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79 days ago

Resilient’ Tokoroa locals wonder how much more they can take

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Beware the double edged sword of foreign investment warns a union official who says he has some sympathy for the owners of Tokoroa’s plywood plant where more than 100 people could soon lose their jobs.

The mood in Tokoroa was low when visited by the Waikato Times on Wednesday, locals said they… View more
Beware the double edged sword of foreign investment warns a union official who says he has some sympathy for the owners of Tokoroa’s plywood plant where more than 100 people could soon lose their jobs.

The mood in Tokoroa was low when visited by the Waikato Times on Wednesday, locals said they were not sure how much more they could take in the wake of yet another closure of one of the town’s major employers.

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79 days ago

Care for your gardener’s hands with a free gift this September

NZ Gardener

Gardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.

Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious … View more
Gardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.

Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious cream blends New Zealand Manuka Oil, renowned for its natural antibacterial qualities, with Manuka Honey, to deeply nourish, moisturise, and assist with repair.

Subscribe now to enjoy inspiring ideas for your garden and a little care for your hands.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 350 people who subscribe to NZ Gardener for 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years between 1–28 September 2025.
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82 days ago

Scam Alert: Phone calls from Tel Companys advising you of a prize

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.

❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their … View more
2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.

❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their official number

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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80 days ago

Hamilton mum takes used car battle to disputes tribunal

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Hamilton mum who says she was sold a faulty car is taking the dealer to a disputes tribunal - but is still paying the finance on a vehicle she doesn’t have in the meantime.

Shynesia Chapman, 27, said she lodged her Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal application on September 4, paying $87, and … View more
A Hamilton mum who says she was sold a faulty car is taking the dealer to a disputes tribunal - but is still paying the finance on a vehicle she doesn’t have in the meantime.

Shynesia Chapman, 27, said she lodged her Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal application on September 4, paying $87, and was told the trader had until September 19 to contact her to try to resolve the dispute.

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80 days ago

Tim Macindoe's writing desk

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Sturdy, dependable, functional, fostering productivity and studiousness, and very tidy.

Those are all descriptions that potentially have been applied to Hamilton mayoral candidate Tim Macindoe. They could also describe his favourite possession: A wooden working desk that he inherited from his … View more
Sturdy, dependable, functional, fostering productivity and studiousness, and very tidy.

Those are all descriptions that potentially have been applied to Hamilton mayoral candidate Tim Macindoe. They could also describe his favourite possession: A wooden working desk that he inherited from his dad.

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80 days ago

Poll: Would you try out a smash room?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Hamilton business selling the stress-relieving benefits of a destructive rampage is hoping ACC will pay for clients to smash old TVs and glassware in the search for catharsis.

But not everyone in the mental health sector thinks it’s the way to tone down societal rage.

Would you try out a … View more
A Hamilton business selling the stress-relieving benefits of a destructive rampage is hoping ACC will pay for clients to smash old TVs and glassware in the search for catharsis.

But not everyone in the mental health sector thinks it’s the way to tone down societal rage.

Would you try out a smash room? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you try out a smash room?
  • 0% I already have
    0% Complete
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 100% No
    100% Complete
1 vote
95 days ago

Poll: Where do you think the sculpture sits best?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Shifting a sizeable sculpture from Garden Place to Hamilton Gardens had an almost $28,000 price tag.

The steel and aluminium structure, Te Tiaho O Matariki, is 12 metres tall. It was commissioned by Hamilton City Council in 2011, when it cost rate-payers $110,000 (excluding GST).

Where do you… View more
Shifting a sizeable sculpture from Garden Place to Hamilton Gardens had an almost $28,000 price tag.

The steel and aluminium structure, Te Tiaho O Matariki, is 12 metres tall. It was commissioned by Hamilton City Council in 2011, when it cost rate-payers $110,000 (excluding GST).

Where do you think the sculpture sits best? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Where do you think the sculpture sits best?
  • 41.7% Where it was, Garden Place
    41.7% Complete
  • 35.4% New spot at Hamilton Gardens
    35.4% Complete
  • 22.9% Other (explain in the comments0
    22.9% Complete
48 votes
80 days ago

Mayor slams ‘bread and circus’ govt as 100 more jobs go in Tokoroa

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

South Waikato mayor Gary Petley has come out swinging at a government he says “doesn’t give a toss” about regional New Zealand, and the impending closure of Carter Holt Harvey’s Tokoroa plywood plant.

Faced with the second major plant closure in a year in his patch, a visibly angry … View more
South Waikato mayor Gary Petley has come out swinging at a government he says “doesn’t give a toss” about regional New Zealand, and the impending closure of Carter Holt Harvey’s Tokoroa plywood plant.

Faced with the second major plant closure in a year in his patch, a visibly angry Petley pointed to it coming the same week as a major event fund to attract big offshore acts.

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80 days ago

New stock arrived

Peter from Quirky Woodcrafts

Please phone for veiwing. 021-153-2282

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80 days ago

The latest product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
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We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
Deep brand Green Garlic, Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix
Durra brand Tahina (800g)
Speirs Foods brand salads and Woolworths brand coleslaw
Nutty Black Rice Crisps
Deep brand Sprouted Mat, Sprouted Moong, and Surti Undhiu Mix
Fruitae brand Lemon Sorbet
Food Snob and Mon Ami brand French Cheeses

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Zummi 360 Degree Rotation Superia Car Seat- sold at Farmers
Bunjie Peek-A-Boo Probiotic Baby Eye Wipes: 30 Pack and 60 Pack

Product Recalls: Electronics
Yeelight Staria Bedside Lamp Pro- sold on Mighty Ape
KNOG Blinder 900 & 1300 Bike Lights

Product Recalls: Other
Toy Mania 3D Mini Animal Toy - Assorted (Mini Animal Toy)- sold at Kmart
Armour® Safety Helmet For Height Use With Reflective Tape - EN12492
Potentially Asbestos Impacted Fire Doors- sold by Pacific Door Systems Limited (PDS)

Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.

See past months recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!

80 days ago

Savour the moments that matter with Ryman

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

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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80 days ago

Elephant collection

Colleen from Temple View

40 elephants need a new keeper. A number of them were close to a hundred dollars when purchased.

Price: $350

81 days ago

What act would you like to see in Hamilton?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate believes the city can host big hitters such as Taylor Swift with a new theatre on the way and Homegrown making its return early next year.

The Government announced it’s putting $40 million into securing major international events from 2026, as part of a larger … View more
Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate believes the city can host big hitters such as Taylor Swift with a new theatre on the way and Homegrown making its return early next year.

The Government announced it’s putting $40 million into securing major international events from 2026, as part of a larger $70 million tourism fund.

What act would you like to see in Hamilton? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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83 days ago

Poll: Do you think councils running a shared rubbish service would be better?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson reckons it’s time the city considered a new “in house” method of dealing with its rubbish and recycling, instead of simply letting foreign-owned companies truck it away.

In an announcement made on Saturday morning, Thomson said collaboration with … View more
Hamilton mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson reckons it’s time the city considered a new “in house” method of dealing with its rubbish and recycling, instead of simply letting foreign-owned companies truck it away.

In an announcement made on Saturday morning, Thomson said collaboration with other councils to deliver rubbish and recycling services might work for Hamilton - and it would at least be worth investigating to see if it would be cheaper than the current model.

Do you think councils running a shared rubbish service would be better? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think councils running a shared rubbish service would be better?
  • 66.7% Yes
    66.7% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
15 votes
82 days ago

Who deserves your vote?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

EDITORIAL: The local body election campaign is in full swing so it’s time to think about who is worthy of your vote. Our coverage is well underway and today we are rolling out a series of stories and videos to help you make a decision.

Senior reporter Mike Mather is on the case armed with a … View more
EDITORIAL: The local body election campaign is in full swing so it’s time to think about who is worthy of your vote. Our coverage is well underway and today we are rolling out a series of stories and videos to help you make a decision.

Senior reporter Mike Mather is on the case armed with a list of curly and not so curly questions for the mayoral candidates who, in our view, have the most realistic chance of winning the Hamilton mayoralty.

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