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1868 days ago

Waste Minimisation Fund open!

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Do you have an innovative idea for reducing waste❓ Our Waste Minimisation Fund is open to help get your ideas off the ground.

For more information and to apply, check out ⤵️

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1869 days ago

Poll: Have you voted yet?

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning neighbours,

Here we put the spotlight on Bob Simcock's legacy in public roles in Hamilton and the costs of decisions he played a key role in.

The story shows what's at stake as voting closes this week in local government elections.

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Have you voted yet?
  • 81.9% Yes
    81.9% Complete
  • 8% No, but I intend to
    8% Complete
  • 10.1% No, I don't intend to
    10.1% Complete
138 votes
1868 days ago

Fun geocaching activity for family and friends

The Team from Ministry of Education

Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View more
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250

1868 days ago

Confidence

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

This is what we do every day! Confidence is the key to success.

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1869 days ago

Poll: Should Hamilton become a super city?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

That's one of the questions put to five of Hamilton's mayoral hopefuls during a Tuesday night debate.

Click here to read about and watch what they said.

What do you think? Should Hamilton City Council amalgamate with its neighbouring councils?

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Should Hamilton become a super city?
  • 24.5% Yes, we have too many councils in the Waikato.
    24.5% Complete
  • 72.3% No, we need people who know our local issues.
    72.3% Complete
  • 3.2% It wouldn't make any difference to me.
    3.2% Complete
  • 0% Other - explain in the comments.
    0% Complete
94 votes
1869 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.
Read it now

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1872 days ago

Lawn Mowing

Nigel from Hamilton East

I have Years of experience. Clippings removed and edges done. One offs or regular basis. FREE QUOTE and reference if wanted. Ph/Tx Nigel 0273343280

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1869 days ago

Tank

Julie from Hamilton East

Fish Tank as is left by previous tenants,

Too heavy for me to move or use, so just want it gone

Very Solid, Durable Build.

Complete with a "Do not Tap the Glass Plaque"


Make an Offer, Buyer Must Pick Up

Negotiable

1871 days ago

City debt to almost double

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Good afternoon neighbours,

Hamilton's biggest ever capital programme will cause city debt to almost double over the next decade.

And that's a good thing, say city bosses.

What's your opinion on the investment?

It includes opening up Peacocke south of the city and a new bridge … View more
Good afternoon neighbours,

Hamilton's biggest ever capital programme will cause city debt to almost double over the next decade.

And that's a good thing, say city bosses.

What's your opinion on the investment?

It includes opening up Peacocke south of the city and a new bridge over the river near Hamilton Gardens.

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1870 days ago

What do you think about a bank shifting its HQ to Hamilton?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Major rural bank Rabobank has announced a move from Wellington to Hamilton.

"We are a 100 per cent food and agri-focused bank and we think being in a really fast-growing region like the Waikato will serve us well," chief executive Todd Charteris said.

What do you think about the move? … View more
Major rural bank Rabobank has announced a move from Wellington to Hamilton.

"We are a 100 per cent food and agri-focused bank and we think being in a really fast-growing region like the Waikato will serve us well," chief executive Todd Charteris said.

What do you think about the move? Would you like to see other businesses shift their main offices to Hamilton?

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1870 days ago

Testimonial Tuesday

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

We love the feedback we get from our parents.

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1871 days ago

Ever thought of taking a night school class?

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.

Enrol now for term four, starts 22nd October 2019. You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!

Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Enrol Now!

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1873 days ago

Roachs for Roses/Fruit trees and more

Dianne from Hamilton East

Remember: Roach's, who have been a rose growing nursery for over nearly 90 years here in Hamilton, are at the WAIKATO HOME @ GARDEN SHOW. For fruit trees, roses, advice and other wonderful plants, go take a look, you wont be disappointed.

1871 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 35.3% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    35.3% Complete
  • 25.9% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    25.9% Complete
  • 38.8% No - it's not the parents' choice
    38.8% Complete
1509 votes
1875 days ago

What do you want to see on Hamilton's big grey wall?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It's big, grey, and you probably go past it all the time.

Now, the Te Koopuu Mania o Kirikiriroa wall (sometimes called the Wintec Wall) is getting a makeover.

What kind of mural would you like to see on the wall?

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