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Hamilton families say they’re looking to Morrinsville to buy their first home, because there’s more space, less crime, and more “bang for your buck”.
Morrinsville’s first home property market, particularly the under $700,000 category is “super busy” at the moment, with “lots of … View moreHamilton families say they’re looking to Morrinsville to buy their first home, because there’s more space, less crime, and more “bang for your buck”.
Morrinsville’s first home property market, particularly the under $700,000 category is “super busy” at the moment, with “lots of multi offers”, according to local real estate agents Nicki and Wayne Robb.
Do you know of other Waikato towns where first home buyers are looking? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The answer is yes, it is illegal. And yet in New Zealand it's fairly common to see drivers hitting the road with their fog lights on when it's simply dark.
Those who have sat their written drivers test recently will be in the know, but be honest, did you know it was illegal?
City council staff want a 60kph speed limit to remain on a surface-flooding prone section of Cobham Dr despite a majority of the public wanting it to go back to 80kph.
The staff recommendation to an upcoming traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel covers the section of Cobham Dr … View moreCity council staff want a 60kph speed limit to remain on a surface-flooding prone section of Cobham Dr despite a majority of the public wanting it to go back to 80kph.
The staff recommendation to an upcoming traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel covers the section of Cobham Dr between Tristram St and Normandy Ave.
Do you want the 60kph speed limit to stay? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Central city retailers back a call to return to two free hours of street parking in Hamilton’s CBD, saying it’ll be easier for customers to visit and boost foot traffic.
Mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe this week made a fresh push to revert to the system, saying there had been complaints … View moreCentral city retailers back a call to return to two free hours of street parking in Hamilton’s CBD, saying it’ll be easier for customers to visit and boost foot traffic.
Mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe this week made a fresh push to revert to the system, saying there had been complaints the current one-hour regime and heavier fines are scaring people away from the CBD.
What's your take on CBD parking rules? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
City leaders have backed two new signalised pedestrian crossings near the busy shopping “Mecca” of Hamilton East and outside Southwell School in Claudelands.
But one councillor raised queries over projected costs of more than $1.5 million saying the price of crossings was “comparable to a … View moreCity leaders have backed two new signalised pedestrian crossings near the busy shopping “Mecca” of Hamilton East and outside Southwell School in Claudelands.
But one councillor raised queries over projected costs of more than $1.5 million saying the price of crossings was “comparable to a new house”.
What do you think of the pedestrian crossing plans? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Tefal bread maker pan and kneading blade in excellent condition. Can ship at byer's expense or you are welcome to collect it and if you're within 5km I can deliver.
A Raglan father is calling for justice after a man harassed his teenage daughter on a bus, including asking her age and talking about “the legal age limit”.
Fred Ralaimihoatra later chased down the 26-year-old man - who revealed he’d been in and out of prison since 2016 - and watched him … View moreA Raglan father is calling for justice after a man harassed his teenage daughter on a bus, including asking her age and talking about “the legal age limit”.
Fred Ralaimihoatra later chased down the 26-year-old man - who revealed he’d been in and out of prison since 2016 - and watched him until the police arrived.
At the the Hamilton Men’s Nightshelter, it’s a tale of guests being preyed upon by criminals, staff who are overwhelmed and stressed, a lack of beds, unsupportive government agencies, and an uncaring - or simply unaware - public.
The nightshelters are increasingly becoming the metaphorical … View moreAt the the Hamilton Men’s Nightshelter, it’s a tale of guests being preyed upon by criminals, staff who are overwhelmed and stressed, a lack of beds, unsupportive government agencies, and an uncaring - or simply unaware - public.
The nightshelters are increasingly becoming the metaphorical ambulance at the bottom of the cliff for the city’s most vulnerable residents.
It’s been over 20 years since a passenger train last stopped in Morrinsville, locals recall, but they say it’d be “fantastic” if it came back to the town.
Cathy Balvert remembers the last time the train ran to Tauranga, because she took it with her kids, now in their 30s.
What do you … View moreIt’s been over 20 years since a passenger train last stopped in Morrinsville, locals recall, but they say it’d be “fantastic” if it came back to the town.
Cathy Balvert remembers the last time the train ran to Tauranga, because she took it with her kids, now in their 30s.
What do you reckon about passenger rail stopping in Morrinsville? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Upcycle some old photo frames with Resene Lustacryl and Resene testpots and not only will you win points for your environmental stance, but you can also create original one-offs. Find out how to refresh your photo frames with these easy step by step instructions.
Hamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.
Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.
… View moreHamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.
Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.
Do you use the bus system? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View moreRyman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!
In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.
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Find out more or enrol today: artsforhealth.co.nz
Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.
Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near … View moreConservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.
Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near Ngāruawāhia, feral cats were “a real issue”.
Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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