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49 days ago

Morrinsville's 'not kicking the can' on growth

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

An historic dairy farm converted into housing and a retirement village in Morrinsville is the latest sign of “exponential growth” to hit the rural service town.

But the mayor says the town is in a good position to accommodate the expansion.

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49 days ago

Poll: Do you think amalgamating councils would be good for Waikato?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

There’s a saying that goes something like this - the more things change, the more they stay the same - and when it comes to amalgamating the region’s district councils, nothing could be truer.

Talk of amalgamating the Waikato region’s multiple local bodies goes as far back as 1989, when … View more
There’s a saying that goes something like this - the more things change, the more they stay the same - and when it comes to amalgamating the region’s district councils, nothing could be truer.

Talk of amalgamating the Waikato region’s multiple local bodies goes as far back as 1989, when around 850 around the country were amalgamated into 86 local authorities.

Do you think amalgamating councils would be good for Waikato? 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 amalgamating councils would be good for Waikato?
  • 17.1% Yes
    17.1% Complete
  • 14.3% Maybe some of them
    14.3% Complete
  • 60% No
    60% Complete
  • 8.6% Not sure
    8.6% Complete
35 votes
49 days ago

Poll: Do you think this is a good idea?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.

Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully … View more
The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.

Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully counting dollars, city bean counters are on the hunt for “value capture” tools to help keep up with demand in the growing city.

Do you think this is a good idea? 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 this is a good idea?
  • 26.7% Yes
    26.7% Complete
  • 6.7% Maybe
    6.7% Complete
  • 46.7% No
    46.7% Complete
  • 20% Not sure
    20% Complete
15 votes
50 days ago

Poll: Do you want the water tower to stay?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Cambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.

However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.

Do you want the … View more
Cambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.

However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.

Do you want the water tower to 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 want the water tower to stay?
  • 92.6% Yes
    92.6% Complete
  • 3.7% Not sure
    3.7% Complete
  • 3.7% No
    3.7% Complete
27 votes
50 days ago

Uni and PHOs working on plan to increase clinical placement options

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.

While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical … View more
The University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.

While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical school, they’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three Waikato-based Primary Health Organisations (PHOs).

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

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50 days ago

Poll: What do you think about sweary submissions to councils?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.

Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues … View more
A furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.

Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues later ruled it was in breach of Hamilton City Council’s code of conduct.

What do you think about sweary submissions to councils? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think about sweary submissions to councils?
  • 28.6% Councils should be able to deal with it
    28.6% Complete
  • 3.6% I'm ambivalent
    3.6% Complete
  • 64.3% They're not acceptable
    64.3% Complete
  • 3.6% Other (explain in the comments)
    3.6% Complete
28 votes
50 days ago

Three years’ worth of cocaine snorted in three months

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More cocaine was taken across Waikato in the last three months than three whole years in the early 2020s.

That’s according to wastewater drug testing carried out by Crown research institute ESR for police.

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51 days ago

Matamata Retirement Showhome now open

Matamata Club

If you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.

While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.

We can’t … View more
If you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.

While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.

We can’t wait to give you a tour!
Find out more

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56 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 88.7% Yes, it's fair
    88.7% Complete
  • 10.7% No, it's unreasonable
    10.7% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
4591 votes
51 days ago

Surreal comics created by man who gave us 'The Tron' receive a posthumous publishing

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

He’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.

A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - … View more
He’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.

A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - with the launch of two books of comics he created.

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51 days ago

Poll: Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Car parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.

Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the … View more
Car parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.

Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the CBD around.

Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge? 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 Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge?
  • 76.7% Yes, absolutely
    76.7% Complete
  • 16.7% Maybe some
    16.7% Complete
  • 3.3% No
    3.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Not sure
    3.3% Complete
30 votes
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56 days ago

Empty paint buckets for school

Deepak from Hamilton East

Require 20 empty paint buckets for collecting classroom decompostable waste

Thanks

54 days ago

Wanted: Black Mondo Grass (To buy or free)

Matt from Claudelands

Kia Ora,

I've been looking for some black Mondo grass plants, I'm happy to come pick these up at a variety of locations in or around Hamilton and also to pay for them if you have medium to large amount for a home landscaping project.

Thanks!,
Matt

Example picture attached :)

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62 days ago

Poll: What do you think should happen here?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Councillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.

However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.

What do you think should happen? Tell… View more
Councillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.

However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.

What do you think should happen? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think should happen here?
  • 9.3% Raised crossing
    9.3% Complete
  • 33% Light-controlled crossing
    33% Complete
  • 50.5% No crossing
    50.5% Complete
  • 7.2% Other (explain in the comments)
    7.2% Complete
97 votes
63 days ago

What do you think of this Peachgrove plan?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A brand new hotel and 167 homes will take the place of Hamilton’s last holiday park, changing the face of a busy Hamilton East spot.

The Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct plan by Hamilton Campground Ltd got the tick from a fast track panel 167 working days after it was lodged with the … View more
A brand new hotel and 167 homes will take the place of Hamilton’s last holiday park, changing the face of a busy Hamilton East spot.

The Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct plan by Hamilton Campground Ltd got the tick from a fast track panel 167 working days after it was lodged with the Environmental Protection Authority.

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

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