Silverdale, Hamilton

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

1688 days ago

Who is a council CEO donating part of his salary to?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

You've probably seen some of the headlines about leaders taking a temporary 20% pay cut in the wake the coronavirus outbreak.

Waikato Regional Council chief executive Vaughan Payne is going to donate 20% of his salary to a Hamilton school.

He's spoken about how his own upbringing had an… View more
You've probably seen some of the headlines about leaders taking a temporary 20% pay cut in the wake the coronavirus outbreak.

Waikato Regional Council chief executive Vaughan Payne is going to donate 20% of his salary to a Hamilton school.

He's spoken about how his own upbringing had an influence on his decision. Read more here.

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1688 days ago

Stand at Dawn but stay in your bubble

The Team from Hamilton City Council

If you’re standing at dawn with us, the RSA New Zealand and NZDF this Anzac Day, please stay within your bubble and maintain physical distancing from other bubbles.

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1688 days ago

We're keen to hear about your health care

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait times, better communication or level of care. We'd need you to be happy to be identified and photographed (from a distance). If you think you can help, please email senior journalist Andrea Vance on andrea.vance@stuff.co.nz.

1689 days ago

Hamilton City Council prepares for Alert Level 3

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Hamilton City Council has outlined changes to how the city will operate in a revised plan following the Government’s announcement that New Zealand will move to Alert Level 3 from 11.59pm on Monday 27 April.

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1694 days ago

Single mum's tiny house lockdown

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Following on from yesterday's tiny house story, here's single mum Shaye sharing her experience in isolation

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1689 days ago

Have you seen businesses finding creative ways to work during lockdown?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The people behind the Escapist have gone digital with their Hamilton business.

Normally, people go to a physical escape room, and solve a series of clues and puzzles to get out of it.

But Pamella Ariestia and Geoff Carr moved the challenge online, and have even hosted a group from the … View more
The people behind the Escapist have gone digital with their Hamilton business.

Normally, people go to a physical escape room, and solve a series of clues and puzzles to get out of it.

But Pamella Ariestia and Geoff Carr moved the challenge online, and have even hosted a group from the Netherlands. Read more here.

Do you know of a business which has got creative to make things work during lockdown?

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1689 days ago

Meteor Theatre Buy-a-Brick

Hannah from Silverdale

‘In these times of uncertainty, we’re inviting you to invest in something strong and permanent, something concrete…'

Help The Meteor Theatre cement their place in Hamilton and continue to operate as a space for the community to share creative experiences. BUY A BRICK for their Victoria… View more
‘In these times of uncertainty, we’re inviting you to invest in something strong and permanent, something concrete…'

Help The Meteor Theatre cement their place in Hamilton and continue to operate as a space for the community to share creative experiences. BUY A BRICK for their Victoria Street wall and have your name or a short personal message engraved in Hamilton history whilst donating to the theatre you know and love! Your donation will help ensure that they can reopen the theatre to the public post lock-down and help the arts thrive in our city.

Send them some love and support by visiting nz.patronbase.com... to BUY A BRICK. You can even get $30 off by using the DISCOUNT CODE BR30 at the checkout of your online purchase.

'We’re counting on you to help us keep The Meteor in Orbit.'

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1696 days ago

All eyes on the tiny house

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'

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1689 days ago

COVID-19 free assessement and testing centres

Waikato District Health Board

Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms … View more
Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms - a cough, a high temperature, shortness of breath, a sore throat, sneezing, a runny nose, or a temporary loss of smell - get to your local Waikato CBAC to be assessed.

They are open every day - no bookings or referrals needed. It is safe to travel here during lockdown.

Find your nearest CBAC now at: www.waikatodhb.health.nz/cbac
Find out more

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1690 days ago

Ngaruawahia family turned their backyard into a kid's obstacle course

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

My favourite story from last week: I asked these hands-on parents how they turned some reno scraps into an adventure park (with its own flying fox!) in lockdown.

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1690 days ago

Marking Anzac Day in the middle of a pandemic

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi everyone,

This year Anzac Day will be different.

In the midst of a pandemic, dawn Services are off the cards but Kiwis can still pay their respects on Saturday morning.

We are encouraged to stand at our letterbox, front door, balcony or essential place of work at 6am to remember the … View more
Hi everyone,

This year Anzac Day will be different.

In the midst of a pandemic, dawn Services are off the cards but Kiwis can still pay their respects on Saturday morning.

We are encouraged to stand at our letterbox, front door, balcony or essential place of work at 6am to remember the sacrifices service men and women have made for New Zealand.

How are you planning to mark the occasion?

If you are busy making poppies, decorating your home or something similar, we'd like to hear from you to contribute to our coverage of the event.

Email senior reporter Lawrence Gullery at lawrence.gullery@stuff.co.nz to get in touch.

Stay safe everyone.

Note: The image is from the 2019 dawn service in Hamilton.

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1691 days ago

New Zealand Photography group

Aaron from Enderley

Love Aotearoa New Zealand.
Go and join their amazing photography group.

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1694 days ago

Masters Avenue Superette

Azfar from Hillcrest

Masters Avenue dairy (58 Masters Avenue, Hillcrest, Hamilton) has flour, self-raising flour, yeast, baking soda and baking powder. In case you can't find it anywhere else, we have plenty of stock!

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