Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

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292 days ago

The Online Garage Sale of the Summer

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.

Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes … View more
It's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.

Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes from your wardrobe, the Neighbourly garage sale is the place to do it - it's free and it's local!

If this is your first Neighbourly garage sale, the way it works is that you list your items individually ahead of the event and members perusing the garage sale items online will contact you to buy it.

Make sure you check out the treasure trove of bargains on Saturday, February 22nd - it's well worth a look!

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292 days ago

Child, 6, abandoned on first day of after school programme

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Hamilton mother wants an after-school programme investigated after staff failed to pick up her son - and failed to notice his absence - only for him to be found wandering the streets “alone and in distress”.

Sally Ford, whose six-year-old son was enrolled in the Knighton Normal School’s … View more
A Hamilton mother wants an after-school programme investigated after staff failed to pick up her son - and failed to notice his absence - only for him to be found wandering the streets “alone and in distress”.

Sally Ford, whose six-year-old son was enrolled in the Knighton Normal School’s Knighton After School Programme (KASP), said the programme’s “inability to ensure his safety is completely unacceptable”.

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293 days ago

Firearms incident in Hamilton

The Team from Waikato Police

Police are making enquiries after a firearms incident yesterday morning that has left a man in critical condition.
Emergency services were called to Winstone Ave about 5am after reports of shots heard.
A short time later, a man presented to hospital with an apparent gunshot wound.
He remains … View more
Police are making enquiries after a firearms incident yesterday morning that has left a man in critical condition.
Emergency services were called to Winstone Ave about 5am after reports of shots heard.
A short time later, a man presented to hospital with an apparent gunshot wound.
He remains there in critical condition.
Police are now working to establish what has occurred and to speak to all those believed to be involved.
Investigators would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who might have information about those involved.
If you can help, please use our 105 service and quote reference number 250216/7665.
You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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306 days ago

Poll: Do you have a pet at home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly members LOVE their pets, whether it's a smoochy cat, a trusty pup or even a feathered friend.

We'd like to know how many of you who see this post actually have a pet at home. Let us know in the poll below!

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Do you have a pet at home?
  • 73.7% Yes - I have a pet / multiple pets
    73.7% Complete
  • 7.7% Not currently, but one day!
    7.7% Complete
  • 18.6% Nope, I live in a pet-free home
    18.6% Complete
4433 votes
300 days ago

Show us your creative backyard build

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!

It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build

It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've … View more
We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!

It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build

It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've created in your backyard.

So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your creation or backyard set up a to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🛝🪴🛖

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293 days ago

What local tenants owe Kāinga Ora

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Five Waikato Kāinga Ora tenants owe $127,000 in rent between them, with the biggest single debt at $33,000.

Across the region, tenants are $1.58m behind on payments, as Kāinga Ora takes a harder line on those who aren’t keeping up. That includes faster repayment plans for the 2000 tenants … View more
Five Waikato Kāinga Ora tenants owe $127,000 in rent between them, with the biggest single debt at $33,000.

Across the region, tenants are $1.58m behind on payments, as Kāinga Ora takes a harder line on those who aren’t keeping up. That includes faster repayment plans for the 2000 tenants nationwide who owe more than 12 weeks of rent.

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295 days ago
293 days ago

What are your thoughts on the job losses at Kinleith Mill?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

“We’re moving to Australia.”

Those were the words shouted from the window of a passing car full of Kinleith Mill workers after hearing that at least 230 of them would be losing their jobs by the end of June.

What are your thoughts on the job losses at Kinleith Mill? Tell us in the … View more
“We’re moving to Australia.”

Those were the words shouted from the window of a passing car full of Kinleith Mill workers after hearing that at least 230 of them would be losing their jobs by the end of June.

What are your thoughts on the job losses at Kinleith Mill? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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293 days ago

Do you think Hamilton plays a big economic role?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The finance minister has been well impressed by Hamilton’s growth and expects the wider region to play a big part in achieving a goal of doubling exports by 2034.

Those comments from Nicola Willis, the minister of both Finance and Economic Growth, came in an exclusive interview with the … View more
The finance minister has been well impressed by Hamilton’s growth and expects the wider region to play a big part in achieving a goal of doubling exports by 2034.

Those comments from Nicola Willis, the minister of both Finance and Economic Growth, came in an exclusive interview with the Waikato Times at Hamilton Gardens on Thursday.

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296 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation Lottery

Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.

Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new … View more
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.

Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It’s waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
Find out more

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296 days ago

Poll: What do you think - waste of money or vital work?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Two critics of Plan Change 9 processes are questioning the $2.67 million cost so far, saying the city council is ‘wasting money’.

The council insists the spending on PC9 to the district plan - which sets local development rules - is on par with other district plan changes of this size and … View more
Two critics of Plan Change 9 processes are questioning the $2.67 million cost so far, saying the city council is ‘wasting money’.

The council insists the spending on PC9 to the district plan - which sets local development rules - is on par with other district plan changes of this size and scale nationally.

What do you think? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think - waste of money or vital work?
  • 75% Waste of money
    75% Complete
  • 25% Vital work
    25% Complete
  • 0% Other (explain in the comments)
    0% Complete
16 votes
297 days ago

There's quite a variety of events coming up in the King Country town

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Mobsters, policemen, farmers and naked festival-goers are all heading to Taumarunui this weekend and nonplussed locals are seeing dollar signs rather than trouble.

New Zealand’s first-of-its-kind sex-positive festival, Naked in the Trees, will coincide with a King Country Mongrel Mob reunion … View more
Mobsters, policemen, farmers and naked festival-goers are all heading to Taumarunui this weekend and nonplussed locals are seeing dollar signs rather than trouble.

New Zealand’s first-of-its-kind sex-positive festival, Naked in the Trees, will coincide with a King Country Mongrel Mob reunion event in Taumuranui, running from February 13 to 17. Eight hundred tickets had been sold to the Naked in the Trees event.

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298 days ago

What do you think the next valuation of your home will bring?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamiltonians can expect a fall in residential property valuations for rating purposes after the latest triennial stocktake by the city council’s valuer.

The RVs will be based on data from September last year, with results due out in April.

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297 days ago

Hamilton Scottish Country Dancing

Andrea from Horsham Downs

Dancing will resume 7pm Wednesday 5 March, 2025 at the YWCA, Pembroke Street, Hamilton. New and returning dancers very welcome. All ages, all abilities, affordable, no partner required and social. Contact Andrea 027 283 6782

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297 days ago

Mid Winter Pop Up Christmas Market

Aaron from Chartwell

🌸𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭🌸
People love to get in early and have the chance to do early festive shopping halfway through the year. You have the chance to do all this at our 1-day Mid-Winter Christmas Pop Up Event.
Outdoor stalls only in the … View more
🌸𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭🌸
People love to get in early and have the chance to do early festive shopping halfway through the year. You have the chance to do all this at our 1-day Mid-Winter Christmas Pop Up Event.
Outdoor stalls only in the Riverlea Theatre Car Park. Over 60 amazing stalls that will feature artisans/crafters, home baking, taonga from bone carving/greenstone, giftware and more.
There also will be live music, food and coffee, hangi, face painting on the day.
A chance to support the amazing local small businesses/stallholders attending and to support our community!
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👉Cash
👉Eftpos some stalls offer Afterpay/Bank Transfer
👉Free Entry
👉Free Parking in the paddock next door

Event Date:
Riverlea Theatre Carpark, Riverlea Road, Hillcrest Hamilton
🗓 Saturday, 7th June 2025
🕓 10am-2pm (If wet weather, event will be cancelled, outdoor stalls only)

(Limited food vendors will be chosen for the event, due to room space)

Expressions of interest open 1st April 2025. Successful applicants will be informed of the outcome. This is to ensure we have a wide variety of different products for the event and sadly we can take everyone. For more information email: popupmarketeers@gmail.com
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