Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2822 days ago

Want something yummy for your lunch box?

SuperValue New Zealand

Try out these delicious high-energy Granola Bars! They're perfect as a snack, popping into lunch boxes or as a quick brekkie on the go. What's even better about this recipe is there is a dairy and gluten-free alternative! Check out the recipe now. See the recipe

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2822 days ago

Last chance to swap your food cans!

Resene

Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View more
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.

Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!

*60-80ml testpot
Learn more

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2823 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
2823 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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2823 days ago

Hamilton Lake's bird poo

Reporter Hamilton Press

So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be… View more
So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be used for a story.

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2827 days ago

Meth addicts swamping drug rehab facilities

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.
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Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.

Have you seen meth's impact in the community? And what do you think should be done about the issue?

We're also on the lookout for meaningful stories in this area so please email news@waikatotimes.co.nz if you have a story to tell.

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2824 days ago

Our New Museum Exhibition

Bette Blance from Morrinsville Museum

This exhibition is one not to miss. Photographs taken in the last week of April 1993, in everyday situations in Morrinsville of a lot of people going about their normal daily activities, form the basis of this exhibition. It will be opening to the public on May 2nd. Make a note of the date in … View moreThis exhibition is one not to miss. Photographs taken in the last week of April 1993, in everyday situations in Morrinsville of a lot of people going about their normal daily activities, form the basis of this exhibition. It will be opening to the public on May 2nd. Make a note of the date in your diary.

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2824 days ago

Fancy a change?

New Generation Stylist from Silver Scissors Hair Salon

Fancy a change no matter how subtle or dramatic we CAN help!!

2824 days ago

Rocked by earthquake in 2011, in the Rockabilly Festival in 2017.

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton's Monique McLennan has found a way to overcome the devasting impact of the 2011 Christchurch Earthquake. We're keen to hear from other neighbours who fled the south to start a new life in the Waikato. Share your stories with us and your neighbours via the Hamilton Press!

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2830 days ago

Easter trading

Graeme from Chartwell

If people concentrated more on family and relationships more than material stuff, the world would be a much better place.
We only have 3 and a half retail free days a year now. Surely we don't need to sacrifice them for the mighty dollar?
Whether you are a Christian or not doesn't … View more
If people concentrated more on family and relationships more than material stuff, the world would be a much better place.
We only have 3 and a half retail free days a year now. Surely we don't need to sacrifice them for the mighty dollar?
Whether you are a Christian or not doesn't matter. You are getting paid to have a day with your family - that's a good thing. Let's preserve it.

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