Massive rates hike of 25.5% on the cards for Hamilton residents
Hamilton city councillors have voted for a proposed 25.5% average rates increase for the next financial year.
The 8-3 vote in favour of the move went through around 7pm on Wednesday night as councillors came to the end of long discussions on the 2024-34 long term plan.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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41.1% 1st December
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17.9% A week before Christmas
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34.6% Whenever you wish
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Riddle Me This, Neighbours! Bet You Can’t Guess It!
Sometimes narrow, sometimes wide, wind or rain, I stay outside.
Even if there’s heat or snow, from house to house I will still go.
What am I?
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Poll: Do you think this is probably the reason?
Work changes, divorces and other life events are probably behind many of Waikato’s loss-making house sales, a realtor says.
Recent figures revealed more than 10% properties resold in Hamilton and Waikato District went for less than what the sellers had paid.
Do you think this is probably the reason? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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50% Yes
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25% Not sure
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25% No
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