Silverdale, Hamilton

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2481 days ago

In need of a post-holiday, holiday?

Readers Rail Tours

Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - … View more
Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - presented by Sunday Star-Times
When: Saturday, 12 May - Friday, 26 May

South Island - presented by The Press
When: Thursday, 19 April - Wednesday, 2 May

Book now and be in to win one of five double-passes to an NZ House & Garden House tour of your choice. Simply quote "NEIGHBOURLY" when booking over the phone or online in the voucher section.
Find out more

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2481 days ago

Hamilton East Heritage Day Festival

Chris Rollitt from Hamilton East Community Trust

Hamilton East will be celebrating its rich and colourful history on the 25th of February. The Hamilton East Heritage Day Festival is being held on Steele Park from 10.00am to 3.00pm.
There will be markets, historic displays, traditional children’s games, funfair rides, vintage tractors and … View more
Hamilton East will be celebrating its rich and colourful history on the 25th of February. The Hamilton East Heritage Day Festival is being held on Steele Park from 10.00am to 3.00pm.
There will be markets, historic displays, traditional children’s games, funfair rides, vintage tractors and fire trucks. Live entertainment on the stage from acts like Big Muffin Serious Band, and The Trenwith’s and Hair of the Dog, complete with Irish and colonial dancers. Penny farthings will be the order of the day.
The Hamilton East Community Trust organise the event, and this is the first time it has been held since the passing of Lois Livingstone.

It will be a great day on the middle of Steele Park, which as Sydney Square was regarded as the “cradle of Hamilton” It is a free community event, and people are encouraged to bring a picnic or get something to eat at the various food vendors available.

For more information, or if you want to have a stall at the event please email Chris Rollitt at hect.hameast@gmail.com

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2481 days ago

Hamilton East Ward By Election

Sarkaw from Hillcrest

Dear neighbours,

My name is Sarkaw Mohammad and I am standing for Hamilton City Council in the East Ward By Election. You may have seen my signages around the city - here is what I stand for. I am 31 years old, a practising chiropractor and own the Hillcrest Spinal Centre where children are … View more
Dear neighbours,

My name is Sarkaw Mohammad and I am standing for Hamilton City Council in the East Ward By Election. You may have seen my signages around the city - here is what I stand for. I am 31 years old, a practising chiropractor and own the Hillcrest Spinal Centre where children are treated free. People make communities and communities make a city. ‘People’ and ‘community’ are at the heart of my focus and their needs should not be neglected in order to give the city a cosmetic change.

I am a proud Hamiltonian and Kurdish by descent. My passion for the city and community means I am fearless in expressing their concerns to expedite change. I am against rates rise, believe we need more sports fields in the Eastward area and support development that doesn’t adversely affect ratepayers. I don’t think we should be charging people for entering our Gardens, and there is no need to invest any more time or money into Garden Place. I support certain aspects of the plan but at this stage going ahead with changes in Garden Place is a matter of we ‘want’ rather than we ‘need’. To ensure the city develops and grows, an increase in rates is inevitable but it should be reasonable and according to inflation rates. For a family of low to middle income, increasing their rates could have a very adverse effect on their financial state. I do not support chewing into people’s pockets to give certain areas in the city a makeover that it does not need at this stage.

I am a former paramedic, a successful businesswoman, and a practicing chiropractor. Having obtained various higher qualifications within the health sector I am a PhD candidate researching depression at the University of Waikato. I can speak four languages, am the founder of the I AM HE(R) Charitable Trust (www.iamher.co.nz) producing films on New Zealand issues, and sit on many community/health boards (including NZ Chiropractic Board, Ethnic Business Network, Hamilton East Community House, and Immigration Trust and Shama’s Advisory Boards). I represent New Zealand on World Federation of Chiropractic’s Public Health Committee.

Hamilton is a very diverse city and the Council representing the city should mirror that – unfortunately it does not. By diversity, I mean age, gender, sex, sexual orientation, culture, background and experience. We need to ensure that Hamilton City Council is a mix of what Hamilton is made up of. Vote Diversity for Hamilton! Please support me and make sure you vote in the by-election. Your voting papers will be mailed to you from 26th January 2018 and you can return them via post by approximately 14th February or drop them into one of the centres by midday 17th February 2018.

Thanks in advance and Happy 2018 to all.

Sarkaw Mohammad

2481 days ago

Poll: Bid to stop flying trampolines

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,

Brian Burne woke last Friday to find a three-metre trampoline in his backyard tangled among hundreds of his prized fairy lights.

It's not the first time it has happened and he's had a gutsful. So much so that he's called on Hamilton City Council to instigate a … View more
Hi neighbours,

Brian Burne woke last Friday to find a three-metre trampoline in his backyard tangled among hundreds of his prized fairy lights.

It's not the first time it has happened and he's had a gutsful. So much so that he's called on Hamilton City Council to instigate a bylaw to ensure backyard trampolines are tied down.

What do you think?

* Note: If you do not want your comments used in follow up stories on this topic then write "NFP" in your comment.

Read more here: bit.ly...

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Bid to stop flying trampolines
  • 67.5% I support Burne's idea
    67.5% Complete
  • 19.5% I don't support it
    19.5% Complete
  • 13% I'm ambivalent
    13% Complete
77 votes
2482 days ago

Helping honour your loved one

Valley Funeral Services

Funeral planning can be a daunting task. That's why so many families choose Valley Funeral Services for their funeral arrangements. We are a family owned and operated business.

We understand that every funeral is different - because every person is unique. We provide services to the … View more
Funeral planning can be a daunting task. That's why so many families choose Valley Funeral Services for their funeral arrangements. We are a family owned and operated business.

We understand that every funeral is different - because every person is unique. We provide services to the community of the Hauraki District, Thames-Coromandel District, and the surrounding areas.

It is our aim to support you in your bereavement. We will assist you in creating a burial or cremation ceremony that celebrates the life of your loved one. A funeral service is a time to say goodbye the way you want.
Learn more about Valley Funeral Services

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2483 days ago

House lot of windows, french doors and door and windows sets

Andrea from Tauwhare

We are replacing our wooden joinery so have two sets of french doors, two sets of door and windows and other windows ( full house set) in reasonable condition. Price negotiable, they are being removed the week of the 15th Jan.

Negotiable

2483 days ago

Come along to our Wintec info sessions in 2018

Wintec

Want to find out how you can get started towards the career you've always dreamed of? Come to one of our info sessions! Talk to our tutors, take a tour of our facilities, and get answers to all your questions Register here and we'll send you a reminder

2483 days ago

The 2018 HSBC NZ Sevens is coming to Hamilton!

MTF Finance

Explosive rugby. Global spotlight. Epic vibe. MTF Finance is proud to be a tournament partner. We'll see you at the games - 3 & 4 February 2018! #mixitup7s Learn more

2485 days ago

PLEASE READ - MISSING CAT - SOUTHSEA CRES

Jess from Silverdale

Our cat Moto has been missing since the 1st-3rd January 2018. We urge you to PLEASE check your garage and garden sheds for us, we are worried he has been shut inside. Moto normally comes home every night and im currently a bit of an upset mess.

We live at 36 Southsea Crescent and my number is … View more
Our cat Moto has been missing since the 1st-3rd January 2018. We urge you to PLEASE check your garage and garden sheds for us, we are worried he has been shut inside. Moto normally comes home every night and im currently a bit of an upset mess.

We live at 36 Southsea Crescent and my number is 027 821 0998. If you have seen Moto, please let me know.

2483 days ago

Wasp Wipeout - Paper Wasps

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and … View more
Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and European paper wasps have gradually made their homes around our houses and fences and over the past few years and while they are useful for some unwanted bugs like the great white cabbage butterfly, unfortunately they aren't picky and have been feasting on our monarch butterfly caterpillar and other useful native bugs as well.

At Wasp Wipeout we are working hard to help raise funds to wipe out the most invasive species of wasps - the vespula (common and German) variety which inhabit a lot of our bush areas and regularly invade picnics and barbecues. To help us fight this species you can donate here

If you want to find out more about paper wasps, you can read the story and watch the video here
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2486 days ago

Wild weather causing a number of outages

The Team from WEL Networks

Please keep yourself safe around power lines during the stormy weather.
Wild weather around Waikato is causing a number of outages across the region with flying debris and vegetation a major cause.

•Residents affected by the outages can stay updated on current unplanned outages on the WEL … View more
Please keep yourself safe around power lines during the stormy weather.
Wild weather around Waikato is causing a number of outages across the region with flying debris and vegetation a major cause.

•Residents affected by the outages can stay updated on current unplanned outages on the WEL Networks website.
•If you see a downed power line stay away. Call 0800 800 935 to report an incident.
•Do not try to remove vegetation from lines or try to move lines. Stay away, call us.
•In an emergency call 111.

2484 days ago

Study trades and horticulture at Wintec

Wintec

Are you hands-on and like working outdoors? Wintec has a range of fee-free courses in trades and horticulture. Come to our info session and find out more about fee-free study in 2018!

When: Saturday, 20 January 2018 - 10:30 AM
Where: Wintec City Campus

We look forward to seeing you there!
Find more fee-free courses here

2484 days ago

WE ARE OPEN

Grey St Motors (2013) Ltd

Grey St Motors is back from their hols and open for business. Call us on 07 856 7777 or call into 376 Grey St Hamilton East (Behind Subway)

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