Posts by Waikato Times
157 days ago

Poll: Do you think differently about motels once used for emergency housing?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton motels once used for emergency housing are still grappling with “significant wear and tear, tenant-related damage, and reputational issues”, according to newly released liquidation reports.

The Waikato Times has obtained documents from KPMG, detailing the downfall of Hamilton Accommodation Ltd and its network of 15 properties, including Abbey Motel Hamilton Ltd, Te Rapa Motor Inn Ltd, and Hamilton Motel Ltd.

Do you think differently about motels once used for emergency housing? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think differently about motels once used for emergency housing?
  • 89.7% Yes
    89.7% Complete
  • 10.3% No
    10.3% Complete
39 votes
More messages from your neighbours
5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.2% Yes
    53.2% Complete
  • 46.8% No
    46.8% Complete
1852 votes
8 hours ago

Shop Opening at Queenwood Village Shops

Owner from iFixComputer ifixcomputer.co.nz

🎉 BIG NEWS! iFixComputer has opened a Brand NEW Shop! 🎉
Get ready, because your go-to experts for all things tech are expanding! We're thrilled to announce the grand opening of our brand new iFixComputer location at 2 Queenwood Avenue, Hamilton.
From cracked screens and slow laptops to tricky data recovery, we've got you covered. Come visit our new, modern space and say hello to the same friendly, expert service you know and trust.

📍 Find Us At: 2 Queenwoord Avenue, Hamilton
To celebrate, we'll be offering Free Diagnostics for the month!
Tag a friend who needs their computer fixed! 👇

www.ifixcomputer.co.nz...

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1 day ago

Looking for a local Travel Agent

Sunita from Flagstaff

Hello fellow travelers.
Planning a holiday in 2026, and need some advise, suggestions, recommendations or any information travel related? Give me a call and we can chat. No obligations.
I constantly get travel promotions on offer. Feel free to send me a message by Email-EpicTravels1818@gmail.com or like and follow me on my Facebook page - www.facebook.com....
Look forward to hearing from you.

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