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Have you given our Roundabout Respect survey a go? You’ll go in the draw to win one of four MTA vouchers if you do! And while you’re there learn more about what good driving behaviours keep our city's roundabouts going around. Let’s all improve. Signal when you move, use the correct lane… View moreHave you given our Roundabout Respect survey a go? You’ll go in the draw to win one of four MTA vouchers if you do! And while you’re there learn more about what good driving behaviours keep our city's roundabouts going around. Let’s all improve. Signal when you move, use the correct lane when you move, reduce your speed when you move and respect others when you move.
What is mindfulness? How can it be applied in everyday life? Join us at the Cancer Society's free Living Mindfully programme to find out how mindfulness can be beneficial in reducing stress, anxiety and depression, improving relationships, managing pain and increasing well-being and immune … View moreWhat is mindfulness? How can it be applied in everyday life? Join us at the Cancer Society's free Living Mindfully programme to find out how mindfulness can be beneficial in reducing stress, anxiety and depression, improving relationships, managing pain and increasing well-being and immune response.
Our six-week mindfulness course for people affected by cancer starts in Hamilton on 22 August. Visit our website for details: waikato-bop.cancernz.org.nz...
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I wondered if people could inform me of sports children can participate in on weekends, the cost per child including age group costs if there are variations, contacts of the coaches, the venue and the variation in times for trainings & games.
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… View moreHi everyone,
I wondered if people could inform me of sports children can participate in on weekends, the cost per child including age group costs if there are variations, contacts of the coaches, the venue and the variation in times for trainings & games.
Thank you to all those who respond.
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In-depth financial report identifies 10-Year Plan challenges
Wednesday 12 July 2017
A proposed approach to measure Hamilton City Council’s financial performance as part of discussions for the city’s 10-Year Plan was presented to councillors in a public briefing session today.
The … View moreIn-depth financial report identifies 10-Year Plan challenges
Wednesday 12 July 2017
A proposed approach to measure Hamilton City Council’s financial performance as part of discussions for the city’s 10-Year Plan was presented to councillors in a public briefing session today.
The Financial Strategy Assessment by PwC identified the key financial challenges for Hamilton in coming years. The report took the 2015-25 10-Year Plan as a starting point and looked at the current and future economic landscape and whether the existing financial approach is the best for the city in the new economic environment.
A revised approach was recommended to ensure the annual costs to run the city are met by the annual operating revenue. The new measure excludes vested assets, all capital subsidies (new roads) and 65% of development contribution revenue (DC revenue).
Under this approach, to maintain day to day operations and the community expectations from the last annual plan, the city would have needed to increase base revenue this financial year by 11.7 per cent, or find cost savings of $12.1M, or a combination of both. This adjustment does not take into account inflationary cost increases, new funding requirements in the coming 10-Year Plan, or growth challenges.
Hamilton City Council Chief Executive Richard Briggs says he will be recommending the PwC approach to the Council’s Revenue Task Force.
“The report is consistent with the financial data supplied to councillors in March of this year which identified the Council needs to address a gap between its base revenue sources and the day-to-day costs to run the city.
“In simple terms, the costs of running the city in the future will not be covered by the rates income and user fees and charges we have budgeted,” Mr Briggs says.
“The report also confirms there are significant growth pressures and a number of unfunded plans and strategies which Council and the community will need to consider as Hamilton sets its priorities during the 10-Year Plan process,” he says.
“Hamilton is experiencing growth increases far beyond what was expected in 2012, when we last set the financial strategy. That strategy was appropriate at the time but six years later we have a totally different economic landscape.
“Base costs to provide services to the city have increased and new legislative requirements have resulted in increased maintenance and capital expenditure costs for our existing assets.
“The Housing Infrastructure Fund proposals are a separate issue and are part of the growth picture – today’s PwC report is about base operating costs and revenues,” Mr Briggs says.
“How this funding gap is addressed is one of the challenges facing the Council – no decisions have yet been made – and today is part of a series of briefings to provide councillors with the best information as we develop our long term plan,” Mr Briggs says.
Earlier this year the Council voted to keep rates increases at an average of 3.8% for 2017/18, as originally proposed. How the city funds its activities in the future will be determined through the 2018-2028 10-Year Plan.
The 10-Year Plan is the blueprint for how Hamilton will build a stronger economy and a more attractive city for families. The Plan is about how the city balances three areas: growth, levels of service and the financial strategy, and will go out for public consultation in early 2018.
Jennian Homes North Waikato is building on its foundations as a consistent top performer by being named as a winner of the display home of the year award.
The Hamilton-based franchise was announced as one of the winners for the display home of the year award at Jennian Homes’ annual awards … View moreJennian Homes North Waikato is building on its foundations as a consistent top performer by being named as a winner of the display home of the year award.
The Hamilton-based franchise was announced as one of the winners for the display home of the year award at Jennian Homes’ annual awards evening in Fiji recently, marking the conclusion of the organisation’s national conference. Owned by husband and wife couples, Dave and Jo Bennett along with Howard and Shelley Baker, the team are proud to once again be among the top echelon of the 30 franchise areas operated around the country.
“We take pride in ensuring all our homes are at a consistent high standard and are very pleased this has been recognised,” says Mr Bennett.
“We are a home-building company and our priority is service and great construction so we continue to attract repeat customers. We do this through constant communication with our loyal sub-contractors, ensuring our timelines are met and high standards of workmanship are maintained.”
Jennian Homes North Waikato director Dave Bennett says the achievements are a testament to a team that continues to step up to the plate and deliver top-quality service within the local community.
“We’ve worked really hard to build a reputation for excellence in customer service, design and craftsmanship in every home we build, so being recognised yet again as one of the best in our business is both reassuring and motivating,” says Mr Bennett.
“The team have worked hard, they've had great results and they've really deserved these accolades.”
The winning home, a sophisticated, superb residence in Hamilton proves you can have it all. The designers were thinking big – four bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, store room, separate laundry and ample living spaces are spread over a very comfortable 299sqm.
“We are proud of the growth and progress of all our regional franchisee teams. However, once again Jennian Homes North Waikato excelled in all expectations,” says franchisor Aidan Jury.
“They have worked hard to establish themselves as a consistent performer within Jennian Homes, and an integral part of the local Waikato community, and are reaping the rewards of this.”
As well as being a high-achieving business, the franchise is also very community-spirited, sponsoring a number of local sporting teams and events and organising the Hamilton leg of the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk – an annual event that aims to raise funds for the Heart Foundation and generate awareness about women’s heart health.
This year’s Hamliton leg, held at the Hamilton Gardens, saw more than 1000 people take part in the 5km run/walk on May 14 (Mother’s Day) – a record attendance for the city.
Hi neighbours! Hamilton City Council have urged residents to improve their roundabout respect. It's almost every day I witness an almost-accident at a roundabout! Have you seen near-misses at a roundabout in Hamilton? Is there one that is particularly bad for dodgy drivers? Comment below! If … View moreHi neighbours! Hamilton City Council have urged residents to improve their roundabout respect. It's almost every day I witness an almost-accident at a roundabout! Have you seen near-misses at a roundabout in Hamilton? Is there one that is particularly bad for dodgy drivers? Comment below! If you want to test your roundabout skills, follow the link and be in to win!
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To all Neighbourly Redlid Garden Bins & Bags customers don't forget to enter our $100 credit draw due this Friday. All you need to do is start following us or recommend us. Thanks to all.
Feet are the most underestimated part of our bodies, yet they carry us to where we want to go and have an intricate network of nerves that connect to our organs and the the rest of our body. Very good reason to give them some TLC <3
Relaxation foot massage from $20 for 20 min,
Relaxation … View moreFeet are the most underestimated part of our bodies, yet they carry us to where we want to go and have an intricate network of nerves that connect to our organs and the the rest of our body. Very good reason to give them some TLC <3
Relaxation foot massage from $20 for 20 min,
Relaxation plus -$35 includes foot massage and herbal/aroma foot spa
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I share half a healing space with a kind hearted reiki practitioner at the western community Centre under Manawa tu tangata and work by appointment on Saturday mornings. I can work by appointment after hours in Nawton from your own home as well. If you wish to book please message me or phone me on 0204846626. All enquiries for massage or reiki welcome. Love and light <3
Single bed, comfortable. Hot Chocolate stain on corner of mattress and base but otherwise in reasonable condition. Pick up after hours only.
Come along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.
Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid… View moreCome along to one of our FREE info sessions to have your all questions answered.
Building a new home is an exciting adventure and Jennian Homes has been building the homes New Zealanders want for over 34 years.
Come and learn from the experts about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises when designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Book in for a spot while they're still available! We'd love to see you there.
Hi neighbours! I'm looking to have a chat with someone who took part in one of Hamilton's early Round the Bridges events. Did you, or someone you know, participate in 1997-2007? If so drop me a line at kelley.tantau@fairfaxmedia.co.nz!
Hello neighbours,
Last year, this amazing lady from your neighbourhood was named the GARDENA Gardener of the Year. Vera Farrant had raised $100,000 for Habitat for Humanity by selling plants.
Nominations for the 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year is now open! Can Hamilton make it 2 years in … View moreHello neighbours,
Last year, this amazing lady from your neighbourhood was named the GARDENA Gardener of the Year. Vera Farrant had raised $100,000 for Habitat for Humanity by selling plants.
Nominations for the 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year is now open! Can Hamilton make it 2 years in a row? Surely there are other superheroes like Vera doing terrific work in your community. Send your nominations to NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Wellesley St, Auckland. You can also enter on our website, nzgardener.co.nz.
We invited a member of the Neighbourly team to give an electric car a go for a couple of weeks. Find out what Sarah learnt about city living with an 'EV' and what our plans are for our staff fleet over the next few months!
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