743 days ago

Massive rates hike of 25.5% on the cards for Hamilton residents

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton city councillors have voted for a proposed 25.5% average rates increase for the next financial year.

The 8-3 vote in favour of the move went through around 7pm on Wednesday night as councillors came to the end of long discussions on the 2024-34 long term plan.

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4 days 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? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
708 votes
7 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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7 hours ago

Save a life this Christmas

NZ Blood

You’ve had the perfect gift all along. Book your blood or plasma donation today. Book to Donate

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