won’t all be plain sailing for mayor Paula Southgate and her supporters, even if they have the numbers for their approach.

Have you heard the news about this Flagstaff project?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Plans for a controversial social housing development in Flagstaff have been put on ice as the country’s biggest landlord reviews a series of planned housing projects in Hamilton.

The 60-home Kāinga Ora housing complex on 1.9 hectares of vacant Crown-owned land in Endeavour Avenue, next to the Flagstaff shops, was originally set to be 70 two and three-storey homes but was scaled back after feedback from the community.

Poll: Should Tīrau get a Burger King and Starbucks?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The South Waikato town of Tīrau could be in line for a corporate fast food takeover if consent is given for the building of a Starbucks and Burger King on the main drag though town.

But, some locals don’t think the corporate giants are the right fit for the town known for its boutique cafes, antique shops and corrugated iron inspired art works and facades.

What do you think? Would you want to see these fast food outlets on State Highway 1 in Tīrau? (Please add NFP if you do not want your comments to be used in print.)

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