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Hamilton’s development community is cautiously optimistic about new mayor Tim Macindoe’s promises to make the city easier to do business in — but say they want proof, not platitudes.
After years of red tape, sewer shortages and rising development costs, several of the city’s most active … View moreHamilton’s development community is cautiously optimistic about new mayor Tim Macindoe’s promises to make the city easier to do business in — but say they want proof, not platitudes.
After years of red tape, sewer shortages and rising development costs, several of the city’s most active developers say they’ve heard it all before.
Embracing pink in Addictive Eaters Anonymous
At the height of my addictive eating, at my grossest weight, I could not stand the colour pink. I felt repulsed wearing pink because it highlighted and illuminated my heavy set body.
Living life in colour: A new way of living in Addictive Eaters … View moreEmbracing pink in Addictive Eaters Anonymous
At the height of my addictive eating, at my grossest weight, I could not stand the colour pink. I felt repulsed wearing pink because it highlighted and illuminated my heavy set body.
Living life in colour: A new way of living in Addictive Eaters Anonymous
Today I woke early in the morning, dressed in the dark and came downstairs to call my sponsor. After receiving an engaged signal, I went to the bathroom and saw that my slippers and bed socks were pink.
Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, … View moreMonthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, except in December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.
To most New Zealanders he was a prime minister - but for many in the Waikato region, Jim Bolger was best known as the prime mover for a new era of racial reconciliation.
Bolger, who died on Wednesday at the age of 90, was the country’s leader at the time of the formation and signing of the … View moreTo most New Zealanders he was a prime minister - but for many in the Waikato region, Jim Bolger was best known as the prime mover for a new era of racial reconciliation.
Bolger, who died on Wednesday at the age of 90, was the country’s leader at the time of the formation and signing of the landmark Waikato-Tainui Raupatu agreement in 1995, in which the Crown formally acknowledged the wrongful confiscation of 1.2 million acres of Waikato land, with a Treaty settlement of $170 million.
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any… View moreWestpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.
If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.
Matamata-Piako’s bridge painting, panel-beating ‘maverick mayor’ is back.
Ash Tanner has secured the mayoralty of Matamata-Piako, seeing off incumbent Adrienne Wilcock by more than 1000 votes.
Aksel “Danger” Bech will be the new mayor of the Waikato District after comfortably beating his one and only opponent Jacqui Church in the weekend’s elections.
Bech was meeting with council staff in Ngāruawāhia on Monday as he looks to take the reins of one of the geographically largest,… View moreAksel “Danger” Bech will be the new mayor of the Waikato District after comfortably beating his one and only opponent Jacqui Church in the weekend’s elections.
Bech was meeting with council staff in Ngāruawāhia on Monday as he looks to take the reins of one of the geographically largest, and most diverse district’s in the country.
The impact on the on the district of heavy rainfall is looking like twice the cost of the devastating February 2004 floods, according to Ōtorohanga Mayor Rodney Dow.
The assessment comes after a deluge the MetService said was, for some areas, an entire month worth of rain in just two days.
… View moreThe impact on the on the district of heavy rainfall is looking like twice the cost of the devastating February 2004 floods, according to Ōtorohanga Mayor Rodney Dow.
The assessment comes after a deluge the MetService said was, for some areas, an entire month worth of rain in just two days.
Have you been affected by bad weather recently? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A popular community pool in Whangamatā could close if extra funding can’t be found.
The pool attracted about 33,000 swimmers last year, including school children, local clubs, and recreational swimmers, making it a popular community hub and stepping stone for young swimmers.
The news comes… View moreA popular community pool in Whangamatā could close if extra funding can’t be found.
The pool attracted about 33,000 swimmers last year, including school children, local clubs, and recreational swimmers, making it a popular community hub and stepping stone for young swimmers.
The news comes amid a Stuff campaign to teach more kids how to keep safe in the water.
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Police are urging for sightings of a grey ute in relation to Aydan, 39, who went missing over eight weeks ago.
Last seen in Chartwell, Hamilton on Sunday 17 August, Aydan was believed to be driving his 2016 grey Mazda ute, registration QYA209.
Detective Sergeant Jonathan Carter said both … View morePolice are urging for sightings of a grey ute in relation to Aydan, 39, who went missing over eight weeks ago.
Last seen in Chartwell, Hamilton on Sunday 17 August, Aydan was believed to be driving his 2016 grey Mazda ute, registration QYA209.
Detective Sergeant Jonathan Carter said both Aydan's family, and police, are hoping for someone to come forward with information about Aydan’s grey Mazda ute.
“Have you seen a grey ute anywhere? Perhaps you’ve noticed it hasn’t moved? If you've noticed a grey Mazda ute somewhere across the region, we would like to hear from you,” says Detective Sergeant Jonathan Carter.
Police and family have serious concerns for Aydan's wellbeing.
If you have any information, please contact Police via 105, either over the phone or online, referencing file number 250819/5160.
You can also get in touch anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers...
A new chapter is about to be written in the history of Hamilton’s leadership, but three of the city’s former mayors have some strong views on what the words should say.
And Paula Southgate, Andrew King and Margaret Evans are also divided on … View moreA new chapter is about to be written in the history of Hamilton’s leadership, but three of the city’s former mayors have some strong views on what the words should say.
And Paula Southgate, Andrew King and Margaret Evans are also divided on whether incoming mayor Tim Macindoe should appoint Geoff Taylor or Sarah Thomson to be his deputy.
Who would you pick? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Stuff is fundraising to teach 10,000 Kiwi kids safe swimming this summer.
In the article at the link, Stuff owner and publisher Sinead Boucher explains why this campaign matters so much - and why her business is contributing for the first 1000 children to learn life saving skills this season.
Hamilton Police are appealing for public help following a serious assault in Fairview Downs on Monday night.
The incident occurred at a residential address on Northolt Road about 9.25pm on Monday.
Can you help police with information about this incident? Contact them on 105.
The Waikato Interfaith Council is pleased to present it’s Annual Interfaith Service on Sunday 19 October 2025, from 5:00-6:30pm at Lady Goodfellow Chapel at the University of Waikato, Gate 2 off Knighton Road. This year’s event will include contributions from Bahá’í, Buddhist, Christian, … View moreThe Waikato Interfaith Council is pleased to present it’s Annual Interfaith Service on Sunday 19 October 2025, from 5:00-6:30pm at Lady Goodfellow Chapel at the University of Waikato, Gate 2 off Knighton Road. This year’s event will include contributions from Bahá’í, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh communities. 1-hour service, followed by a half hour of networking, mingling and snacks. Free, family-friendly and fun! All are invited. For more information email: <wifconz@gmail.com>.
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