Claudelands, Hamilton

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

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18 days ago

Poll: Do you like the 'peanut-about'?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Is it a bean? Is it a peanut? No, it’s a roundabout!
Construction on what might be Hamilton’s most unusually shaped roundabout is set to begin early next year - and residents are puzzling over what it looks like.

The roundabout will replace … View more
Is it a bean? Is it a peanut? No, it’s a roundabout!
Construction on what might be Hamilton’s most unusually shaped roundabout is set to begin early next year - and residents are puzzling over what it looks like.

The roundabout will replace a stretch of road at the Morrinsville, Silverdale and Matangi roads junction known for its high crash rate.

Do you like the 'peanut-about'? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you like the 'peanut-about'?
  • 77.5% Yes
    77.5% Complete
  • 22.5% No
    22.5% Complete
40 votes
15 days ago

Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area. Find out more

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15 days ago

Unique Toys

Jan from Rototuna

Want something your kids will love and play with for a long time. Check out my website to see the two award winning toys. www.shapekids.co.nz...
4 wooden magnetic toys that give kids hours of fun size 18cm to 21cm plus two books learning kids morals. Guarantee they will love them all 4 characters… View more
Want something your kids will love and play with for a long time. Check out my website to see the two award winning toys. www.shapekids.co.nz...
4 wooden magnetic toys that give kids hours of fun size 18cm to 21cm plus two books learning kids morals. Guarantee they will love them all 4 characters and both books

Price: $80

15 days ago

Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament

Jerry from Hillcrest

🎉 Opportunity for FREE Entry for New Players — Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament! ♟️

We’re inviting new young chess players to join our Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament tomorrow, 7 December (1:00–4:30pm) — usually $30, but with free entry or special discounts for first-time … View more
🎉 Opportunity for FREE Entry for New Players — Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament! ♟️

We’re inviting new young chess players to join our Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament tomorrow, 7 December (1:00–4:30pm) — usually $30, but with free entry or special discounts for first-time participants!

🕑 Arrival time: 12:45–1:00pm (must arrive on time to receive the
Venue: 53 Morrinsville Rd, Hillcrest

👦👧 Who can join?
Your child must:
✔️ Never have joined any Chess Power or Swift Horse Chess Tournament
✔️ Never have attended any Swift Horse Chess Classes
✔️ Already know how all chess pieces move
💌 How to register:
Send a text to 0210331078 or email your child’s full name (given name + family name) and year of birth to chess@swift-horse.co.nz
Deadline: End of today — 6 December

💸 Special Discount Structure (based on order of emails received):
1st–3rd: FREE
4th–6th: $5
7th–9th: $10
10th–12th: $15
13th–15th: $20
16th–18th: $25
19th- : $30 (usual fee)

When I receive your email, I’ll reply with your order number so you can decide whether to accept the offer.

Please note: your order may move forward if earlier families give up their spot.
Spots are limited — send your email today!
We look forward to welcoming new young players to the chess family! ♟️😊

--
Jerry Hsiao (B.Sc., GradDip. Tch.)
New Zealand Chess Federation Regionals Organiser
Chess Power Tournament Arbiter
Chess Coach at Berkley Normal School
Chess Coach at Haupatu School
Chess Coach at Silverdale Normal School
Chess Coach at Te Totara Primary School
Chess Coach at Whitiora School
Manager of Swift Horse Cram School

Free

15 days ago

Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament

Jerry from Hillcrest

🎉 Opportunity for FREE Entry for New Players — Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament! ♟️

We’re inviting new young chess players to join our Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament tomorrow, 7 December (1:00–4:30pm) — usually $30, but with free entry or special discounts for first-time … View more
🎉 Opportunity for FREE Entry for New Players — Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament! ♟️

We’re inviting new young chess players to join our Swift Horse Holiday Chess Tournament tomorrow, 7 December (1:00–4:30pm) — usually $30, but with free entry or special discounts for first-time participants!

🕑 Arrival time: 12:45–1:00pm (must arrive on time to receive the
Venue: 53 Morrinsville Rd, Hillcrest

👦👧 Who can join?
Your child must:
✔️ Never have joined any Chess Power or Swift Horse Chess Tournament
✔️ Never have attended any Swift Horse Chess Classes
✔️ Already know how all chess pieces move
💌 How to register:
Send a text to 0210331078 or email your child’s full name (given name + family name) and year of birth to chess@swift-horse.co.nz
Deadline: End of today — 6 December

💸 Special Discount Structure (based on order of emails received):
1st–3rd: FREE
4th–6th: $5
7th–9th: $10
10th–12th: $15
13th–15th: $20
16th–18th: $25
19th- : $30 (usual fee)

When I receive your email, I’ll reply with your order number so you can decide whether to accept the offer.

Please note: your order may move forward if earlier families give up their spot.
Spots are limited — send your email today!
We look forward to welcoming new young players to the chess family! ♟️😊

--
Jerry Hsiao (B.Sc., GradDip. Tch.)
New Zealand Chess Federation Regionals Organiser
Chess Power Tournament Arbiter
Chess Coach at Berkley Normal School
Chess Coach at Haupatu School
Chess Coach at Silverdale Normal School
Chess Coach at Te Totara Primary School
Chess Coach at Whitiora School
Manager of Swift Horse Cram School

Free

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15 days ago

Kitchenware for Sale – Rototuna Pickup

Anton from Rototuna

Scaling down and selling a variety of kitchen items
Priced between $1 and $10.
All items are in excellent, like-new condition.
Items include:
Wine glasses, drink glasses, glass bottles & glass containers
Single and double shot glasses
Steak knives with a stand
Dinner set - cups/dinner … View more
Scaling down and selling a variety of kitchen items
Priced between $1 and $10.
All items are in excellent, like-new condition.
Items include:
Wine glasses, drink glasses, glass bottles & glass containers
Single and double shot glasses
Steak knives with a stand
Dinner set - cups/dinner plates/small plates
BBQ set
Sauce bowl with saucer
Serviette holder
Cup and saucer set with stand
Plasticware
Pyrex bowls
Wooden lazy Susan
Wooden food presentation boards
Meat casserole bowl
Red casserole bowl

Pickup only in Rototuna.
Message me if you’d like photos or details of specific items.

Price: $10

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16 days ago

Garage sale

Heidi from Rototuna

Garage sale
6th Dec
79 Glen Lynne Avenue Queenwood

Negotiable

16 days ago

Waikato honey producers call for bee movement ban

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato honey producers are calling for a nation-wide ban on the movement of beehives to help prevent the spread of an unwanted predator that could decimate the country’s honey industry.

The yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) is a serious biosecurity concern due to its potential to harm … View more
Waikato honey producers are calling for a nation-wide ban on the movement of beehives to help prevent the spread of an unwanted predator that could decimate the country’s honey industry.

The yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) is a serious biosecurity concern due to its potential to harm both managed honeybee colonies and wild pollinator populations, both critical to New Zealand’s agriculture and ecosystem health.

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16 days 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
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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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16 days 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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16 days ago

Bestsellers: A classic bakery lunch

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Tamahere Bakery, 65 Devine Rd, Tamahere

Sausage rolls, pies, brownies, custard slice and much more - there’s no shortage of classic bakery goodies on offer at Tamahere Bakery.

Owner Rotha Kann has been running bakeries since he graduated with a degree in e-commerce over twenty years ago.

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16 days ago

‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.

Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.

There are a few ways… View more
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.

Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.

There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”

A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105

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17 days ago

Poll: Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in the Waikato?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

When tourists take over the streets and parking disappears, where do you find your calm?
Or is summer’s hustle something to enjoy rather than escape?

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Over summer, how do you reclaim your sense of home in the Waikato?
  • 37.5% I enjoy the summer hubbub!
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% Please, give me some peace
    62.5% Complete
  • 0% I escape the region during summer
    0% Complete
16 votes
17 days ago

Turn Wallpaper Scraps into Beautiful Blossoms

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper left over after decorating will mean your décor will be blooming gorgeous, no matter the season. Find out how to create your own wallpaper flowers with these easy step by step instructions.

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17 days ago

Make the holidays easier this year!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.

A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- … View more
We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.

A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed

Click read more for the full list of tips.

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