4 days ago

Night closures SH16 The Strand

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From Sunday 30 March to Thursday 3 April 2025 State Highway 16 (SH16) The Strand will be closed in both directions overnight between 9pm and 5am from Quay Street/Tamaki Drive to Beach Road.

This is one of the final pieces of work in our Summer works programme to improve the Port area and make it safer and easier for people living, working and travelling around this area.

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you think we need another major player in the supermarket sector?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

This is not a drill. Nicola Willis is on a mission. The finance minister and still relatively new “economic growth” minister has lobbed a huge bomb into the groceries sector: the threat of de-mergers.

In ordinary parlance, Woolies and Foodstuffs might be compelled to sell of some of their supermarket brands or split up their wholesale and retail operations.

Do you think we need another major player in the supermarket sector? 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 we need another major player in the supermarket sector?
  • 85.7% Yes
    85.7% Complete
  • 9.5% No
    9.5% Complete
  • 4.8% Not sure
    4.8% Complete
21 votes
9 hours ago

Fire bosses looking at fourth city station

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Call-out rates for Hamilton’s three fire stations have leapt with city fire bosses now looking at adding a fourth station to keep up with the city’s “fast-growing” population and industrial growth.

Firefighters have been receiving an average of eight call-outs a day, up from six four years ago - a rise that was discussed with city councillors during a briefing from Fire and Emergency NZ’s Hamilton assistant commander Matt Leonard and senior adviser risk reduction George Jensen.

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15 hours ago

How to have an epic retirement

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.

With its beautiful landscapes, outdoor lifestyle, and relaxed culture, New Zealand is the perfect place to make the most of your retirement. And at Ryman Healthcare, you can enjoy top-quality independent living options and exceptional care within a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded people.

Click read more for the full story.

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