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80 days ago

Poll: Are you pleased with this Waikato med school news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

City leaders are hailing a significant milestone in the region’s quest to establish the country’s third medical school in Waikato.

The Government at the weekend gave the project a green light when it announced that an initial cost-benefit analysis to establish a third medical school based at… View more
City leaders are hailing a significant milestone in the region’s quest to establish the country’s third medical school in Waikato.

The Government at the weekend gave the project a green light when it announced that an initial cost-benefit analysis to establish a third medical school based at the University of Waikato had been completed and had been found to provide confidence for the project to progress to a full business case.

Are you pleased with this Waikato med school news? 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 pleased with this Waikato med school news?
  • 89.5% Yes
    89.5% Complete
  • 2.6% Not really fussed
    2.6% Complete
  • 7.9% No
    7.9% Complete
38 votes
87 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.5% I love it!
    26.5% Complete
  • 31.4% Only in designated areas
    31.4% Complete
  • 42.1% No, it should be outdoors only.
    42.1% Complete
4107 votes
81 days ago

New lottery, new home

Heart Foundation Lottery

Soak up the Marlborough sun with the Heart Foundation Lottery.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in breathtaking Blenheim.

Surrounded by stunning mountain views, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen,… View more
Soak up the Marlborough sun with the Heart Foundation Lottery.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in breathtaking Blenheim.

Surrounded by stunning mountain views, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area.

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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82 days ago

Money pressure's putting the squeeze on planting initiatives

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

With poor farm-gate returns, ‘non-essential’ restoration work is being put on the back burner.

Catchment restoration work on Waikato farms has halved over the past two years, despite farmers being ‘willing’ to fence off land and waterways.

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82 days ago

Te Rapa petrol station that isn’t as computer says no

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It isn’t quite a petrol station without petrol - but it might as well be - for the next couple of weeks anyway.

The Waikato Times can finally provide an answer to the mystery of why the Mobil petrol station in Te Rapa hasn’t been able to sell petrol - since at least last Friday, according to… View more
It isn’t quite a petrol station without petrol - but it might as well be - for the next couple of weeks anyway.

The Waikato Times can finally provide an answer to the mystery of why the Mobil petrol station in Te Rapa hasn’t been able to sell petrol - since at least last Friday, according to one disgruntled customer.

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83 days ago

Double-duty seed tray

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Make a handy seed tray that can also double as a mini propagator. Finish in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Silvered Grey for a sleek look. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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83 days ago

DIY cornhole set

Resene

Cornhole is the perfect game for summer entertaining and the matching scoreboard helps you see who’s winning at a glance.

Finish in contrasting Resene Lustacryl colours or choose complementary colours to suit your home.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step … View more
Cornhole is the perfect game for summer entertaining and the matching scoreboard helps you see who’s winning at a glance.

Finish in contrasting Resene Lustacryl colours or choose complementary colours to suit your home.

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

GARAGE SALE - ROTOTUNA

Marc from Dinsdale

Cranmer Close, off Farringdon Ave, Rototuna

Sat 28th Sept - 7am-midday
Household goods
men's & women's clothes,
Shoes & boots
Garden equipment.
CDs, VHS videos, DVDs ,
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Cranmer Close, off Farringdon Ave, Rototuna

Sat 28th Sept - 7am-midday
Household goods
men's & women's clothes,
Shoes & boots
Garden equipment.
CDs, VHS videos, DVDs ,
Books
Collectible Bears,
crystal glass,
storage items, boxes, storage drawers
Bedding
Downsizing, everything must go!
No holds - FIFS

THANKS FOR VIEWING 😀

Negotiable

85 days ago

Poll: What do you think about the new rules for nangs?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Retailers selling “laughing gas” for recreational purposes can now be prosecuted but the message isn’t getting through to some Hamilton retailers.

A Waikato Times reporter was able to buy a pack of 10 silver bullets at two, out of six stores they enquired at, in Hamilton.

What do you … View more
Retailers selling “laughing gas” for recreational purposes can now be prosecuted but the message isn’t getting through to some Hamilton retailers.

A Waikato Times reporter was able to buy a pack of 10 silver bullets at two, out of six stores they enquired at, in Hamilton.

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

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What do you think about the new rules for nangs?
  • 60.5% I support them
    60.5% Complete
  • 39.5% I don't support them
    39.5% Complete
38 votes
84 days ago

Join us for our 80th anniversary celebrations at Hamilton Gardens!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours, NZ Gardener is marking an incredible 80 years of inspiring and informing New Zealand gardeners and we want to celebrate with you! Join editor Jo McCarroll at one of a series of events across the country to mark this significant milestone. Readers in Waikato can join Jo at … View moreKia ora neighbours, NZ Gardener is marking an incredible 80 years of inspiring and informing New Zealand gardeners and we want to celebrate with you! Join editor Jo McCarroll at one of a series of events across the country to mark this significant milestone. Readers in Waikato can join Jo at Hamilton Gardens. Ticket holders will enjoy:
* an early copy of the anniversary special edition (RRP$16.20).
* a goody bag packed with gardening paraphernalia.
* a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone.
* all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens.
* canapes and bubbles
* spot prizes.
Numbers are limited, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment. We'd love to see you there.

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85 days ago

Support Pots for Tots with Resene!

Resene

Get painting and help Kiwi kids. Buy any Resene 60 mL testpot colour starting with the letter P, O or T and Resene will donate $1 to Plunket NZ.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find all the colour you need to bring out the best in your home.
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85 days ago

Poll: Have you been to an event at Claudelands?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Despite a dip in delegate headcounts Hamilton’s Claudelands events centre insists it’s going gangbusters, securing repeat bookings and taking business off other main centres.⁠

On Monday, in response to Waikato Times queries, the city council said that in June-August 2023 there were 9588… View more
Despite a dip in delegate headcounts Hamilton’s Claudelands events centre insists it’s going gangbusters, securing repeat bookings and taking business off other main centres.⁠

On Monday, in response to Waikato Times queries, the city council said that in June-August 2023 there were 9588 delegates attending business events at Claudelands, and 8829 in the same period this year.⁠

Have you been to an event at Claudelands? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you been to an event at Claudelands?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
85 days ago

Poll: Do you think these spots chosen are good for raised pedestrian crossings?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

New plans for controversial raised pedestrian crossings in Hamilton look set to proceed on Heaphy Tce outside the Jamia Mosque and at a major intersection in Hillcrest.

Staff have recommended to the infrastructure and transport committee that a paired zebra crossing with a raised safety … View more
New plans for controversial raised pedestrian crossings in Hamilton look set to proceed on Heaphy Tce outside the Jamia Mosque and at a major intersection in Hillcrest.

Staff have recommended to the infrastructure and transport committee that a paired zebra crossing with a raised safety platform, refuge island and kerb extension is built near the mosque.

Do you think these spots chosen are good for raised pedestrian crossings? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think these spots chosen are good for raised pedestrian crossings?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Unsure
    0% Complete
  • 100% No
    100% Complete
1 vote
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86 days ago

New Zealand Women's Weekly 70 Years From Pavlovas to Prime Ministers

Cordwainer from Melville

New Zealand Women's Weekly 70 Years From Pavlovas to Prime Ministers
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Random House New Zealand, 2002. Laminated hardcover, large format, 222 pages.

This is a highly illustrated book of NZ Woman's Weekly's 70 years using photographs, graphics, printed ephemera, drawings etc … View more
New Zealand Women's Weekly 70 Years From Pavlovas to Prime Ministers
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Random House New Zealand, 2002. Laminated hardcover, large format, 222 pages.

This is a highly illustrated book of NZ Woman's Weekly's 70 years using photographs, graphics, printed ephemera, drawings etc from the NZWW archives and presented in themes such as fashion and cooking (rather than chronologically).

As the longest running magazine for women in this country, NZWW has recorded the changing face of NZ society for the best part of a century.

Price: $10

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87 days ago

Poll: What do you reckon, should first home buyers get in now?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

First home buyers have until Christmas to get the best deals in the market, real estate agents warn.

As official cash rates both in NZ and the US start to fall, agents in Waikato are urging first home buyers to take advantage of a window of opportunity before lower lending rates draw investors … View more
First home buyers have until Christmas to get the best deals in the market, real estate agents warn.

As official cash rates both in NZ and the US start to fall, agents in Waikato are urging first home buyers to take advantage of a window of opportunity before lower lending rates draw investors back in numbers.

What do you reckon, should first home buyers get in now? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you reckon, should first home buyers get in now?
  • 39.3% Yes
    39.3% Complete
  • 39.3% Not sure
    39.3% Complete
  • 21.4% No
    21.4% Complete
28 votes
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