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100 days ago

Receive 10,000 New World Dollars on Ryman!

Ryman

Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View more
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.

And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
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100 days ago

Residential water meters on the way for Hamilton East in $1.1m pilot programme

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Once one of the most controversial and hotly-contested issues in Hamilton, residential water meters are now all but a fait accompli for the city.

Hamilton City Council staff will soon roll out a pilot programme involving about 200 homes in Hamilton East.

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100 days ago

Poll: Have you ever dealt with concussion?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

At 22, Jarrod Young’s world shrank to a dark bedroom.

The room stayed silent, conversations were exhausting, even trips to the bathroom felt a stretch.

In the lead up to this, amateur footballer Young had been riding a streak of 10 concussions over five years, most of which had gone … View more
At 22, Jarrod Young’s world shrank to a dark bedroom.

The room stayed silent, conversations were exhausting, even trips to the bathroom felt a stretch.

In the lead up to this, amateur footballer Young had been riding a streak of 10 concussions over five years, most of which had gone unreported.

Have you ever dealt with concussion? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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100 days ago

Bojan’s lip-smacking linguine recipe

Linda Jones Retirement Village

The beauty of this delicious pasta recipe is its simplicity, says Ryman Village Chef Bojan Sabo.

With accessible ingredients, straightforward preparation and super quick cooking time, it’s been a favourite of Bojan’s since his previous role as a chef in an Italian restaurant.

It was even … View more
The beauty of this delicious pasta recipe is its simplicity, says Ryman Village Chef Bojan Sabo.

With accessible ingredients, straightforward preparation and super quick cooking time, it’s been a favourite of Bojan’s since his previous role as a chef in an Italian restaurant.

It was even selected as a standout dish in the 2022 Iconic Auckland Eats.

Click read more for the recipe.

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100 days ago

Judge cuts off Bydder’s colostomy bag questions in fiery eviction hearing

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Andrew Bydder was stopped short of questioning a council employee about his knowledge of colostomy bags at an Environment Court hearing on Tuesday.

The Hamilton City Councillor was appearing in a private capacity to put forward a case for a tenant facing eviction in a Te Aroha building owned by … View more
Andrew Bydder was stopped short of questioning a council employee about his knowledge of colostomy bags at an Environment Court hearing on Tuesday.

The Hamilton City Councillor was appearing in a private capacity to put forward a case for a tenant facing eviction in a Te Aroha building owned by the Bydder family.

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101 days ago

Poll: Do you think Papanui Point should be closed?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A local fisherman is calling for the closure of a well-known fishing spot south of Raglan, warning the conditions at Papanui Point are too dangerous.

“It’s not worth a few snappers man,” said Dilshad Perwaisy, who regularly fishes at nearby Ruapuke Beach but avoids Papanui.

Do you think… View more
A local fisherman is calling for the closure of a well-known fishing spot south of Raglan, warning the conditions at Papanui Point are too dangerous.

“It’s not worth a few snappers man,” said Dilshad Perwaisy, who regularly fishes at nearby Ruapuke Beach but avoids Papanui.

Do you think Papanui Point should be closed? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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101 days ago

Two dozen deaths: Warning too late for rock fishing spot

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A coroner has urged the Government to make lifejackets compulsory for rock fishers after the deaths of three men who drowned at Papanui Point, one of New Zealand’s deadliest coastal blackspots.

But in a tragic irony, the official warning released on Wednesday came as rescuers searched for … View more
A coroner has urged the Government to make lifejackets compulsory for rock fishers after the deaths of three men who drowned at Papanui Point, one of New Zealand’s deadliest coastal blackspots.

But in a tragic irony, the official warning released on Wednesday came as rescuers searched for another man who had since gone missing from the very same Waikato spot.

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101 days ago

Poll: Do you flush wet wipes? (Hopefully not any more, after this article!)

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

They may feel softer than toilet paper, but wet wipes are jamming things up at Hamilton’s wastewater treatment plant.

Every day, a tonne of wet wipes clog the city’s pipes and must be trucked from the city’s wastewater plant to landfill.

Do you flush wet wipes? (Hopefully not any more, … View more
They may feel softer than toilet paper, but wet wipes are jamming things up at Hamilton’s wastewater treatment plant.

Every day, a tonne of wet wipes clog the city’s pipes and must be trucked from the city’s wastewater plant to landfill.

Do you flush wet wipes? (Hopefully not any more, after this article!) Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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101 days ago

diff head.

Mike from Nawton

looking for a diff head for a 2005 BA XR6 FORD FALCON.

101 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved… View more
Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints all made right here in New Zealand.
Learn more

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102 days ago

What skill have you learned as an adult?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Day three of swimming school hit differently. The excitement and adrenaline I’d ridden through my first two classes were fading, replaced with the sobering reality: learning to swim as an adult is hard.

Three classes in, and while my instructor Ella keeps telling me, “You are doing so … View more
Day three of swimming school hit differently. The excitement and adrenaline I’d ridden through my first two classes were fading, replaced with the sobering reality: learning to swim as an adult is hard.

Three classes in, and while my instructor Ella keeps telling me, “You are doing so well,” the fact I still can’t swim, or that my limbs refuse to follow instructions, was starting to erode my confidence.

What skill have you learned as an adult? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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102 days ago

Schick family tragedy spurs over $325k donation to emergency services

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Amid the heartbreak of a tragic ATV accident, the Schick family has transformed grief into generosity, raising more than $325,000 for the emergency services that rushed to their aid.

Waipā District mayor Susan O’Regan described the family’s response as “remarkable,” saying it is rare … View more
Amid the heartbreak of a tragic ATV accident, the Schick family has transformed grief into generosity, raising more than $325,000 for the emergency services that rushed to their aid.

Waipā District mayor Susan O’Regan described the family’s response as “remarkable,” saying it is rare for anyone to find the strength to give back after such a personal loss.

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102 days ago

Jim Buckeridge has played alongside his grandkids, but is hanging up his boots

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

After more than 60 years on the rugby paddock and playing with more grandkids than he’s had injuries, Putaruru’s Jim Buckeridge has finally faced his last hurrah on the rugby field.

The 82-year-old put on the boots and knee pads on Saturday for Hamilton Old Boys in a ten-a-side tournament at… View more
After more than 60 years on the rugby paddock and playing with more grandkids than he’s had injuries, Putaruru’s Jim Buckeridge has finally faced his last hurrah on the rugby field.

The 82-year-old put on the boots and knee pads on Saturday for Hamilton Old Boys in a ten-a-side tournament at the Te Rapa Rugby and Sports Club.

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116 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: 90% of new renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

We’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸

Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a … View more
We’ve hit a tipping point, where choosing clean energy is the smart choice, and not just because we want to reduce our carbon emissions 🌍⚡💸

Thanks to major tech improvements and mass production over the past decade, the cost of wind, solar, and other renewables has dropped fast. As a result, most new power capacity built around the world came from renewables, and every continent added more clean energy than fossil fuels.

Money — the ultimate decision-maker in politics and business — is finally lining up with climate action. A big win for the planet (and maybe our wallets?)

We hope this news brings a smile!

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102 days ago

'A Museum of Humanity'

The Team from Momentum Waikato

'A Museum of Humanity' is the new film celebrating the Hamilton Gardens.

Produced by the Hamilton Gardens Development Trust with sponsorship from The Donny Fund that we manage, it is the movie version of 'The Time Travellers Guide to the Hamilton Gardens' book.

You can … View more
'A Museum of Humanity' is the new film celebrating the Hamilton Gardens.

Produced by the Hamilton Gardens Development Trust with sponsorship from The Donny Fund that we manage, it is the movie version of 'The Time Travellers Guide to the Hamilton Gardens' book.

You can check out its trailer at the bottom of the Donny Fund page on the Momentum Waikato website at the link below.

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