Rototuna North, Hamilton

81 days ago

Some Neighbourly news...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer … View more
Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer be there. Don't worry, you can post on the noticeboard as usual!

Get in contact with our team if you have any concerns or need any help!

82 days ago

Dispatch from Jerusalem and Calendar 2024-25 is available

Beth Mather from Bridges For Peace New Zealand

Our latest issue of Dispatch from Jerusalem and Calendar 2024 - 2025 Israel Lives - beautiful photos of Israel - Is now available to order.

Please DM directly or message Admin of Bridges for Peace - www.bridgesforpeace.com...


Blessings,

Beth

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82 days ago

Rowing 'strongman' on slow journey to recovery

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Violence came to Dave Rodger out of the blue. The Hamilton man was operating the lights at road works in Waharoa on January 11, seemingly a routine day.

But Waharoa man Finn Higgins, driving his SUV through the roadworks, and filled with rage, swerved through cones at Rodger and struck him with … View more
Violence came to Dave Rodger out of the blue. The Hamilton man was operating the lights at road works in Waharoa on January 11, seemingly a routine day.

But Waharoa man Finn Higgins, driving his SUV through the roadworks, and filled with rage, swerved through cones at Rodger and struck him with his car.

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82 days ago

Top Tips For A Hassle-Free Holiday

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Are you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and… View moreAre you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and enjoy a carefree vacation.

Click read more for the full story.

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83 days ago

What's your favourite local landmark?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It was once the apple of the eye of passers-by but years of neglect have taken the shine taken off Waitomo’s Big Apple.

Now the actions of one woman have seen its owners promise to give the big red apple a polish.

What's your favourite local landmark? Tell us your reasons in the … View more
It was once the apple of the eye of passers-by but years of neglect have taken the shine taken off Waitomo’s Big Apple.

Now the actions of one woman have seen its owners promise to give the big red apple a polish.

What's your favourite local landmark? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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84 days ago

Mourners arrive for King's tangi

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Thousands assembled in Ngāruawāhia at Tūrangawaewae Marae on Sunday to pay respects to Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII as tribes from across the country prepare to pay their respects this week.

Members of iwi and hapu far and wide gathered to attend the 8am and 2pm pōwhiri and, … View more
Thousands assembled in Ngāruawāhia at Tūrangawaewae Marae on Sunday to pay respects to Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII as tribes from across the country prepare to pay their respects this week.

Members of iwi and hapu far and wide gathered to attend the 8am and 2pm pōwhiri and, amongst the crowds were three members of the Kāwhia Māori Womens Welfare League - mother-daughter-aunty trio Ruth Waterhouse, Kelly Isherwood and Tiki Porima-Ryan.

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84 days ago

Poll: Did you check out the new bridge on Saturday?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Te Ara Pekapeka Bridge is off to a good start, attracting thousands of people keen to feel the new bridge under their feet for the first time.

Nearby streets were bumper to bumper as residents who came to walk or cycle the bridge for the first time at the weekend.

Did you head down? Tell us … View more
Te Ara Pekapeka Bridge is off to a good start, attracting thousands of people keen to feel the new bridge under their feet for the first time.

Nearby streets were bumper to bumper as residents who came to walk or cycle the bridge for the first time at the weekend.

Did you head down? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did you check out the new bridge on Saturday?
  • 30% Yes
    30% Complete
  • 70% No
    70% Complete
30 votes
90 days ago

Poll: Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Some spare wood, used furniture or children's toys - do you mind when your neighbours leave goods on the street for others to make use of?

Share your thoughts in the comments and poll below.

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Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?
  • 83.6% It's fine!
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.6% It annoys me!
    14.6% Complete
  • 1.8% Other - I'll share below
    1.8% Complete
4113 votes
84 days ago

Long-term solutions to consider in Conservation Week

The Team from Momentum Waikato

It is Conservation Week, that time each year when we are all asked to reflect on what needs to happen for our native species and biodiversity to survive and flourish.

Momentum Waikato exists to provide long-term financial resourcing solutions for people tackling social and environmental … View more
It is Conservation Week, that time each year when we are all asked to reflect on what needs to happen for our native species and biodiversity to survive and flourish.

Momentum Waikato exists to provide long-term financial resourcing solutions for people tackling social and environmental challenges. For conservation, we so far have three endowment funds that each use their investment income to provide grants and other support for local conservation efforts.

All three offer the opportunity to donate towards growing sustainable support systems for the genuine long-term solutions to the conservation challenges across the wider Waikato region.

The Fund for Nature Hauraki-Coromandel, set up by the Predator Free Hauraki Coromandel Community Trust, supports this umbrella group for the two districts’ 100+ conservation groups. See momentumwaikato.nz...

The Waikato Catchment Ecological Enhancement Fund, set up the Waikato Catchment Ecological Enhancement Trust, supports the Trust's grants to conservation work up and down the length of the awa. See momentumwaikato.nz...

The Waikato Hauraki Conservation Fund, set up by Selwyn and Dianne June, is a ‘gap filler’ funder for those things that volunteers need that are not usually covered by other funders. See momentumwaikato.nz...

You can find out more and donate by clicking the links above, or the one below that take you to our communities' funds index page, where you can select the funds you're interested in supporting.

Thanks!

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87 days ago

Poll: Do you think the new rules will help?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Waikato council is attempting to put the brakes on boy racers by banning light vehicles on several rural roads.

A new bylaw by Waipā District Council means police now have the power to issue warning notices and impound cars of rule breakers.

Do you think the new rules will help? Tell us … View more
A Waikato council is attempting to put the brakes on boy racers by banning light vehicles on several rural roads.

A new bylaw by Waipā District Council means police now have the power to issue warning notices and impound cars of rule breakers.

Do you think the new rules will help? 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 the new rules will help?
  • 19.3% Yes
    19.3% Complete
  • 19.3% Maybe
    19.3% Complete
  • 56.1% No
    56.1% Complete
  • 5.3% Don't know
    5.3% Complete
57 votes
89 days ago

Have you needed Waikato Hospital recently?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Patient safety is at risk at Waikato Hospital, claim doctors, with reports of at least one person not seen by a medic for six days.

The hospital was down 60% on medical registrars last weekend, New Zealand Resident Doctors Association (NZRDA) national secretary Dr Deborah Powell said, and … View more
Patient safety is at risk at Waikato Hospital, claim doctors, with reports of at least one person not seen by a medic for six days.

The hospital was down 60% on medical registrars last weekend, New Zealand Resident Doctors Association (NZRDA) national secretary Dr Deborah Powell said, and patient care was suffering.

Have you needed Waikato Hospital recently? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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87 days ago

Tributes flow after Kiingi Tuheitia dies

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII has died aged 69.

King Charles and Queen Camilla said they were “profoundly saddened” by the death of Kiingi Tuheitia, who was 69.

Flags will be at half mast on all Government and public buildings in his honour.

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95 days ago

Poll: Will you get a MyGardens pass?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Although Hamiltonians can still enter their beloved Gardens for free, the technologically inept of us may feel daunted by the idea of signing up for the entry pass.

Fortunately, the whole process is designed to allow for absolute ease and convenience, says Hamilton City Council’s director of … View more
Although Hamiltonians can still enter their beloved Gardens for free, the technologically inept of us may feel daunted by the idea of signing up for the entry pass.

Fortunately, the whole process is designed to allow for absolute ease and convenience, says Hamilton City Council’s director of Hamilton Gardens Lucy Ryan.

Will you be getting one? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you get a MyGardens pass?
  • 67.9% Yes
    67.9% Complete
  • 18.5% Maybe
    18.5% Complete
  • 13.6% No
    13.6% Complete
81 votes
89 days ago

Poll: Do you pay extra for contactless payment?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Surcharges might be the top reason customers avoid payWave, but businesses say skyrocketing costs are pushing them to pass on the charge.

Hamilton shop Variety World didn’t have www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|a surcharge| during the first three months after opening, but soon realised they were … View more
Surcharges might be the top reason customers avoid payWave, but businesses say skyrocketing costs are pushing them to pass on the charge.

Hamilton shop Variety World didn’t have www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|a surcharge| during the first three months after opening, but soon realised they were losing money on some products due to the transaction charge due to their banks.

Do you pay extra for contactless payment? 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 pay extra for contactless payment?
  • 15% Yes
    15% Complete
  • 36.7% Sometimes
    36.7% Complete
  • 48.3% No
    48.3% Complete
60 votes
87 days ago

Latest scam - nationwide

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 … View more
Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 hours, or a warrant will be issued for their arrest. This email is a scam and anyone who receives it should not reply under any circumstances.

Although some versions of the email do not specifically reference money, other similar scams involve the recipient being issued a ‘fine’ when they respond.

While the nature and specific details of scams often varies, it’s important to note that Police and other government agencies will never contact you out of the blue and ask for your password, credit card or bank details.

Police have received several reports of this scam and enquires are underway.

Anyone who received this email can either forward the spam email to the Department of Internal Affairs directly at complaint@spam.govt.nz or use their online reporting portal: www.reportspam.co.nz...

Police recommend taking a cautious approach to unsolicited emails. Trust your gut instinct - if it doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.

Information on other scams currently operating can be found on the Consumer Protection NZ website: www.consumerprotection.govt.nz...

Consumer Protection NZ, along with Netsafe, also provides helpful advice about keeping safe online.

Anyone who has received this email can report it to police online via www.police.govt.nz.... Please reference file number 240830/5842.

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