Posts by Waikato Local
481 days ago

Poll: Where do you stand on having Burger King and Starbucks in Tīrau?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A battle is brewing between small town Waikato residents and big coffee as Starbucks eyes Tīrau for one of the country’s first drive-through venues outside Auckland.

But some locals don’t think the international coffee giant and a planned Burger King franchise are the right fit for the SH1 stop-off known for its boutique cafes, bespoke furniture shops and corrugated iron inspired art works.

Where do you stand on having Burger King and Starbucks in Tīrau? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Where do you stand on having Burger King and Starbucks in Tīrau?
  • 0% Bring it on
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  • 0% Not bothered either way
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  • 0% No thanks
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1 day ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 73.8% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    73.8% Complete
  • 16.2% Hmm, maybe?
    16.2% Complete
  • 9.9% Yes!
    9.9% Complete
474 votes
16 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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10 hours ago

What are some of your Festive Tips?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’re gathering the community’s very best festive tips, to-dos, and treasured traditions all in one cheerful place!

🎄 Got a shortcut that saves your sanity?
🎄 A recipe that must make an appearance every year?
🎄 Or a clever idea that makes the holidays smoother, warmer, or a whole lot more magical?
🎄 Got a time-saving holiday hack?
🎄 A tradition that fills your home with cheer?
🎄 Or a crafty idea that turns simple moments into magical memories?

Share your festive wisdom with your neighbours and help make this season brighter for everyone! Click here to go to the page

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