Rototuna, Hamilton

Let's get familiar!

Let's get familiar!

Introduce yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page.

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

478 days ago

Opportunity to back world-leading health research in Waikato

The Team from Momentum Waikato

The Waikato is a centre for world-leading health research, thanks in part to the work of the Waikato Medical Research Foundation.

The population of the Waikato is young, growing and diverse, with its own distinct health challenges and inequities, particularly amongst rural, Maaori and Pasifika … View more
The Waikato is a centre for world-leading health research, thanks in part to the work of the Waikato Medical Research Foundation.

The population of the Waikato is young, growing and diverse, with its own distinct health challenges and inequities, particularly amongst rural, Maaori and Pasifika communities. The Foundation's purpose is to provide seed funding for robust and ethical research into medical and health care that can bridge inequity gaps and improve health outcomes across the board.

Their decision to set up the ‘Waikato Medical Research Foundation Fund’ at Momentum Waikato is all about making it easier for the public to contribute towards the success of the health research sector in the region.

“We are in a position to help make advances right here that have the potential to improve health for the people of the Waikato, and around the globe,” says Foundation Chair Gillian Spry.

“That’s pretty exciting and interesting. We invite people to donate and, through our newsletter, join us in learning about the amazing research work going on here in the Waikato.”

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477 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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486 days ago

Payroll giving + investment fund = win win win

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Coupling IRD’s Payroll Giving scheme with a philanthropic investment fund has been a ‘win win win’ for a Waikato engineering firm, its employees and the social service providers they’ve supported.

Longveld started up its fund in 2019 at Momentum Waikato, their local community foundation,… View more
Coupling IRD’s Payroll Giving scheme with a philanthropic investment fund has been a ‘win win win’ for a Waikato engineering firm, its employees and the social service providers they’ve supported.

Longveld started up its fund in 2019 at Momentum Waikato, their local community foundation, and ever since has dollar-for-dollar matched their team’s donations towards it.

Payroll Giving takes the agreed donations out of pay packets in the same manner as income tax or student loan repayments, with the tax on the donation being able to be claimed back at tax return time.

Once a year the team votes on where to grant a portion of the fund’s income, which Managing Director Pam Roa describes as “a fun process”.

“Our payroll giving and funding vote brings together our support team and our trade crew for a common purpose unrelated to work,” says Pam.

Longveld fabricated Ngaa Pou Karohirohi (pictured) on Hamilton’s city river jetty, a project led by artist Eugene Kara, Ngaati Korokii Kahukura, in collaboration with local hapuu representatives.

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481 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
479 days ago

Waikato, let's celebrate!

The team from PACT (Performing Arts Community Trust)

Waikato, we really want to bring this concert to you! This is a fabulous way to celebrate 100 years of work by local Forest & Bird members. One piece is inspired by our local bats and eels - please help us get this here. Every $ counts! Read more at the link...

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480 days ago

1 of 100 Skin-Hydrating Sets Up For Grabs With NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and … View more
We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and Baptise H2O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel (RRP $52), the perfect combo to use on your skin after a good day out in the garden.
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482 days ago

Witchery splice dress

Dallas from Pukete

As new condition, size 10 (fits 10-12)
Top half is a soft jersey knit

Price: $25

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482 days ago

RPM short dungarees

Dallas from Pukete

As new condition, size 10 :)

Price: $20

482 days ago

Scottish Ceilidh

lochielscdclub@gmail.com from Lochiel Scottish Country Dance Club

To be held at Bruntwood-Hautapu Hall on Sunday 4th June at 7pm. A night of Scottish Country Dance, items, fun and friendship. All welcome. $5 cover charge. Theme: Royal, fancy dress optional.

482 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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483 days ago

Bike for Sale

Sheryl from Pukete

I bought this cute bike about 8 months ago from the Torpedo7 bike shop. The original price was 750 but because I found a chip on one side of the bike that hardly could be found they sold it to me for 650. The price for sale is 5oo now. it's good as new! clean and shiny. I used it to have some … View moreI bought this cute bike about 8 months ago from the Torpedo7 bike shop. The original price was 750 but because I found a chip on one side of the bike that hardly could be found they sold it to me for 650. The price for sale is 5oo now. it's good as new! clean and shiny. I used it to have some quality me time around the Waikato River and to go to work. The reason I am selling it is because I am leaving the country soon. Once you texted, I can send you a clear close-up video as well.

Price: $500

483 days ago

Kia ora Hamilton – It’s Tama Potaka

Tama Potaka

Approaching my 170th day as your MP for Hamilton West, I have actively engaged with our community, listening to your concerns.

The rising cost of living, rampant crime, strained hospitals, and emergency housing crisis are challenges that I recognise. Together with my team, we have collaborated … View more
Approaching my 170th day as your MP for Hamilton West, I have actively engaged with our community, listening to your concerns.

The rising cost of living, rampant crime, strained hospitals, and emergency housing crisis are challenges that I recognise. Together with my team, we have collaborated with community groups and held meetings with local nurses and the Hamilton Police, among others. Our hard work continues, and we will be organising public meetings throughout our electorate, addressing the pressing issues.

Join us on July 5th at 6:30pm at Western Community Centre, where Mark Mitchell will discuss crime in our community.

For any inquiries, please contact my team at Potaka.office@parliament.govt.nz or 07 834 3407. Kia kaha Hamilton West.
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483 days ago

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

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484 days ago

Hamilton Game Hire!

Steve from Premier Party Games

We have Giant Connect Four, Giant Jenga, Bean Bag Toss, Golf Chipping Games, Skittles, Quoits, Croquet, Portable Mini Golf Courses and much more to hire for your Hamilton party.
Go to www.premierpartygames.com... for more info

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484 days ago

Has your pet ever had to be rescued?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

When Ben the dog disappeared into a tomo, his owner had to call the fire brigade.

Thomas Williams had actually been fencing tomo to keep stock out when Ben fell about 15m.

And firefighters have explained how they got the beardie out.

Have you ever had to call in help to rescue a pet?

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