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18 days ago

Are you following the cricket?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Simon Finch isn’t one to blow his own trumpet in a personal sense, only a professional one. And he’s brought his star-studded playlist to Hamilton this weekend.

The 51-year-old made his first appearance at Seddon Park as the trumpeter for the Barmy Army as England took on the Black Caps in … View more
Simon Finch isn’t one to blow his own trumpet in a personal sense, only a professional one. And he’s brought his star-studded playlist to Hamilton this weekend.

The 51-year-old made his first appearance at Seddon Park as the trumpeter for the Barmy Army as England took on the Black Caps in the third and final test starting Saturday.

Are you following the cricket? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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18 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the patch ban?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Gang patches are now all but gone at the Hamilton shopping centre where officers made one of the nation’s first arrests on the first day of the new rules.

People around Chartwell’s Lynden Court Mall felt there’d been a definite shift in the three weeks since the ban on gang insignia in … View more
Gang patches are now all but gone at the Hamilton shopping centre where officers made one of the nation’s first arrests on the first day of the new rules.

People around Chartwell’s Lynden Court Mall felt there’d been a definite shift in the three weeks since the ban on gang insignia in public places.

What do you think of the patch ban? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think of the patch ban?
  • 69.4% Good idea
    69.4% Complete
  • 19.4% Won't make much difference
    19.4% Complete
  • 11.1% Bad idea
    11.1% Complete
  • 0% Not sure
    0% Complete
36 votes
24 days ago

Have you ever been wrongly ticketed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A Wellington man was wrongly issued a parking fine and spent over 40 hours going back and forward with Hutt City Council about it.

Have you ever been unfairly fined?

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19 days ago

Donate to support Kiwis' Christmas and Beyond

Salvation Army

The Salvation Army's annual Christmas Appeal, "Give A Little Joy This Christmas," is crucial this year due to rising hardship.

Over one in five Kiwi children face food insecurity, with the situation worse for Māori and Pacific families. Rising unemployment and the cost of living… View more
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas Appeal, "Give A Little Joy This Christmas," is crucial this year due to rising hardship.

Over one in five Kiwi children face food insecurity, with the situation worse for Māori and Pacific families. Rising unemployment and the cost of living crisis are pushing more people into need, but donations and government support are dwindling.

Despite this, The Salvation Army continues to provide vital services, including food, counselling, and lifestyle programmes. Donations, no matter the size, bring long-term change to families, ensuring joy this Christmas and beyond.

For more information on how you can support The Salvation Army's Christmas Appeal, please visit:
www.salvationarmy.org.nz...
or phone 0800 53 00 00
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19 days ago

🎄 Need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for?🎄

Mags4Gifts

Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View more
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.

Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
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23 days ago

Poll: Will you get a ticket?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

It’ll be 64 years since Waikato last said bonjour to a French rugby test team but that will change in 2025.

The third-in-the-world ranked All Blacks will go toe-to-toe with fourth ranked France at FMG Stadium on July 19 in the third and final test of the three match series.

Will you get a … View more
It’ll be 64 years since Waikato last said bonjour to a French rugby test team but that will change in 2025.

The third-in-the-world ranked All Blacks will go toe-to-toe with fourth ranked France at FMG Stadium on July 19 in the third and final test of the three match series.

Will you get a ticket? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you get a ticket?
  • 9.7% Yes
    9.7% Complete
  • 16.1% Maybe
    16.1% Complete
  • 74.2% No
    74.2% Complete
31 votes
20 days ago

Get amongst it this festive season

Triton Hearing

At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every … View more
At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every story, and every cheer like never before.

This festive season, don’t just be present - be at the heart of the fun.

Sonova proprietary research (2024), visit hearmore.co.nz to learn more.
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20 days ago

Special Children's Christmas Parties in Waikato

Special Children's Christmas Parties

Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas … View more
Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas Parties have been organising these events for over 25 years across a number of main centres throughout New Zealand.
Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.

The annual event is made possible by many local businesses supporting this event including Neighbourly.co.nz.
To be a part of this special event next year, please contact Aidan Belsham - Aidan@scevents.co.nz
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22 days ago

New year, new look?

Resene

Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories. Find out more

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51 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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.

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23 days ago

How's the local economy, in your opinion?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Waikato’s optimism is better than its economy - at least, according to an ASB analysis.

The region has topped NZ’s consumer confidence charts for two quarters running but, economy-wise, it has dropped several places in the ASB Regional Scoreboard.

How's the local economy, in your… View more
The Waikato’s optimism is better than its economy - at least, according to an ASB analysis.

The region has topped NZ’s consumer confidence charts for two quarters running but, economy-wise, it has dropped several places in the ASB Regional Scoreboard.

How's the local economy, in your opinion? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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25 days ago

How do you feel about this project being finished?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After two years of road works and a “long struggle” for businesses behind the barriers, a north Hamilton project is finished.

The Borman Road project has been a thorn in the side for those operating in Horsham Village as the Hamilton City Council - through contractors Fulton Hogan - upgraded… View more
After two years of road works and a “long struggle” for businesses behind the barriers, a north Hamilton project is finished.

The Borman Road project has been a thorn in the side for those operating in Horsham Village as the Hamilton City Council - through contractors Fulton Hogan - upgraded the thoroughfare from rural to urban.

How do you feel about this project being finished? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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23 days ago

What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.

Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new … View more
The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.

Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new rules to limit farm to forestry conversions entering the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), including an annual cap on class 6 land, and a moratorium on classes 1-5.

What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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28 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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24 days ago

Poll: Are you buying decorations this Christmas?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Wendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.

Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.

Are you buying … View more
Wendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.

Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.

Are you buying decorations this Christmas? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you buying decorations this Christmas?
  • 5.6% Yes
    5.6% Complete
  • 94.4% No
    94.4% Complete
18 votes
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