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3082 days ago

Meth Article From The Waikato Police

Total House Inspections Limited

Hi there, thought that some of you that own or manage rental properties may be interested in this Facebook post from the Waikato Police
, which was posted a couple of weeks ago.
If you do require a Meth Inspection to be completed on your property or you would like a free quote, please get in … View more
Hi there, thought that some of you that own or manage rental properties may be interested in this Facebook post from the Waikato Police
, which was posted a couple of weeks ago.
If you do require a Meth Inspection to be completed on your property or you would like a free quote, please get in contact with us and we will be happy to help you out.


Damian from Total House Inspections. 0800 511711 or visit us at www.totalhouseinspections.co.nz...



Waikato District Police
July 1 at 2:00pm ·
Do you have a rental property or manage rentals? This one is for you!
Methamphetamine - or "P" - is becoming more common everyday. We come across it more regularly and it is now a big problem for those in the residential property market.
Meth is a harmful, chemical based stimulant. Generally people smoke it through little glass pipes. When smoked or manufactured indoors, the harmful chemicals leech into the walls and materials. These chemicals then make their way from the walls into the bodies of the people inside - not nice stuff! This can cause adverse cardiovascular, respiratory and dermal effects.
So what do we recommend? Treat it the same as you would with any other aspect of property management. Do a meth test before tenants move in. Do regular meth tests when completing house inspections (you need to allow for this in your contract) and complete meth tests when they leave.
If you can prove your tenants have been consuming or manufacturing P in your house, you have grounds to have them evicted and if needed, evidence to support a civil claim to the tenancy tribunal for damages.
Have a bit of a look on the internet for different suggestions about how to word your tenancy contracts and what to do if you do detect meth in your rental.
If you have any information in regards to the use, sale or manufacture of methamphetamine, please let us know. The best way to do it is to call CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 - that way your information can be kept confidential.
Help us rid our country of this nasty drug. Share this with anyone you know who has a rental or is in property management!
Tristan

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3097 days ago

98 Corolla sw

Andy & Lisa from Te Kowhai

1998 Toyota 1.6 wagon. 500K on the clock
been sitting here a few months as the son brought a Ute for work when the clutch went.
needs clutch (approx $350 mechanic to do). does use a bit of oil as you would expect.
Manual, Rego till 04/18, WOF ran last month, been a great runner
Offers over … View more
1998 Toyota 1.6 wagon. 500K on the clock
been sitting here a few months as the son brought a Ute for work when the clutch went.
needs clutch (approx $350 mechanic to do). does use a bit of oil as you would expect.
Manual, Rego till 04/18, WOF ran last month, been a great runner
Offers over $200
perfect for learning to drive or a great paddock basher

Negotiable

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3083 days ago

Bedside dresser drawers

Jacqui from Nawton

2x Bedside dresser drawers for sale are in good condition few wear n tear type marks but nothing major. Drawers are on runners in perfect condition. $45 ea cabinet.

Negotiable

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3091 days ago

"THE ULTIMATE GIRLS GETAWAY"

Edie Swney from The Travel Brokers - Edie Swney

PICTURE THIS! 

You and your girlfriends arrive in Bangkok, and jump on a private 90 minute flight South East to the stunning and remote island of Koh Kood. A short speedboat ride in a stunning white vessel to Thailand’s most desired 6 Star Resort, Soneva Kiri. Allow your personal Butler (Mr or … View more
PICTURE THIS! 

You and your girlfriends arrive in Bangkok, and jump on a private 90 minute flight South East to the stunning and remote island of Koh Kood. A short speedboat ride in a stunning white vessel to Thailand’s most desired 6 Star Resort, Soneva Kiri. Allow your personal Butler (Mr or Mrs Friday) to escort you to your beautifully appointed and luxurious villa. Spoil yourselves in the outdoor jungle bathrooms, dine amongst the trees, spend your days on private beaches and in the Six Senses Spa indulging in massages and Ayurveda Treatments.

Watch the sunset over the jungle across the ocean whilst you sip cocktails and wander down to our outdoor cinema for wine and popcorn. A mixture of luxury, environmentally friendly design and an authentically Thai experience will provide a holiday you will be talking about for years to come. This is the perfect escape for you and the girls, for that mid-year Winter escape. It would be remiss of us not to mention the complimentary gourmet chocolate and ice creams room, at your service. Night and day.

Ready to get whisked away to paradise?
SOUND LIKE YOU? want more details? email me or call

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3086 days ago

Quiz the candidate

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours, we're speaking to the candidates from Labour, National and Greens contesting the Hamilton West electorate at this year's general election. Do you have an issue, questions or topic you'd like to throw at them? Please let our reporter know so we can quiz them. Post your … View moreHi neighbours, we're speaking to the candidates from Labour, National and Greens contesting the Hamilton West electorate at this year's general election. Do you have an issue, questions or topic you'd like to throw at them? Please let our reporter know so we can quiz them. Post your questions below or email: kelley.tantau@fairfaxmedia.co.nz

3084 days ago

Poll: Do you know who your vote is going to?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's only ten weeks till New Zealand's General Election. Have you made a decision on who you will vote for? Or do you think the next ten weeks will affect your vote?

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Do you know who your vote is going to?
  • 54.9% Yes, I absolutely know
    54.9% Complete
  • 20.6% I have an idea but I could still be swayed
    20.6% Complete
  • 20% I'm still undecided
    20% Complete
  • 3.3% I don't plan on voting
    3.3% Complete
  • 1.2% I'm not old enough to vote / can't vote
    1.2% Complete
3998 votes
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3086 days ago

City Finance Cost(s)

Geoff from Rototuna North

Finance (Interest) Cost(s)
2017/2018 Annual Plan
There was much joy and jubilation Hamilton receiving $272 million interest free from the Government $1 billion infrastructure fund. The current debt is $434 million; finance (interest) cost is $21,819,000 (nearly $22 million per year). The increase… View more
Finance (Interest) Cost(s)
2017/2018 Annual Plan
There was much joy and jubilation Hamilton receiving $272 million interest free from the Government $1 billion infrastructure fund. The current debt is $434 million; finance (interest) cost is $21,819,000 (nearly $22 million per year). The increase of $272 million will push the debt to $706 million with additional cost of $27.2 million per year to pay back the $272 million takes the annual interest (finance) cost to $41.019 million and pushes the net interest–cost-to-total-revenue to 20.78%.
Current Finance Cost (Interest) $21,819,000
Plus
Infrastructure Fund Payments $27,200,000
$49,019,000 per year
Broken down Council (Ratepayers) have to fund/find
Monthly (12) $4,084,916.67
Weekly (52) $942,673.08
Daily (365) $134,298.63
As well as run the daily operation of the city. All of this takes no account of
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a. $13.3 million at ‘Waterworld’ www.stuff.co.nz...

b. The Water Pipes leading to the East

c. The ‘Frankton Plan’ the ‘River Plan’, the ‘Ferrybank Plan’ the ‘CBD plan’ and at least another 20 odd other projects Council have pencilled in and some supposedly FUNDED.

d. Oh, the ZOO $15.7 million

e. $34.5 million on Founders Theatre www.stuff.co.nz...

f. Not to mention other ‘Dreams are Free’ Plans/Projects proposed by Council.
If Ratepayers objected to the recent “Free” parking proposal, imagine the reaction when they receive their rates to fund this 20.78% interest–cost-to-total-revenue plus any other ‘Dreams are Free’
Hamilton is in deep do dos.
Austerity is the order of the day – cut one’s cloth…the alternative will be to price people out of their homes, it has happened overseas the conditions are the same.

3085 days ago

Roundabout Respect

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Have you given our Roundabout Respect survey a go? You’ll go in the draw to win one of four MTA vouchers if you do! And while you’re there learn more about what good driving behaviours keep our city's roundabouts going around. Let’s all improve. Signal when you move, use the correct lane… View moreHave you given our Roundabout Respect survey a go? You’ll go in the draw to win one of four MTA vouchers if you do! And while you’re there learn more about what good driving behaviours keep our city's roundabouts going around. Let’s all improve. Signal when you move, use the correct lane when you move, reduce your speed when you move and respect others when you move. Learn more

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3085 days ago

Free mindfulness course for people affected by cancer

Lindsay Clark from Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society

What is mindfulness? How can it be applied in everyday life? Join us at the Cancer Society's free Living Mindfully programme to find out how mindfulness can be beneficial in reducing stress, anxiety and depression, improving relationships, managing pain and increasing well-being and immune … View moreWhat is mindfulness? How can it be applied in everyday life? Join us at the Cancer Society's free Living Mindfully programme to find out how mindfulness can be beneficial in reducing stress, anxiety and depression, improving relationships, managing pain and increasing well-being and immune response.

Our six-week mindfulness course for people affected by cancer starts in Hamilton on 22 August. Visit our website for details: waikato-bop.cancernz.org.nz...

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3085 days ago

Saturday/Sunday sport types, venues, & fees

Hautai from Nawton

Hi everyone,

I wondered if people could inform me of sports children can participate in on weekends, the cost per child including age group costs if there are variations, contacts of the coaches, the venue and the variation in times for trainings & games.

Thank you to all those who respond.

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Hi everyone,

I wondered if people could inform me of sports children can participate in on weekends, the cost per child including age group costs if there are variations, contacts of the coaches, the venue and the variation in times for trainings & games.

Thank you to all those who respond.

Kind regards,
Hautai

3086 days ago

Adult Bike for sale

Lauren from Beerescourt

Hi all,


I'm selling this adult road bike as it is too tall for me. A few years old but has good tyres and breaks.


Pick up in Beerescourt.

Price: $100

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3086 days ago

Council Media Release

Geoff from Rototuna North

In-depth financial report identifies 10-Year Plan challenges


Wednesday 12 July 2017

A proposed approach to measure Hamilton City Council’s financial performance as part of discussions for the city’s 10-Year Plan was presented to councillors in a public briefing session today.


The … View more
In-depth financial report identifies 10-Year Plan challenges


Wednesday 12 July 2017

A proposed approach to measure Hamilton City Council’s financial performance as part of discussions for the city’s 10-Year Plan was presented to councillors in a public briefing session today.


The Financial Strategy Assessment by PwC identified the key financial challenges for Hamilton in coming years. The report took the 2015-25 10-Year Plan as a starting point and looked at the current and future economic landscape and whether the existing financial approach is the best for the city in the new economic environment.


A revised approach was recommended to ensure the annual costs to run the city are met by the annual operating revenue. The new measure excludes vested assets, all capital subsidies (new roads) and 65% of development contribution revenue (DC revenue).

Under this approach, to maintain day to day operations and the community expectations from the last annual plan, the city would have needed to increase base revenue this financial year by 11.7 per cent, or find cost savings of $12.1M, or a combination of both. This adjustment does not take into account inflationary cost increases, new funding requirements in the coming 10-Year Plan, or growth challenges.

Hamilton City Council Chief Executive Richard Briggs says he will be recommending the PwC approach to the Council’s Revenue Task Force.

“The report is consistent with the financial data supplied to councillors in March of this year which identified the Council needs to address a gap between its base revenue sources and the day-to-day costs to run the city.

“In simple terms, the costs of running the city in the future will not be covered by the rates income and user fees and charges we have budgeted,” Mr Briggs says.

“The report also confirms there are significant growth pressures and a number of unfunded plans and strategies which Council and the community will need to consider as Hamilton sets its priorities during the 10-Year Plan process,” he says.

“Hamilton is experiencing growth increases far beyond what was expected in 2012, when we last set the financial strategy. That strategy was appropriate at the time but six years later we have a totally different economic landscape.

“Base costs to provide services to the city have increased and new legislative requirements have resulted in increased maintenance and capital expenditure costs for our existing assets.

“The Housing Infrastructure Fund proposals are a separate issue and are part of the growth picture – today’s PwC report is about base operating costs and revenues,” Mr Briggs says.

“How this funding gap is addressed is one of the challenges facing the Council – no decisions have yet been made – and today is part of a series of briefings to provide councillors with the best information as we develop our long term plan,” Mr Briggs says.

Earlier this year the Council voted to keep rates increases at an average of 3.8% for 2017/18, as originally proposed. How the city funds its activities in the future will be determined through the 2018-2028 10-Year Plan.

The 10-Year Plan is the blueprint for how Hamilton will build a stronger economy and a more attractive city for families. The Plan is about how the city balances three areas: growth, levels of service and the financial strategy, and will go out for public consultation in early 2018.

3095 days ago

Do you have roundabout respect?

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours! Hamilton City Council have urged residents to improve their roundabout respect. It's almost every day I witness an almost-accident at a roundabout! Have you seen near-misses at a roundabout in Hamilton? Is there one that is particularly bad for dodgy drivers? Comment below! If … View moreHi neighbours! Hamilton City Council have urged residents to improve their roundabout respect. It's almost every day I witness an almost-accident at a roundabout! Have you seen near-misses at a roundabout in Hamilton? Is there one that is particularly bad for dodgy drivers? Comment below! If you want to test your roundabout skills, follow the link and be in to win!
*Please write NFP if you do not want your comments published*

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3086 days ago

Relaxation foot massage

Georgie from Nawton

Feet are the most underestimated part of our bodies, yet they carry us to where we want to go and have an intricate network of nerves that connect to our organs and the the rest of our body. Very good reason to give them some TLC <3

Relaxation foot massage from $20 for 20 min,
Relaxation … View more
Feet are the most underestimated part of our bodies, yet they carry us to where we want to go and have an intricate network of nerves that connect to our organs and the the rest of our body. Very good reason to give them some TLC <3

Relaxation foot massage from $20 for 20 min,
Relaxation plus -$35 includes foot massage and herbal/aroma foot spa
Deluxe - $50 circulation booster, herbal/aroma foot bath and massage.
Can also do neck and shoulders as well.
I share half a healing space with a kind hearted reiki practitioner at the western community Centre under Manawa tu tangata and work by appointment on Saturday mornings. I can work by appointment after hours in Nawton from your own home as well. If you wish to book please message me or phone me on 0204846626. All enquiries for massage or reiki welcome. Love and light <3

Price: $20

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