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Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate believes the city can host big hitters such as Taylor Swift with a new theatre on the way and Homegrown making its return early next year.
The Government announced it’s putting $40 million into securing major international events from 2026, as part of a larger … View moreHamilton Mayor Paula Southgate believes the city can host big hitters such as Taylor Swift with a new theatre on the way and Homegrown making its return early next year.
The Government announced it’s putting $40 million into securing major international events from 2026, as part of a larger $70 million tourism fund.
What act would you like to see in Hamilton? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hamilton mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson reckons it’s time the city considered a new “in house” method of dealing with its rubbish and recycling, instead of simply letting foreign-owned companies truck it away.
In an announcement made on Saturday morning, Thomson said collaboration with … View moreHamilton mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson reckons it’s time the city considered a new “in house” method of dealing with its rubbish and recycling, instead of simply letting foreign-owned companies truck it away.
In an announcement made on Saturday morning, Thomson said collaboration with other councils to deliver rubbish and recycling services might work for Hamilton - and it would at least be worth investigating to see if it would be cheaper than the current model.
Do you think councils running a shared rubbish service would be better? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
EDITORIAL: The local body election campaign is in full swing so it’s time to think about who is worthy of your vote. Our coverage is well underway and today we are rolling out a series of stories and videos to help you make a decision.
Senior reporter Mike Mather is on the case armed with a … View moreEDITORIAL: The local body election campaign is in full swing so it’s time to think about who is worthy of your vote. Our coverage is well underway and today we are rolling out a series of stories and videos to help you make a decision.
Senior reporter Mike Mather is on the case armed with a list of curly and not so curly questions for the mayoral candidates who, in our view, have the most realistic chance of winning the Hamilton mayoralty.
Sarah Thomson says she enjoys tackling and finding solutions to all kinds of problems and issues around the council table.
But the Hamilton mayoral candidate’s most favourite thing of all is a growing concern - Literally.
They might have come away from Waikato winless, but record crowds have convinced the Warriors that Hamilton should be home for their women’s team again next year.
The Kiwi club finished their NRLW season on a high on Sunday, with a record-breaking 44-6 win over the Wests Tigers in Sydney, … View moreThey might have come away from Waikato winless, but record crowds have convinced the Warriors that Hamilton should be home for their women’s team again next year.
The Kiwi club finished their NRLW season on a high on Sunday, with a record-breaking 44-6 win over the Wests Tigers in Sydney, which saw them finish eighth (of 12 teams), three points outside the top-six playoffs, in what was their first campaign back after a four-year hiatus.
After 50 years without a sighting, the rare and quirky sailback houndshark has finally been spotted again in Papua New Guinea!
Because it’s been seen so rarely, scientists still know very little about it. But its striking features are already sparking debate about whether it should be given … View moreAfter 50 years without a sighting, the rare and quirky sailback houndshark has finally been spotted again in Papua New Guinea!
Because it’s been seen so rarely, scientists still know very little about it. But its striking features are already sparking debate about whether it should be given special protection, and some have even argued it could become an icon species for Papua New Guinea.
At a time when we so often hear about species disappearing, the return of this little shark is a reminder that nature can surprise us ... and that there’s always reason to hope.
You can read more about the sailback shark here
We hope this brings a smile!
Carter Holt Harvey is looking to close its Tokoroa-based plywood manufacturing plant and import ply from overseas with the loss of up to 119 full-time jobs.
E Tū Union spokesman for the site, Red Middlemiss has this morning confirmed that staff and union members were told on Monday that their … View moreCarter Holt Harvey is looking to close its Tokoroa-based plywood manufacturing plant and import ply from overseas with the loss of up to 119 full-time jobs.
E Tū Union spokesman for the site, Red Middlemiss has this morning confirmed that staff and union members were told on Monday that their jobs were on the line.
Some rosary beads, an embroidered handkerchief, and a handwritten letter.
For many of us such things are ordinary bric-a-brac - the kind of items that clutter our drawers and fill old shoeboxes with the miscellanea of life. For Hamilton mayoral candidate Rachel Karalus, their value is immense.
Anyone wanting the experience of seeing a show at Hamilton’s new $80 million Waikato Regional Theatre should mark off Saturday, March 28 in their diaries now.
That’s when the Soweto Gospel Choir will perform in the soon-to-open facility.
People held onto hats and scarves as a life-size replica of Sir Keith Park’s Hurricane fighter plane threatened to take flight.
Locals, dignitaries, family members and media gathered at the Thames Airfield on Sunday morning to honour a man often forgotten in history, despite being behind a key… View morePeople held onto hats and scarves as a life-size replica of Sir Keith Park’s Hurricane fighter plane threatened to take flight.
Locals, dignitaries, family members and media gathered at the Thames Airfield on Sunday morning to honour a man often forgotten in history, despite being behind a key WWII victory.
Close to 500 people are now earning a living from Hamilton’s new five-star hotel, with crews swarming over the Mistry Centre on Ward St as it transforms into the Pullman Hamilton.
Developers say the headcount — on site and across suppliers — underlines the project’s role as one of the … View moreClose to 500 people are now earning a living from Hamilton’s new five-star hotel, with crews swarming over the Mistry Centre on Ward St as it transforms into the Pullman Hamilton.
Developers say the headcount — on site and across suppliers — underlines the project’s role as one of the CBD’s biggest employers right now, and a bellwether for the city’s confidence.
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Has anyone a lawnmower they no longer use and are keen to sell?
I'm keen to find one that is reliable that I can buy?
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Former sevens flyer Leroy Carter will get his big chance against the Springboks in Wellington.
Carter, the Chiefs and Bay of Plenty left wing, is the notable selection at No 11 for the Rugby Championship test on Saturday which the All Blacks need to win to reclaim the Freedom Cup.
This is very late notice but is anyone going up for the march who live in Hamilton, who could fit in another person in their vehicle, aka, me?
I'd be happy of course to help pay for the petrol..
My ph no is 0275556214 should you want to contact me that way.
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Thought you were past your prime to become a rockstar? Don't sell yourself - or your health - short.
Research published this year has demonstrated that playing music helps keep dementia at bay - no matter how late in life the skill is picked up.
The basic idea behind this research is not… View moreThought you were past your prime to become a rockstar? Don't sell yourself - or your health - short.
Research published this year has demonstrated that playing music helps keep dementia at bay - no matter how late in life the skill is picked up.
The basic idea behind this research is not new - we know that 'cognitive reserve' (learning new things) plays a big role in delaying mental slowdown. But the reminder that "it is never too late" is welcome ...
We hope this news brings a smile!
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