Iwitahi, Taupo

Win a brand new home!

Win a brand new home!

For just $15, you could win a fully furnished home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million. Buy your tickets today!

2423 days ago

Enjoy Coco in comfort.

Stuff Pix

With school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have … View moreWith school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have smiles for days these holidays.

Head to stuffpix.co.nz to watch now.
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2424 days ago

Social Worker - Join our Waikato Rural South team

Oranga from Neighbourly.co.nz

Salary between $39,723 - $72,301

Join a team with a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of this positive and supportive team with heart, and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

Using the latest strengths based … View more
Salary between $39,723 - $72,301

Join a team with a passion for getting things right for its children, young people and community. You can be part of this positive and supportive team with heart, and help children and young people be safe, strong and thrive.

Using the latest strengths based practice tools and assessment frameworks; you will work hard to get quality outcomes for tamariki, rangitahi, whanau and the community

You must have a Social Work Qualification recognised by the New Zealand Social Work Registration Board (SWRB) or full registration with SWRB and a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
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2424 days ago

Examining the past can help protect our future.

Abuse in State Care Royal Commission

The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process … View more
The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process can begin, the Terms of Reference to define the scope and purpose of the Inquiry need to be set. Sir Anand would like to hear your views on the draft Terms of Reference so we can work together to make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of the past.
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2424 days ago

Poll: Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

The Government is set to end offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says "transitions have to start somewhere". Do you support the decision? Take part in our poll or leave a reply. To read more click here.

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Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?
  • 59.1% Yes. It's time to pursue clean energy
    59.1% Complete
  • 40.9% No. It will hit the industry hard
    40.9% Complete
66 votes
2435 days ago

Capture YOUR slice of Waikato *Winners Announced*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Thank you to all neighbours who submitted a photo for this competition, what an amazing selection to choose from! Please know that choosing the winners was not easy. Congratulations to...

- David Weir from Nukuhau
- Desmond Downs from Dinsdale

Our team will make contact with the winners, … View more
Thank you to all neighbours who submitted a photo for this competition, what an amazing selection to choose from! Please know that choosing the winners was not easy. Congratulations to...

- David Weir from Nukuhau
- Desmond Downs from Dinsdale

Our team will make contact with the winners, and a huge thanks to all those who took part.
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*This competition has now closed* Calling all Waikato neighbours just like YOU! We're challenging locals from the heart of New Zealand to capture a photo that you've taken that defines this beautiful region. Attach your photo in the comments below and you'll be in the draw to win one of two $200 Prezzy® cards.

Get snapping! Entries close on 11th April 2018. T&Cs apply. If you need a hand with uploading your photo to the comments you can contact us here.

2426 days ago

Now is your time to choose...

Electoral Commission

If you’re Māori and 18 or over but didn’t get your Māori Electoral Option pack in the mail, you may not be enrolled to vote. Get in touch now. Find out more

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2427 days ago

Grow your own Sichuan pepper in the Waikato

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

When you want to spice up your life, these passionate tree croppers have just the plants for you.

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2427 days ago

Top tips for tulips from Hamilton Gardens pro

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Read this before you pop your tulip bulbs in the ground.

2427 days ago

Top tips for tulips from Hamilton Gardens pro

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Read this before you pop your tulip bulbs in the ground.

2427 days ago

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
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