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Fewer than one in five Waipā district residents say they’re “satisfied” with their council’s overall performance, and faith in its financial management has dropped to a record low.
Council chief executive Steph O’Sullivan said the results of the council’s annual residents survey … View moreFewer than one in five Waipā district residents say they’re “satisfied” with their council’s overall performance, and faith in its financial management has dropped to a record low.
Council chief executive Steph O’Sullivan said the results of the council’s annual residents survey reflect the difficult environment the council and community were operating in, but had stabilised after satisfaction declined post-Covid and began to recover in 2024.
Have you taken part in one of these surveys? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Endangered bats and lizards seem to be more important than the lives of locals, says a Cambridge man opposed to a large sand quarry on the outskirts of the Waikato town.
Earlier this week, a Resource Management Act hearings panel released its decision allowing RS Sand to extract up to 400,000 … View moreEndangered bats and lizards seem to be more important than the lives of locals, says a Cambridge man opposed to a large sand quarry on the outskirts of the Waikato town.
Earlier this week, a Resource Management Act hearings panel released its decision allowing RS Sand to extract up to 400,000 tonnes of sand annually from a site on Newcombe Road.
Do you agree with this perspective? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Make a stylish garden bench using inexpensive fencing timber finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Skywater. Find out how to make and stain your own bench seat with these easy step by step instructions.
Our new Waipa and Waikato West teams are passionate about building great homes in the communities they love.
Because G.J. Gardner Homes is a network of individual owner-operated businesses, you get all the advantages of dealing with local people in your community, backed up by the resources, … View moreOur new Waipa and Waikato West teams are passionate about building great homes in the communities they love.
Because G.J. Gardner Homes is a network of individual owner-operated businesses, you get all the advantages of dealing with local people in your community, backed up by the resources, buying power and security of a national group.
Talk to your local Waipa and Waikato West teams to start your new home journey today.
It is Conservation Week! Do you have any big plans for Conservation Week?
So many native fauna and flora make New Zealand special - show us a picture of your backyard native species in the comments below 💚 Perhaps we can inspire others to find the beauty in our local species.
Spring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of … View moreSpring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.
We hope this brings a smile!
Stolen from Matamata Sale yards, Waharoa Road, Matamata on 29th-30 August 2025
Tandem trailer, flat deck with fold down sides, all galvanised, tie down rails, alloy mag wheels, LED Lights all round. Braked, 3.metres Long deck. Personal Number plate "VATZ" $500 Reward for it's … View moreStolen from Matamata Sale yards, Waharoa Road, Matamata on 29th-30 August 2025
Tandem trailer, flat deck with fold down sides, all galvanised, tie down rails, alloy mag wheels, LED Lights all round. Braked, 3.metres Long deck. Personal Number plate "VATZ" $500 Reward for it's return, or information leading to its return, once trailer is retrieved.
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Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Residents concerned about a Cambridge construction waste recycling facility can breathe a little easier after testing found no asbestos at the site.
The Government-backed ResourceCo facility is on an old quarry and aims to keep up to 72% of construction and demolition waste out of the landfill.
Lovely sweet & juicy, ready now. Cutlers red variety. Koha, or cans for the foodbank.
Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View moreMany of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!
Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.
Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!
Treat yourself to a … View moreHelp your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!
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A castle-like dwelling overlooking spacious fields and a lake also comes with an island.
The property is one of few within the Waikato region valued over $5m on the current market - the price the Government's just announced as the threshold for foreign buyers with the right kind of visa.
… View moreA castle-like dwelling overlooking spacious fields and a lake also comes with an island.
The property is one of few within the Waikato region valued over $5m on the current market - the price the Government's just announced as the threshold for foreign buyers with the right kind of visa.
Do you think Waikato will attract some cashed-up foreign buyers? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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