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People living in small towns across rural and coastal Waikato could be seeing better access to after hours and urgent healthcare “closer to home” in the future.
The Government announced on Sunday it’s investing $164 million over four years to improve urgent and after hours healthcare … View morePeople living in small towns across rural and coastal Waikato could be seeing better access to after hours and urgent healthcare “closer to home” in the future.
The Government announced on Sunday it’s investing $164 million over four years to improve urgent and after hours healthcare across rural and remote parts of the country as part of Budget 2025.
Is there after hours care in your area? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hamilton has topped the country for emergency housing funding - even as a dramatic nationwide decline in grant numbers signals the end of an era.
The city received more than $3.1 million in emergency housing grants - nearly a third of the total $10.2 million allocated nationwide and the highest … View moreHamilton has topped the country for emergency housing funding - even as a dramatic nationwide decline in grant numbers signals the end of an era.
The city received more than $3.1 million in emergency housing grants - nearly a third of the total $10.2 million allocated nationwide and the highest allocation of any city, including Auckland.
Hamilton families say they’re looking to Morrinsville to buy their first home, because there’s more space, less crime, and more “bang for your buck”.
Morrinsville’s first home property market, particularly the under $700,000 category is “super busy” at the moment, with “lots of … View moreHamilton families say they’re looking to Morrinsville to buy their first home, because there’s more space, less crime, and more “bang for your buck”.
Morrinsville’s first home property market, particularly the under $700,000 category is “super busy” at the moment, with “lots of multi offers”, according to local real estate agents Nicki and Wayne Robb.
Do you know of other Waikato towns where first home buyers are looking? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A tricky exit from the Cambridge ambulance base has been slowing down emergency responses, councillors have heard.
Emergency services, “in particular Hato Hone St John” had raised the issue with Waipā District Council, council documents show. They said parked cars on either side of Fort … View moreA tricky exit from the Cambridge ambulance base has been slowing down emergency responses, councillors have heard.
Emergency services, “in particular Hato Hone St John” had raised the issue with Waipā District Council, council documents show. They said parked cars on either side of Fort Street are “delaying response times”, and they need clear two-way access.
The answer is yes, it is illegal. And yet in New Zealand it's fairly common to see drivers hitting the road with their fog lights on when it's simply dark.
Those who have sat their written drivers test recently will be in the know, but be honest, did you know it was illegal?
City council staff want a 60kph speed limit to remain on a surface-flooding prone section of Cobham Dr despite a majority of the public wanting it to go back to 80kph.
The staff recommendation to an upcoming traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel covers the section of Cobham Dr … View moreCity council staff want a 60kph speed limit to remain on a surface-flooding prone section of Cobham Dr despite a majority of the public wanting it to go back to 80kph.
The staff recommendation to an upcoming traffic, speed limit and road closure hearings panel covers the section of Cobham Dr between Tristram St and Normandy Ave.
Do you want the 60kph speed limit to stay? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Central city retailers back a call to return to two free hours of street parking in Hamilton’s CBD, saying it’ll be easier for customers to visit and boost foot traffic.
Mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe this week made a fresh push to revert to the system, saying there had been complaints … View moreCentral city retailers back a call to return to two free hours of street parking in Hamilton’s CBD, saying it’ll be easier for customers to visit and boost foot traffic.
Mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe this week made a fresh push to revert to the system, saying there had been complaints the current one-hour regime and heavier fines are scaring people away from the CBD.
What's your take on CBD parking rules? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
City leaders have backed two new signalised pedestrian crossings near the busy shopping “Mecca” of Hamilton East and outside Southwell School in Claudelands.
But one councillor raised queries over projected costs of more than $1.5 million saying the price of crossings was “comparable to a … View moreCity leaders have backed two new signalised pedestrian crossings near the busy shopping “Mecca” of Hamilton East and outside Southwell School in Claudelands.
But one councillor raised queries over projected costs of more than $1.5 million saying the price of crossings was “comparable to a new house”.
What do you think of the pedestrian crossing plans? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A Raglan father is calling for justice after a man harassed his teenage daughter on a bus, including asking her age and talking about “the legal age limit”.
Fred Ralaimihoatra later chased down the 26-year-old man - who revealed he’d been in and out of prison since 2016 - and watched him … View moreA Raglan father is calling for justice after a man harassed his teenage daughter on a bus, including asking her age and talking about “the legal age limit”.
Fred Ralaimihoatra later chased down the 26-year-old man - who revealed he’d been in and out of prison since 2016 - and watched him until the police arrived.
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce the start of its Term 2 Hebrew courses, beginning Wednesday 21 May 2025. Two levels available. Check them out by clicking on the link below:
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce the start of its Term 2 Hindi and Urdu courses, all beginning the week starting Monday 19 May 2025. Multiple levels and sessions to choose from during the week. Check these out by clicking on the links below:
Local Cambridge track cyclist Alex Schuler has been selected to represent NZ at the Junior World Track Cycling Championships this August in the Netherlands. It is a self-funded trip.
The amazing guys at Absolute Access in Rotorua have come on board, they put Alex to work last week, and this … View moreLocal Cambridge track cyclist Alex Schuler has been selected to represent NZ at the Junior World Track Cycling Championships this August in the Netherlands. It is a self-funded trip.
The amazing guys at Absolute Access in Rotorua have come on board, they put Alex to work last week, and this fantastic Trade Me listing is now currently live with all profits going to Alex's Junior Worlds Campaign.
If you are not looking for a scissor lift but could please share the link to the wider community, we would really appreciate it!
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At the the Hamilton Men’s Nightshelter, it’s a tale of guests being preyed upon by criminals, staff who are overwhelmed and stressed, a lack of beds, unsupportive government agencies, and an uncaring - or simply unaware - public.
The nightshelters are increasingly becoming the metaphorical … View moreAt the the Hamilton Men’s Nightshelter, it’s a tale of guests being preyed upon by criminals, staff who are overwhelmed and stressed, a lack of beds, unsupportive government agencies, and an uncaring - or simply unaware - public.
The nightshelters are increasingly becoming the metaphorical ambulance at the bottom of the cliff for the city’s most vulnerable residents.
It’s been over 20 years since a passenger train last stopped in Morrinsville, locals recall, but they say it’d be “fantastic” if it came back to the town.
Cathy Balvert remembers the last time the train ran to Tauranga, because she took it with her kids, now in their 30s.
What do you … View moreIt’s been over 20 years since a passenger train last stopped in Morrinsville, locals recall, but they say it’d be “fantastic” if it came back to the town.
Cathy Balvert remembers the last time the train ran to Tauranga, because she took it with her kids, now in their 30s.
What do you reckon about passenger rail stopping in Morrinsville? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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