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2842 days ago

Living Confidently course: Week 2

Maria Lowe from Epilepsy Waikato Charitable Trust

EWCT invites you to attend our Living Confidently course. This week we have Sally Mutton, from "Dress-to-Success", as our guest speaker.
For further information please go to:
ewct.org.nz...

2842 days ago

Epilepsy radio interview with Maria Lowe

Maria Lowe from Epilepsy Waikato Charitable Trust

Maria Lowe, the epilepsy advisor talks with Free FM Community Access Radio about a range of epilepsy subjects from triggers to myths about epilepsy. Listen or download the interview below. For more information please go to:
ewct.org.nz...

2843 days ago

Black Caps v Australia ODI in Hamilton Sunday 5 February

Jeremy from Flagstaff

Would anybody have a spare adult ticket to sell me for the game tomorrow?
I can pick up and pay cash.
Call me on 0220122530.

2843 days ago

WIN one of 5 Barker's Summer Assortment packs!

SuperValue New Zealand

Be in to win ONE OF FIVE perfect SuperValue Summer Assortment packs from Barker’s of Geraldine for Valentine’s Day. It’s the beginnings of a fabulous picnic to show the love in your life how wonderful they are - or maybe just a favourite neighbour. Each pack contains 10 of Barker’s most … View moreBe in to win ONE OF FIVE perfect SuperValue Summer Assortment packs from Barker’s of Geraldine for Valentine’s Day. It’s the beginnings of a fabulous picnic to show the love in your life how wonderful they are - or maybe just a favourite neighbour. Each pack contains 10 of Barker’s most popular new releases along with a cheese set and a recipe collection to give you picnic inspiration!

For your chance to win simply LIKE or THANK this post and you're in the draw!

Winners announced Monday 13 Feb. T&Cs apply.

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2847 days ago

Another day, another robbery

Reporter Hamilton Press

Yesterday around 1pm, six youths robbed a Hamilton dairy with a knife taking cigarettes, two oranges and two fizzy drinks worth $1.50 each.
They were as young as 11-years-old.
Read the full story through the link below.

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2853 days ago

Internet Fraudsters

Jeff from Saint Andrews

Welcome to the New Year new Internet Scammer Tricks. My friend recently told me how she had someone call to say her computer had a problem with Windows and oh amazingly this caller works for Windows but also amazingly my friend doesn't even have a computer!. I don't believe we've had… View moreWelcome to the New Year new Internet Scammer Tricks. My friend recently told me how she had someone call to say her computer had a problem with Windows and oh amazingly this caller works for Windows but also amazingly my friend doesn't even have a computer!. I don't believe we've had an April Fools day yet therefore clearly these mongrels of society are trying to rip people off yet again. I asked for their official government reference but they kept on saying I have a Windows fault. When I told them prove themselves or I would call the Police they sort of counted one, two, three hang up. So I called the Police and left a detailed note of everything as calling the Police immediately this happens makes it easier for them to find the fraudsters yet unfortunately the more complaints the better but make sure you have fairly exact details. With Caller ID it comes up as Unavailable which is so typical of fraudsters hence why I believe Caller ID to ignore hidden phone numbers from wasting precious time is very helpful. Please no-one fall for this fraud and lets help catch these online fraudsters.

2854 days ago

Cigarettes the target for dairy thieves

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Cigarettes are hot property among thieves targeting Hamilton's city dairies and convenience shops.
But politicians and community leaders are reluctant to link a surge in the crime to the Government's increase in tobacco tax.
Instead, they say the key issue is a lack of police … View more
Cigarettes are hot property among thieves targeting Hamilton's city dairies and convenience shops.
But politicians and community leaders are reluctant to link a surge in the crime to the Government's increase in tobacco tax.
Instead, they say the key issue is a lack of police resourcing.
What are your thoughts? Read the full story through the link below!
*If you would not like your comment published, please write NFP*

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2847 days ago

Road bikes

Emma Bradley from DC Rescue Dogs

Men's and women's bikes.
White one is men's - raceline ultra pro. Italian made seat. 2 drink holders and a bike pump. Has a light.

Blue on is women's - genius. The red drink holder doesn't come with the bike. Small scuff hole in seat on side.

Both bikes good … View more
Men's and women's bikes.
White one is men's - raceline ultra pro. Italian made seat. 2 drink holders and a bike pump. Has a light.

Blue on is women's - genius. The red drink holder doesn't come with the bike. Small scuff hole in seat on side.

Both bikes good condition.

Comes with free Blackburn track stand if both purchased together.

Sold separately $300 per bike or together $450.

Pick up Gordonton.

Money from sale goes to DC Rescue Dogs.

Negotiable

2845 days ago

Water alert in Hamilton

Ana from Huntington

Hamilton City Council
2 hrs ·
URGENT WATER SAVINGS NEEDED IN HAMILTON AFTER MAJOR WATERPIPE BREACH
Please share with friends and neighbours! Hamilton City Council is calling for all residents to urgently conserve water after damage to one of the city’s most important water mains. The … View more
Hamilton City Council
2 hrs ·
URGENT WATER SAVINGS NEEDED IN HAMILTON AFTER MAJOR WATERPIPE BREACH
Please share with friends and neighbours! Hamilton City Council is calling for all residents to urgently conserve water after damage to one of the city’s most important water mains. The conservation measures effectively mean temporarily implementing the city’s highest water alert level. A further update will be posted before 5pm today.
There are no issues with water quality but supply levels could be reduced significantly due to the damage. Alert Level 4 means no outdoor water usage is permitted, but residents are being asked to look at all water usage in their homes and businesses as staff work to repair the Eastern Bulk Main.
City Waters Unit Manager Maire Porter says it’s important for residents to be aware there are no water quality issues, it is simply that the city needs to make the available water go further.
“Until we complete this repair we need everyone to play their part. This is a time when our city can come together to help each other out and we can get through this situation as smoothly as possible.”
Full statement here: myhcc.nz...

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2845 days ago

URGENT WATER SAVINGS NEEDED IN HAMILTON AFTER MAJOR WATERPIPE BREACH

The Team from Hamilton City Council

FINAL UPDATE FOR TONIGHT: WATER SERVICES RESTORED – CONSERVATION STILL NEEDED

Great work by our City Delivery and City Waters teams – and a concerted water-saving effort by residents - have seen water pressure levels recover across Hamilton after this morning’s major pipe breach. We will … View more
FINAL UPDATE FOR TONIGHT: WATER SERVICES RESTORED – CONSERVATION STILL NEEDED

Great work by our City Delivery and City Waters teams – and a concerted water-saving effort by residents - have seen water pressure levels recover across Hamilton after this morning’s major pipe breach. We will be reassessing our water alert levels, but at the moment we are asking residents to avoid outdoor water usage over the long weekend. Normal indoor usage should be fine.

Only one of the two bulk main pipes supplying the Eastern part of the city has been made operational, and it may be some time before we can get service fully restored.

As water supply comes back tonight and particularly in the morning you may see discoloured or cloudy water for a short time. This is normal after pipe flushing, is not a health concern, and normally goes away after running the tap for a few minutes.

Thanks again for your support, we will update again tomorrow morning.

UPDATE: 8.15PM THURSDAY: REPAIR PROGRESSING BUT WATER SAVINGS STILL NEEDED IN HAMILTON
Hamilton City Council staff are continuing repair work on a major issue with the city’s Eastern Bulk Water Main.

The Eastern Bulk Main supplies around 27,000 homes and runs under the Waikato River from the city’s water treatment plant opposite Hamilton Gardens. A substantial section of the riverbank collapsed around the Bulk Main and there was a significant water leak at the site earlier today.

City Waters Unit Manager Maire Porter says staff are now in the next phase of the repair and pressure is slowly coming back but there are still likely water pressure-loss issues around the city as air is cleared from the network.

“It’s important for residents to be aware there are no water quality issues, it is simply that the city needs to make the available water go further. The repair work has created another short-term issue for the city as air which has entered the pipes has to be cleared. This ‘bubble’ of air is being pushed out around the city, which will mean short periods of lower pressure as it travels around Hamilton.

“We need to flush sections of the network to release this trapped air. You may see some of our crews flushing water from fire hydrants. You may also experience cloudy or discoloured water for a short time and ‘sputtering’ water supply as trapped air comes through your taps. Please continue to try to conserve water as we fix this issue,” Maire Porter says.

“We really appreciate how people have made an effort to reduce water usage today. Our teams are doing a great job in really difficult conditions tonight – bear with us as we get it sorted,” she says.

Until both pipes can be repaired fully, water will be largely supplied to the Eastern side of the city via the Western Bulk Main and from water stored in reservoirs. This means the concerted water conservation effort will need to be continued for now.

UPDATE: 7PM THURSDAY: We are now in the next stage of our repair, but still need people to try to conserve water this evening as our hard-working crews continue their efforts. We are endeavouring to get one of the two pipes operating, but this will still mean a reduced water supply to the city. Part of this phase of the repair means we need to flush sections of the network to release trapped air, which means you may see some of our crews flushing water from fire hydrants. You may also experience cloudy or discoloured water for a short time and ‘sputtering’ water supply as trapped air comes through your taps. This work will continue for the next couple of hours. We will update by 9pm with progress, or earlier if we can confirm the first pipe is fully operational. If you have low pressure please bear with us – if you are out of water please let our call centre know on 838 6699.

Please share with friends and neighbours! Hamilton City Council is calling for all residents to urgently conserve water after damage to one of the city’s most important water mains. The conservation measures effectively mean temporarily implementing the city’s highest water alert level. A further update will be posted before 5pm today.
There are no issues with water quality but supply levels could be reduced significantly due to the damage. Alert Level 4 means no outdoor water usage is permitted, but residents are being asked to look at all water usage in their homes and businesses as staff work to repair the Eastern Bulk Main.
City Waters Unit Manager Maire Porter says it’s important for residents to be aware there are no water quality issues, it is simply that the city needs to make the available water go further.
“Until we complete this repair we need everyone to play their part. This is a time when our city can come together to help each other out and we can get through this situation as smoothly as possible.”
Full statement here: myhcc.nz...

2845 days ago

Congratulations to our First Aid Kit winners

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be … View more
We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be damaged or blocked, so include walking.
- Don't wait for an official warning, there may not be time in a local source tsunami.
- Remember long OR strong, get gone.

Visit www.happens.nz... to work out what you will do.

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2846 days ago

'BLEDISLOE CUP 2017 DUNEDIN 27TH AUGUST"

Edie Swney from The Travel Brokers - Edie Swney

Dunedin 2017

Take in all the action of Dunedin during a Bledisloe Cup weekend.
This is the tour for All Blacks fans looking for 2 nights at the beautiful and central Distinction Hotel, an intimate event with special guests from the All Blacks camp, Platinum match tickets and official merchandise. … View more
Dunedin 2017

Take in all the action of Dunedin during a Bledisloe Cup weekend.
This is the tour for All Blacks fans looking for 2 nights at the beautiful and central Distinction Hotel, an intimate event with special guests from the All Blacks camp, Platinum match tickets and official merchandise. Join old friends and make some new ones on what promises to be one of the highlight tours of 2017.

Book now with a30%deposit
• Inclusions:

o 2 Nights at Distinction Hotel 25 August to 27 August
o Daily breakfast
o Eve-of-Test Tour Talk event with special guests and speakers, including Canapés and beverages (beer, wine, soft drinks)
o Official Platinum match ticket for All Blacks vs Australia at Forsyth Barr Stadium
o Official All Blacks Tours Merchandise
*Contact us for flight options.
ALL BLACKS vs AUSTRALIA - DUNEDIN - BLACK
$1,295.00
AVAILABLE

2846 days ago

'Game changing' theatre project

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning all,

Here's the latest on the project to replace Founders Theatre.

Any thoughts on the ideal location and/or form for the building?

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2853 days ago

Poll: Hamilton's best destination playground

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours, we're looking at writing a story proving Hamilton has the best destination playgrounds in NZ. Can you help by voting for your favourite playground in the city? Or make a comment below.
*If you do not want your comment published, please indicae with NFP.
Thank you for your … View more
Hi neighbours, we're looking at writing a story proving Hamilton has the best destination playgrounds in NZ. Can you help by voting for your favourite playground in the city? Or make a comment below.
*If you do not want your comment published, please indicae with NFP.
Thank you for your feedback, the poll is now closed.

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Hamilton's best destination playground
  • 6.3% Parana Park
    6.3% Complete
  • 45.8% Hamilton Lake Domain
    45.8% Complete
  • 6.3% Minogue Park
    6.3% Complete
  • 4.7% Tauhara Park
    4.7% Complete
  • 16.7% Hamilton Gardens
    16.7% Complete
  • 6.8% Claudelands Park
    6.8% Complete
  • 9.9% Dominion Park
    9.9% Complete
  • 2.6% Moonlight Drive
    2.6% Complete
  • 1% Other (comment below)
    1% Complete
192 votes
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