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Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
… View moreKiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.
A Hillcrest tenant has been ordered to cough up more than $8000 to her former landlord after the Tenancy Tribunal ruled the property “had been intentionally made dirty”.
In total the woman has been ordered to pay $8855.66, including $1663 for rubbish removal, $443.07 for a skip bin, $2487 … View moreA Hillcrest tenant has been ordered to cough up more than $8000 to her former landlord after the Tenancy Tribunal ruled the property “had been intentionally made dirty”.
In total the woman has been ordered to pay $8855.66, including $1663 for rubbish removal, $443.07 for a skip bin, $2487 for cleaning, $2800 on wall repairs and $795 for lock/key replacement and window repair.
Hear about reporter Avina Vidyadharan's quest to learn swimming skills.
"I wanted a miracle. Ten lessons in, I’d emerge from the pool sleek and streamlined, slicing through blue water like a fish with a press pass. After nine classes, I’ve learned two things: fish don’t file on … View moreHear about reporter Avina Vidyadharan's quest to learn swimming skills.
"I wanted a miracle. Ten lessons in, I’d emerge from the pool sleek and streamlined, slicing through blue water like a fish with a press pass. After nine classes, I’ve learned two things: fish don’t file on deadline, and that dream was arrogant."
Do you remember learning to swim? How was it for you? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Businesses in Hamilton’s CBD are calling for tighter control of off-leash dogs.
It comes amid a significant rise in dog related complaints with 122 in 2024-25, the highest in five years.
Have you come across a roaming dog in the central city? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you … View moreBusinesses in Hamilton’s CBD are calling for tighter control of off-leash dogs.
It comes amid a significant rise in dog related complaints with 122 in 2024-25, the highest in five years.
Have you come across a roaming dog in the central city? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
We’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening … View moreWe’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.
To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening tip.
Winners announced Wednesday, October 29 - good luck and happy gardening! ?
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Saving Chateau Tongariro just got cheaper thanks to new earthquake strengthening rules that could slash millions from repair bills.
However, Ruapehu District mayor Weston Kirton, whose council has championed the saving of the iconic heritage hotel, is not getting too excited, saying earthquake … View moreSaving Chateau Tongariro just got cheaper thanks to new earthquake strengthening rules that could slash millions from repair bills.
However, Ruapehu District mayor Weston Kirton, whose council has championed the saving of the iconic heritage hotel, is not getting too excited, saying earthquake strengthening costs were “another part of the puzzle, but a significant one”.
Do you know of a building that might benefit from the earthquake rating rule changes? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hamilton’s next big roading project just got a boost.
Southern Links - a 32km transport project in Hamilton’s south - is getting $100m of funding released to speed up the journey to construction.
The roads will “complete the missing connection between West Hamilton and SH1”, according to … View moreHamilton’s next big roading project just got a boost.
Southern Links - a 32km transport project in Hamilton’s south - is getting $100m of funding released to speed up the journey to construction.
The roads will “complete the missing connection between West Hamilton and SH1”, according to an NZTA factsheet.
Are you a fan of the Southern Links plan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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Opinion columnist Lyall Macfarlane has been shocked to see Christmas decorations start appearing - what do you think?
“Christmas comes but once a year.” But based on recent experience, the festival takes up about a quarter of it.
I saw my first Christmas retail displays last week – 3 of … View moreOpinion columnist Lyall Macfarlane has been shocked to see Christmas decorations start appearing - what do you think?
“Christmas comes but once a year.” But based on recent experience, the festival takes up about a quarter of it.
I saw my first Christmas retail displays last week – 3 of them, in early October.
A couple of days ago, my local mall’s walkways were festooned with trestle tables groaning under the weight of Yuletide novelty goods. You know the thing – archangels, elves, Christmas trees and Father Christmases/Santas in various poses. Some jolly old gents were capable of doing a wee jig while ho, ho, hoing or singing a jolly old festive ditty, far too early.
Moroni Williams walks as many as 14 dogs at once, but he’d like to walk 20.
Today’s pack walk starts like any other, with Williams picking up the dog poo. With 15 dogs, it takes a while.
Independent commissioners have approved plans for Burger King and Starbucks to open up in Tīrau, despite strong public opposition and concerns about the town’s character and traffic on State Highway 1.
The decision, released to the public on Monday, will see … View moreIndependent commissioners have approved plans for Burger King and Starbucks to open up in Tīrau, despite strong public opposition and concerns about the town’s character and traffic on State Highway 1.
The decision, released to the public on Monday, will see a single-storey Starbucks café and Burger King restaurant built at 69A Main Road, each with drive-through facilities and a shared car park.
What are your thoughts on the fast food plans for Tīrau? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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