Saint Andrews, Hamilton

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

5 days ago

Poll: Do you like popping a manu?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

If you’ve pulled off a good manu the first sign will be what you hear, a veteran says.

Bombing is a way of life for Hads Te Huia, who’s an ambassador for the Z Manu World Champs.

Do you like popping a manu? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words… View more
If you’ve pulled off a good manu the first sign will be what you hear, a veteran says.

Bombing is a way of life for Hads Te Huia, who’s an ambassador for the Z Manu World Champs.

Do you like popping a manu? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you like popping a manu?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% Never tried
    0% Complete
0 votes
5 days ago

Poll: Do you think the bottle store should stay?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Bader’s last liquor store is taking the fight to stay in operation to the High Court.

Super Liquor Bader, operated by Deol Enterprises 2012, is appealing a decision by the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority to overturn the Hamilton store’s off-licence.

Do you think the bottle … View more
Bader’s last liquor store is taking the fight to stay in operation to the High Court.

Super Liquor Bader, operated by Deol Enterprises 2012, is appealing a decision by the Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority to overturn the Hamilton store’s off-licence.

Do you think the bottle store should stay? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think the bottle store should stay?
  • 12.5% Yes
    12.5% Complete
  • 62.5% No
    62.5% Complete
  • 25% Doesn't affect me
    25% Complete
32 votes
9 days ago

Poll: Cast your vote for NZ's Merriest Home 2024

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly members across the country have been sharing their festive decor to be in to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home. We've narrowed the entries down to six finalists (our toughest feat yet!).

Now it's up to you!

Click on the name of the finalist to see all of their … View more
Neighbourly members across the country have been sharing their festive decor to be in to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home. We've narrowed the entries down to six finalists (our toughest feat yet!).

Now it's up to you!

Click on the name of the finalist to see all of their photos before you cast your merry vote!

Nishan Wijesinghe from Te Atatu South - See all photos here
Mark Williams from Tamatea - See all photos here
Linda Clack from Cockle Bay - See all photos here
Luke Murphy from Hornby - See all photos here
Joanne Isles from Hokowhitu - See all photos here
Kirstyn Tait from Wigram - See all photos here

The finalist with the most votes will win the title of NZ's Merriest Home and $200 to go toward more Christmas goodies!

You can also enlarge the images below by clicking on them. Happy voting, neighbours!

Cast your vote for NZ's Merriest Home 2024
  • 17.3% Nishan Wijesinghe from Te Atatu South
    17.3% Complete
  • 27.9% Mark Williams from Tamatea
    27.9% Complete
  • 6.1% Linda Clack from Cockle Bay
    6.1% Complete
  • 25.9% Luke Murphy from Hornby
    25.9% Complete
  • 6.9% Joanne Isles from Hokowhitu
    6.9% Complete
  • 16% Kirstyn Tait from Wigram
    16% Complete
757 votes
6 days ago

Taupō hapū to restore public access to popular lakeside reserve

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Taupō hapu has agreed to restore full public access, and even enlarge the size of a popular lakeside campground, at Motutere on State Highway 1.

After a long and drawn out consultation process, with 921 pages of submissions, involving Ngāti Tuwharetoa hapū Ngāti Te Rangiita ki Waitetoko, … View more
A Taupō hapu has agreed to restore full public access, and even enlarge the size of a popular lakeside campground, at Motutere on State Highway 1.

After a long and drawn out consultation process, with 921 pages of submissions, involving Ngāti Tuwharetoa hapū Ngāti Te Rangiita ki Waitetoko, Taupō District Council, the general public, and the Australian-based leaseholder and owner of Motutere Bay Holiday Park, councillors voted to approve a new management plan for the Motutere Recreation Reserve.

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6 days ago

Do you know of a local business doing good?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A cyclone was expected to be the big test of housing aid a Te Awamutu construction firm sent to Vanuatu.

Now the family behind Outdoor Living Evolutions is waiting to hear if structures they helped with survived a 7.3 magnitude earthquake.

Do you know of a local business doing good? Tell us … View more
A cyclone was expected to be the big test of housing aid a Te Awamutu construction firm sent to Vanuatu.

Now the family behind Outdoor Living Evolutions is waiting to hear if structures they helped with survived a 7.3 magnitude earthquake.

Do you know of a local business doing good? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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6 days ago

Garage Sale

Karen from Nawton

Dinsdale Toastmasters club monster garage sale this Sat 21st Dec at the Western Community Centre in Hyde ave. In the big room closest to the skate park/playground. 8am start. see you all then.

6 days ago

Poll: Will the weather affect your Christmas Day plans?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Pack your togs, towels, and an umbrella and raincoat if you’re heading away early as the chances you’ll have a sunny Christmas Day are anyone’s guess.

According to MetService meteorologist Sarah Haddon, weather boffins will have a much clearer picture of what the weather has in store for … View more
Pack your togs, towels, and an umbrella and raincoat if you’re heading away early as the chances you’ll have a sunny Christmas Day are anyone’s guess.

According to MetService meteorologist Sarah Haddon, weather boffins will have a much clearer picture of what the weather has in store for Waikato this weekend as two major weather systems play havoc with their predictions.

Will the weather affect your Christmas Day plans? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will the weather affect your Christmas Day plans?
  • 33.3% Yes
    33.3% Complete
  • 66.7% No
    66.7% Complete
12 votes
6 days ago

Vanuatu family members wait for news after 7.3 earthquake

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Despite frantic phone calls and scouring Facebook, Waikato residents with family in Vanuatu are struggling to make contact after a devastating earthquake.

“To be honest, I’m scared,” said Apia Yawha, an international student who doesn’t yet know how his family is.

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6 days ago

Omelette maker

Carl Vincent from Nawton

Selling omelette maker works well $10

Price: $10

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6 days ago

Meat toaster

Carl Vincent from Nawton

Selling for $10 worked well

Price: $10

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7 days ago

Handcrafted organic candles

Filomena from Flagstaff

My kiddo (12yo) is still making beautifully Christmas scented candles.

There are no nasties in them.
If you need a last minutes secret santa, a especial bit super affordable gift, don't hesitate and flick me a message :)

Negotiable

12 days ago

What's your favourite Christmas song?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's new ones every year, some become classics and some are not so good. What do you consider your favourite Christmas song.

And more importantly, what song would you ban? Share below!

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8 days ago

What do you think about Stephen's efforts?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Stephen Black feels like he’s doing the job no one else wants to do - making Hamilton look beautiful.

The 64-year-old spends eight hours mowing a roadside verge on SH1C fortnightly, if not weekly if he’s not too busy.

What do you think about Stephen's efforts? Is there someone in … View more
Stephen Black feels like he’s doing the job no one else wants to do - making Hamilton look beautiful.

The 64-year-old spends eight hours mowing a roadside verge on SH1C fortnightly, if not weekly if he’s not too busy.

What do you think about Stephen's efforts? Is there someone in your area doing good deeds for the community? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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11 days ago

Small white fluffy dog roaming around Makomako Street

Wylie from Frankton

Kia ora all,

A small white fluffy boy dog has been seen roaming around Makomako Steeet and Kereru Street.

He seems lost and or confused. He seems a bit timid and would approach then flee once he got too close.

I am concerned because he doesn’t seem to be too road-safe.

Hope he finds his home … View more
Kia ora all,

A small white fluffy boy dog has been seen roaming around Makomako Steeet and Kereru Street.

He seems lost and or confused. He seems a bit timid and would approach then flee once he got too close.

I am concerned because he doesn’t seem to be too road-safe.

Hope he finds his home soon ❤️

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7 days ago

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View more
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.

Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.

Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
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