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Hamilton has shivered through its coldest morning of the year so far, plunging to -3.2C overnight - the lowest temperature recorded in the city this winter.
But the chilliest spot in the Waikato region wasn’t Hamilton. That title went to Taupō, which dropped to -4.6C on Friday morning, the … View moreHamilton has shivered through its coldest morning of the year so far, plunging to -3.2C overnight - the lowest temperature recorded in the city this winter.
But the chilliest spot in the Waikato region wasn’t Hamilton. That title went to Taupō, which dropped to -4.6C on Friday morning, the lowest reading across the region this winter.
Were you cold this morning? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The Green Party has launched a petition calling on the Minister for Rail to reinstate passenger rail services across the country, and extend Hamilton’s Te Huia rail service to Tauranga.
Green Party transport spokesperson Julie Anne Genter launched the petition on Thursday, saying it would cost… View moreThe Green Party has launched a petition calling on the Minister for Rail to reinstate passenger rail services across the country, and extend Hamilton’s Te Huia rail service to Tauranga.
Green Party transport spokesperson Julie Anne Genter launched the petition on Thursday, saying it would cost around $10 million to use existing tracks linking the two fast growing cities.
Do you support passenger rail to Tauranga? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Transform an old window into a handy cold frame decorated in Resene Kwila Timber Stain and Resene Lustacryl that you can move around the garden to extend your growing season. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek … View moreThe Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek employment when you’re 50+. Many factors - from financial to social pressures - are keeping people in the workforce longer. The reality is that times are tough, even for our most experienced workers: of those receiving Jobseeker benefit, a third are 50-64 years old.
We want to know: Have you felt overlooked in the job market?
Do you have advice for your community on how to stand out in an increasingly crowded job seeker market?
Share your experience below!
📖 Want to read more from the 'Work, Interrupted' series?
Work, Interrupted: The kids, the mortgage, but no job. What next?
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This is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in… View moreThis is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in any service, sector or field.
Take a moment to nominate the deserving individuals in your life who are making a difference every day, either in our villages or in the wider community.
Follow the link below, and let’s make their stories known!
Rock’s self-proclaimed Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne may be no more, but there is a little piece of the Waikato that will forever be a part of his legacy.
That little piece, specifically, is a field near Ngāruawāhia, not far from the banks of the Waikato River, where Osbourne - who died … View moreRock’s self-proclaimed Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne may be no more, but there is a little piece of the Waikato that will forever be a part of his legacy.
That little piece, specifically, is a field near Ngāruawāhia, not far from the banks of the Waikato River, where Osbourne - who died on Wednesday at the age of 76 - and his band Black Sabbath headlined a three-day event called the Great Ngāruawāhia Music Festival.
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Waikato is facing the most severe residential flood damage threat in the country over the next three decades, according to Government-backed climate modelling.
But for Hamilton couple Delwyn Stanbridge and Lyndon Allen, the reality of that risk arrived almost three years ago - and they’re … View moreWaikato is facing the most severe residential flood damage threat in the country over the next three decades, according to Government-backed climate modelling.
But for Hamilton couple Delwyn Stanbridge and Lyndon Allen, the reality of that risk arrived almost three years ago - and they’re still dealing with the consequences.
Have you looked up the flood risk info for your house? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A new medical school in Hamilton will be good for the Waikato’s health and good for the economy and can’t come soon enough, says the city’s mayor.
“It's well known that there is more need for health services,” said Mayor Paula Southgate.
Do you support Waikato's New … View moreA new medical school in Hamilton will be good for the Waikato’s health and good for the economy and can’t come soon enough, says the city’s mayor.
“It's well known that there is more need for health services,” said Mayor Paula Southgate.
Do you support Waikato's New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
New political polling has the National Party headed towards one term in power, with a majority thinking the country is on the “wrong track”, disapproving of the Government’s performance and a near majority believing it is time to “give another party a go”.
The Talbot Mills polling for … View moreNew political polling has the National Party headed towards one term in power, with a majority thinking the country is on the “wrong track”, disapproving of the Government’s performance and a near majority believing it is time to “give another party a go”.
The Talbot Mills polling for commercial clients, obtained by The Post, is similar to some other polls in recent months in that it shows a marginal Labour-led coalition could govern, if an election were to produce these results. Talbot Mills is also Labour’s pollster.
Do you think National will be out after one term? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Waikato success in hosting the country’s newest medical school ends almost a decade of struggle to get GPs trained for what Kiwis need, right here in the heart of the bustling region.
And the Waikato Times has been there every step of the way.
What do you think of the med school news? Tell … View moreWaikato success in hosting the country’s newest medical school ends almost a decade of struggle to get GPs trained for what Kiwis need, right here in the heart of the bustling region.
And the Waikato Times has been there every step of the way.
What do you think of the med school news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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The island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its … View moreThe island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its obligations, and our failure is being noticed internationally.
Sheridan and others argue that the health of our oceans is declining as they face climate change, overfishing, and pollution. While other nations are championing ocean protection, New Zealand has been quiet on this topic.
We want to know: Are we meeting our responsibilities in the management of our blue territory?
Unseasonable blooms, mild mornings, more rain and record highs have kept the worst of winter away from Hamilton, and are likely to become the new norm.
Anecdotal reports of a much warmer winter in Hamilton have been confirmed by Earth Sciences NZ with the city recording its highest July … View moreUnseasonable blooms, mild mornings, more rain and record highs have kept the worst of winter away from Hamilton, and are likely to become the new norm.
Anecdotal reports of a much warmer winter in Hamilton have been confirmed by Earth Sciences NZ with the city recording its highest July temperature since records began in 1906.
Have you felt warmer this winter? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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