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99 days ago

Poll: Have you witnessed anything like this in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Staff at Hamilton’s award-winning Palate restaurant were left stunned after a robber walked in during daylight and made no attempt to hide his identity.

Police are investigating the brazen incident, which unfolded just after 4pm on Thursday when a man entered the Victoria St fine-dining spot, … View more
Staff at Hamilton’s award-winning Palate restaurant were left stunned after a robber walked in during daylight and made no attempt to hide his identity.

Police are investigating the brazen incident, which unfolded just after 4pm on Thursday when a man entered the Victoria St fine-dining spot, ripped open the till and fled with a few hundred dollars in cash.

Have you witnessed anything like this in your area? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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99 days ago

Police are considering if fugitive Tom Phillips has had a 'falling out' with supporters

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The manager of the store allegedly hit by fugitive Tom Philips has revealed more detail of what happened on the night.

The Piopio Superette store manager, who did not want to be named, told Stuff that the pair came in around the back of his building through a small section of wooden fence … View more
The manager of the store allegedly hit by fugitive Tom Philips has revealed more detail of what happened on the night.

The Piopio Superette store manager, who did not want to be named, told Stuff that the pair came in around the back of his building through a small section of wooden fence between buildings.

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99 days ago

Turn a Resene Testpot Into a Masterpiece This Weekend!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Want a weekend project that takes little time, effort or money? This one gives you all of the above plus a nice piece of art for your abode. Colour co-ordinate with your interior with Resene testpot colours to match. Find out how to create your own art with these easy step by step instructions.

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100 days ago

Poll: Do you enjoy a raw beef dish?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

At Sage, the bestseller is the beef tartare.

Chef and co-owner Lani Lemuaua describes it as layered — mayonnaise on the bottom, with raw eye fillet, parmesan, and prosciutto on top. He says it’s a “pretty good kind of example of the stuff we do,” blending technique with familiar flavours… View more
At Sage, the bestseller is the beef tartare.

Chef and co-owner Lani Lemuaua describes it as layered — mayonnaise on the bottom, with raw eye fillet, parmesan, and prosciutto on top. He says it’s a “pretty good kind of example of the stuff we do,” blending technique with familiar flavours that nod to a charcuterie board.

Do you enjoy a raw beef dish? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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100 days ago

‘My baby’: Residents describe chaotic scene after fiery Hamilton crash

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Residents first on the scene of a fiery crash in Hamilton that left three people injured, one critically, have described the confronting scene.

The crash happened on Holland Rd in Fairfield just before 8pm on Wednesday and the badly damaged car caught fire after the initial impact.

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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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101 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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101 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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101 days ago

Bojan’s lip-smacking linguine recipe

Hilda Ross 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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101 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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102 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

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.
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102 days ago

15 in 1 multi cooker/slow cooker/ pressure cooker

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