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A trusted deputy, a former councillor, a rescue chopper pilot, and a long-term incumbent should deliver one of the tightest mayoral races in the region when Taupō locals elect their new council.
Lining up for the mayoralty of the fast growing district is incumbent mayor David Trewavas, his … View moreA trusted deputy, a former councillor, a rescue chopper pilot, and a long-term incumbent should deliver one of the tightest mayoral races in the region when Taupō locals elect their new council.
Lining up for the mayoralty of the fast growing district is incumbent mayor David Trewavas, his deputy mayor and former police officer Kevin Taylor (who is also running for a seat on council), real estate agent, former councillor, and ACT party candidate Zane Cozens, and long-time Taupō resident and rescue helicopter pilot John Funnell.
Are you registered to vote in the local elections? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The sight of his severed leg, gumboot still on, spinning in a feed mixer is something Cory McKinnon will never forget.
The Cambridge man was just 23 when a farm accident in Dargaville changed his life forever. Now 35, he still remembers the morning in vivid detail.
It’s very likely to be the top place to see a show in New Zealand - and the view from the top of the Waikato Regional Theatre also makes for a pretty amazing experience.
With the construction of Kirikiriroa’s new $80 million theatre coming together like some particularly well-executed stage … View moreIt’s very likely to be the top place to see a show in New Zealand - and the view from the top of the Waikato Regional Theatre also makes for a pretty amazing experience.
With the construction of Kirikiriroa’s new $80 million theatre coming together like some particularly well-executed stage play, the Waikato Times was offered a rare opportunity to see what only those intimately involved in the project have experienced first-hand.
Have you had a look at the theatre's progress lately? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Accommodation choices for Waikato’s burgeoning elderly population could soon get wider, with three applications for big new developments referred to the Government’s Fast-track programme.
However, a demographer has warned that simply having more retirement villages is not a silver bullet for… View moreAccommodation choices for Waikato’s burgeoning elderly population could soon get wider, with three applications for big new developments referred to the Government’s Fast-track programme.
However, a demographer has warned that simply having more retirement villages is not a silver bullet for the coming “tsunami” of elderly - and what is particularly needed in the region are more “hospital level” facilities and the people to staff them.
Is there enough accommodation choice for Waikato's older population? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
They might be about to go into battle for the right to rule Hamilton, but Sarah Thomson and Tim Macindoe were the picture of co-operation and civility in giving city developers a helping hand.
And it’s a consensus that could prove profitable for the Hamilton City Council in more ways than one,… View moreThey might be about to go into battle for the right to rule Hamilton, but Sarah Thomson and Tim Macindoe were the picture of co-operation and civility in giving city developers a helping hand.
And it’s a consensus that could prove profitable for the Hamilton City Council in more ways than one, with the possibility of selling intellectual property - in the form of a working two-tier building consents process - to other councils for use as a template.
Do you like the idea being able to pay more to get a quicker building consent? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article '… View moreRestructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.
New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.
Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”
Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.
What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
VOTING in the upcoming Waikato District Council Mayoral and Councilor election has never been so important. Check out ALL the Tamahere-Woodlands candidate profiles. Some are incumbent and others are fresh and enthusiastic. Also 'Meet the Candidate' dates and times. … View moreVOTING in the upcoming Waikato District Council Mayoral and Councilor election has never been so important. Check out ALL the Tamahere-Woodlands candidate profiles. Some are incumbent and others are fresh and enthusiastic. Also 'Meet the Candidate' dates and times. www.tamahereforum.org...
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is … View moreBe aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.
For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
I bought these plates from Briscoes. I have loved them, but now it's time for a change.
I have 10 dinner plates. $4 per plate, 10 plates for $30.
I also have 5 bread and butter plates $2 each
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
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.
ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.
The Waikato Interfaith Council is pleased to announce an upcoming concert entitled "Sacred Sounds: A Celebration of Music from Diverse Faith Traditions" on Sunday 7 Sep 2025, 4:00-6:00pm, location: 5 Higgins Rd, Dinsdale, Hamilton, New Zealand. Family Friendly and free! Open to all. … View moreThe Waikato Interfaith Council is pleased to announce an upcoming concert entitled "Sacred Sounds: A Celebration of Music from Diverse Faith Traditions" on Sunday 7 Sep 2025, 4:00-6:00pm, location: 5 Higgins Rd, Dinsdale, Hamilton, New Zealand. Family Friendly and free! Open to all. Hope to see you there!
Bulging primary school rolls have driven council to investigate fast tracking consenting for new school builds.
Details of the fast track probe, and the pressure facing schools across the city, were outlined in an agenda for a Hamilton City Council’s Strategic Growth and District Plan … View moreBulging primary school rolls have driven council to investigate fast tracking consenting for new school builds.
Details of the fast track probe, and the pressure facing schools across the city, were outlined in an agenda for a Hamilton City Council’s Strategic Growth and District Plan Committee meeting.
How's the roll at your local primary? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
ANALYSIS: Hamilton is set for a heavily-populated and feisty election contest for the city’s mayoralty and council seats this year.
Fifty-two individual candidates are standing for the mayoralty (12 contenders), a dozen general ward seats (42), and two Māori ward seats (six), the latest … View moreANALYSIS: Hamilton is set for a heavily-populated and feisty election contest for the city’s mayoralty and council seats this year.
Fifty-two individual candidates are standing for the mayoralty (12 contenders), a dozen general ward seats (42), and two Māori ward seats (six), the latest nominations show.
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