Rukuhia, Hamilton

3263 days ago

The infamous high bridge

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hey neighbours, I was driving home to Leamington on Wednesday about 5.30pm when I cam across this camper van driver who had to make some tough decisions. Luckily, the van in front stopped before the bridge, got out and told the camper van driver not to go over the bridge. Crisis averted, but this … View moreHey neighbours, I was driving home to Leamington on Wednesday about 5.30pm when I cam across this camper van driver who had to make some tough decisions. Luckily, the van in front stopped before the bridge, got out and told the camper van driver not to go over the bridge. Crisis averted, but this is obviously an ongoing problem!

3262 days ago

A Neighbourly New Year Tip #5 - Keep it private

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from … View moreDid you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from your Neighbourly noticeboard. It's also a great way to directly contact local organisations, businesses or media!
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How to send a private message:
* Locate the neighbour you wish to send a message to in your Neighbours Directory or on your noticeboard and click their name to visit their profile
* Click the MESSAGE button below your neighbour's profile picture
* Enter a subject and message and click send!
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3262 days ago

$ave the GST - last chance!

Resene

There's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or… View moreThere's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products!

*Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
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3264 days ago

Poll: Neighbourhood dairies

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hey neighbours, our city dairies are having a rough time thanks to a few crims. What do you think needs to be done to improve safety around our neighbourhood shops? Please take part in our poll or comment below.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Thanks very much for taking part in our poll and for … View more
Hey neighbours, our city dairies are having a rough time thanks to a few crims. What do you think needs to be done to improve safety around our neighbourhood shops? Please take part in our poll or comment below.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Thanks very much for taking part in our poll and for the man comments. The poll is now closed and we will be using your feedback to help form stories in the Hamilton Press the coming weeks.

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Neighbourhood dairies
  • 27.2% Increase police staff around neighbourhoods.
    27.2% Complete
  • 55.8% Extend CCTV network to suburbs.
    55.8% Complete
  • 12.2% Form more Neighbourhood Watch groups.
    12.2% Complete
  • 4.8% Other (comment below)
    4.8% Complete
147 votes
3263 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #4 - Join a Group

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups … View more
Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups around New Zealand include gardening, running, babysitter networking, private street groups and puppy playgroups.
Browse Groups

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3263 days ago

Sofa for sale

Nicky from Tamahere

Sofa for sale in used condition. Approx 10 years old. No rips or tears. Pick up is matamata. Will try post photo but not letting me atm

Price: $170

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3263 days ago

Sofas for sale.

Nicky from Tamahere

2 seater couch for sale. About 5 years old...hardly used near new condition. Pick up is matamata.

Price: $300

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3264 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #3 - Find your filters

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.

While you're there - have a play with the 'Sort' filter. This is a drop down menu allowing you to switch between newest posts and newest activity (replies).

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3264 days ago

Poll: Visitor experience in Cambridge

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

So you've got relatives or friends staying in town, what would you recommend they do or see while in Cambridge? Take part in our poll or make your own suggestions.

Visitor experience in Cambridge
  • 20% Lake Karapiro, there's events galore!
    20% Complete
  • 40% Te Awa River Ride/Avidrome?
    40% Complete
  • 40% Dine out at eateries?
    40% Complete
  • 0% Other (comment below)
    0% Complete
5 votes
3264 days ago

Want to win tickets to the B10s in Brisbane?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first … View more
Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first ever Brisbane 10’s. See all of your favourite Super Rugby players in one exhilarating competition!

The prize package includes flights, accommodation and 4 platinum section tickets to the Brisbane 10’s on February 11 and 12.

Held annually at Suncorp Stadium the Brisbane Global Tens will showcase rugby at its action-packed best, offering a fresh and compelling take on the game, with a format that will combine the space and speed of Sevens rugby with the trademark physicality, athleticism and tactical element of the traditional fifteen-a-side game.

For your chance to win simply like or thank this post before Friday 27 January and you're in the draw!
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Conditions: prize not transferable. Valid for prize as is and no cash equivalent. NZ residents/citizens only and 18+.

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3273 days ago

2017 Hay for Sale!

Bronwyn from Tamahere

We have 100 spare bales - just finished Sunday 8th, so get in quick.

$9.00 for one bale. Buy 10 and get one more free. 

Pickup is just off State Highway one, south of Hamilton.

Price: $9

3269 days ago

Trash talk

Reporter Hamilton Press

Do neighbours prefer to use bins or bags when it come to rubbish collection? Council is reviewing the way it collects your rubbish, with a view towards more recycling. Check out this video link and let us know what you think. We're keen to gather your opinions for a story in the coming weeks!
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Do neighbours prefer to use bins or bags when it come to rubbish collection? Council is reviewing the way it collects your rubbish, with a view towards more recycling. Check out this video link and let us know what you think. We're keen to gather your opinions for a story in the coming weeks!
UPDATE: Thanks to everyone who has commented on this subject. Just a note from the Hamilton City Council to verify that submissions to its review on this topic closed late last year. The next step will be working towards a hearing where all of the submission will be considered by the council in the coming months.

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3271 days ago

Water meters in Cambridge

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hey neighbours, word on the street is that Waipa District Council has sent out letters notifying residents work is about to begin on installing water meters? First bills to arrive mid-2018!

3265 days ago

Neighbourly Tip #2 - Those three little dots...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the … View more
Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the Neighbourly team to review.

Under your own posts, those three little dots give you a different menu. You'll be able to edit your post, delete it or disable replies.

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3265 days ago

Avanti kids bikes up for grabs!

FreshChoice New Zealand

We are giving away two 20 inch Avanti kids bikes and helmets with FreshChoice Win a Bike. Win one for your child, nephew or grandchild, by entering online. Competition runs from now until 29th January 2017. More bikes to win at all FreshChoice supermarkets so pop into your local FreshChoice to be … View moreWe are giving away two 20 inch Avanti kids bikes and helmets with FreshChoice Win a Bike. Win one for your child, nephew or grandchild, by entering online. Competition runs from now until 29th January 2017. More bikes to win at all FreshChoice supermarkets so pop into your local FreshChoice to be into win. Enter now! Learn more

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