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188 days ago

Full Steam Ahead: How the Railways Made Britain (book)

Cordwainer from Melville

Full Steam Ahead: How the Railways Made Britain

Peter Ginn, Ruth Goodman. HarperCollins 2016. Hardback 320 pages, colour illustrated.

Inscription on blank inside page, otherwise excellent condition.

The Age of Railways was an era of extraordinary change which utterly transformed every … View more
Full Steam Ahead: How the Railways Made Britain

Peter Ginn, Ruth Goodman. HarperCollins 2016. Hardback 320 pages, colour illustrated.

Inscription on blank inside page, otherwise excellent condition.

The Age of Railways was an era of extraordinary change which utterly transformed every aspect of British life - from trade and transportation to health and recreation.

Full Steam Ahead reveals how the world we live in today is entirely shaped by the rail network, charting the glorious evolution of rail transportation and how it left its mark on every aspect of life, landscape and culture.

Price: $10

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188 days ago

Who gets your vote?

Prospa

The regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.

Your vote puts them … View more
The regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.

Your vote puts them in the running to win a prize package worth over $30,000. Be a good neighbour and make your vote today.
Vote now!

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200 days ago

Poll: Have you submitted to your council about what you think should happen with water services?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A leading Kiwi economist is predicting Waikato Water Done Well will save ratepayers up to $8000 on average by 2044 after taking on an independent review of the proposal.

However, Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says councils who want to go it alone with their water services will not … View more
A leading Kiwi economist is predicting Waikato Water Done Well will save ratepayers up to $8000 on average by 2044 after taking on an independent review of the proposal.

However, Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says councils who want to go it alone with their water services will not cope with increasing demands on infrastructure and “become increasingly isolated”.

Have you submitted to your council about what you think should happen with water services?

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Have you submitted to your council about what you think should happen with water services?
  • 3.1% Yes
    3.1% Complete
  • 96.9% No
    96.9% Complete
32 votes
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188 days ago

Motocross Skills - The Ultimate How-To Ride DVD

Cordwainer from Melville

Motocross Skills - The Ultimate How-To Ride DVD

2004. Excellent condition.

Comprehensive motocross instructional video.

TransWorld Motocross Magazine presents Skills, starring factory Red Bull KTM star Ryan Hughes.

Skills will teach you all the ingredients to make you a better and … View more
Motocross Skills - The Ultimate How-To Ride DVD

2004. Excellent condition.

Comprehensive motocross instructional video.

TransWorld Motocross Magazine presents Skills, starring factory Red Bull KTM star Ryan Hughes.

Skills will teach you all the ingredients to make you a better and more well-rounded motocrosser. Cornering, jumping, starts, braking, passing and even training are all parts of this video.

Price: $8

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189 days ago
191 days ago

How do you think this will affect the Chiefs?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The Chiefs will head to Dunedin minus one of their strike weapons, as they try and sew up top spot for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa will miss Friday night’s final-round clash against the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium due to the cut lip sustained in … View more
The Chiefs will head to Dunedin minus one of their strike weapons, as they try and sew up top spot for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa will miss Friday night’s final-round clash against the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium due to the cut lip sustained in last Saturday’s record win over Moana Pasifika.

How do you think this will affect the Chiefs? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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190 days ago

Morning Art Classes

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Looking to spark your creativity and learn something new? Our welcoming morning art workshops are perfect for beginners and those wanting to explore their artistic side. Choose from Beginners Acrylics, Watercolour, or Well-being Art Therapy sessions—designed to help you create stunning artwork … View moreLooking to spark your creativity and learn something new? Our welcoming morning art workshops are perfect for beginners and those wanting to explore their artistic side. Choose from Beginners Acrylics, Watercolour, or Well-being Art Therapy sessions—designed to help you create stunning artwork while learning fresh techniques alongside fellow artists.
🖌️ Classes run 9:30–11:30am
🗓️ Starting from Monday 28 April

Join our morning art classes here: artsforhealth.co.nz

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193 days ago

Poll: Will you use this recycling service?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Margarine tub lids, sauce bottle caps, jam jar tops, beer caps and countless other vessel-closers can finally get closure with a recycling option now available.

Three supermarkets in the region - New World Te Rapa, PAK’nSAVE Mill Street, and PAK’nSAVE Te Awamutu - have joined a growing … View more
Margarine tub lids, sauce bottle caps, jam jar tops, beer caps and countless other vessel-closers can finally get closure with a recycling option now available.

Three supermarkets in the region - New World Te Rapa, PAK’nSAVE Mill Street, and PAK’nSAVE Te Awamutu - have joined a growing nationwide recycling programme, giving a way to divert these items from the tip.

Will you use this recycling service? 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 use this recycling service?
  • 62.3% Yes
    62.3% Complete
  • 17% Maybe
    17% Complete
  • 20.8% No
    20.8% Complete
53 votes
191 days ago

Create the Perfect All-Purpose Workbench with This Simple Guide

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Make a versatile, easy-to-make workbench perfect for your shed, greenhouse or conservatory stained with Resene Woodsman Smokey Ash. Find out how to make and stain your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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193 days ago

Poll: What do you think about this roading move?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A battle over 28 seconds has erupted into vandalism, outrage, and division on a quiet Tamahere street, after “vigilantes” ripped out traffic-calming measures installed by the district council.

Matthew Scarborough and Lauren McLean, who live on Birchwood Lane with their three children, … View more
A battle over 28 seconds has erupted into vandalism, outrage, and division on a quiet Tamahere street, after “vigilantes” ripped out traffic-calming measures installed by the district council.

Matthew Scarborough and Lauren McLean, who live on Birchwood Lane with their three children, say the act has undermined years of constructive work by residents who had been advocating for road safety.

What do you think about this roading move? 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 about this roading move?
  • 20% Yes to the traffic calming
    20% Complete
  • 35% I think it should go
    35% Complete
  • 45% I'm not familiar with the area
    45% Complete
20 votes
191 days ago

What do you think of this lease situation?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Morrinsville kindergarten paying $155 a year to use council land has asked for a lease extension, or suggested it could be gifted the property to secure its future.

But Central Kids, the owners of the kindy at 20 Rushton Place, could be in for a shock. Matamata-Piako District councillors … View more
A Morrinsville kindergarten paying $155 a year to use council land has asked for a lease extension, or suggested it could be gifted the property to secure its future.

But Central Kids, the owners of the kindy at 20 Rushton Place, could be in for a shock. Matamata-Piako District councillors delayed making any decisions and instructed staff to get a market valuation of the site, and investigate possible new lease conditions.

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

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192 days ago

Poll: Have you tried this sticky chicken?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Along Hamilton’s riverside, where craft cocktails meet bold, modern cuisine, there’s one dish that’s quietly taken on cult status.

At Mr Pickles, the vibe is all urban polish with a side of playfulness - but the star of the show is pure comfort: a plate of golden fried chicken, slathered … View more
Along Hamilton’s riverside, where craft cocktails meet bold, modern cuisine, there’s one dish that’s quietly taken on cult status.

At Mr Pickles, the vibe is all urban polish with a side of playfulness - but the star of the show is pure comfort: a plate of golden fried chicken, slathered in sticky chilli garlic caramel, kissed with Szechuan heat and topped with Kewpie mayo.

Have you tried this sticky chicken? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you tried this sticky chicken?
  • 10% Yes
    10% Complete
  • 60% No, but I want to
    60% Complete
  • 30% No, and I probably won't
    30% Complete
20 votes
192 days ago

Two and a half years on mental health ward - and why there’s nowhere else to go

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A mental health patient spent nearly two and a half years in Hamilton’s Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre mental health facility, with Health NZ saying patients are getting more complex as it gets harder to find housing and support to discharge people.

The patient’s two years and 110 days stay … View more
A mental health patient spent nearly two and a half years in Hamilton’s Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre mental health facility, with Health NZ saying patients are getting more complex as it gets harder to find housing and support to discharge people.

The patient’s two years and 110 days stay in the 60-bed facility was revealed in data released under the Official Information Act and comes as a city homeless shelter says it feels under pressure to act as a mental health facility when people do get released.

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192 days ago

Hamilton-Waikato waters establishment costs up more than 20%

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Ratepayers are facing a 20% higher cost than expected to establish a Hamilton-Waikato waters organisation as the bill hits $7.35 million.

Operating costs of $3.95 million are also outlined in a report to be discussed by city councillors this week and the recommendation is a tick of approval for … View more
Ratepayers are facing a 20% higher cost than expected to establish a Hamilton-Waikato waters organisation as the bill hits $7.35 million.

Operating costs of $3.95 million are also outlined in a report to be discussed by city councillors this week and the recommendation is a tick of approval for the new service to run drinking water and waste water.

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192 days ago

Poll: Do you think we should be doing more about feral cats?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Craig Gillies puts gloves on before opening the chest freezer and pulling out the stiff frozen body of a feral cat.

DOC scientists are collecting the carcasses of feral cats to take samples, testing for toxoplasmosis disease - it’s all in the name of science, and the protection of the … View more
Craig Gillies puts gloves on before opening the chest freezer and pulling out the stiff frozen body of a feral cat.

DOC scientists are collecting the carcasses of feral cats to take samples, testing for toxoplasmosis disease - it’s all in the name of science, and the protection of the critically endangered Māui dolphin.

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Do you think we should be doing more about feral cats?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
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