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At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the season and the moments that matter. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the season and the moments that matter. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every story, and every cheer like never before.
This summer, don’t just be present - be at the heart of the fun.
*Sonova proprietary research (2024), visit hearmore.co.nz to learn more.
We are kicking off The Neighbourly Backyard Awards, a campaign where you can show off the hard work and love you’ve put into your backyard and win prizes for it!
We'll be rolling out the competition by sharing a new category (and new $100 Mitre10 voucher) every week.
There's three… View moreWe are kicking off The Neighbourly Backyard Awards, a campaign where you can show off the hard work and love you’ve put into your backyard and win prizes for it!
We'll be rolling out the competition by sharing a new category (and new $100 Mitre10 voucher) every week.
There's three fun categories for you to enter:
Best loved lawn
Best floral garden
Most creative backyard build
To be in to win, keep an eye out for the post from us every Monday announcing the new category in a post and you can share your entry in its comments below. It starts Monday 27th January when we'll be taking entries for Best Loved Lawn so get prepping, neighbours!
Bridge Lessons
Step into a world of fun, friendship and mental fitness.
Lessons starting Tuesday, March 18, 7-9pm and Thursday March 20, 10-12pm. Contact Pam 0276466077 or Ros 0211402259
Waikato Hospital is meant to be a place of healing and compassion with people usually at their low point, however that hasn’t stopped those with sticky fingers adding to people’s woes.
A notable theft is that of a $30,000 piece of artwork, taken in broad daylight just before Christmas.
OPINION: With Donald Trump’s inauguration a new but familiar world is back upon us ‒ with some added crunchiness.
Politics, Business and Economics Editor Luke Malpass shares his take.
The jury is out on whether a change of health minister will derail plans for a third New Zealand medical school based in Hamilton.
Waikato University vice chancellor Neil Quigley says he’ll have to wait and see, but the region’s chamber of commerce boss said the new health minister should … View moreThe jury is out on whether a change of health minister will derail plans for a third New Zealand medical school based in Hamilton.
Waikato University vice chancellor Neil Quigley says he’ll have to wait and see, but the region’s chamber of commerce boss said the new health minister should remember less than 5% of graduates from the country’s medical schools end up working rurally.
“We just got on with the bloody thing.”
Frank words belie the tender actions of John Buckley, who is eager to not make a fuss of his milestone romance with Doreen, his wife of 70 years.
Do you know anyone who's celebrated their 70th anniversary? Tell us about it in the comments … View more“We just got on with the bloody thing.”
Frank words belie the tender actions of John Buckley, who is eager to not make a fuss of his milestone romance with Doreen, his wife of 70 years.
Do you know anyone who's celebrated their 70th anniversary? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A plan change to manage Hamilton flooding risks, and a nearly finished online tool showing homeowners how real the danger is for their place, have raised a councillor’s concern over higher insurance charges and reduced home values.
Have you used the council's Floodviewer tool for … View moreA plan change to manage Hamilton flooding risks, and a nearly finished online tool showing homeowners how real the danger is for their place, have raised a councillor’s concern over higher insurance charges and reduced home values.
Have you used the council's Floodviewer tool for Hamilton? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
ANALYSIS: Christopher Luxon has put his Cabinet on notice and sharpened up the Government’s focus on growth, while trimming dead wood in his ministry and vastly increasing the power of his minister of finance, Nicola Willis.
“We've got it set ... clear expectations, clear … View moreANALYSIS: Christopher Luxon has put his Cabinet on notice and sharpened up the Government’s focus on growth, while trimming dead wood in his ministry and vastly increasing the power of his minister of finance, Nicola Willis.
“We've got it set ... clear expectations, clear accountabilities, clear responsibilities,” Luxon said at a press conference at Premier House on Sunday.
What did you make of the recent Cabinet reshuffle? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
✅ Professional Tree Trimming & Pruning
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- Improve the health and appearance of your trees.
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- Affordable rates and free… View more✅ Professional Tree Trimming & Pruning
✅ Safe and Efficient Service
✅ Storm Damage Cleanup
✅ Experienced and Insured
✅ Waikato Based
🌟 Why Choose Us?
- Improve the health and appearance of your trees.
- Prevent hazards from overgrown branches.
- Affordable rates and free quotes
A fire investigator will return to the scene of a fire which saw black smoke bellowing over Frankton on Monday evening.
Fire and Emergency NZ shift commander Josh Pennefather said a fire in at a car wreckers yard on Ellis Street, Frankton was reported at 5.11pm.
Involve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques. Improve your creative skills, have some fun and meet like minded people. Monday classes offer a socialable place for beginners, intermediate and … View moreInvolve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques. Improve your creative skills, have some fun and meet like minded people. Monday classes offer a socialable place for beginners, intermediate and returning students. All materials and equipment is supplied.
Starts Monday 10th February - 7th April
9.30am -11.30am, 9 x Sessions $165
Walking has always been a way of life for Glynne and Eric, who rarely miss a chance to lace up their shoes and head out. As residents of William Sanders Village, they frequently clock up 12 kilometres in a day, enjoying the charm of their local neighbourhood. Their favourite routes feature stunning… View moreWalking has always been a way of life for Glynne and Eric, who rarely miss a chance to lace up their shoes and head out. As residents of William Sanders Village, they frequently clock up 12 kilometres in a day, enjoying the charm of their local neighbourhood. Their favourite routes feature stunning harbour and bay views and regular stops at their much-loved local cafés.
“There are so many beautiful walks nearby, It’s such a convenient area to explore,” says Eric.
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There aren’t any pickles in pickleball - you don’t get a pickle, you won’t get into a pickle, and you probably won’t even see a pickle unless you bring your own.
But the sport with the novelty name is gaining popularity to such an extent that … View moreThere aren’t any pickles in pickleball - you don’t get a pickle, you won’t get into a pickle, and you probably won’t even see a pickle unless you bring your own.
But the sport with the novelty name is gaining popularity to such an extent that a Hamilton family has decided to set up the country’s first dedicated facility in Te Rapa.
Have you ever played pickleball? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The mayor of one of the region’s tourist hotspots is backing a move for councils to get a slice of a growing tourist tax take pie.
Thames-Coromandel’s mayor is supporting Local Government NZ’s bid for councils to get a direct share of levies paid by international tourists.
Do you think … View moreThe mayor of one of the region’s tourist hotspots is backing a move for councils to get a slice of a growing tourist tax take pie.
Thames-Coromandel’s mayor is supporting Local Government NZ’s bid for councils to get a direct share of levies paid by international tourists.
Do you think councils should get a share of this? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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