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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?
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.
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 moreThe 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).
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 moreWhether 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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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 moreTokoroa’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).
Congrats to our winners of this week's $100 petrol voucher prize:
Esmaylia Thomas from New Plymouth
Jordan Savelio from Lower Hutt
Keith Edson from Taupo
… View moreCongrats to our winners of this week's $100 petrol voucher prize:
Esmaylia Thomas from New Plymouth
Jordan Savelio from Lower Hutt
Keith Edson from Taupo
Mary-Joy Williams from Dunedin
Winners, get in touch here before 1st of April to claim your prize.
Not a winner this week? Check back next week.
Join our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops. Here’s what you can expect:
Community: Collaborate with fellow art enthusiasts, forging new friendships and connections.
Art Equipment: Access basic art equipment.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy … View moreJoin our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops. Here’s what you can expect:
Community: Collaborate with fellow art enthusiasts, forging new friendships and connections.
Art Equipment: Access basic art equipment.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy personalised attention in our intimate group setting.
Snacks: A complimentary light snack to fuel your creative journey.
Convenient Parking: Free parking right outside the studio.
Starts Friday 14th February - 11th April
9.30am - 11.30am, 9x weeks - $90
or pay $15 dollars each time.
Brighten our day, and show us a glimpse into your world, neighbours.
We'd love to see some of the photos you've taken lately or any craft/DIY projects you're working on.
Simply add a photo below 📷🌅 🌻
Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the May issue.
We'll have images from our photographer coming later.
Have you been watching the balloons this week?
Fresh images show a Victoria on the River feel is planned for the street outside the new Pullman Hotel in the central city.
It’s part of a big shake-up for one of the CBD’s busiest streets, which is a short walk from the Victoria on the River precinct overlooking the Waikato River.
Do you… View moreFresh images show a Victoria on the River feel is planned for the street outside the new Pullman Hotel in the central city.
It’s part of a big shake-up for one of the CBD’s busiest streets, which is a short walk from the Victoria on the River precinct overlooking the Waikato River.
Do you like this look? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Confusion around central city parking is making it “too hard” for some, “so we don’t come in,” a CBD leader’s been told.
Complaints include a pricing structure that’s hard to get your head around, and that payment kiosks are hard to find and require too many buttons pushes, … View moreConfusion around central city parking is making it “too hard” for some, “so we don’t come in,” a CBD leader’s been told.
Complaints include a pricing structure that’s hard to get your head around, and that payment kiosks are hard to find and require too many buttons pushes, councillors heard.
How do you find the CBD's parking system? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are … View morePolice are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are present.
Children move around quickly, and often won’t be seen as you are reversing down your driveway.
Always check your driveway before driving in or out, and make sure you know the whereabouts of any children.
Please use your reversing camera if your vehicle has one installed.
Alternatively, ensure all children not in the vehicle with you are accounted for.
If another adult is at the property, make them responsible for ensuring children are well clear of any moving vehicles.
If there are no other adults present, have a ‘safe spot’ for children to stand and wait for the vehicle to stop moving.
This should be somewhere in view of the driver.
Check your blind spots often, and if you can no longer see a child, stop your vehicle and move them somewhere safe before you continue driving.
If your driveway is close to the children’s play area, consider a fence or gates to separate the play area from the driveway.
You should also take the time to speak to your children about the dangers of moving vehicles and remind them that just because they can see the driver, doesn’t mean the driver can always see them.
Taking those extra few seconds to make sure our tamariki are in a safe space when you drive in and out of your driveway can help prevent so much heartache and trauma.
Remember they don’t understand the potential consequences.
With home ownership slipping further out of reach for many, Bridge Housing Trust has stepped up as a de facto Bank of Mum and Dad.
The housing charity is in its early years but delivered 40 affordable homes last year and wants to double that in 2025.
The trust, chaired by Perry, is donating … View moreWith home ownership slipping further out of reach for many, Bridge Housing Trust has stepped up as a de facto Bank of Mum and Dad.
The housing charity is in its early years but delivered 40 affordable homes last year and wants to double that in 2025.
The trust, chaired by Perry, is donating the 1800m² land, valued at $4 million, and investing another $16m to build a complex of 42 affordable apartments, Hinemoa, in Hamilton’s CBD.
What do you think about helping people into homes this way? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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