Rototuna, Hamilton

2774 days ago

Hamilton Lake's bird poo

Reporter Hamilton Press

So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be… View more
So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be used for a story.

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2778 days ago

Meth addicts swamping drug rehab facilities

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.
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Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.

Have you seen meth's impact in the community? And what do you think should be done about the issue?

We're also on the lookout for meaningful stories in this area so please email news@waikatotimes.co.nz if you have a story to tell.

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2775 days ago

BONBON Range arriving soon

Fhazeel from Northcare Pukete Pharmacy

Bonbon is a range of bath, beauty and body products which is 100% Vegan. Why are they 100% Vegan? They are because they can, they have the technology to bring you all of these delightful quality products that do what they say they will, without using animals in any way. Isn’t that delightful? … View moreBonbon is a range of bath, beauty and body products which is 100% Vegan. Why are they 100% Vegan? They are because they can, they have the technology to bring you all of these delightful quality products that do what they say they will, without using animals in any way. Isn’t that delightful? Doesn’t that make you feel good? It is a choice they have made to bring you the best products made with goodness.

2775 days ago

Volunteer today with NZ Red Cross in Hamilton

Jason Sebestian from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

Wanting to volunteer for NZ Red Cross but not sure how?
Come to one of our information sessions to learn about what opportunities await you.

Monday 27th February 2017
New Zealand Red Cross
422 Te Rapa Road, Hamilton
• 9.30am-10.30am
• 6.00pm-7.00pm

You can RSVP by either phone or … View more
Wanting to volunteer for NZ Red Cross but not sure how?
Come to one of our information sessions to learn about what opportunities await you.

Monday 27th February 2017
New Zealand Red Cross
422 Te Rapa Road, Hamilton
• 9.30am-10.30am
• 6.00pm-7.00pm

You can RSVP by either phone or email:
07 849 0285
shally.arora@redcross.org.nz

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2775 days ago

Tree pruning job on Alma St on 23 February

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Today a large elm tree at the foot of Alma Street, near the Novotel Tainui Hotel, will see some temporary disruptions to traffic in central Hamilton.

Although at the foot of the street, it is feasible there may be delays to vehicles using Alma Street and those parking in the riverside carpark … View more
Today a large elm tree at the foot of Alma Street, near the Novotel Tainui Hotel, will see some temporary disruptions to traffic in central Hamilton.

Although at the foot of the street, it is feasible there may be delays to vehicles using Alma Street and those parking in the riverside carpark adjacent to Novotel and SkyCity.

The job will commence at 9am, and is expected to take most of the working day.

2775 days ago

Volunteers and donations needed!

St John Opportunity Shop

St John has always had a strong community presence in Hamilton which has recently increased thanks to the opening of a new opportunity shop in Frankton. The local community has rallied behind this venture, supporting it with donations and shop fittings.

Proceeds from items sold in the shop will … View more
St John has always had a strong community presence in Hamilton which has recently increased thanks to the opening of a new opportunity shop in Frankton. The local community has rallied behind this venture, supporting it with donations and shop fittings.

Proceeds from items sold in the shop will be used to support St John emergency ambulance services and community programmes such as Health Shuttles, Caring Caller and St John Youth programmes. St John Opportunity Shop is currently recruiting volunteers and seeking donations of items that can be sold in the shop. Donations can be dropped off at 1 Rawhiti Street, Frankton.
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2775 days ago

Rocked by earthquake in 2011, in the Rockabilly Festival in 2017.

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton's Monique McLennan has found a way to overcome the devasting impact of the 2011 Christchurch Earthquake. We're keen to hear from other neighbours who fled the south to start a new life in the Waikato. Share your stories with us and your neighbours via the Hamilton Press!

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2776 days ago

Emergency kit

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Do you have three litres of stored water per person in your house? Hopefully, because that's the rule of thumb to have ready in your emergency kit. An event when your kit could come in handy could be anything from an earthquake, to loss of power in a storm, or, as we have seen recently, an … View moreDo you have three litres of stored water per person in your house? Hopefully, because that's the rule of thumb to have ready in your emergency kit. An event when your kit could come in handy could be anything from an earthquake, to loss of power in a storm, or, as we have seen recently, an unexpected water supply issue.

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2781 days ago

Easter trading

Graeme from Chartwell

If people concentrated more on family and relationships more than material stuff, the world would be a much better place.
We only have 3 and a half retail free days a year now. Surely we don't need to sacrifice them for the mighty dollar?
Whether you are a Christian or not doesn't … View more
If people concentrated more on family and relationships more than material stuff, the world would be a much better place.
We only have 3 and a half retail free days a year now. Surely we don't need to sacrifice them for the mighty dollar?
Whether you are a Christian or not doesn't matter. You are getting paid to have a day with your family - that's a good thing. Let's preserve it.

2779 days ago

IBC's for free?

Troy from Chartwell

Does anyone know where i could pick up old unused ibcs? you know the large plastic tank in metal cage . I could arrange pickup. Pretty please ? After 10 in total dont mind gettn from here and there if there free

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