Chedworth, Hamilton

2043 days ago

Have you noticed 'icebergs' on the Waikato River?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A white foamy discharge has been seen flowing through Hamilton on the Waikato River over the last two days.
It's entering the river through a stormwater pipe located at the northern end of the St Andrews golf course and had formed a three kilometre trail along the river's western bank.
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A white foamy discharge has been seen flowing through Hamilton on the Waikato River over the last two days.
It's entering the river through a stormwater pipe located at the northern end of the St Andrews golf course and had formed a three kilometre trail along the river's western bank.
One nearby resident said this is the worst he's ever seen the foam.
Local councils are taking samples, asking around the area, and looking at the stormwater network - but so far it's an unidentified substance.
Read more here.

2051 days ago

Win tickets to the Great NZ Food Show

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi everyone,

We have four tickets to the Great NZ Food Show at Claudelands on May 4-5 to give away.

Just comment below and tell us why you deserve to go along free of charge and you'll be in the running. The editor will choose the winning response.

Read more about this year's event … View more
Hi everyone,

We have four tickets to the Great NZ Food Show at Claudelands on May 4-5 to give away.

Just comment below and tell us why you deserve to go along free of charge and you'll be in the running. The editor will choose the winning response.

Read more about this year's event here

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2043 days ago

Foam in Waikato River prompts warning

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Waikato Regional Council staff are investigating a foamy substance discharging from Hamilton's stormwater system into the Waikato River.

The regional council is advising people who take water from the river immediately downstream of the site to exercise caution until the substance is … View more
Waikato Regional Council staff are investigating a foamy substance discharging from Hamilton's stormwater system into the Waikato River.

The regional council is advising people who take water from the river immediately downstream of the site to exercise caution until the substance is identified.

The council was first contacted about 11am on Sunday by people who spotted the discharge from a pipe at the northern end of the golf course in St Andrews.

While the discharge appears to be detergent-based, there are a number of samples which have been collected by staff for analysis. Results are expected to be available later on Monday.

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2044 days ago

'Kiss The Sky' in Hamilton

The New Zealand Dance Company

Returning for its second year, The New Zealand Dance Company is excited to bring its 2019 Kiss The Sky programme to the Clarence St Theatre in Hamilton on Tuesday 14th May. Combining the high-octane physicality of Korean choreographer KIM Jae Duk’s ‘Sigan’; the powerhouse choreography of … View moreReturning for its second year, The New Zealand Dance Company is excited to bring its 2019 Kiss The Sky programme to the Clarence St Theatre in Hamilton on Tuesday 14th May. Combining the high-octane physicality of Korean choreographer KIM Jae Duk’s ‘Sigan’; the powerhouse choreography of renowned Stephanie Lake in ‘If Never Was Now’; with the vibrant aesthetic of New Zealand’s Victoria Colombus in her new world premiere work ‘The Fibonacci’, Kiss The Sky is “…exciting, exhausting, exhilarating – and world class” (Otago Daily Times).

Book your tickets now, and join us at an Asian-Pacific constellation of original dance, music and design.
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2045 days ago

Winter is coming: check your number

The Electricity Authority

Winter is the perfect time to check your number, and make sure you’re on the best power deal. With colder days just around the corner, your power usage may increase. Paying less for power is a quick way to squeeze more out of your budget.

Check whatsmynumber.org.nz to see if you can get a … View more
Winter is the perfect time to check your number, and make sure you’re on the best power deal. With colder days just around the corner, your power usage may increase. Paying less for power is a quick way to squeeze more out of your budget.

Check whatsmynumber.org.nz to see if you can get a better deal.
Find out more

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2045 days ago

Safer streets for Hamilton

The Team from Hamilton City Council

More than 20,000 extra people are expected to call Hamilton home in the next 10 years. We want to make sure how we manage speed is right for our busy and growing city.

Tell us if we’ve got it right at myhcc.nz...

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2046 days ago

Bullying big at Waikato DHB, according to staff survey

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Almost 60 per cent of at Waikato DHB staff have witnessed bullying at work in the past year, "mind blowing" figures reveal.
Meanwhile, thirty-two per cent of respondents said they felt bullied by a team member over the same period.
Almost 4000 staffers filled in the survey in late 2018, … View more
Almost 60 per cent of at Waikato DHB staff have witnessed bullying at work in the past year, "mind blowing" figures reveal.
Meanwhile, thirty-two per cent of respondents said they felt bullied by a team member over the same period.
Almost 4000 staffers filled in the survey in late 2018, and board members saw the survey results in a recent meeting.
Speaking later, Dave Macpherson called the figures mind blowing and said whoever ended up running the DHB would have to do something about it.
Outgoing interim chief executive Derek Wright said it was naive to think bullying wasn't going on in a big organisation, but the figure were concerning.
Some instances of bullying would probably have been feedback which wasn't delivered in a constructive way, he said.
Read a former staffer's story here, or more about the staff survey results here.

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2046 days ago

Junior Doctors at Waikato DHB are on strike for five days next week

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Junior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8 am on Monday 29 April to 8 am on Saturday 4 May. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty.

We will be rescheduling many appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and … View more
Junior doctors at Waikato Hospital and other District Health Boards are striking from 8 am on Monday 29 April to 8 am on Saturday 4 May. Services will be affected as there will be fewer staff on duty.

We will be rescheduling many appointments for surgery, treatments and outpatient clinics and giving priority to the emergency, intensive care and maternity.

All patients whose operations or clinical appointments are affected by the strike will be notified by telephone. Not all clinics are being deferred, so if you have not been notified please call the service to confirm. If you are unsure please call 0800 276 216.

Please save the hospital Emergency Department for emergencies.

If your illness or injury is not urgent, you may face long delays. Go to your family doctor or local accident and medical centre. Contact Healthline on 0800 611 611 for advice from a trained professional.

Need mental health support and someone to talk to? Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor.

Should the strike notice be lifted, services will resume.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
www.waikatodhb.health.nz/strike
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2046 days ago

Give your bathroom a bit of brightness

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Is your bathmat looking the worse for wear? Create a colourful new wooden one with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

It’s an easy way to add colour to your bathroom while being practical too.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how… View more
Is your bathmat looking the worse for wear? Create a colourful new wooden one with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

It’s an easy way to add colour to your bathroom while being practical too.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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2047 days ago

WIN for Mother’s Day! Books for you and your mum

HarperCollins Publishers

HarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day … View moreHarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day yet.

CLICK HERE to enter.

T&Cs apply.

CLICK HERE to sign up for updates about new books.
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2047 days ago

Book your service online

Fisher & Paykel

Does your Fisher & Paykel appliance need a service?

Book direct into the technicians schedule, it’s quick and easy online. Then track your qualified technician online for up to the minute information on their arrival time, so you don’t have to sit around waiting.

Your local … View more
Does your Fisher & Paykel appliance need a service?

Book direct into the technicians schedule, it’s quick and easy online. Then track your qualified technician online for up to the minute information on their arrival time, so you don’t have to sit around waiting.

Your local qualified technicians use only genuine Fisher & Paykel parts, and provide a 12-month warranty on all repairs.
Book online now

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2048 days ago

Come along and be a part of it!

Clarence St Theatre

Superstars – The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Friends with arrangements by Wayne Senior. Come and be part of a new compilation concert by the creative team that brought you Broadway Hitmen in 2019. From shows such as CATS, Phantom, Joseph, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon and many more.

With … View more
Superstars – The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Friends with arrangements by Wayne Senior. Come and be part of a new compilation concert by the creative team that brought you Broadway Hitmen in 2019. From shows such as CATS, Phantom, Joseph, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon and many more.

With soloists, live on stage orchestras, choirs and the choirs from Tauwhare and Tamahere Schools. Directed by Kyle Chuen, musical direction by Victoria Trenwith and choreography by Leona Lenore Robinson. Superstars is a concert for the community by the community
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2048 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
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2048 days ago

Wishing everyone a peaceful Anzac Day ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tomorrow we remember those who have made the greatest sacrifice to keep us all safe.

#NSNZsafercommunities

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2048 days ago

Right speeds on the right roads

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Having the right speeds on the right roads is important – but what should those speeds be?

Tell us what you think about our draft speed management plan here: myhcc.nz...

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