Does Hamilton need any more pokies?
SKYCITY Hamilton Casino have made an application to the Gambling Commission requesting changes to their casino licence conditions.
SKYCITY Hamilton Casino want to add 60 additional gaming (pokie) machines to the casino, increasing the number of machines from 339 to 399. In substitution they are proposing to remove three of their Black Jack tables.
Pokies are the most harmul form of gambling. There are already 424 pokies in pubs and clubs in Hamilton City. Does Hamilton need any more pokies?
The Gambling Commission are calling for you to have your say! Written submissions are due by 17 May 2019. For more information, or to have your say visit: www.pgf.nz...
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
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.
Poll: Do you think this was the right decision?
Hamilton City Council is defending a $60,000 spend on a flood of water management PR featuring a TV personality as residents face huge rates rises.
At a time of council cash constraints, Te Radar - real name Andrew Lumsden - catches the eye on the council’s Facebook page, where he currently features in three “explainer” video clips about Hamilton’s water services.
Do you think this was the right decision? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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7.9% Yes
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81.6% No
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10.5% Not sure
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?
The frustration of seeing a detour sign partway through your journey on the main highways possibly the new way forward when it comes to roadworks.
One of the latest areas to have a section of the road blocked off is State Highway 1 between Putāruru to Tokoroa as part of a massive renewal project that extends down to Waiouru.
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?