Forest Lake, Hamilton

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Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

33 days ago

Poll: Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Anti-social behaviour by streeties in Hamilton’s CBD is further eroding business confidence, says the chairperson of the city council’s economic development committee.

Councillor Ewan Wilson’s comments come in his report for this Thursday’s meeting.

Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD? … View more
Anti-social behaviour by streeties in Hamilton’s CBD is further eroding business confidence, says the chairperson of the city council’s economic development committee.

Councillor Ewan Wilson’s comments come in his report for this Thursday’s meeting.

Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD? 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 avoid Hamilton's CBD?
  • 59.1% Yes
    59.1% Complete
  • 15.1% No
    15.1% Complete
  • 25.8% Don't really need to go there
    25.8% Complete
93 votes
34 days ago

Would you buy a cabin made from construction waste?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It started off as a rubbish idea - or an idea about what to do with rubbish - and 17 months later, it’s a architecturally-designed transportable studio cabin with, at the time of writing, a more than $5000 bid on auction website TradeMe.

The studio is the brainchild of Nine Thirty Architecture… View more
It started off as a rubbish idea - or an idea about what to do with rubbish - and 17 months later, it’s a architecturally-designed transportable studio cabin with, at the time of writing, a more than $5000 bid on auction website TradeMe.

The studio is the brainchild of Nine Thirty Architecture director John Hayes, who told the Waikato Times the inspiration came in the wake of seeing some neighbouring homes demolished.

Would you buy a cabin made from construction waste? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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34 days ago

Poll: Do you think this block should be overturned?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

State housing provider Kāinga Ora wants a court to overturn planning restrictions that prevent the building of multi-storey state homes in heritage housing areas like Hamilton East.

Currently development in those zones is restricted by Hamilton City Council’s controversial Plan Change 9.

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State housing provider Kāinga Ora wants a court to overturn planning restrictions that prevent the building of multi-storey state homes in heritage housing areas like Hamilton East.

Currently development in those zones is restricted by Hamilton City Council’s controversial Plan Change 9.

Do you think this block should be overturned? 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 this block should be overturned?
  • 34.7% Yes
    34.7% Complete
  • 12.2% Maybe in certain areas
    12.2% Complete
  • 53.1% No
    53.1% Complete
49 votes
40 days ago

Poll: What do you want the speed limit to be here?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Traffic will soon be going 20kph faster through one of Hamilton’s worst crash spots, unless a speed limit reversal is reversed.

The “very dangerous” Cobham Drive intersection with Grey St - near Hamilton Gardens - sits in the middle of … View more
Traffic will soon be going 20kph faster through one of Hamilton’s worst crash spots, unless a speed limit reversal is reversed.

The “very dangerous” Cobham Drive intersection with Grey St - near Hamilton Gardens - sits in the middle of a stretch of road where the 60kph speed limit is due to be reversed to 80kph in July.

What do you want the speed limit to be here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you want the speed limit to be here?
  • 58.3% 60kph
    58.3% Complete
  • 38.3% 80kph
    38.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Something else - explain in the comments
    3.3% Complete
60 votes
32 days ago

Create a Bold and Modern Monochrome Table Setting with Resene Colours

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

You can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with … View moreYou can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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41 days ago

For a bit of fun, neighbours.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have a good think about it, and let us know...

If you could invent one piece of technology to make life easier, what would it be?

Comment below with what you think would be a handy new invention - it may even already exist!

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32 days ago

We need Volunteer Area Coordinators for our SPCA Street Appeal 2025!

The Team from SPCA Hamilton - Centre & Op Shops

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?

We're seeking … View more
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?

We're seeking Volunteer Area Coordinators to help organize collection sites and volunteer collectors in your area for SPCA Fill the Bucket appeal on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May.

SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Appeal is a vital fundraising event that directly supports our mission to protect and care for animals across New Zealand. As an Area Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring its success by assisting our Events Team with volunteer management, overseeing rosters, and coordinating collection sites in your designated area.

This year's Street Appeal takes place on Friday, May 30th and Saturday May 31st. If you're passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on board!

Click the link below to find out more and apply!

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33 days ago

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More Waikato people than ever are being chased for unpaid rates.

And while a tiny locale is leading the charge, Hamilton says sovereign citizens are fueling the problem.

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

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33 days ago

Beach hop transporting the Coromandel back to the future

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Dust off the blue suede shoes, pull out the petticoats and grease back the hair as 25 years of Repco Beach Hop is celebrated over the next five days.

Over 2000 cars will converge on the Coromandel for the festival that transports people back to the 50s and 60s.

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33 days ago

Poll: Do you think these homes should have heritage protection?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will … View more
The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will help build more homes.

Do you think these homes should have heritage protection? 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 these homes should have heritage protection?
  • 21.9% Yes
    21.9% Complete
  • 78.1% No
    78.1% Complete
32 votes
34 days ago

Receive a $15,000* bucket list adventure on us!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating … View more
Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating villages only, terms & conditions apply.

Click read more to find out more.

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34 days ago

Poll: Have hard times led to closures in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Tokoroa’s “social supermarket” has quietly closed its doors after its founder could not afford to keep it running any longer.

Opened in August 2022 by Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer David Letele and his BBM (Buttabean Motivation) health charity, the social … View more
Tokoroa’s “social supermarket” has quietly closed its doors after its founder could not afford to keep it running any longer.

Opened in August 2022 by Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer David Letele and his BBM (Buttabean Motivation) health charity, the social supermarket handed out the last of its supplies not long after Christmas.

Have hard times led to closures in your area? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have hard times led to closures in your area?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 41.7% Not sure
    41.7% Complete
  • 8.3% No
    8.3% Complete
12 votes
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35 days ago

PT Link internet extender with powe supply

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete Ph 07843 8161

Price: $35

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35 days ago

Netcomm internet signal extenders, 200Mbps and ac pass through

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete
PH 07 843 8161

Price: $65

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35 days ago

Netcomm signal extenders 85Mbps Powerline adaptors

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete

Price: $45

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