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422 days ago

Heart Foundation Lottery funds vital heart research

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

In New Zealand, heart disease is the single biggest killer of our loved ones. Since 1968, the incredible supporters of the Heart Foundation have contributed more than $85 million into heart research projects and fellowships for Kiwi cardiologists to get world-class training.
Right now, you can support the Heart Foundation and have the chance to win this fully furnished Jennian home in Glenbrook, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Be in to win and get your tickets today!

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1 day ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 89.9% Yes, it's fair
    89.9% Complete
  • 9.1% No, it's unreasonable
    9.1% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
1192 votes
34 minutes ago

How's your household finding things in this financial climate?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waikato borrowers are struggling to pay their debts and Afterpay, Covid, and a lack of financial nous are largely to blame, says a Hamilton financial advisor.

Statistics from credit reporting company Centrix show high percentages of financial hardship and home loan arrears across many parts of New Zealand, including Waikato.

How's your household finding things in this financial climate? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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10 days ago

What would you do if it was your job to fix Hamilton's CBD?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More alcohol restrictions, more lighting, busking rule changes and a whole lot of lobbying - these are some ways Hamilton leaders want to sort out the CBD.

Crime and anti-social behaviour in the area has been in the spotlight after recent news of a man defecating in the street near a city pub and another who flipped tables out the back of a bar after being found scrounging cigarette butts and asked to leave.

What would you do if it was your job to fix Hamilton's CBD? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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