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305 days ago

Ever had a tree dispute with a neighbour?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It’s a tale as old as time; a tree on a property boundary, and two neighbours who can’t agree about whether to cut it down.

Vicky and Ian Vercoe’s ongoing dispute with their neighbour about her palm trees has come to a head, but there’s really not much they can do about it.

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302 days ago

Your guide to crystals for the month

Michelle from The Crystal Point

February birth month crystals - Amethyst, bloodstone, onyx and moonstone. Are you born in the month of February? Which gemstone resonates for you? Born at the beginning of the month, Aquarius people are said to be intelligent, independent and quirky. Born after the 19th, Pisces are said to be … View moreFebruary birth month crystals - Amethyst, bloodstone, onyx and moonstone. Are you born in the month of February? Which gemstone resonates for you? Born at the beginning of the month, Aquarius people are said to be intelligent, independent and quirky. Born after the 19th, Pisces are said to be kind, compassionate and easy going. But known to also get lost in your daydreams.

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302 days ago

Who managed to get Nightglow tickets?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The sold out sign has gone up for the Balloons over Waikato’s popular Zuru Nightglow event.

The free tickets went live on Ticketek at 9am on Monday and by around 9.20am the 30,000 tickets had all been allocated, the event’s Facebook page stated.

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302 days ago

Did you check out Meatstock?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Barbecue and music festival Meatstock was a resounding success at Mystery Creek, while organisers hope to stage the event in Hamilton again next year.

Waikato Times was on hand to soak up the smoke tinged atmosphere on Sunday, following a sell out crowd on Saturday.

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307 days ago

What do you think about cutting council jobs to cut rates?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton’s council is proposing to further slash staff and contractor numbers in a bid to save $104m over the next decade and keep rate increases down.

Councillors Ewan Wilson and Emma Pike brought a plan to the council table during Tuesday’s budget meeting for the draft 2024-34 Long-Term … View more
Hamilton’s council is proposing to further slash staff and contractor numbers in a bid to save $104m over the next decade and keep rate increases down.

Councillors Ewan Wilson and Emma Pike brought a plan to the council table during Tuesday’s budget meeting for the draft 2024-34 Long-Term Plan.

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305 days ago

It's time to celebrate with us

Michelle from The Crystal Point

This year marks our 4th birthday. Children's Colouring in competition instore. Collect an entry instore or print one of these and bring it in. We have 3 prizes to giveaway. Remember to put your name on the back along with parents name and phone number. Thank you. Drawn Saturday 9th … View moreThis year marks our 4th birthday. Children's Colouring in competition instore. Collect an entry instore or print one of these and bring it in. We have 3 prizes to giveaway. Remember to put your name on the back along with parents name and phone number. Thank you. Drawn Saturday 9th March. There will also be birthday cupcakes :-)

305 days ago

Will you be heading to the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Although the beloved Founders Theatre is coming down this year, the Hamilton arts scene is still kicking, and the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival, which launches today, is here to prove it.

With record ticket sales, multiple sold-out shows, and 30% of ticket sales coming from outside the Waikato … View more
Although the beloved Founders Theatre is coming down this year, the Hamilton arts scene is still kicking, and the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival, which launches today, is here to prove it.

With record ticket sales, multiple sold-out shows, and 30% of ticket sales coming from outside the Waikato region, this year’s festival looks set to give Hamilton a refreshed reputation for vibrant and show-stopping entertainment.

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305 days ago

Barbeque

Debs from Nawton

it is on the curbside - first in first served

just needs a bit of TLC

Free

305 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
Find out more

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306 days ago

Rubik's Roller Disco

Russelle from Nawton

Hamilton Roller Skating Club Disco
Sat 24th February,
7.00 to 9.00pm
Melville Park
$5.00 Entry includes skate hire

Theme Rubik's Cube... Dress up in your favourite Rubik's Cube Colour from head to toe and roll along for an evening of fun.
Suitable for all ages.
snacks and … View more
Hamilton Roller Skating Club Disco
Sat 24th February,
7.00 to 9.00pm
Melville Park
$5.00 Entry includes skate hire

Theme Rubik's Cube... Dress up in your favourite Rubik's Cube Colour from head to toe and roll along for an evening of fun.
Suitable for all ages.
snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Fundraiser for our Artistic Roller Skating Nationals Team.
You may have read about our recent fire, some damage aand equipment lost but we are up and running.

Check out our Facebook page for more info

306 days ago

What else would you like to see at the inland port?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Global freight giant Maersk has chosen Hamilton to make its biggest infrastructure investment in New Zealand.

Gigantic fridge-like rooms at the Ruakura Superhub have 30,000 pallet spaces and temperatures sink to a super-chilled -18 degrees.

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306 days ago

2006 BMW 323i full seat set

Anthony from Flagstaff

Black, very good condition

Price: $300

307 days ago

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

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307 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View more
Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.

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