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Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.
So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!
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Hamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current … View moreHamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current black bag collection with separate wheeled bins for rubbish and recycling, a smaller separate food waste collection bin and using the existing recycling crates for glass only.
Waste Minimisation Advisor Charlotte Catmur says the current recycling service, which was established in 2002, is no longer ‘fit for purpose’ so the new service will be a major step forward for the city aligning it with other leading Councils in New Zealand. As part of the new service there will be assisted collections to help physically impaired or elderly residents and special services for intensive housing areas that cannot be serviced effectively through this kerbside collection service.
The new service is designed to increase Hamilton’s recycling rate from 29 per cent (by weight) to 50 per cent, which would mean diverting more than 100,000 tonnes of waste from landfill in the 10 years from 2020/21.
Check out Fight the Landfill to double check your collection days
A virtual reality arcade is opening in Garden Place next month - will you be trying out this modern form of gaming?
Let us know in the comments below!
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Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.
Morning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers … View moreMorning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers whether they want a straw rather than automatically dishing them out with every drink? Let us know in the poll and comments below, but please refrain from negative discussion.
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When you arrive at Mrs Krishnan's, make sure you don't fiddle with the stock. It may seem like the …
The Loaded WaiBOP Premiership's title race appears to have narrowed to a two horse race, as both Fly…
1935 Trailer, this was my grandads, then my dads now its been sitting in the corner of my brothers section for a couple years deteriorating away. Its rather rusty an the wood is brittle.Rego expired Jan 2017.
Selling as is where is, im not sure if it can safely be towed away. I would post more … View more1935 Trailer, this was my grandads, then my dads now its been sitting in the corner of my brothers section for a couple years deteriorating away. Its rather rusty an the wood is brittle.Rego expired Jan 2017.
Selling as is where is, im not sure if it can safely be towed away. I would post more photos but attachments are to big. I can email anyone alot more photos.
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Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" … View moreHi Hamilton,
Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" Click here to read his reasons why.
So what are your thoughts on the topic? Do you agree or disagree with our reporter? Let us know your parking experiences in the replies!
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Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View moreHave you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.
The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.
Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.
So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
TKMA Family classes are for the whole family. What better way to unite the family than doing and learning together, helping and growing together. Setting goals and achieving them as a family.
Hi there! My name is Laura and I'm a children's nurse at starship. I've returned to the homeland and I am available to look after your little angels! You can rest easy knowing that they're in safe hands. I have plenty of experience with references available and previous police … View moreHi there! My name is Laura and I'm a children's nurse at starship. I've returned to the homeland and I am available to look after your little angels! You can rest easy knowing that they're in safe hands. I have plenty of experience with references available and previous police vetting.
My rates are $20 an hour but this may be negotiable based on circumstances.
Send me a message and I will get back to you!
Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.
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