Rototuna, Hamilton

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it is a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

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38 days ago

Veggie Planters

Debi from Rototuna North

3 X Veggie Planters sold as a set of 3.
Includes the 3 clouche's to cover your veggies from insects.

Price: $75

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39 days ago

Patio Table

Debi from Rototuna North

Patio Table or gardener's table. Use it to transplant your plant pots on.

Price: $25

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39 days ago

Pallet

Debi from Rototuna North

Pallet. Great for hanging off your fence with decor.

Second photo is just to give ideas of what I did. Surplus to our needs.

Price: $10

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39 days ago

Gym Mat

Debi from Rototuna North

Gym Mat Brand New Never Used. Great for the kids to play on in the garage on those cold wet winter days.
Size: 6 Feet Long X 3 Feet Wide Approx.

Price: $250

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39 days ago

Patio Table

Debi from Rototuna North

Patio Table very heavy, solid. Just needs a little TLC.
All other items in the photo are not for sale.

Price: $120

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43 days ago

Mark Donovan resigns

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton East Ward councillor Mark Donovan has stepped down effective immediately, but insists his work for the city isn’t over.

“Although I’m resigning, I’m not leaving Hamilton. This city has been my home for over 30 years, and I remain committed to its wellbeing.”

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41 days ago

Did you know about this resignation at HCC?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Now ex-councillor Mark Donovan says the busyness of a new job, frustration over the pace of council decisions and family commitments are the key factors behind his change-of-heart resignation from the city council.

The fiscal conservative’s departure - which means potential for less voting … View more
Now ex-councillor Mark Donovan says the busyness of a new job, frustration over the pace of council decisions and family commitments are the key factors behind his change-of-heart resignation from the city council.

The fiscal conservative’s departure - which means potential for less voting power on what’s seen as the council’s “right” - also comes amid niggles from other councillors about his recent attendance at meetings.

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44 days ago

What do you make of this situation?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Tokoroa’s architecturally-designed, award-winning, million-dollar Leith Place toilets are set to be bowled because they are “not fit for purpose”.

Despite being only four years old, the flash dunnies have seen ratepayers constantly spending a pretty penny on maintenance since they were … View more
Tokoroa’s architecturally-designed, award-winning, million-dollar Leith Place toilets are set to be bowled because they are “not fit for purpose”.

Despite being only four years old, the flash dunnies have seen ratepayers constantly spending a pretty penny on maintenance since they were built with the elegant outhouses’ pipes too small for the job - despite their goal of attracting thousands of passing travellers to stop in the town’s main drag.

What do you make of this situation? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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45 days ago

Poll: Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Speed bumps are a hot topic in many neighborhoods - they aim to slow down speeding drivers, but they also impact everyone on the road. In your opinion, do you think they do the trick or are they just an inconvenience?

Share your thoughts below.

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Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?
  • 38.9% They do the job
    38.9% Complete
  • 59.2% I'm not a fan, they're just annoying!
    59.2% Complete
  • 1.9% Other - I'll share below
    1.9% Complete
2624 votes
41 days ago

You've got a teeeeext 📲 But it's not from us! ❌

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a speeding fine, please do not click on the link.

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a speeding fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.

41 days ago

Create a Customizable Pegboard Shelf for Your Plants and Decor with These Easy Steps!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Easily change the height and layout of the shelves any time as your plants grow or the items you want to showcase change with this handy pegboard finished in Resene Colorwood Whitewash. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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41 days ago

Hamilton house prices up but ‘rampant boom’ in 2025 unlikely

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The median house price in Hamilton climbed 0.5% to hit $742,670 in February, according to the latest CoreLogic Home Value Index.

The median Hamilton price rise was above the national average of 0.3% across February, a rise CoreLogic said was “the clearest sign yet that 2024’s ‘mini … View more
The median house price in Hamilton climbed 0.5% to hit $742,670 in February, according to the latest CoreLogic Home Value Index.

The median Hamilton price rise was above the national average of 0.3% across February, a rise CoreLogic said was “the clearest sign yet that 2024’s ‘mini downturn’ had come to an end and that 2025 will likely see modest growth”.

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41 days ago

Have you ever tried Caffe' Centrale Italian Restaurant?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Tucked down a central city side street, Caffe’ Central has been offering Italian classics for nearly two decades.

The Alma Street restaurant has built a loyal following, including a couple of original diners who keep coming back for the same dish, the owners say.

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41 days ago

Frosts possible as autumn arrives with a bang

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

MetService are forecasting possible frosts for Waikato early Friday, as autumn arrives with a bang.

MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane says Friday morning is shaping up to be one of the chilliest starts the North Island has seen in a while, with frosts possible for parts of the … View more
MetService are forecasting possible frosts for Waikato early Friday, as autumn arrives with a bang.

MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane says Friday morning is shaping up to be one of the chilliest starts the North Island has seen in a while, with frosts possible for parts of the Waikato and the Central Plateau.

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42 days ago

Open Days

Linda Jones Retirement Village

FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH

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… View more
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH

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, terms and conditions apply

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