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41 days ago

Did you know Winston Peters was in town over the weekend?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

New Zealand First’s 31st convention ended with two arrests after pro-Palestine protesters and attendees clashed, following leader Winston Peters’ address.

While that incident grabbed the headlines in Hamilton, policy is also in the spotlight as a question mark now hangs over the … View more
New Zealand First’s 31st convention ended with two arrests after pro-Palestine protesters and attendees clashed, following leader Winston Peters’ address.

While that incident grabbed the headlines in Hamilton, policy is also in the spotlight as a question mark now hangs over the Government’s plan to reform contractor law.

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34 days ago

PLANT EXTRAVAGANZA

Paul from Gordonton - Puketaha

Join us for a relaxed and fun day out enjoying all things plants & gardening at Plant Extravaganza!
9th November 2024 at The Barn - Claudelands,
Gate 3 Brooklyn Road, Hamilton.

9am -3pm,
$5pp entry, kids under 12 free.
Food, drinks, icecreams and … View more
Join us for a relaxed and fun day out enjoying all things plants & gardening at Plant Extravaganza!
9th November 2024 at The Barn - Claudelands,
Gate 3 Brooklyn Road, Hamilton.

9am -3pm,
$5pp entry, kids under 12 free.
Food, drinks, icecreams and facepainting. Wheelchair & Pram friendly
Something for everyone

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34 days ago

Aged Advisor People's Choice Award Winners - for the fifth time!

Linda Jones Retirement Village

We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts … View more
We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts into providing the best possible experience for our residents.

Our passion is creating communities where our residents can thrive. Receiving this award for the fifth time tells us that we’re on the right track.

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41 days ago

Poll: Have you been following progress on the Waikato Regional Theatre?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton’s flagship Regional Theatre is moving into its next stage of construction as the last support struts come away.

Construction on the iconic theatre has taken off this year with a complex of structures appearing behind the original Hamilton Hotel facade.

Have you been following … View more
Hamilton’s flagship Regional Theatre is moving into its next stage of construction as the last support struts come away.

Construction on the iconic theatre has taken off this year with a complex of structures appearing behind the original Hamilton Hotel facade.

Have you been following progress on the Waikato Regional Theatre? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you been following progress on the Waikato Regional Theatre?
  • 16.2% Yes
    16.2% Complete
  • 83.8% No
    83.8% Complete
37 votes
35 days ago

Gordonton Christmas Market

Aaron from Chartwell

37 more sleeps to our Annual Gordonton Christmas Market 2024 checkout our Facebook page for updates as we currently upload all the amazing stallholders attending this year's event.

From indoor to outdoor stalls, food, coffee/beverages, slush truck, captain kai moana, facepainting, pony rides… View more
37 more sleeps to our Annual Gordonton Christmas Market 2024 checkout our Facebook page for updates as we currently upload all the amazing stallholders attending this year's event.

From indoor to outdoor stalls, food, coffee/beverages, slush truck, captain kai moana, facepainting, pony rides & farm friends it's going to be an awesome event to come and support all these beautiful stallholders and do your Christmas shopping.
#buylocal #eatlocal #shoplocal #supportlocal
www.facebook.com...

Also enter our Christmas Giveaway which you will find on our facebook page.

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36 days ago

Bird house

Resene

It’s easy to create your own colourful bird house from an old wooden box and some Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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38 days ago

Poll: Do you think more jobs being available will help?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Streeties have been defecating in public, throwing fire crackers and pulling up floorboards hunting for cigarette butts, but a local politician says them getting a job is the answer.

Hamilton East MP Ryan Hamilton was among Hamilton leaders the Waikato Times spoke to in the aftermath of … View more
Streeties have been defecating in public, throwing fire crackers and pulling up floorboards hunting for cigarette butts, but a local politician says them getting a job is the answer.

Hamilton East MP Ryan Hamilton was among Hamilton leaders the Waikato Times spoke to in the aftermath of revelations of increasing feral behaviour in the city’s CBD, and he said with lower inflation and economic indicators starting to turn the corner, businesses would need staff.

Do you think more jobs being available will help? Do you think more jobs being available will help?

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Do you think more jobs being available will help?
  • 18.4% Yes
    18.4% Complete
  • 24.5% Maybe
    24.5% Complete
  • 57.1% No
    57.1% Complete
49 votes
53 days ago

Where do you think more social housing is needed?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Raymond Bishope applied for a dozen homes and failed before he got accepted into Salvation Army’s social housing.

And in the months since he and his 15-year-old have been living in the Salvation Army’s new $25-million, 31 home complex, his son’s life has changed for the better and it’s … View more
Raymond Bishope applied for a dozen homes and failed before he got accepted into Salvation Army’s social housing.

And in the months since he and his 15-year-old have been living in the Salvation Army’s new $25-million, 31 home complex, his son’s life has changed for the better and it’s presented an opportunity for Bishope to give something back to the community.

Where do you think more social housing is needed? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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38 days ago

Homeless in Hamilton

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

They are an ever-increasing presence on the streets of the city - but asking Hamilton’s homeless how they ended up where they are is not always a straight-forward exercise.

Many are wary, or perhaps intimidated about talking to a reporter and a photographer. Some were simply incapable of … View more
They are an ever-increasing presence on the streets of the city - but asking Hamilton’s homeless how they ended up where they are is not always a straight-forward exercise.

Many are wary, or perhaps intimidated about talking to a reporter and a photographer. Some were simply incapable of saying anything. Others wanted to say everything they possibly could.

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37 days ago

Be Loved this Spring! 25% off SPCA dog adoption fees ends this Sunday

The Team from SPCA Hamilton - Centre & Op Shops

Until Sunday only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.

We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide. So many of these dogs and puppies are still waiting … View more
Until Sunday only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.

We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide. So many of these dogs and puppies are still waiting patiently for their forever families, who - we’re crossing our fingers - will walk through our doors this weekend.

Visit www.spca.nz... to start your journey together.

37 days ago

Sweeten the pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Show your potted plants off in a self-decorated container using Resene Non-Skid Deck & Path or Resene Sandtex. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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39 days ago

Resene October sale on now!

Resene

Save 25% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers and wallpapers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint.
Find out more

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39 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of … View more
Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of arsenic!)
On The Go chip products
Pams cracked pepper salmon & Origin salmon
All Good Barista Oat Milk

Product recalls:
Toyota Pruis model years 2022-2024
Brompton t line bike
John Deere 1023ev tractor
Suzuki GSX1300RRQ model years 2020-2024
UVC Disinfection Unit Purifier
Kia EV9 model years 2024-2025
Polaris xp kinetic ranger
Cummins diesel engine
Mazda models years 2013-2020

We hope this update was helpful to you and your whānau.

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40 days ago

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

Experience the Ryman lifestyle and learn about our living options, tour our showhomes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

Click find out more for more information.
Find out more

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48 days ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.3% Complete
  • 57.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    57.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2156 votes
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