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It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Upcycle some old photo frames with Resene Lustacryl and Resene testpots and not only will you win points for your environmental stance, but you can also create original one-offs. Find out how to refresh your photo frames with these easy step by step instructions.
Hamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.
Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.
… View moreHamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.
Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.
Do you use the bus system? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View moreRyman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!
In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.
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Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.
Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near … View moreConservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.
Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near Ngāruawāhia, feral cats were “a real issue”.
Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.
If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View moreCome and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Hamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.
But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine … View moreHamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.
But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine the degree of ratepayer benefit from the arrangement.
What do you think of this plan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Pack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.
The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive… View morePack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.
The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive Mark Morgan saying only a few touch-ups were needed at the terminal by contractors.
Hello, neighborly
I am needing a granny flat or a house to rent (not board) for my fiancé and I. I am currently renting but after I am married I need a place for my wife and I. I am needing at the 8th of June at the latest.
If you could message me and let me know of anyone or if you have one … View moreHello, neighborly
I am needing a granny flat or a house to rent (not board) for my fiancé and I. I am currently renting but after I am married I need a place for my wife and I. I am needing at the 8th of June at the latest.
If you could message me and let me know of anyone or if you have one that would be great.
Thanks and God bless
Orlando
Waikato politicians have welcomed law changes aimed at cracking down on boy racers - but one leading road safety campaigner has cautioned the reforms may not work for one simple reason: Stupidity.
“The highest risk offenders are too stupid to understand the risks they’re taking,” said road… View moreWaikato politicians have welcomed law changes aimed at cracking down on boy racers - but one leading road safety campaigner has cautioned the reforms may not work for one simple reason: Stupidity.
“The highest risk offenders are too stupid to understand the risks they’re taking,” said road safety campaigner Clive Matthew-Wilson.
I rarely say no to a new experience. Which is probably why I found myself, a non-swimmer with exactly zero caving experience, zipping into a wetsuit on a chilly Waitomo morning and wondering whether I was about to make national headlines for all the wrong reasons.
But how could I say no? This … View moreI rarely say no to a new experience. Which is probably why I found myself, a non-swimmer with exactly zero caving experience, zipping into a wetsuit on a chilly Waitomo morning and wondering whether I was about to make national headlines for all the wrong reasons.
But how could I say no? This wasn’t just any old adventure. It was my first-ever caving expedition, my debut in a wetsuit, and my introduction one of New Zealand’s oldest tourist destinations. The promise of glowworms and underground wonder lured me in like a moth to a bioluminescent glow.
Are you a caving fan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
There’s a new window washer at a Hamilton high-rise - and it’s a drone.
Cleaning buildings this way might mean more paperwork prep for the company behind it but “everyone loves watching the drone operate” - and a building owner says it works out cheaper.
Would you get a drone to clean… View moreThere’s a new window washer at a Hamilton high-rise - and it’s a drone.
Cleaning buildings this way might mean more paperwork prep for the company behind it but “everyone loves watching the drone operate” - and a building owner says it works out cheaper.
Would you get a drone to clean your windows? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The full gamut of city recyclers will soon be receiving the recognition they deserve.
While naughty red tags and please do better yellow have been around for a while, Hamilton City Council will soon roll out a green variety to highlight households who do a great job each week.
What colour tag… View moreThe full gamut of city recyclers will soon be receiving the recognition they deserve.
While naughty red tags and please do better yellow have been around for a while, Hamilton City Council will soon roll out a green variety to highlight households who do a great job each week.
What colour tag do you think your household would get? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Boy racers have been put on notice: their cars may now be at risk of a presumptive sentence of vehicle destruction or forfeiture, with one minister saying illegal street racing “is not going to be tolerated”.
A sweeping tranche of new laws aimed at putting the brakes on illegal street racing… View moreBoy racers have been put on notice: their cars may now be at risk of a presumptive sentence of vehicle destruction or forfeiture, with one minister saying illegal street racing “is not going to be tolerated”.
A sweeping tranche of new laws aimed at putting the brakes on illegal street racing were announced on Sunday morning in Rotorua by Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Transport Minister Chris Bishop.
Do you think the changes will help stop street racers? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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