Rukuhia, Hamilton

3256 days ago

Pronto Box recipes will save your day!

FreshChoice Leamington

Need some back to school lunch inspiration? We’ve come up with some easy lunch box options that are quick, tasty and healthy! The FreshChoice Pronto Box recipe series offers nutritious meal ideas for the family that are perfect for school or work. Stop eating into valuable time in the kitchen and… View moreNeed some back to school lunch inspiration? We’ve come up with some easy lunch box options that are quick, tasty and healthy! The FreshChoice Pronto Box recipe series offers nutritious meal ideas for the family that are perfect for school or work. Stop eating into valuable time in the kitchen and try out this scrumptious vegetarian sausage roll! Watch the video

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3258 days ago

Wheelie bins v rubbish bags

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Good afternoon neighbours,

The city council's proposal to introduce wheelie bins to city households has sparked a record number of submissions.

Their aim is to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.

Now that we've all had time to process the idea, what's your opinion … View more
Good afternoon neighbours,

The city council's proposal to introduce wheelie bins to city households has sparked a record number of submissions.

Their aim is to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.

Now that we've all had time to process the idea, what's your opinion on the potential change?

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3257 days ago

Free fire wood

Jitender from Melville

Free fire wood.msg or phone 0210396145

Free

3257 days ago

Waipa chances at sports awards

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Are you a neighbour to any of the people in this picture? You could be living next to the new Waikato Sportsperson of the Year. The annual awards are on tomorrow night in Hamilton.

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3257 days ago

Turn your home ownership dream into a reality this year!

SBS Bank

Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth, we have the home loan for you.

Contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at sbsbank.co.nz/home-loan. T&Cs apply.
Learn more

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3258 days ago

Road Closure

Mike Bain Reporter from Cambridge Edition

The next big tick off the list at the Cambridge roundabout project is to dig out Victoria Street from Clare Street to Hamilton Road.

To do this contractors need to close this section of road for two-three weeks. While it's not ideal, but closing the road will mean the work can be finished … View more
The next big tick off the list at the Cambridge roundabout project is to dig out Victoria Street from Clare Street to Hamilton Road.

To do this contractors need to close this section of road for two-three weeks. While it's not ideal, but closing the road will mean the work can be finished three weeks earlier!

The road closure will begin this Wednesday 25 January.

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3258 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #7 - Selling Stuff

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus … View more
From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus you'll have a chance to meet one of your friendly neighbours. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your sale is a quick and easy one:
* Use good images to ensure your items really stand out
* Share an description of each item you are selling including details of its condition
* Add a price for your listing
* If you have multiple items to sell, group these into a single post and itemise the unique items you have for sale with their sale price.
* Once an item has sold, remember to mark it as SOLD (just click on the three little dots under your post)
* Consider listing an unsold item in the Free Stuff category if you're keen to see it moved along.
* Once a neighbourly has confirmed they'd like to purchase your item, share details using your Neighbourly Inbox
Learn more

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3262 days ago

'Hellhole of a town'

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi everyone,

There's been a lot of debate sparked by a woman who said she'd rather live in an Auckland caravan than her state house in Hamilton.

But it's obviously one person's view of the diverse community in which she lives.

So, in light of both stories linked to … View more
Hi everyone,

There's been a lot of debate sparked by a woman who said she'd rather live in an Auckland caravan than her state house in Hamilton.

But it's obviously one person's view of the diverse community in which she lives.

So, in light of both stories linked to here, what's your take on the situation?

* Please add NFP if you don't want your comment to be used in reports on the topic.

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3270 days ago

What this town needs is...

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hi neighbours, we're revisiting this issue we posted a few months ago for a major story in the Cambridge Edition next week. What do you think Cambridge needs to focus on to prepare for the town's evolution?

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3259 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Recently there's been a lot of media and Neighbourly discussion around begging. How do you feel about people begging in your community? Do you reach into your pockets? Maybe you support organisations working with those who need a helping hand. Share your position below.

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How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?
  • 5.9% I give money and/or food to those begging
    5.9% Complete
  • 27% I don't donate to those begging
    27% Complete
  • 15.7% Sometimes I do, depending on the situation
    15.7% Complete
  • 24.5% I prefer to support organisations helping the needy
    24.5% Complete
  • 26.8% I haven't noticed begging in our neighbourhood
    26.8% Complete
3803 votes
3259 days ago

Number plate thefts rise

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning everyone,

Reporter Caitlin Moorby has discovered that number plate thefts have risen every year since 2011.

Crimes related to stolen number plates include petrol thefts, avoidance of traffic-related fines or tolls, shoplifting, burglary and robbery.

There are a number of ways to … View more
Morning everyone,

Reporter Caitlin Moorby has discovered that number plate thefts have risen every year since 2011.

Crimes related to stolen number plates include petrol thefts, avoidance of traffic-related fines or tolls, shoplifting, burglary and robbery.

There are a number of ways to keep your plate secure, including tamper-proof screws.

The full story is attached below.

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3260 days ago

Poll: Cambridge's $3.1m roundabout

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

This week's poll: There's some neighbours who reckon $3.1m is too much to pay for a new roundabout, what do you think?

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Cambridge's $3.1m roundabout
  • 24.1% The cost is ok with me.
    24.1% Complete
  • 41.4% $3.1m is too much!
    41.4% Complete
  • 27.6% Money should be spent elsewhere.
    27.6% Complete
  • 6.9% Other (comment below)
    6.9% Complete
29 votes
3261 days ago

Cambridge's new $3.1m roundabout begins to take form

Mike Bain Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hi, the team doing this job are doing a fantastic job, so far not too many delays with the Stop/Go

3260 days ago
3261 days ago

Two day garage / yard sale.

Ruth from Melville

Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

No knick-knacks, quality furniture and whiteware. Everything is less than 10 years old. I'm moving and don't want to shift this stuff.

Signposted from K Drive.

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