Temple View, Hamilton

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294 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View more
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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297 days ago

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View more
Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000.
Nominate now

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297 days ago

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View more
If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today.
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300 days ago

Ever had a tree dispute with a neighbour?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It’s a tale as old as time; a tree on a property boundary, and two neighbours who can’t agree about whether to cut it down.

Vicky and Ian Vercoe’s ongoing dispute with their neighbour about her palm trees has come to a head, but there’s really not much they can do about it.

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297 days ago

Your guide to crystals for the month

Michelle from The Crystal Point

February birth month crystals - Amethyst, bloodstone, onyx and moonstone. Are you born in the month of February? Which gemstone resonates for you? Born at the beginning of the month, Aquarius people are said to be intelligent, independent and quirky. Born after the 19th, Pisces are said to be … View moreFebruary birth month crystals - Amethyst, bloodstone, onyx and moonstone. Are you born in the month of February? Which gemstone resonates for you? Born at the beginning of the month, Aquarius people are said to be intelligent, independent and quirky. Born after the 19th, Pisces are said to be kind, compassionate and easy going. But known to also get lost in your daydreams.

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297 days ago

Who managed to get Nightglow tickets?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The sold out sign has gone up for the Balloons over Waikato’s popular Zuru Nightglow event.

The free tickets went live on Ticketek at 9am on Monday and by around 9.20am the 30,000 tickets had all been allocated, the event’s Facebook page stated.

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297 days ago

Did you check out Meatstock?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Barbecue and music festival Meatstock was a resounding success at Mystery Creek, while organisers hope to stage the event in Hamilton again next year.

Waikato Times was on hand to soak up the smoke tinged atmosphere on Sunday, following a sell out crowd on Saturday.

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302 days ago

What do you think about cutting council jobs to cut rates?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton’s council is proposing to further slash staff and contractor numbers in a bid to save $104m over the next decade and keep rate increases down.

Councillors Ewan Wilson and Emma Pike brought a plan to the council table during Tuesday’s budget meeting for the draft 2024-34 Long-Term … View more
Hamilton’s council is proposing to further slash staff and contractor numbers in a bid to save $104m over the next decade and keep rate increases down.

Councillors Ewan Wilson and Emma Pike brought a plan to the council table during Tuesday’s budget meeting for the draft 2024-34 Long-Term Plan.

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300 days ago

It's time to celebrate with us

Michelle from The Crystal Point

This year marks our 4th birthday. Children's Colouring in competition instore. Collect an entry instore or print one of these and bring it in. We have 3 prizes to giveaway. Remember to put your name on the back along with parents name and phone number. Thank you. Drawn Saturday 9th … View moreThis year marks our 4th birthday. Children's Colouring in competition instore. Collect an entry instore or print one of these and bring it in. We have 3 prizes to giveaway. Remember to put your name on the back along with parents name and phone number. Thank you. Drawn Saturday 9th March. There will also be birthday cupcakes :-)

300 days ago

Will you be heading to the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Although the beloved Founders Theatre is coming down this year, the Hamilton arts scene is still kicking, and the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival, which launches today, is here to prove it.

With record ticket sales, multiple sold-out shows, and 30% of ticket sales coming from outside the Waikato … View more
Although the beloved Founders Theatre is coming down this year, the Hamilton arts scene is still kicking, and the 2024 Hamilton Arts Festival, which launches today, is here to prove it.

With record ticket sales, multiple sold-out shows, and 30% of ticket sales coming from outside the Waikato region, this year’s festival looks set to give Hamilton a refreshed reputation for vibrant and show-stopping entertainment.

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300 days ago
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300 days ago

Barbeque

Debs from Nawton

it is on the curbside - first in first served

just needs a bit of TLC

Free

300 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
Find out more

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301 days ago

Rubik's Roller Disco

Russelle from Nawton

Hamilton Roller Skating Club Disco
Sat 24th February,
7.00 to 9.00pm
Melville Park
$5.00 Entry includes skate hire

Theme Rubik's Cube... Dress up in your favourite Rubik's Cube Colour from head to toe and roll along for an evening of fun.
Suitable for all ages.
snacks and … View more
Hamilton Roller Skating Club Disco
Sat 24th February,
7.00 to 9.00pm
Melville Park
$5.00 Entry includes skate hire

Theme Rubik's Cube... Dress up in your favourite Rubik's Cube Colour from head to toe and roll along for an evening of fun.
Suitable for all ages.
snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Fundraiser for our Artistic Roller Skating Nationals Team.
You may have read about our recent fire, some damage aand equipment lost but we are up and running.

Check out our Facebook page for more info

301 days ago

What else would you like to see at the inland port?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Global freight giant Maersk has chosen Hamilton to make its biggest infrastructure investment in New Zealand.

Gigantic fridge-like rooms at the Ruakura Superhub have 30,000 pallet spaces and temperatures sink to a super-chilled -18 degrees.

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