Rukuhia, Hamilton

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177 days ago

Hand-made Scarves

Pat from Melville

These scarves have been lovingly made to raise funds for Mission Beyond Borders. All proceeds will go towards buying wool and shipping of the items to Moldova, Romania and the Ukraine. There is great need because of the war in these areas and people are desperate. These scarves can be viewed at my … View moreThese scarves have been lovingly made to raise funds for Mission Beyond Borders. All proceeds will go towards buying wool and shipping of the items to Moldova, Romania and the Ukraine. There is great need because of the war in these areas and people are desperate. These scarves can be viewed at my home by ringing 021-057-0371 to make an arrangement to see them. They are all $10 each.
If you can help in other ways such as donating any leftover wool for our group of ladies to knit or crochet into bllankets, jumpers, hats, scarves and gloves, it will be gratefull received.

Price: $10

178 days ago

Are you a giraffe fan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

It’s a boys’ party at Hamilton Zoo with it set to welcome a third male giraffe later this year.

Two-year-old Kevin moves north from Orana Wildlife Park in Christchurch to join Jabali and Masamba.

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184 days ago

Poll: Are you paying too much for parking?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cost of living has been on our minds lately, and one cost often lamented in our office is parking.

We all know that New Zealanders pay high parking fees! But research shows that the cost is driven by factors such as location, quality, and convenience.

The average daily parking fee being paid … View more
Cost of living has been on our minds lately, and one cost often lamented in our office is parking.

We all know that New Zealanders pay high parking fees! But research shows that the cost is driven by factors such as location, quality, and convenience.

The average daily parking fee being paid in CBDs:
$39.53 in Auckland,
$37.83 in Wellington,
and $32.60 in Christchurch.

But again, the range is wild! Aucklanders could be paying anything from $12 to $80, Wellingtonians from $15 to $50, and if you are in Christchurch, you are looking at $10 to $98.

Neighbours, we want to know: How much are you paying for daily parking fees?

Do you have any tips on how to find cheaper parks?

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Are you paying too much for parking?
  • 63.9% 5-20 per day
    63.9% Complete
  • 23.8% 20-40 per day
    23.8% Complete
  • 4.4% 40-60 per day
    4.4% Complete
  • 2.4% 60-80 per day
    2.4% Complete
  • 5.4% 80-100 per day
    5.4% Complete
294 votes
178 days ago

'You don’t have to live with this but I do,' a resident told the company

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Waikato man says dust from a massive chicken farm near his home has left him with a permanent lung disease, and his neighbours say they’re suffering too.

David Gibney told a resource consent hearing on Tuesday that he had “healthy lungs” before the Mainland Poultry farm was built.

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178 days ago

Poll: How do you see this page - a laugh, or a pile-on?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

What began as a humorous Facebook group poking fun at poor parkers has grown into one of Waikato’s most active online communities, with nearly 42,000 members.

But not everyone thinks the laughs are landing any more.

How do you see this page? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP … View more
What began as a humorous Facebook group poking fun at poor parkers has grown into one of Waikato’s most active online communities, with nearly 42,000 members.

But not everyone thinks the laughs are landing any more.

How do you see this page? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How do you see this page - a laugh, or a pile-on?
  • 0% Bit of a laugh
    0% Complete
  • 0% A pile-on that goes too far
    0% Complete
0 votes
178 days ago
178 days ago

Poll: Do you support this petition for home schoolers?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

All they want is a level playing field for all school students, and they’ve ridden 760km to deliver their message to MPs on the steps of Parliament.

George Fisher, 12, and Amelia Twiss, 13, came to the Waikato Times in April when they once again … View more
All they want is a level playing field for all school students, and they’ve ridden 760km to deliver their message to MPs on the steps of Parliament.

George Fisher, 12, and Amelia Twiss, 13, came to the Waikato Times in April when they once again missed out on medals at this year’s national secondary school mountain biking competition - because they are home schooled.

Do you support their petition? 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 support this petition for home schoolers?
  • 85.7% Yes
    85.7% Complete
  • 14.3% No
    14.3% Complete
21 votes
178 days ago

Some of the biggest critics of the Te Awamutu proposal spoke on Tuesday

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

They’ve been fighting against the project for years, and they finally got their chance to air a long list of grievances over a proposed waste-to-energy plant on their back doorsteps.

Week three of a scheduled three week independent hearing into the … View more
They’ve been fighting against the project for years, and they finally got their chance to air a long list of grievances over a proposed waste-to-energy plant on their back doorsteps.

Week three of a scheduled three week independent hearing into the widely unpopular Paewira waste-to-energy plant in Te Awamutu saw the project’s biggest critics take the stand on Tuesday.

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179 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 Recalls:
Nutrient Rescue brand Double Shot products
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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 Recalls:
Nutrient Rescue brand Double Shot products
Haichijia brand Hua Jia Jiang Hu (Clam Vermicelli)
Daebok Rice Cake brand Ground Garlic and Korean Sundae
Woori Kimchi brand Minced Raw Garlic

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
The Orbit 3D Advanced Baby Swing Rocker Soother Seat Khaki - Sold at Baby Way
Young Originals Baby's Cosy Inner Henley Bodysuit - Sold at The Warehouse
Baybetss Cozy 360 Rotating and Convertible Car Seat with ISOFIX- sold at Baby Way
The Pod Baby Way Capsule – Cozy Haven Baby Capsule with Beige Liner and Footshield- sold at Baby Way
Cherub Baby Anywhere Warmer Pro- sold at Baby Bunting

Product Recalls: Clothing
Children’s hooded dressing gown - Sold at H&M
Children’s poncho towel with ties - Sold at H&M
SHEIN EVRYDAY Kids’ Pajama Sets- sold on SHEIN
Kids Mega Hoodie Blanket- sold at Not Socks Gifts

Product Recalls: Electronics
Labka One to Two Adaptor- sold at Panda Mart
LABKA 6 outlet power board- sold at Panda Mart
LABKA 8-Outlet Powerboard- sold at Panda Mart
Rechargeable Dehumidifer (Set of 2) - Sold at Innovations Direct

Product Recalls: Other
Fuel Line for Malibu Monsoon M5Di and M6Di boat engines
ToolPRO 570KG Engine Stand- sold at Supercheap Auto
AEG 18V F-RAPIDFIRE 10GA 30º- 34º Framing Nailer (A18F10FNNZ) - Sold at Bunnings

See past months recalls here. Stay safe, neighbours!

179 days ago

What do you think of this new arrival at Hamilton Zoo?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A new baby chimp born at Hamilton Zoo is being shown off to keepers and protected by male family members.

Sanda gave birth to the healthy baby that was first spotted by keepers early on Friday. Though the sex is unknown as of yet, her keepers suspect it may be a female.

What do you think of … View more
A new baby chimp born at Hamilton Zoo is being shown off to keepers and protected by male family members.

Sanda gave birth to the healthy baby that was first spotted by keepers early on Friday. Though the sex is unknown as of yet, her keepers suspect it may be a female.

What do you think of this new arrival at Hamilton Zoo? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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179 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about the revaluation and its impact on your house?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A revaluation shaved $215,000 off the capital value of the Smiths’ home and has them worried it could drag down the price they eventually sell for.

Homes around the city were recently revalued for rating purposes and Hamilton City Council announced … View more
A revaluation shaved $215,000 off the capital value of the Smiths’ home and has them worried it could drag down the price they eventually sell for.

Homes around the city were recently revalued for rating purposes and Hamilton City Council announced an average drop of 12% between September 2021 and September 2024, following house price drops over the same period.

How do you feel about the revaluation? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How do you feel about the revaluation and its impact on your house?
  • 13% I'm worried
    13% Complete
  • 56.5% I'll have a look but I'm not too bothered
    56.5% Complete
  • 30.4% I don't pay any attention
    30.4% Complete
23 votes
179 days ago

Poll: Will you try out the improved walkway now it's open again?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Two years, and $2.1 million later, Putāruru’s popular Blue Spring/Te Waihou Walkway is now fully open to the public.

What was first billed as storm and landslip repairs, which would take about a year, and less than $1 million to fix, turned into a full repair, maintenance, and upgrade job … View more
Two years, and $2.1 million later, Putāruru’s popular Blue Spring/Te Waihou Walkway is now fully open to the public.

What was first billed as storm and landslip repairs, which would take about a year, and less than $1 million to fix, turned into a full repair, maintenance, and upgrade job which the South Waikato District Council says “shouldn’t need shutting again for the foreseeable future”.

Will you try out the improved walkway now it's open again? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you try out the improved walkway now it's open again?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Maybe
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
179 days ago

The meal thought to be behind an awards night gastro outbreak

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Authorities believe a beef dish was behind a gastro outbreak linked to the Waipā Business Awards.

The May 2 event at Mystery Creek was attended by 370 people and described as a fabulous night. However, 100 of the attendees fell ill afterwards in what’s been called an acute gastro outbreak.

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180 days ago

The Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

The Post

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!

All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize … View more
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!

All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.

The Team at The Post
Find out more

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180 days ago

Living the Dream Kiwi Bikers (book)

Cordwainer from Melville

Living the Dream Kiwi Bikers

George Lockyer. David Bateman Limited, New Zealand, 2015.

Hardback, large landscape format, 248 pages, colour illustrated.
Excellent condition.

George Lockyer talks to more than 50 Kiwi bikers about life on the road on two wheels.

Price: $10

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