569 days ago

State Highway 39 closed due to crash

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A crash between three trucks has closed a state highway in Waikato.

What you need to know:
- Police said they were responding to the three vehicle crash involving two trucks and a tanker truck on Kakaramea Rd (SH39) near Finlayson Road, at Ngāhinapōuri in Waipa. The crash was reported about 9.45am on Thursday and a police spokesperson said there didn’t appear to be any serious injuries.
- A section of State Highway 39 in Waikato is closed after a crash between three trucks.
- Police said there didn’t appear to be any serious injuries.
- NZTA said the highway at Ngāhinapōuri in Waipa would be closed for some time: State Highway 39 was closed between Ngāhinapōuri and Tuhikaramea roads.

People are advised to delay their trips or expect delays as the road is expected to be closed for some time. Diversions are in place.

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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
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1814 votes
1 day ago

1 SLEEP TO GO HAMILTON

Aaron from Chartwell

1 more sleep to go!!!!!!!!!! 🥰🥳🥳🥳
Elliott Park, Nawton Hamilton is the place to be tomorrow for the 11th year of the Annual Extravaganza in the Park Christmas Market 2025 We hope you can join us in this magical day.
What to Expect:

Live Music & a wide range of Entertainment
Pony Rides and Facepainting
Kids Market Stall Zone, Interactive stalls
Over 140 other Market Stalls
The Slush Truck
Delicious Food & Local Vendors from Hangi, Maori Kai and much more.....
Christmas Mini Photography Sessions - Capture your family in a photo from a great christmas gift this year.
Dont miss our special appearance from Santa stopping in from the North Pole to celebrate with us.
A great community vibe and day out
Extravaganza in the Park 2025
📍Where: Elliott Park, Hyde Ave Nawton Hamilton
📅 When: Sat 6th Dec 2025
⏰ 9am-2pm

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1 day ago

Hospital ED new location of interest in measles spread

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Waikato Hospital’s Emergency Department is the latest location of interest for measles.

Two separate days in the last week were listed on Health NZ’s website on Friday morning as a place where someone with measles was known to have visited.

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