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The cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.
According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery … View moreThe cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.
According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery team lead Stephen Town, there’s still a lot more work to do and a lot more money to be spent to repair the damage caused in late 2022 and early 2023.
I have one last load of wool to sell. The last two went to the lovely angels knitting for Ukraine. This last lot I am selling is in packs. You can buy a little or a lot. It is not priced as it depends on how much you want.
Waikato’s elected leaders want people to vote for them less often.
The region’s mayors and the regional council chairperson are throwing their collective weight behind calls to extend council terms from three to four years.
Do you think council elections should be every four years? Tell … View moreWaikato’s elected leaders want people to vote for them less often.
The region’s mayors and the regional council chairperson are throwing their collective weight behind calls to extend council terms from three to four years.
Do you think council elections should be every four years? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.
“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.
Click read more for the full story.
When Associate Education Minister David Seymour took over the school lunches programme it was out with “woke sushi” and in with meatballs and pasta ‒ but quickly it was then frozen pies, scalding food, or no food at all.
What happened?
Do you know any children receiving these school … View moreWhen Associate Education Minister David Seymour took over the school lunches programme it was out with “woke sushi” and in with meatballs and pasta ‒ but quickly it was then frozen pies, scalding food, or no food at all.
What happened?
Do you know any children receiving these school lunches? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The loss of the last bastion of free CBD parking is unwelcome news to workers, who say they can’t afford a $6 a day fee.
CBD workers who’ve spent the past few years parking for free in the Old Mill Street car park on the corner of Seddon Road and Old Mill Street will soon have to pay to … View moreThe loss of the last bastion of free CBD parking is unwelcome news to workers, who say they can’t afford a $6 a day fee.
CBD workers who’ve spent the past few years parking for free in the Old Mill Street car park on the corner of Seddon Road and Old Mill Street will soon have to pay to leave their vehicles there.
Do you think it's hard to find a park in central Hamilton? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Te Huia rail service has been a hit for weekend day trips to Auckland to the extent that plans are underway to add a Sunday service between Hamilton and the super city.
Despite being set up as a weekday commuter service, Te Huia’s patronage has been on the up, according to the latest public … View moreTe Huia rail service has been a hit for weekend day trips to Auckland to the extent that plans are underway to add a Sunday service between Hamilton and the super city.
Despite being set up as a weekday commuter service, Te Huia’s patronage has been on the up, according to the latest public transport stats for the Waikato region.
Would you take a Sunday trip on the train? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Join our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops. Here’s what you can expect:
Community: Collaborate with fellow art enthusiasts, forging new friendships and connections.
Art Equipment: Access basic art equipment.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy personalised … View moreJoin our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops. Here’s what you can expect:
Community: Collaborate with fellow art enthusiasts, forging new friendships and connections.
Art Equipment: Access basic art equipment.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy personalised attention in our intimate group setting.
Snacks: A complimentary light snack to fuel your creative journey.
Convenient Parking: Free parking right outside the studio.
Starts Friday 14th February - 11th April
9.30am - 11.30am, 9x weeks - $90
or pay $15 dollars each time.
Hamilton’s at risk of a shock from jittery global markets just as home building consents and other income streams are already down.
The grim picture was painted in a report to the city council’s strategic risk and assurance committee for March.
After ten years of depression, my life had hit rock bottom
I remember being ‘different’ around food for most of my life. This included things such as being the person who had two cream buns at morning tea when everyone else had one; eating icing sugar by the spoonful directly from the … View moreAfter ten years of depression, my life had hit rock bottom
I remember being ‘different’ around food for most of my life. This included things such as being the person who had two cream buns at morning tea when everyone else had one; eating icing sugar by the spoonful directly from the packet; and being the family member who went into the kitchen after dinner to eat the leftovers. There are numerous other examples – too many to list. I could overeat anything. If I couldn’t get my preferred favourites (e.g. chocolate), I’d be eating the vegetables.
The farming industry is keeping a close eye on the weather forecast, and with no rain on the horizon, a drought declaration may be on the cards.
The dry conditions impacting the North Island led MPI to declare a drought in Taranaki last week.
Do you think it's time to declare drought in … View moreThe farming industry is keeping a close eye on the weather forecast, and with no rain on the horizon, a drought declaration may be on the cards.
The dry conditions impacting the North Island led MPI to declare a drought in Taranaki last week.
Do you think it's time to declare drought in Waikato? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Tokoroa is set to get 187 new homes - including as many as 31 “affordable” $550,000 properties - after resource consent has been granted for the Strathmore Park development.
South Waikato District Council also said the development would provide “significant employment opportunities” at a… View moreTokoroa is set to get 187 new homes - including as many as 31 “affordable” $550,000 properties - after resource consent has been granted for the Strathmore Park development.
South Waikato District Council also said the development would provide “significant employment opportunities” at a time when Tokoroa has been left reeling with the loss of up to 230 jobs at the Kinleith Mill.
Lower speed limits may stick around on two well-used Hamilton routes, despite a Government-ordered reversal.
The rule change requires councils to reverse speed reductions made since 2019 - but Hamilton City Council staff propose keeping the lower limits on a piece of Cobham Dr, heading from the … View moreLower speed limits may stick around on two well-used Hamilton routes, despite a Government-ordered reversal.
The rule change requires councils to reverse speed reductions made since 2019 - but Hamilton City Council staff propose keeping the lower limits on a piece of Cobham Dr, heading from the CBD to Melville, and on Ruakura road.
What do you reckon? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Rates debt is on the rise all across the Waikato region with every council contacted by the Waikato Times reporting an increase in outstanding rates debt and a combined bill topping $50m.
As more people struggle to pay, the South Waikato District Council is looking to employ a specialist rates … View moreRates debt is on the rise all across the Waikato region with every council contacted by the Waikato Times reporting an increase in outstanding rates debt and a combined bill topping $50m.
As more people struggle to pay, the South Waikato District Council is looking to employ a specialist rates debt collector in an effort to recoup more than $3.5m in unpaid rates from cash-strapped locals.
Stepping past the cones at the entrance to Frankton Thunder is like stepping into a whole new world.
Creative expression runs free here, as adults of all ages embrace dressing up and letting their inner steampunk out.
Did you go to Frankton Thunder? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View moreStepping past the cones at the entrance to Frankton Thunder is like stepping into a whole new world.
Creative expression runs free here, as adults of all ages embrace dressing up and letting their inner steampunk out.
Did you go to Frankton Thunder? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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