Hamilton Central, Hamilton

1760 days ago

Which 'summer' are you having?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

It's been a mixed summer so far for New Zealand. Much of the country has seen record breaking temperatures, drought-conditions and scrub fires. But in recent days the West Coast and Southland have experienced heavy rains, flooding, evacuations and closed roads. Our thoughts are with affected.
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It's been a mixed summer so far for New Zealand. Much of the country has seen record breaking temperatures, drought-conditions and scrub fires. But in recent days the West Coast and Southland have experienced heavy rains, flooding, evacuations and closed roads. Our thoughts are with affected.

Our skies have been coloured by smoke blown over from the Australian bushfires, meanwhile Wellingtonians are just stoked if they get to see the sun.

How has your summer been?

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1748 days ago

HUGE PLANT SALE.

Linda from Frankton

Saturday 22nd February at 8am-11am.
Fox Street, Ham East.
Will post some photos of some that are on sale if I can, lol.
I need to make room for the new babies.

1748 days ago

Honestly Maths

NumberWorks'nWords Hamilton Central

You solve one problem and you are faced with the next!

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1748 days ago

Arts in the Park 2020 - February 22nd

Arts for Health Community Trust

Arts in the Park is on this coming Saturday (22nd Feb) at Norris Ward Park, corner Ward Street and Seddon Road from 9am until 2pm. Come along and spend a lazy Saturday - plenty of stalls, food and entertainment. There will be something for everyone and will be held rain or shine! See you there!

Arts in the Park poster 18.02.20.pdf Download View

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1750 days ago

Painter/Paperhanger

Marylou from Melville

We are in need of a painter and paperhanger to finish our bathroom renovations. Can anyone recommend someone who does good work?

Either message me or phone 843 4421. Thank you.

1748 days ago

Clinico Full Denture Set Special

Clinico Denture & Hearing

For a limited time only Clinico Denture & Hearing are offering new full denture sets for only $1499.00! Give us a call on 0800 11 23 24 to book a free consultation and mention this ad to redeem this amazing offer!
Free WINZ quotes available and 18 months interest-free payments with … View more
For a limited time only Clinico Denture & Hearing are offering new full denture sets for only $1499.00! Give us a call on 0800 11 23 24 to book a free consultation and mention this ad to redeem this amazing offer!
Free WINZ quotes available and 18 months interest-free payments with Q-Mastercard. Ts & Cs Apply.
Find out more

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1748 days ago

Help us be there.

NZ Red Cross

Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the… View more
Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the country. We would love to have you on our team.
Sign up today

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1750 days ago

Poll: Should gas heaters be banned?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A leaky gas heater sent six people from Melville to hospital - one in serious condition.

Firefighters were called to the smell of gas and found a leaky heater at the scene.

The poisoning has prompted calls to ban heaters like the one involved - something which has already happened in Canada and … View more
A leaky gas heater sent six people from Melville to hospital - one in serious condition.

Firefighters were called to the smell of gas and found a leaky heater at the scene.

The poisoning has prompted calls to ban heaters like the one involved - something which has already happened in Canada and most of Europe.
Do you think gas heaters should be banned?

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Should gas heaters be banned?
  • 47.9% Yes, they're too dangerous.
    47.9% Complete
  • 52.1% No, people need to learn where and how to use them.
    52.1% Complete
  • 0% Other - explain in the comments.
    0% Complete
94 votes
1749 days ago

Adult Education class on Religious Fundamentalism, Extremism and Terrorism

Todd Nachowitz from EarthDiverse

Interested in the intersection of politics, current events and religion? Our Term 1 class on “Religious Fundamentalism, Extremism and Terrorism", an eight-week course, meets regularly on Fridays 11:00am-1:30pm. The second class of the Term meets on Friday 21 Feb 2020. It's never too … View moreInterested in the intersection of politics, current events and religion? Our Term 1 class on “Religious Fundamentalism, Extremism and Terrorism", an eight-week course, meets regularly on Fridays 11:00am-1:30pm. The second class of the Term meets on Friday 21 Feb 2020. It's never too late to join an existing class! For more information visit our website at <www.earthdiverse.org.nz/classes/religious-diversity/>.

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1749 days ago

Urdu language classes meet Tuesdays 4:00pm

Todd Nachowitz from EarthDiverse

It's not too late to join our Tuesday afternoon Urdu language classes, which meet weekly from 4:00-5:30pm for eight sessions during the school Term. Come and join us for a free class to see if you're interested! We meet at Artmakers Trust, Norris Ward Park Arts Centre, 2 Seddon Road, … View moreIt's not too late to join our Tuesday afternoon Urdu language classes, which meet weekly from 4:00-5:30pm for eight sessions during the school Term. Come and join us for a free class to see if you're interested! We meet at Artmakers Trust, Norris Ward Park Arts Centre, 2 Seddon Road, Hamilton, located on the corner of Ward Street and Seddon Road. There's plenty of free parking available in the carpark just outside the classroom. Bikes are also welcomed!

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1752 days ago

$16K increase takes Hamilton City Council boss' pay to $469K

Rudi from Hamilton Lake

(Hamilton Residents and Ratepayers Association Media Release)

September 30, 2019: Council undertook a review of the Chief Executive. This review concluded that NO pay increase should be awarded to the Chief Executive. (​Source​: HCC Governance)
February 12, 2020: Council approved a $16,000 … View more
(Hamilton Residents and Ratepayers Association Media Release)

September 30, 2019: Council undertook a review of the Chief Executive. This review concluded that NO pay increase should be awarded to the Chief Executive. (​Source​: HCC Governance)
February 12, 2020: Council approved a $16,000 salary increase for the Chief Executive quoting - "Richard is a highly competent chief executive and is performing at a very high-level on behalf of the city". The increase is Backdated to 1 July 2019. (Source​: Stuff Feb 12 2020)
This $16,000 increase takes the Hamilton City Council Council Chief Executive salary to $469,000 compared with the New Zealand Prime minister's salary of $471,000. Hamilton City has a population of around 170,000 compared while the NZ population is almost 5 million. At current exchange rates the Hamilton CEO salary is more than that of the Prime minister of Canada , who is in charge of over 37m people .
Have Council Elected members considered the impact of this decision have on single pensioners with an annual income of $24,722 (Source: Work and income)​. THEY PAY THE RATES.
In light of the rates rise last year of almost 10%, planned ongoing rates rises almost double that of inflation, and projected debt in the ten year plan of almost three quarters of a Billion dollars, the Residents and Ratepayers Association is seeking community opinion on this decision? ​

Email: hamiltonratepayers@gmail.com

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1749 days ago

Small pots and trays

Cory from Fitzroy

Hi all.

We have started growing a large number of the plants required to restore our gully.
Does anyone have old pots and trays they no longer require.?
Ideally the trays would be about half the size of the one in the photo.
It would be nice to have uniformed pots (same size in photo).
In … View more
Hi all.

We have started growing a large number of the plants required to restore our gully.
Does anyone have old pots and trays they no longer require.?
Ideally the trays would be about half the size of the one in the photo.
It would be nice to have uniformed pots (same size in photo).
In Fitzroy area please.
Happy to pick up and pay a small fee.
Cheers Cory.
02040098979

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1749 days ago

A beautiful day in Casabella Lane

Casabella Lane

Enjoy lunch in the beautiful Casabella Lane. With a range of eateries including; Snack Baby, Noodle Bar, Vietnamese Kitchen, Basil Thai, Kino Sushi, St Lazarre Cafe, Epiphany Cafe and the recently opened Profoundly Tea Shop you will want to try them all!

1749 days ago

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Hamilton Harcourts

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