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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 moreThe 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).
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 moreA 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).
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.
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 moreIf 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!
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.
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 moreHe’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.
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 moreCar 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).
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 moreCouncillors 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).
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 moreA 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).
Zoning standards that allow three homes at up to three storeys high on a section without specific consents are coming to Waikato under the proposed district plan.
However, a council boss expects more granny flats than a sudden high-rise boom.
What do you think about this change? Tell us your … View moreZoning standards that allow three homes at up to three storeys high on a section without specific consents are coming to Waikato under the proposed district plan.
However, a council boss expects more granny flats than a sudden high-rise boom.
What do you think about this change? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Rental prices on Trade Me have dropped but Hamilton seems to have missed the memo with city property managers saying that’s not what they are seeing.
The latest Trade Me rental price index shows prices have fallen to an eight month low, with the median cost of a rental in the Waikato at $580 -… View moreRental prices on Trade Me have dropped but Hamilton seems to have missed the memo with city property managers saying that’s not what they are seeing.
The latest Trade Me rental price index shows prices have fallen to an eight month low, with the median cost of a rental in the Waikato at $580 - down 0.9%.
If you're renting, what are you seeing? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
With three basic ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can give old containers new life with Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Venetian plaster finishes are on-trend at the moment, so why not recreate this look at home and cover that unsightly rangehood at the same time?
Find out how to create your own with Resene Sandtex and these easy step by step instructions.
A luxury spa resort in a prime location is proving to be a hard sell and has been on the market for almost a year.
But it’s not the first time Karapiro Lakeside Health and Wellness Resort has found itself in a quandry.
What do you think would be the best fit for this Karapiro property? Tell… View moreA luxury spa resort in a prime location is proving to be a hard sell and has been on the market for almost a year.
But it’s not the first time Karapiro Lakeside Health and Wellness Resort has found itself in a quandry.
What do you think would be the best fit for this Karapiro property? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Waikato borrowers are struggling to pay their debts and Afterpay, Covid, and a lack of financial nous are largely to blame, says a Hamilton financial advisor.
Statistics from credit reporting company Centrix show high percentages of financial hardship and home loan arrears across many parts of … View moreWaikato borrowers are struggling to pay their debts and Afterpay, Covid, and a lack of financial nous are largely to blame, says a Hamilton financial advisor.
Statistics from credit reporting company Centrix show high percentages of financial hardship and home loan arrears across many parts of New Zealand, including Waikato.
How's your household finding things in this financial climate? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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