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95 days ago

Poll: Will you get a MyGardens pass?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Although Hamiltonians can still enter their beloved Gardens for free, the technologically inept of us may feel daunted by the idea of signing up for the entry pass.

Fortunately, the whole process is designed to allow for absolute ease and convenience, says Hamilton City Council’s director of … View more
Although Hamiltonians can still enter their beloved Gardens for free, the technologically inept of us may feel daunted by the idea of signing up for the entry pass.

Fortunately, the whole process is designed to allow for absolute ease and convenience, says Hamilton City Council’s director of Hamilton Gardens Lucy Ryan.

Will you be getting one? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you get a MyGardens pass?
  • 67.9% Yes
    67.9% Complete
  • 18.5% Maybe
    18.5% Complete
  • 13.6% No
    13.6% Complete
81 votes
88 days ago

Poll: Do you pay extra for contactless payment?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Surcharges might be the top reason customers avoid payWave, but businesses say skyrocketing costs are pushing them to pass on the charge.

Hamilton shop Variety World didn’t have www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|a surcharge| during the first three months after opening, but soon realised they were … View more
Surcharges might be the top reason customers avoid payWave, but businesses say skyrocketing costs are pushing them to pass on the charge.

Hamilton shop Variety World didn’t have www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|a surcharge| during the first three months after opening, but soon realised they were losing money on some products due to the transaction charge due to their banks.

Do you pay extra for contactless payment? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you pay extra for contactless payment?
  • 15% Yes
    15% Complete
  • 36.7% Sometimes
    36.7% Complete
  • 48.3% No
    48.3% Complete
60 votes
86 days ago

Latest scam - nationwide

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 … View more
Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 hours, or a warrant will be issued for their arrest. This email is a scam and anyone who receives it should not reply under any circumstances.

Although some versions of the email do not specifically reference money, other similar scams involve the recipient being issued a ‘fine’ when they respond.

While the nature and specific details of scams often varies, it’s important to note that Police and other government agencies will never contact you out of the blue and ask for your password, credit card or bank details.

Police have received several reports of this scam and enquires are underway.

Anyone who received this email can either forward the spam email to the Department of Internal Affairs directly at complaint@spam.govt.nz or use their online reporting portal: www.reportspam.co.nz...

Police recommend taking a cautious approach to unsolicited emails. Trust your gut instinct - if it doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.

Information on other scams currently operating can be found on the Consumer Protection NZ website: www.consumerprotection.govt.nz...

Consumer Protection NZ, along with Netsafe, also provides helpful advice about keeping safe online.

Anyone who has received this email can report it to police online via www.police.govt.nz.... Please reference file number 240830/5842.

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86 days ago

Colour my day - wardrobe makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Splashes of Resene colour and pattern in unexpected places add personality and a little whimsy to our homes.

Start with this super easy wardrobe door project.

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87 days ago

Poll: Have you had to take opioids for pain?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

After waiting 44 months for a hip replacement, withdrawal from the drugs he was on for the pain felt like “madness” for Sean Steele.

The Hamilton man’s had his share of addictions but is so anxious to avoid a repeat of that experience he’s not using pain medication while waiting for his … View more
After waiting 44 months for a hip replacement, withdrawal from the drugs he was on for the pain felt like “madness” for Sean Steele.

The Hamilton man’s had his share of addictions but is so anxious to avoid a repeat of that experience he’s not using pain medication while waiting for his second hip replacement.

Have you had to take opioids for pain? Tell us about your experience in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you had to take opioids for pain?
  • 21.7% Yes
    21.7% Complete
  • 78.3% No
    78.3% Complete
23 votes
86 days ago
87 days ago

Poll: Do you like these Hamilton East upgrades?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Street upgrades to the Hayes Paddock area are complete, but some locals aren’t convinced they needed to happen.

Meanwhile, regular visitors and walkers are chuffed with the Hamilton East intersection after a $1.2m upgrade funded by the Climate Emergency Response Fund via NZTA.

Do you like … View more
Street upgrades to the Hayes Paddock area are complete, but some locals aren’t convinced they needed to happen.

Meanwhile, regular visitors and walkers are chuffed with the Hamilton East intersection after a $1.2m upgrade funded by the Climate Emergency Response Fund via NZTA.

Do you like these Hamilton East upgrades? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you like these Hamilton East upgrades?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% I'm ambivalent
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
87 days ago

Principal of struggling college resigns

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The principal of embattled Hamilton school Mangakōtukutuku College has resigned after being on leave since the end of term one this year.

In a brief Facebook post on Wednesday, the presiding member of the school’s board, Jacqueline Woodland, said she had accepted Dr Thilo Govender’s … View more
The principal of embattled Hamilton school Mangakōtukutuku College has resigned after being on leave since the end of term one this year.

In a brief Facebook post on Wednesday, the presiding member of the school’s board, Jacqueline Woodland, said she had accepted Dr Thilo Govender’s resignation. “Please join me in wishing her well for the future”.

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88 days ago

Have you heard about the trouble at the Thames Goldmine Experience?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Burgled seven times in 12 months, the volunteers running Thames’ Goldmine Experience have been left heart-broken after the theft of rare and “irreplaceable antiques”.

The Goldmine Experience is one of the Thames’ largest tourism operations and is run by the not-for-profit volunteer-based… View more
Burgled seven times in 12 months, the volunteers running Thames’ Goldmine Experience have been left heart-broken after the theft of rare and “irreplaceable antiques”.

The Goldmine Experience is one of the Thames’ largest tourism operations and is run by the not-for-profit volunteer-based Hauraki Prospectors Association.

What do you think the group should do? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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89 days ago

Frustration as Port Waikato grapples with difficult erosion issue

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A meeting about options for dealing with erosion battering Port Waikato - described by one expert as “the most difficult coastal erosion issue in New Zealand” - has left some frustrated by Waikato District Council.

Speaking about the meeting held on Sunday, one resident - who wished to … View more
A meeting about options for dealing with erosion battering Port Waikato - described by one expert as “the most difficult coastal erosion issue in New Zealand” - has left some frustrated by Waikato District Council.

Speaking about the meeting held on Sunday, one resident - who wished to remain anonymous - told the Waikato Times they left the meeting with “no real solutions”.

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87 days ago

Information needed after suspicious fire

The Team from Waikato Police

Hamilton Police are appealing for information from the public following a house fire on Knighton Road on Saturday 24 August around 2.30pm.

A forensic examination of the scene has since determined the fire was deliberately lit.

Considerable damage was caused to the house during the blaze and… View more
Hamilton Police are appealing for information from the public following a house fire on Knighton Road on Saturday 24 August around 2.30pm.

A forensic examination of the scene has since determined the fire was deliberately lit.

Considerable damage was caused to the house during the blaze and neighbouring occupied properties were also put at risk.

Police would like to speak to anyone who has not already been in touch that saw people or vehicles in the area that were unfamiliar or behaving suspiciously at the time of the arson on Knighton Road.

The investigation team are following strong lines of enquiry and would like to thank members of the public who have provided information to us so far.

Anyone with further information is asked to call 105 or add information by clicking ‘update report’ online: www.police.govt.nz...
Please reference file number: 240824/4991

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

87 days ago

Fraser ACE Term 4 Starting Soon

Fraser ACE from Nawton

Fraser ACE is excited to announce that Term 4 classes will begin on 14th Oct! Enrollments open from 01 September 2024. This term offers a diverse range of courses designed to cater to various interests. Whether you're looking to advance your career, pick up a new hobby, or expand your … View moreFraser ACE is excited to announce that Term 4 classes will begin on 14th Oct! Enrollments open from 01 September 2024. This term offers a diverse range of courses designed to cater to various interests. Whether you're looking to advance your career, pick up a new hobby, or expand your knowledge, Fraser ACE has something for everyone.

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100 days ago

Poll: Do you think Hamilton needs more all-day parking?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton councillors have agreed to an extra 85 all day paid parking spaces in the central city.

The vast majority of the 365 metres of extra space will be in Seddon Rd with just 40 metres in Ward St after a vote by the traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel.

Do you think … View more
Hamilton councillors have agreed to an extra 85 all day paid parking spaces in the central city.

The vast majority of the 365 metres of extra space will be in Seddon Rd with just 40 metres in Ward St after a vote by the traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel.

Do you think Hamilton needs more all-day parking? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think Hamilton needs more all-day parking?
  • 79.7% Yes
    79.7% Complete
  • 9.5% Not sure
    9.5% Complete
  • 10.8% No
    10.8% Complete
74 votes
88 days ago

Poll: Have you been to the market's new Chartwell location?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A food vendor’s turning her back on the Hamilton Night Market after a manager “screamed at” her staff member.

However, the market director says the staffer wouldn’t move a caravan blocking the set-up at the new Chartwell location. “Sometimes you have to yell,” Paul de Jonge said.

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A food vendor’s turning her back on the Hamilton Night Market after a manager “screamed at” her staff member.

However, the market director says the staffer wouldn’t move a caravan blocking the set-up at the new Chartwell location. “Sometimes you have to yell,” Paul de Jonge said.

Have you been to the market at Chartwell? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you been to the market's new Chartwell location?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Not yet
    0% Complete
  • 0% Not planning to
    0% Complete
0 votes
88 days ago

Do you know the history of this building?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Stark Property is putting a shine on a nearly 115-year-old building in Hamilton East but they’re also keeping a cherished festive tradition alive.

Matt Stark purchased 455 Grey St - a prominent heritage building at the corner of Grey and Clyde streets - in 2019 to ensure the entry point to … View more
Stark Property is putting a shine on a nearly 115-year-old building in Hamilton East but they’re also keeping a cherished festive tradition alive.

Matt Stark purchased 455 Grey St - a prominent heritage building at the corner of Grey and Clyde streets - in 2019 to ensure the entry point to Hills Village was “nice and sophisticated”.

Do you know the history of this building? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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