Horsham Downs, Hamilton

Voted for NZ's Merriest Home yet?

Voted for NZ's Merriest Home yet?

Check out the finalists and take your pick!

384 days ago

Know what’s happening all year round with The TV Guide

The TV Guide

Snap up a subscription to NZ’s best selling weekly entertainment magazine - the perfect gift for the TV enthusiast in your life. Each week, receive the latest entertainment, competitions, puzzles and an extensive listing guide. You’ll never miss out on the best of TV with a home-delivered … View moreSnap up a subscription to NZ’s best selling weekly entertainment magazine - the perfect gift for the TV enthusiast in your life. Each week, receive the latest entertainment, competitions, puzzles and an extensive listing guide. You’ll never miss out on the best of TV with a home-delivered subscription to The TV Guide.

This Christmas, gift or purchase a 1-year TV Guide subscription for only $99, saving you $67!

The team at The TV Guide
Find out more

Image
385 days ago

Craigs Christmas Giving targets seasonal challenges

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Each year Craigs Investment Partners donates a total of $150,000 through its Christmas Giving initiative to a range of charitable groups across the country.

The investment firm places immense value on supporting the local communities it’s a part of, so community giving is very much in the … View more
Each year Craigs Investment Partners donates a total of $150,000 through its Christmas Giving initiative to a range of charitable groups across the country.

The investment firm places immense value on supporting the local communities it’s a part of, so community giving is very much in the fabric of their business. Founder Neil Craig was instrumental in creating the Christmas Giving programme.

“Our local Craigs branches work with the Community Foundation in their area to determine where our donations will be best put to use. Their community insight is invaluable to ensure our donations will have the biggest impact for our local charities,” says Neil.

Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation, enjoys this annual Christmas quest alongside its investment partners – we love honouring and connecting with hard-working frontline community groups to get useful sums into their hands with minimum fuss and effort.

This year six groups across the Waikato have received grants from Craigs Christmas Giving, a diverse range of charitable organisations that are particularly busy during the holiday season, including the Special Children's Christmas Parties pictures below.

Image
385 days ago
386 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF BLACK FRIDAY GIVEAWAY

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: … View more
What an incredible Black Friday it's been! We received a whopping 460 responses from all you savvy shoppers who shared your best deals for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you strike gold as the lucky winner? Find out right here: www.nzcompare.com...

Didn't score the big win this time? No worries! Follow NZ Compare to stay in the loop about future competitions, deals, and shopping tips! We're here to brighten up your budget. CLICK below to explore more.

Image
386 days ago

Nice Neighbours: Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.

On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.

Yolanda asked Amelie to feed… View more
This week's Nice Neighbours are Matt, Amelie and Jireh Rudich of Papakura. They were nominated by Yolanda Schuller.

On Yolanda's birthday, her husband had a major heart attack. They had an entire day planned, but then life threw a spanner into the works.

Yolanda asked Amelie to feed her cat, Koda, but Amelie's family went over and above. They cooked dinners two nights in a row and sent yummy treats during the tough time.

“I was really touched by their love, prayers and generosity. They are amazing. I couldn’t wish for better neighbours,” said Yolanda.

Nominate a Nice Neighbour you know, and they could be recognized on Stuff (and you both win a prize!).

Image
386 days ago

"When this town is bigger, we’ll be glad to have this Theatre"

The Team from Momentum Waikato

ACLX is the Waikato’s leading event production equipment supplier, so unsurprisingly they have been enthusiastic supporters of the Waikato Regional Theatre since it was first proposed six years ago.

Now they have backed that up with a serious donation to the Theatre project, as part of its … View more
ACLX is the Waikato’s leading event production equipment supplier, so unsurprisingly they have been enthusiastic supporters of the Waikato Regional Theatre since it was first proposed six years ago.

Now they have backed that up with a serious donation to the Theatre project, as part of its ‘Business Collective Support’ programme.

Managing Director Aaron Chesham, who has been designing and rigging lights for local shows and parties since the late-1990s, says there is a clear demand here for a modern performing arts venue.

“The Waikato needs and deserves a purpose-designed space for delivering complex and sophisticated entertainment events, it’s the infrastructure for the highly technical events that we haven’t been able to host in Hamilton for many years, since long before Founders was condemned,” says Aaron.

“We’re talking the flexibility that comes from having the ‘flying systems’ for scenery and staging, the wings, the acoustics, the sightlines, the accessibility, just generally the environment that a true theatre space offers that an arena doesn’t."

Image
386 days ago

With us, your $40 becomes $70

Christmas Box

With Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.

100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.

Donate $40 today and bring hope to the … View more
With Christmas Box, your $40 donation turns into $70 worth of everyday essential food and treats to help those who need it most across Aotearoa this Christmas.

100% of donations go to not only feeding a family but will also provide much-needed hope.

Donate $40 today and bring hope to the table.
Donate Now

Image
387 days ago

Meatstock is back!

Meatstock NZ

If an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.

It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.

Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.

View more
If an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.

It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.

Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.

24-25th February - Mystery Creek,Hamilton.
Book now

Image
387 days ago

Waikato's premier BMW Dealership just in Te Rapa

BMW Coombes

Hello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!

We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and … View more
Hello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!

We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and used BMW and MINI models.

We have a highly attentive team who will do their utmost to be sure you and your vehicle are looked after. So come have a coffee on us and take the latest model for a test drive.
Find out more

Image
388 days ago

A traditional sail, gone since the 1800s, is back in NZ

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

After more than 200 years offshore, the last known traditional Māori sail has come home to Aotearoa.

And a Waikato academic was instrumental in its return.

Image
389 days ago

Poll: Are you confident in the new government coalition?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've finally got news of the government for the next three years. Are you feeling confident that this coalition can improve Aotearoa?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

Image
Are you confident in the new government coalition?
  • 40.6% Yes, give them time
    40.6% Complete
  • 49.9% No, I'm worried
    49.9% Complete
  • 9.5% I'm not sure
    9.5% Complete
4102 votes
388 days ago

Santa Paws is back for 2023!

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome … View more
Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see festive snaps from around your neighbourhood too.

This is one of Neighbourly member's favourite campaigns so get involved and show your neighbours how adorable your Christmas pet is! Enter now.

Competition closes 21 December 2023 - winners announced early 2024!
Enter your pet now

Image
392 days ago

Have you heard about a new rule to stop gold clam spread?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Boaties with ballast tanks have been dealt a big blow before summer with new rules being placed on wake boats using a significant stretch of the Waikato River.

Biosecurity New Zealand (BNZ) has placed a Controlled Area Notice (CAN) over the river from Whakamaru Dam to Port Waikato, which comes … View more
Boaties with ballast tanks have been dealt a big blow before summer with new rules being placed on wake boats using a significant stretch of the Waikato River.

Biosecurity New Zealand (BNZ) has placed a Controlled Area Notice (CAN) over the river from Whakamaru Dam to Port Waikato, which comes into effect from midnight Friday.

Image
389 days ago

Respite care when you need it

Linda Jones Retirement Village

From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

Ryman’s respite care is offered at resthome-level and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia … View more
From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

Ryman’s respite care is offered at resthome-level and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care. We also offer respite care in the comfort of an assisted-living apartment.

We’ve been providing industry-leading care for over 35 years, it's what we do best.

Image
389 days ago

Give a Theatre Seat for Christmas!

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Looking for that special gift for someone who loves live performance and the cultural life of the Waikato?

You can 'Take a Seat' in the new Waikato Regional Theatre as a Christmas gift for friends and family!

Donate $1500 and you get to put their name on a seat in the new … View more
Looking for that special gift for someone who loves live performance and the cultural life of the Waikato?

You can 'Take a Seat' in the new Waikato Regional Theatre as a Christmas gift for friends and family!

Donate $1500 and you get to put their name on a seat in the new Theatre’s auditorium.

Click here to donate and/or find out more - tell us it’s a gift and you’ll get a pop-up gift card to give on the day.
Give a seat

Image
Top