Waikato Hospital, Hamilton

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

184 days ago

Would you like a property somewhere like this?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A recent forced sale has freed up one of the last large hilltop swathes of Raglan for potential development.

Last Friday, 21 Upper Wainui Road, a property with two dwellings, 2.6 hectares of land and stunning coastal views, went under the hammer in a court-ordered sale, reaching a final price of… View more
A recent forced sale has freed up one of the last large hilltop swathes of Raglan for potential development.

Last Friday, 21 Upper Wainui Road, a property with two dwellings, 2.6 hectares of land and stunning coastal views, went under the hammer in a court-ordered sale, reaching a final price of $2,040,000.

Image
V
184 days ago

Physics Science Math English tuition

Vidya from Hamilton East

Hey guys, (please View attached image also)

As a high school Physics, Math and Science teacher, I have realised the urgency of the matter of Math and Literacy struggles. I would like to offer support for our children who are the future. Hence I am starting a tuition centre at my home.

I … View more
Hey guys, (please View attached image also)

As a high school Physics, Math and Science teacher, I have realised the urgency of the matter of Math and Literacy struggles. I would like to offer support for our children who are the future. Hence I am starting a tuition centre at my home.

I intend to charge the minimum while helping as many kids as possible get stronger in Math and Literacy.

If you want some tuition for your child or know someone who needs a teacher, please reach out.

Have a great day!

HamEastTuition.pdf Download View

183 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

Image
184 days ago

As voted by you New Zealand

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Ryman is proud to be recognised as New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care & Retirement Villages once again! So we want to say THANK YOU Aotearoa, for your continued trust and support. Together, we’ll continue building vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.

Here’s to 10 … View more
Ryman is proud to be recognised as New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care & Retirement Villages once again! So we want to say THANK YOU Aotearoa, for your continued trust and support. Together, we’ll continue building vibrant communities where everyone can thrive.

Here’s to 10 more years of trust and excellence! #Ryman #MostTrusted #Community

Click read more for more information.

Image
184 days ago

Hamilton Property Update April 2024

The Team from Megan Smith & Co.

Kia ora neighbours,

We’ve got the latest data from April on the Hamilton Property Market thanks to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand.

- Median house price $740,000
- Median days to sell 46 vs a 10-year average of 39 days
- 27 weeks of inventory vs 26 weeks in April 2023

The property … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We’ve got the latest data from April on the Hamilton Property Market thanks to the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand.

- Median house price $740,000
- Median days to sell 46 vs a 10-year average of 39 days
- 27 weeks of inventory vs 26 weeks in April 2023

The property market in Hamilton is busy, with a plethora of houses available for purchase. It's worth noting that we've witnessed a significant 16% increase in the number of houses sold last month compared to April 2023. The most active buying groups across Waikato are owner-occupiers and first-home buyers, who are still actively searching for their new home, indicating good opportunities in the market.

If you’d like to know more about the current market, whether you’re looking at buying or selling, contact us today so we can provide you with up to date information and inform your decision making

Image
184 days ago

Have you ever watched Punjab dance?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Folk dance experts travelled nearly 13000 kilometers to judge a dance competition held in Hamilton - and with the dazzling display of colour, dance and music on offer, their trip was well worth it.

About 700 people gathered on Saturday to watch 28 teams take part in the Bhangra and Gidha Cup … View more
Folk dance experts travelled nearly 13000 kilometers to judge a dance competition held in Hamilton - and with the dazzling display of colour, dance and music on offer, their trip was well worth it.

About 700 people gathered on Saturday to watch 28 teams take part in the Bhangra and Gidha Cup 2024 - at Globox Arena, organised by city-based Riwayat-e-Punjab Folk and Culture Club.

Image
M
195 days ago

S Steel Stovetop Cleaning

Marylou from Melville

I am desperate to find someone who is experienced in cleaning a stainless steel stove top.The worst one was when I was making soup(about one and a half hours) and I was using a simmer mat. I have found that if I am using the burner for even an hour I get this pale brown "bloom" which is … View moreI am desperate to find someone who is experienced in cleaning a stainless steel stove top.The worst one was when I was making soup(about one and a half hours) and I was using a simmer mat. I have found that if I am using the burner for even an hour I get this pale brown "bloom" which is almost impossible to remove. The pics show that I have got some off but that is using steelo and I can't get around the burner. Please, only give me something that does work, so I don't wreck the thing totally. I can't take my pans off half way through cooking and wipe around, it would be too hot. I'm desperate.

B
185 days ago

Mobile Automotve Solutiond

Bobbi from Hamilton East

Recommend this auto service. Very prompt & easy to deal with. Best of all they came to me.
www.facebook.com...

203 days ago

The latest on city finances

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton’s projected deficit has worsened, while development is on a “downward trajectory” not seen since the Global Financial Crisis.

Those findings were in a report to Tuesday’s finance and monitoring committee hui, as the cash-strapped council battles a range of issues and is … View more
Hamilton’s projected deficit has worsened, while development is on a “downward trajectory” not seen since the Global Financial Crisis.

Those findings were in a report to Tuesday’s finance and monitoring committee hui, as the cash-strapped council battles a range of issues and is consulting on a 19.9% rates rise for 2024-25.

Image
189 days ago

Do you think Nawton's FIFO supermarket should be able to sell alcohol?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A liquor licence that would help sustain new supermarket FIFO after it threw a lifeline to a hard scrabble Hamilton suburb is being blocked by city leaders.

Plans to sell beer and wine at Nawton’s brand new Fresh In Fresh Out (FIFO) supermarket have hit speed bumps with two city councillors … View more
A liquor licence that would help sustain new supermarket FIFO after it threw a lifeline to a hard scrabble Hamilton suburb is being blocked by city leaders.

Plans to sell beer and wine at Nawton’s brand new Fresh In Fresh Out (FIFO) supermarket have hit speed bumps with two city councillors among those raising concerns over the community’s vulnerability to alcohol harm.

Image
197 days ago

What do you think is the best way to help young people into work?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Three years into his apprenticeship, 21-year-old Te Ahurangi King says without support from his local Mayors Taskforce for Jobs he’d be behind in his studies, and probably still using his boss’s tools.

The former Ōtorohanga College student said he always wanted to follow in his father’s … View more
Three years into his apprenticeship, 21-year-old Te Ahurangi King says without support from his local Mayors Taskforce for Jobs he’d be behind in his studies, and probably still using his boss’s tools.

The former Ōtorohanga College student said he always wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a builder. He hasn’t looked back since getting an apprenticeship with DF Building Solutions.

Image
187 days ago

Would you use an electric fence to keep pets in - or out of - your property?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Oakley was a dog who loved to jump fences.

Her owner Sean Preston, whose property backs onto a park in Auckland, was concerned Oakley was scaling the fence and disappearing for hours at a time.

Preston fixed the problem with the help of Waikato-based, global innovation company Gallagher … View more
Oakley was a dog who loved to jump fences.

Her owner Sean Preston, whose property backs onto a park in Auckland, was concerned Oakley was scaling the fence and disappearing for hours at a time.

Preston fixed the problem with the help of Waikato-based, global innovation company Gallagher Group.

Image
187 days ago

Ever had an injury that set you on a different path?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Tom Martin reckons he’s fine with the back to back ACL injury that put him off the rugby field.

Without it, the former aspiring professional player wouldn’t have been given the push to turn his VITOOL invention into a tool that’ll soon be in the hands of the All Blacks and, he hopes, … View more
Tom Martin reckons he’s fine with the back to back ACL injury that put him off the rugby field.

Without it, the former aspiring professional player wouldn’t have been given the push to turn his VITOOL invention into a tool that’ll soon be in the hands of the All Blacks and, he hopes, indispensable in the kit bags of players everywhere.

Image
187 days ago

Find a Retirement Village in New Zealand

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Ryman Healthcare offers the very best of retirement living and aged care with retirement villages throughout New Zealand. You'll find Ryman retirement villages near you, each with a unique personality and a range of living and care options. Gain a lifestyle you can thrive in and connect with … View moreRyman Healthcare offers the very best of retirement living and aged care with retirement villages throughout New Zealand. You'll find Ryman retirement villages near you, each with a unique personality and a range of living and care options. Gain a lifestyle you can thrive in and connect with like-minded people in a welcoming community. 

In addition to independent and assisted living, Ryman villages offer a range of care options. Depending on the village, the levels of care we provide include rest home, hospital, specialist dementia care, and respite care. In some instances we may also be able to offer rest home care in an assisted-living apartment. This option enables you to remain in your own apartment but with a little extra support.  

Click read more for the full article.

Image
G
189 days ago

The Loco Loco Yet Again

Graeme from Frankton

I am currently out of the country , but the other day I saw that NZTA have agreed to extend the Loco Loco 'trial' by another 2 years . They have reduced their contribution from 70-odd percent , to 60 percent . So their contribution is now $12.2 million for the next 2 years .

Now work … View more
I am currently out of the country , but the other day I saw that NZTA have agreed to extend the Loco Loco 'trial' by another 2 years . They have reduced their contribution from 70-odd percent , to 60 percent . So their contribution is now $12.2 million for the next 2 years .

Now work that out . That means the cost for 2 more years is 'only' $20million , of which 'we' pay all of , one way or another .

That is $10 million a year , or $833,000 a month , or $200,000 a week , or $30,000 a day . That is how much it is losing . $30,000 a day . 7 days a week . ( Does it run on a Sunday ? ) . I doubt it gets 300 passengers a day , so that is $100 a passenger a day IT IS LOSING . Yes , every day they light a bonfire , and throw on $30,000 !

But wait -- theres more ! It has already cost about $120 million so far . Over $80 million of that is the capital costs , which are basically worth nothing .

So calculate the capital cost , and the on-going losses , and the $25 return ticket is actually costing ratepayers and taxpayers close on $500 . Per Person . Per Day . For another 2 years !

It is never , ever , ever going to get anywhere near break even , so these geniuses for some reason decide we'll throw more money at it for another 2 years .

Even Len Brown says it should be cancelled ( and he always struck me as being not the brightest , and 'left wing' ) , as does Luxon , Seymour and anyone who knows even the slightest about running a business , or logic , or common sense .

Why , oh why ?

Top