Claudelands, Hamilton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

54 days ago

New city mayor to take scalpel to spending, but promises no slash ‘n’ burn

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Jobs are likely to be lost at Hamilton City Council, a rates cap is on the horizon and for Hamilton’s new Mayor Tim Macindoe, “the training wheels are off”.

The Waikato Times sat down with Macindoe on Sunday morning, … View more
Jobs are likely to be lost at Hamilton City Council, a rates cap is on the horizon and for Hamilton’s new Mayor Tim Macindoe, “the training wheels are off”.

The Waikato Times sat down with Macindoe on Sunday morning, less that 24 hours since he got the call confirming his elevation to the top job, where he outlined his priorities for the country’s fastest growing city, and the challenges he will have to overcome.

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61 days ago

Poll: What would bring you back to the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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What would bring you back to the city centre?
  • 25.7% Delicious eats: cafés, restaurants, and foodie hotspots
    25.7% Complete
  • 30.6% Retail therapy: clothing, shops, and unique finds
    30.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Things to do: cinemas, arcades, entertainment
    25.5% Complete
  • 18.2% Services & businesses: the practical stuff
    18.2% Complete
1263 votes
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55 days ago

NCEA Study Books

Angela from Hamilton East

I have a range of unused study books for years 1, 2 and 3, mostly English, Maths, Physics and Economics. The books are between $25 and $40 new. I'm selling the lot for $200 but am open to negotiating individual books. Please text Ange on 021 343 930 of you're interested.

Price: $200

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55 days ago

Free telescope

Angela from Hamilton East

I have a telescope to give away. I can't tell you anything about it as I have never used it but it might be a project for someone interested. Pick up from Hamilton East. Please text Ange on 021 343 930

Free

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55 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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56 days ago

It's D-day for council elections

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Voting closes at noon - here's hoping for a late surge because voter numbers have been pretty low.
Progress results will start rolling in through the afternoon, so keep an eye on our site for updates.

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56 days ago

Break free with Awatere Village

Oceania Awatere Village

Why spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at Awatere today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus your first … View more
Why spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at Awatere today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus your first year’s weekly fees free*.

Ready to escape? Call our Retirement Limbo Hotline on 0800 920 002.

*Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply. Visit retirementlimbo.co.nz for full T&Cs.
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56 days ago

Winner Winner no more: Hamilton eatery closes over unpaid taxes

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Hamilton East restaurant has had to close its doors after its owners went into liquidation over unpaid taxes.

Entertainment 720 Ltd, which owned the Winner Winner restaurant on Grey St, was placed into liquidation on September 9 by the High Court in Hamilton, after a request by Inland Revenue.

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56 days ago

What would you like to see changed at Mystery Creek?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

There’ll be no more sloshing about in muddy gumboots, says the Fieldays chief executive.

Home of the biggest national ag event, Fieldays Society is seeking government co-investment, in the millions, to speed up infrastructure upgrades at Mystery Creek.

What would you like to see changed at … View more
There’ll be no more sloshing about in muddy gumboots, says the Fieldays chief executive.

Home of the biggest national ag event, Fieldays Society is seeking government co-investment, in the millions, to speed up infrastructure upgrades at Mystery Creek.

What would you like to see changed at Mystery Creek? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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57 days ago

Poll: Is it too early for Christmas decorations?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Christmas is more than two months away, but themed products are appearing on shop shelves.
It got the newsroom thinking about a divisive topic - how early is too early to get the decorations out?

What do you reckon? Is it too early for Christmas decorations? Tell us your reasons in the comments… View more
Christmas is more than two months away, but themed products are appearing on shop shelves.
It got the newsroom thinking about a divisive topic - how early is too early to get the decorations out?

What do you reckon? Is it too early for Christmas decorations? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Is it too early for Christmas decorations?
  • 89.5% Yes
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% No
    10.5% Complete
38 votes
57 days ago

The editor on recent news in our ptach

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Editor Jonathan MacKenzie had a chat with RNZ about what's been happening in the Waikato, from the boil water notice to fine dining near Taumarunui.
Click the link to listen, or catch up with all the news on our site.

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57 days ago

Developers buoyed as latest OCR cut fuels growing optimism

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

One Waikato property developer who went from selling zero homes in the first half of last year to 68 in the latter half after the first Official Cash Rate drop sees the latest big cut as set to fuel some much needed optimism.

When the Reserve Bank … View more
One Waikato property developer who went from selling zero homes in the first half of last year to 68 in the latter half after the first Official Cash Rate drop sees the latest big cut as set to fuel some much needed optimism.

When the Reserve Bank sliced another 50 basis points off the OCR on Wednesday, bringing it down to 2.5%, developers across the region felt the lift.

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57 days ago

Furore after new sign ‘bans’ dogs, walkers, horses from Pirongia’s Sainsbury Forest

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The out-of-the-blue appearance of a sign banning dogs, walkers and other users from a Waipā forest has sparked a backlash and a council apology for the “confusion”.

The sign was installed at Sainsbury Forest and the Pirongia Mountain Bike Park on September 5, with symbols showing only … View more
The out-of-the-blue appearance of a sign banning dogs, walkers and other users from a Waipā forest has sparked a backlash and a council apology for the “confusion”.

The sign was installed at Sainsbury Forest and the Pirongia Mountain Bike Park on September 5, with symbols showing only mountain bikers were allowed. Dirt bikes, dog walkers, walkers, and horse riders were not.

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57 days ago

DIY mini glasshouse makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task. Using recycled windows of equal size makes this project a whole lot easier. We painted ours in Resene Bilbao and Resene Bush. Find out how to create and paint your own mini glasshouse with these easy step by step instructions.

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57 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Find out more

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