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12 days ago

Ladies Summer Top

Rae from Horsham Downs

3/4 length sleeve summer top - Navy and White - Medium in size - Pick up Horsham Downs Road

Price: $20

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12 days ago

Poll: Are you affected by the drought?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

With no significant rain forecast until “maybe” later this month, grass is a hot commodity and dry stock farmers who’ve taken on dairy farmers’ heifers want to give them back.

Following a meeting of the adverse event cluster group in early March, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay declared… View more
With no significant rain forecast until “maybe” later this month, grass is a hot commodity and dry stock farmers who’ve taken on dairy farmers’ heifers want to give them back.

Following a meeting of the adverse event cluster group in early March, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay declared a medium scale adverse event for the region, along with other parts of the country.

Are you affected by the drought? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you affected by the drought?
  • 23.3% Yes, a lot
    23.3% Complete
  • 26.7% A bit
    26.7% Complete
  • 50% No
    50% Complete
30 votes
12 days ago

Did you know about this new rescue helicopter?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waikato’s new rescue helicopter has an auto take-off function and can carry more kit.

The $20 million dollar 5-blade Airbus H145 D3 has come “straight from the factory floor” in Germany, and replaces the former H145 Wespac rescue helicopter, which is going to Tauranga.

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14 days ago

Do you know someone who could help?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waste firms warn it could cost “thousands” of dollars for a Hamilton pensioner to comply with a city council order to tidy up rubbish added to by fly-tippers, at his Mardon Rd property.

Besides adding to known hoarder 80-year-old Tony Templer’s stresses the situation is also causing a … View more
Waste firms warn it could cost “thousands” of dollars for a Hamilton pensioner to comply with a city council order to tidy up rubbish added to by fly-tippers, at his Mardon Rd property.

Besides adding to known hoarder 80-year-old Tony Templer’s stresses the situation is also causing a nuisance for neighbours.

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13 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM

After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time,… View more
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM

After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Learn More

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15 days ago

Neighbourly Q&A: Consumer rights with CAB's Andrew Hubbard

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.

Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.

A little bit about Andrew:
Dr … View more
What can you do if you buy something that breaks soon after you buy it? It's time for another helpful Q&A.

Today we have Andrew Hubbard from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your consumer rights.

A little bit about Andrew:
Dr Andrew Hubbard is deputy chief executive of Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CAB) and loves working for the CAB so much that he’s been there for more than fifteen years.

Andrew believes in the difference people can make working together in the community and loves being able to support the work of the more than 2000 CAB volunteers across the motu. Andrew’s background is in policy and he’s been actively involved in consumer issues for the fifteen years he’s been at the CAB.

Andrew and the CAB team are ready to answer your questions about your consumer rights. This might be questions about when you can get a refunds, your rights when buying via Facebook or overseas, product delivery issues and what to do if a retailer won't sort a problem out for you.

Andrew is here live on Wednesday from 9.30am for your questions.

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13 days ago

What's your go-to crowd-pleasing school lunch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?

Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, … View more
We've all heard about the school lunch saga happening around the country, with some questioning the quality of the meals. Since kids can be picky eaters, it raises the question - what makes a great school lunch?

Let's not debate why times are tough and these kids need school lunches, let's brainstorm!

Share your favourite lunches from your school days or the go-to meals your kids love! Perhaps we can come up with a menu of crowd-pleasing school lunches...

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13 days ago

Thames-Coromandel cyclone recovery costs hit $200m mark

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.

According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery … View more
The cost to repair and restore much of what was lost during Cyclone Gabrielle in Thames-Coromandel has cost residents, the government and council more than $200m, with more to come.

According to a Thames-Coromandel District Council cyclone recovery report authored by the council’s recovery team lead Stephen Town, there’s still a lot more work to do and a lot more money to be spent to repair the damage caused in late 2022 and early 2023.

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20 days ago

Poll: Do you think council elections should be every four years?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waikato’s elected leaders want people to vote for them less often.

The region’s mayors and the regional council chairperson are throwing their collective weight behind calls to extend council terms from three to four years.

Do you think council elections should be every four years? Tell … View more
Waikato’s elected leaders want people to vote for them less often.

The region’s mayors and the regional council chairperson are throwing their collective weight behind calls to extend council terms from three to four years.

Do you think council elections should be every four years? 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 council elections should be every four years?
  • 39.1% Yes
    39.1% Complete
  • 47.8% No
    47.8% Complete
  • 13% Not sure
    13% Complete
46 votes
14 days ago

From Antarctica to the Outback

Linda Jones Retirement Village

For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.

“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.

Click read more for the full story.

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14 days ago

Poll: Do you know any children receiving these school lunches?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

When Associate Education Minister David Seymour took over the school lunches programme it was out with “woke sushi” and in with meatballs and pasta ‒ but quickly it was then frozen pies, scalding food, or no food at all.
What happened?

Do you know any children receiving these school … View more
When Associate Education Minister David Seymour took over the school lunches programme it was out with “woke sushi” and in with meatballs and pasta ‒ but quickly it was then frozen pies, scalding food, or no food at all.
What happened?

Do you know any children receiving these school lunches? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you know any children receiving these school lunches?
  • 13.6% Yes
    13.6% Complete
  • 86.4% No
    86.4% Complete
22 votes
15 days ago

Poll: Do you think it's hard to find a park in central Hamilton?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The loss of the last bastion of free CBD parking is unwelcome news to workers, who say they can’t afford a $6 a day fee.

CBD workers who’ve spent the past few years parking for free in the Old Mill Street car park on the corner of Seddon Road and Old Mill Street will soon have to pay to … View more
The loss of the last bastion of free CBD parking is unwelcome news to workers, who say they can’t afford a $6 a day fee.

CBD workers who’ve spent the past few years parking for free in the Old Mill Street car park on the corner of Seddon Road and Old Mill Street will soon have to pay to leave their vehicles there.

Do you think it's hard to find a park in central Hamilton? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think it's hard to find a park in central Hamilton?
  • 70.6% Yes
    70.6% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 29.4% I never go into the central city
    29.4% Complete
34 votes
14 days ago

Poll: Would you take a Sunday trip on the train?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Te Huia rail service has been a hit for weekend day trips to Auckland to the extent that plans are underway to add a Sunday service between Hamilton and the super city.

Despite being set up as a weekday commuter service, Te Huia’s patronage has been on the up, according to the latest public … View more
Te Huia rail service has been a hit for weekend day trips to Auckland to the extent that plans are underway to add a Sunday service between Hamilton and the super city.

Despite being set up as a weekday commuter service, Te Huia’s patronage has been on the up, according to the latest public transport stats for the Waikato region.

Would you take a Sunday trip on the train? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you take a Sunday trip on the train?
  • 100% Yes
    100% Complete
  • 0% Maybe
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
1 vote
15 days ago

Council’s risk from major financial shock ‘high’

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton’s at risk of a shock from jittery global markets just as home building consents and other income streams are already down.

The grim picture was painted in a report to the city council’s strategic risk and assurance committee for March.

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15 days ago

This week's prize draw

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.

Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna

Alana August from Morrinsville

Michael Cooney from Whangarei

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Congratulations to this week's winners who have won a $100 Briscoes voucher each.

Shilpy Rattu from Takapuna

Alana August from Morrinsville

Michael Cooney from Whangarei

Matthew Alan from Rangiora

Winners, get in touch here before 18th March.

Not a winner? Check back next week.

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