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7 days ago

Poll: Are you a Lord of The Rings fan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The famous sign on the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house states emphatically “No admittance - except on party business”.

Bilbo might not have been there to partake himself, but a glorious party, complete with star-studded guest list, was held in Hobbiton on Tuesday night. The occasion was the … View more
The famous sign on the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house states emphatically “No admittance - except on party business”.

Bilbo might not have been there to partake himself, but a glorious party, complete with star-studded guest list, was held in Hobbiton on Tuesday night. The occasion was the release of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.


Are you a Lord of The Rings fan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you a Lord of The Rings fan?
  • 18.4% Yes
    18.4% Complete
  • 13.2% I don't mind it
    13.2% Complete
  • 68.4% No
    68.4% Complete
38 votes
7 days ago

Poll: Will you get a ticket?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

It’ll be 64 years since Waikato last said bonjour to a French rugby test team but that will change in 2025.

The third-in-the-world ranked All Blacks will go toe-to-toe with fourth ranked France at FMG Stadium on July 19 in the third and final test of the three match series.

Will you get a … View more
It’ll be 64 years since Waikato last said bonjour to a French rugby test team but that will change in 2025.

The third-in-the-world ranked All Blacks will go toe-to-toe with fourth ranked France at FMG Stadium on July 19 in the third and final test of the three match series.

Will you get a ticket? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you get a ticket?
  • 10% Yes
    10% Complete
  • 16.7% Maybe
    16.7% Complete
  • 73.3% No
    73.3% Complete
30 votes
5 days ago

Special Children's Christmas Parties in Waikato

Special Children's Christmas Parties

Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas … View more
Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas Parties have been organising these events for over 25 years across a number of main centres throughout New Zealand.
Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.

The annual event is made possible by many local businesses supporting this event including Neighbourly.co.nz.
To be a part of this special event next year, please contact Aidan Belsham - Aidan@scevents.co.nz
Find out more

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6 days ago

Would you like a free copy of our February 2025 issue?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine. We're still on the hunt for tomato recipes, so send your family's favourite way to use up your homegrown harvest, to: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine. We're still on the hunt for tomato recipes, so send your family's favourite way to use up your homegrown harvest, to: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the mag

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6 days ago

Sun shelter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Give your furry best friend a shaded and comfy outdoor nap spot finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman English Walnut.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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6 days ago

Black Kincade Stock Saddle 16'' - Brand New

Amanda from Te Kowhai

I bought this saddle in Australia and sadly have never used it, my loss is your gain …

This is a beautiful saddle with lots of great features:

* soft and comfortable
* finest quality suede synthetic used
* solid brass fittings for durability
* perfectly balanced panels for a happy horse
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I bought this saddle in Australia and sadly have never used it, my loss is your gain …

This is a beautiful saddle with lots of great features:

* soft and comfortable
* finest quality suede synthetic used
* solid brass fittings for durability
* perfectly balanced panels for a happy horse
* solid, long life wooden tree

It’s genuinely brand new, never been near a horse. It’s been stored in the house, on a saddle rack, with a cover on it.

The stirrup leathers are real leather with numbered holes, the irons have a spot on them from being in storage, I haven’t tried to get it off, but have supplied full photos, the girth is 88cm long as shown in the photos.

In Australia these are going second hand for around $500.
www.mustangcosaddlery.com.au...

Pick up from Te Kowhai or Rototuna.

Take a look at the Trade Me ad for lots more photos:
www.trademe.co.nz...

Contact: dicaprio63@hotmail.com

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6 days ago

Black Kincade Stock Saddle 16'' - Brand New

Amanda from Te Kowhai

I bought this saddle in Australia and sadly have never used it, my loss is your gain …

This is a beautiful saddle with lots of great features:

* soft and comfortable
* finest quality suede synthetic used
* solid brass fittings for durability
* perfectly balanced panels for a happy horse
View more
I bought this saddle in Australia and sadly have never used it, my loss is your gain …

This is a beautiful saddle with lots of great features:

* soft and comfortable
* finest quality suede synthetic used
* solid brass fittings for durability
* perfectly balanced panels for a happy horse
* solid, long life wooden tree

It’s genuinely brand new, never been near a horse. It’s been stored in the house, on a saddle rack, with a cover on it.

The stirrup leathers are real leather with numbered holes, the irons have a spot on them from being in storage, I haven’t tried to get it off, but have supplied full photos, the girth is 88cm long as shown in the photos.

In Australia these are going second hand for around $500.
www.mustangcosaddlery.com.au...

Pick up from Te Kowhai or Rototuna.

Take a look at the Trade Me ad for lots more photos:
www.trademe.co.nz...

Contact: dicaprio63@hotmail.com

Price: $950

7 days ago

What do you think about the Commerce Commission's court action?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Daniel Nada wanders the supermarket aisles with calculator in hand and still remembers the two tubes of toothpaste that cost several times what he was expecting.

The budget-conscious shopper is a regular at Hamilton’s Pak’nSave Mill Street, which in the gun for Commerce Commission court … View more
Daniel Nada wanders the supermarket aisles with calculator in hand and still remembers the two tubes of toothpaste that cost several times what he was expecting.

The budget-conscious shopper is a regular at Hamilton’s Pak’nSave Mill Street, which in the gun for Commerce Commission court action for alleged inaccurate pricing and misleading specials.

What do you think about the Commerce Commission's court action? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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36 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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7 days ago

How's the local economy, in your opinion?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Waikato’s optimism is better than its economy - at least, according to an ASB analysis.

The region has topped NZ’s consumer confidence charts for two quarters running but, economy-wise, it has dropped several places in the ASB Regional Scoreboard.

How's the local economy, in your… View more
The Waikato’s optimism is better than its economy - at least, according to an ASB analysis.

The region has topped NZ’s consumer confidence charts for two quarters running but, economy-wise, it has dropped several places in the ASB Regional Scoreboard.

How's the local economy, in your opinion? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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9 days ago

How do you feel about this project being finished?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After two years of road works and a “long struggle” for businesses behind the barriers, a north Hamilton project is finished.

The Borman Road project has been a thorn in the side for those operating in Horsham Village as the Hamilton City Council - through contractors Fulton Hogan - upgraded… View more
After two years of road works and a “long struggle” for businesses behind the barriers, a north Hamilton project is finished.

The Borman Road project has been a thorn in the side for those operating in Horsham Village as the Hamilton City Council - through contractors Fulton Hogan - upgraded the thoroughfare from rural to urban.

How do you feel about this project being finished? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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8 days ago

What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.

Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new … View more
The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.

Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new rules to limit farm to forestry conversions entering the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), including an annual cap on class 6 land, and a moratorium on classes 1-5.

What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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12 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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36 days ago

Who do you want to nominate?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View more
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.

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8 days ago

Poll: Are you buying decorations this Christmas?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Wendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.

Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.

Are you buying … View more
Wendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.

Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.

Are you buying decorations this Christmas? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you buying decorations this Christmas?
  • 5.6% Yes
    5.6% Complete
  • 94.4% No
    94.4% Complete
18 votes
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