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115 days ago

Tips for working in retirement

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting… View more
Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting gears to something more fulfilling or pursuing passions that you now have time for. This might mean volunteering, part-time work, or even starting your own business.

Here’s some helpful advice from Ryman residents in the workforce.

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118 days ago

Poll: Have you come across people begging?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Beggars are taking a softly-softly approach at city supermarkets amid tough economic times, yet authorities are still fielding hundreds of complaints about the practice every year.

Some people are clearly uncomfortable with encounters outside supermarkets, shops and other sites, with Hamilton … View more
Beggars are taking a softly-softly approach at city supermarkets amid tough economic times, yet authorities are still fielding hundreds of complaints about the practice every year.

Some people are clearly uncomfortable with encounters outside supermarkets, shops and other sites, with Hamilton City Council acknowledging it gets hundreds of calls over “begging incidents” a year.

Have you encountered people begging in your area? Tell us about it in the comments. (Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.)

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116 days ago

Poll: Have you ever seen a white tūī?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Maciej Kisiel thought it was a messenger from above when he saw a rare white tūī land in his cherry blossom tree.

The Te Miro resident had taken a break from doing fencing, and was having some mushroom soup with his partner Sarah on Sunday when they saw the bird out in their backyard.

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Maciej Kisiel thought it was a messenger from above when he saw a rare white tūī land in his cherry blossom tree.

The Te Miro resident had taken a break from doing fencing, and was having some mushroom soup with his partner Sarah on Sunday when they saw the bird out in their backyard.

Have you ever seen a white tūī? Answer our poll below, and share any thoughts - or other rare birds you've spotted - in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your comments to appear in print).

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Have you ever seen a white tūī?
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116 days ago

What kind of rubbish have you seen along the river?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The tide of rubbish shows no signs of ebbing. Everything from food packaging and drink cans to supermarket trolleys and Lime scooters litter the banks of the Waikato River where it flows through Hamilton.

Now river warrior Norm Hill is turning his attention to the source of the waste.

What … View more
The tide of rubbish shows no signs of ebbing. Everything from food packaging and drink cans to supermarket trolleys and Lime scooters litter the banks of the Waikato River where it flows through Hamilton.

Now river warrior Norm Hill is turning his attention to the source of the waste.

What kind of rubbish have you seen along the river? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print).

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116 days ago

Growing Great Gardens Workshop Sunday August 25th 11-1.30pm

Rebecca from Cambridge

What to expect - topics including:
• Basic principles in organic gardening
• Propagating your own plants and growing healthy seedlings
• Direct seeding in the garden
• How to plant in the garden
• Plant care and getting the most out of your garden
• Crop planning for a four-season… View more
What to expect - topics including:
• Basic principles in organic gardening
• Propagating your own plants and growing healthy seedlings
• Direct seeding in the garden
• How to plant in the garden
• Plant care and getting the most out of your garden
• Crop planning for a four-season harvest
• Companion planting and crop rotation
Tickets include: Instruction, wooden seedling tray, seeds, planning sheets, companion planting guide.
Register online to book your spot: love-grow-eat-growing-great-gardens-july.lilregie.com...

123 days ago

Have you ever had a bad or awkward shopping experience?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Peter Oosthoek retired near Chartwell Shopping Centre for a one-stop shop for all his needs - but now he can’t go there.

The 66-year-old seeing impaired pensioner was trespassed while doing his fortnightly shopping at Woolworths on July 16.

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117 days ago

No clean-up for city site until squatters go

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Squatters living in a shed at the back of a vacant Hamilton site that’s turned into an unofficial dumping ground just won’t leave.

The owner has tried everything in his power - from pulling down the steel door to calling the cops - but nothing seems to work at the prominent central city site… View more
Squatters living in a shed at the back of a vacant Hamilton site that’s turned into an unofficial dumping ground just won’t leave.

The owner has tried everything in his power - from pulling down the steel door to calling the cops - but nothing seems to work at the prominent central city site that’s become an eyesore.

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117 days ago

Chemist Warehouse Chartwell Now Open!

Chemist Warehouse

Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Chartwell Shopping Centre, near Michael Hill.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team is ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can… View more
Find the new Chemist Warehouse at Chartwell Shopping Centre, near Michael Hill.

With the biggest range of all your health and beauty essentials at the lowest prices and Free prescriptions* - the team is ready to help 7 days a week!

Don't worry if you can't make it in-store, you can shop online 24/7 or use our convenient Click & Collect Service! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Chemist Warehouse - Great Savings, Every Day!
Find out more

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118 days ago

Who would you nominate for a CBD award?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

In a tough time for businesses, both established and new central city organisations are encouraged to have a punt at upcoming awards.

Hamilton Central Business Association (HCBA) has opened entries to 12 award categories, with nominations open until the end of August.

Who would you nominate … View more
In a tough time for businesses, both established and new central city organisations are encouraged to have a punt at upcoming awards.

Hamilton Central Business Association (HCBA) has opened entries to 12 award categories, with nominations open until the end of August.

Who would you nominate and why? Let us know in the comments. (Add NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.)

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118 days ago

What's the strangest thing you've seen thrown away in the street?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Week three of our campaign and we’ve stumbled across the worst littering we’ve seen - right in the heart of our city.

A vacant Hamilton site has become an unofficial dumping ground, with everything from broken kids’ toys to beer cans. Even an empty Christmas stocking is among the debris - … View more
Week three of our campaign and we’ve stumbled across the worst littering we’ve seen - right in the heart of our city.

A vacant Hamilton site has become an unofficial dumping ground, with everything from broken kids’ toys to beer cans. Even an empty Christmas stocking is among the debris - which comes with absolutely no festive cheer.

What's the strangest thing you've seen thrown away in the street? Let us know in the comments. (Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.)

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118 days ago

Leadlight lamp

Peter from Tamahere

Lamp is 62cm high.in good condition.

Price: $140

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119 days ago

SOLD

Dianne from Hillcrest

Elba by Fisher and Paykel brand, runs well, clean. Surplus to requirements. Buyer must pick up, cash only thanks. Phone/txt 021851882 to arrange pick up.

Price: $95

120 days ago

Ballet Character Shoes

Fiona from Matamata

Ballet Character shoes - Harlequin Shoes
Black canvas
Soft sole

21 cm long
heel 3cm high

Price: $10

120 days ago

Ballet Character Shoes

Fiona from Matamata

Ballet Character shoes - Harlequin Shoes
Black canvas
Soft sole

23.5 cm long
heel 4cm high

Price: $10

124 days ago

What do you think would reduce the amount of rubbish in the city?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Our campaign to clean up the rubbish in our city has struck a chord with readers. We said Hamilton can do better, and you agree. Our Saturday lead story had the most comments we’ve had, and the editor’s inbox has been flooded with responses.

How do you think we can reduce the amount of … View more
Our campaign to clean up the rubbish in our city has struck a chord with readers. We said Hamilton can do better, and you agree. Our Saturday lead story had the most comments we’ve had, and the editor’s inbox has been flooded with responses.

How do you think we can reduce the amount of rubbish in the city? Let us know in the comments. (Please add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.)

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