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1933 days ago

Waikato DHB payroll glitch - Were you affected?

Reporter Cambridge Edition

Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you … View more
Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you affected? Have you had previous experiences with payroll glitches? Share below!
Read more

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1933 days ago

Poll: What do you want to see at Lake Te Kō Utu?

Reporter Cambridge Edition

Hi neighbours - events, fountains and light shows are a few suggestions for the future of Lake Te Kō Utu in Cambridge.

Waipā District Council reserves planner Kristina Barnes says she wants to focus on the reserve's significance to mana whenua, and how their stories could be told going … View more
Hi neighbours - events, fountains and light shows are a few suggestions for the future of Lake Te Kō Utu in Cambridge.

Waipā District Council reserves planner Kristina Barnes says she wants to focus on the reserve's significance to mana whenua, and how their stories could be told going forward.

What do you want to see at Lake Te Kō Utu? How can stories of mana whenua be told through this? Share your ideas in comments!
Read more here

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What do you want to see at Lake Te Kō Utu?
  • 33.3% Fountains
    33.3% Complete
  • 33.3% Events
    33.3% Complete
  • 8.3% Light shows
    8.3% Complete
  • 25% Community gatherings/meetings
    25% Complete
12 votes
1933 days ago

Ideas for creative teens

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project … View more
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1934 days ago

Designer Home-Priced Right

Peter Hulsdouw from

Built in 2000, this Kaipaki Road retreat is priced to sell and is a must view. Situated down a quiet right of way, this property offers a peaceful, private setting with views across the valley towards St Peters School. Offering 3 double bedrooms, large living areas, beautiful outdoor living space, … View moreBuilt in 2000, this Kaipaki Road retreat is priced to sell and is a must view. Situated down a quiet right of way, this property offers a peaceful, private setting with views across the valley towards St Peters School. Offering 3 double bedrooms, large living areas, beautiful outdoor living space, gardens and lawn.

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1934 days ago

Spa pool 6 seater for sale

Michelle from Karapiro - Maungatautari

We are down sizing so selling our old but faithful spa. Spa works fine but covered lifting frame in need of repair/replacement. Purchaser to collect. Hinuera area. Price negotiable. Please call Michelle 0277225599

Price: $500

1934 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
1935 days ago

Adding value: how to gain a positive ROI on your property

Peter Hulsdouw from

When selling your home, it’s easy to get lost in the myriad possibilities that could increase the value of your property. To help you hammer through your DIY options (and prevent your home from becoming the next Block NZ site), we’ve put together a handy guide to help you focus your attention … View moreWhen selling your home, it’s easy to get lost in the myriad possibilities that could increase the value of your property. To help you hammer through your DIY options (and prevent your home from becoming the next Block NZ site), we’ve put together a handy guide to help you focus your attention on only the upgrades that will add value to your home.

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1935 days ago

Poll: Would you rather trees or more car parks?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hey neighbours,
Parking spaces may be removed on Victoria St, Cambridge, to help protect tree roots.
At the moment people are parking all over the roots of the trees, so the community board is looking at ways to protect them.
READ MORE here.
So what you prefer to do, protect the trees or have more … View more
Hey neighbours,
Parking spaces may be removed on Victoria St, Cambridge, to help protect tree roots.
At the moment people are parking all over the roots of the trees, so the community board is looking at ways to protect them.
READ MORE here.
So what you prefer to do, protect the trees or have more car parks?

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Would you rather trees or more car parks?
  • 0% More car parks for sure
    0% Complete
  • 33.3% Doing away with a few parks to save trees
    33.3% Complete
  • 66.7% A solution that allows for both
    66.7% Complete
18 votes
1935 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
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1936 days ago

Potted Succulents

Jo from Te Awamutu

Potted succulents $8 each or 2 for $15

Pickup is Te Awamutu township

Price: $8

1937 days ago

Sorting out Stains: How to remove those pesky marks

Peter Hulsdouw from

You’ve tried and tried again to remind people to be careful on your new carpet, but the inevitable happened, and now you’re left with cleaning up the mess...
Stains, they happen to the best of us. In our latest blog we look at what to do before you reach for the bottle of cleaner:

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