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58 days ago

Whanganui might become training ground for Waikato medical students

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The University of Waikato has signed an agreement to explore if Whanganui could become a location for medical school students to do their placements.

The university inked a document on Tuesday with the Whanganui District Council, Health New Zealand and regional health providers to explore the … View more
The University of Waikato has signed an agreement to explore if Whanganui could become a location for medical school students to do their placements.

The university inked a document on Tuesday with the Whanganui District Council, Health New Zealand and regional health providers to explore the proposal.

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58 days ago

Do you think this lakeside speed limit should be dropped (again)?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Government decision to roll back speed limit reductions has put holidaymakers at risk — and now NZTA is scrambling to fix it.

The transport agency has reopened consultation on a proposal to drop the speed limit outside Motutere Holiday Park, south of Taupō, from 100kph back to 60kph.

Do … View more
A Government decision to roll back speed limit reductions has put holidaymakers at risk — and now NZTA is scrambling to fix it.

The transport agency has reopened consultation on a proposal to drop the speed limit outside Motutere Holiday Park, south of Taupō, from 100kph back to 60kph.

Do you think this lakeside speed limit should be dropped (again)? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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58 days ago

Homecoming with a twist: Award-winning chef brings destination dining to Taumarunui

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Six seats. That’s all it takes for one of New Zealand’s most celebrated chefs to make his grand return home.

After closing the doors of Napier’s acclaimed Pacifica, a restaurant that earned three Cuisine hats and was twice crowned New Zealand’s Best Regional Restaurant, chef Jeremy … View more
Six seats. That’s all it takes for one of New Zealand’s most celebrated chefs to make his grand return home.

After closing the doors of Napier’s acclaimed Pacifica, a restaurant that earned three Cuisine hats and was twice crowned New Zealand’s Best Regional Restaurant, chef Jeremy Rameka and his partner - sommelier Natalie Bulman - are trading their seaside stage for something far smaller and far more personal.

Their new venture, Ni, will seat just six diners at a time in a tiny railway cottage in the heart of Kākahi, near Taumarunui.

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58 days ago

Arts for Wellbeing

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Discover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range… View moreDiscover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range of art materials. This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed - just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment. With a limit of only 8 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience and meet some amazing people along the way.

Book your art therapy class now and take some well-deserved time for yourself!

Starts Wednesday 8th October - 26th November 9:30am - 11:30am,
with Arts Therapist Scarlett Jeong $185

Join at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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59 days ago

Altered Book Workshop Series Reimagined Treasures

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Altered Book Workshop – 6 Weeks of Creative Exploration in Hamilton

Looking for a creative outlet this spring? Join our 6-week Altered Book Workshop at Arts for Health Hamilton and discover how to transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small … View more
Altered Book Workshop – 6 Weeks of Creative Exploration in Hamilton

Looking for a creative outlet this spring? Join our 6-week Altered Book Workshop at Arts for Health Hamilton and discover how to transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small keepsakes and treasures. With the guidance of tutor Liz, an experienced passionate about about altered books, you’ll learn how to prepare your book as well as create storage areas and embellishments you can insert into your book. Liz will guide you in techniques use to obtain pages with texture and colour and bursting with a bit of YOU.

Book Your Place Now
Spaces are limited and this popular workshop will fill quickly.
Book today and secure your place.

Cost: $85
Bring: A book to alter – all other materials provided
Who: Adults only

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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59 days ago

Friday Watercolour Classs

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Step into a peaceful studio and enjoy time just for you in our friendly water colour class. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.

Each week, you’ll explore watercolour techniques like:
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Step into a peaceful studio and enjoy time just for you in our friendly water colour class. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.

Each week, you’ll explore watercolour techniques like:
Washes, wet-on-wet, and dry-brush effects
How to mix and control colour

Building light and texture in your work

There’s no rush, no pressure—just expert guidance in a small group (max 8 people), where you’ll feel supported and encouraged to try things at your own pace.

Starts Friday 10th October - 28th November
9.30am -11.30am, 8 weeks $185
Tutor - Jennifer Park

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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59 days ago

Small Group Tour Specialists

Calder and Lawson Tours

We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Mixture Eatery, Tamahere on Thursday, 16th October at 10.30AM
Address: Tamahere Country Club, 70 Tamahere Drive, Tamahere, Hamilton, 3283

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are… View more
We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Mixture Eatery, Tamahere on Thursday, 16th October at 10.30AM
Address: Tamahere Country Club, 70 Tamahere Drive, Tamahere, Hamilton, 3283

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us rochelle@calderandlawsontours.co.nz
or phone 0800 853 276
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59 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
Find out more

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60 days ago

Sarah Thomson pledges to cut consultant use by a third at Hamilton City Council

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson says she will cut the city council’s consultancy spend by one-third over the next three years if she is elected to Hamilton’s top job.

“In the last financial year, the council spent $36.8 million on consultant costs, with most of this related to … View more
Mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson says she will cut the city council’s consultancy spend by one-third over the next three years if she is elected to Hamilton’s top job.

“In the last financial year, the council spent $36.8 million on consultant costs, with most of this related to infrastructure projects,” Thomson said, announcing the campaign pledge on Monday.

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59 days ago

Did you know about the stadium under construction in Matamata?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Matamata’s long-awaited stadium is rising fast, leading the way for community-school partnerships in rural New Zealand.

The $11.1M project, Te Whare Whakapakari, is taking shape on Matamata College grounds and represents a unique partnership between Matamata-Piako District Council, the … View more
Matamata’s long-awaited stadium is rising fast, leading the way for community-school partnerships in rural New Zealand.

The $11.1M project, Te Whare Whakapakari, is taking shape on Matamata College grounds and represents a unique partnership between Matamata-Piako District Council, the Ministry of Education, Sport Waikato and the local community.

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59 days ago

Rototuna boil water notice lifted, but 'we may never know the exact cause'

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A boil water notice covering north-east Hamilton has been lifted after three days of clear tests, but the cause remains a mystery.
Residents can now go back to using tap water, though there are some steps to take first.

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59 days ago

Friend’s fears for missing teacher

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Whānau and friends searching for missing Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che Dean say the normally outgoing and social man was known to “go off grid“ from time to time but concern for his wellbeing is growing after he missed the first day of the new school term.

On Monday morning, around 80 to 100 … View more
Whānau and friends searching for missing Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che Dean say the normally outgoing and social man was known to “go off grid“ from time to time but concern for his wellbeing is growing after he missed the first day of the new school term.

On Monday morning, around 80 to 100 people gathered at the location where Dean, 36, was last seen on the night of Tuesday, September 30 - a popular off-the-beaten-track swimming spot known as ‘hot-cold stream’, about a 20 minute drive south of Rotorua at Waiotapu.

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60 days ago

Bird poo? What could be behind north Hamilton’s boil water notice

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Councils need to get water treatment “perfect” to avoid “severe outcomes”, says a water scientist.

But the results were less than perfect for Hamilton City on Saturday, with one sample testing positive for the faecal contamination indicator E coli. Monday tested clear, but the same was … View more
Councils need to get water treatment “perfect” to avoid “severe outcomes”, says a water scientist.

But the results were less than perfect for Hamilton City on Saturday, with one sample testing positive for the faecal contamination indicator E coli. Monday tested clear, but the same was needed until Tuesday before a boil water notice could be lifted.

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66 days ago

Are you following election news?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

An animal rights campaigner, a scientist, a “man of faith”, a retired treaty constitution lawyer, and an “anti-corruption officer”.

There’s a diverse bunch who are having a crack at getting themselves elected Hamilton’s next mayor.

Are you following election news? Tell us your … View more
An animal rights campaigner, a scientist, a “man of faith”, a retired treaty constitution lawyer, and an “anti-corruption officer”.

There’s a diverse bunch who are having a crack at getting themselves elected Hamilton’s next mayor.

Are you following election news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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60 days ago

Harkness Henry marks 150 years

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The city of Hamilton was barely more than a muddy river town when Harkness Henry opened its doors in 1875.

A century and a half later, the law firm has seen everything from handwritten deeds to artificial intelligence.

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