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204 days ago

How a generous town rallied around a fundraiser for Cambridge emergency services

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

The total raised has gone up since this story has been published - over $212,000 - and counting destined for emergency services, in a move the Waipā mayor says speaks to character of a family hit by tragedy.

The Givealittle page was set up by the Schick family on Tuesday following the tragic … View more
The total raised has gone up since this story has been published - over $212,000 - and counting destined for emergency services, in a move the Waipā mayor says speaks to character of a family hit by tragedy.

The Givealittle page was set up by the Schick family on Tuesday following the tragic death of 10-year-old Jimmy Schick in an ATV crash on Sunday.

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204 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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204 days ago

Upcycle Magic: DIY Frame Refresh with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Upcycle some old photo frames with Resene Lustacryl and Resene testpots and not only will you win points for your environmental stance, but you can also create original one-offs. Find out how to refresh your photo frames with these easy step by step instructions.

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206 days ago

Poll: Do you use the bus system?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.

Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.

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Hamilton councillors have put off a vote on in-principle support for potential bus service changes, with some seeing red flags and a potential “Trojan horse”.

Proposed ideas included a new Rototuna high frequency service, and replacing the Orbiter with a Northern Link and a Southern Link.

Do you use the bus system? 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 use the bus system?
  • 26.2% Often
    26.2% Complete
  • 16.7% Occasionally
    16.7% Complete
  • 57.1% Never
    57.1% Complete
42 votes
205 days ago

Judy marks 60th wedding anniversary by taking the plunge again

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View more
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!

In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.

Click read more for the full story.

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205 days ago

Five 2017-18 Tractor & Machinery (UK) magazines

Cordwainer from Melville

Five 2017-18 Tractor & Machinery (UK) magazines

130-162 pages each, excellent condition.

Price: $10

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206 days ago

Tuitions at Hamilton East

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206 days ago

Poll: Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.

Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near … View more
Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.

Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near Ngāruawāhia, feral cats were “a real issue”.

Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list? 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 feral cats should be on the predator list?
  • 87.1% Yes
    87.1% Complete
  • 12.9% No
    12.9% Complete
31 votes
206 days ago

‘Incredibly sad’: Family of 10-year-old boy killed in ATV crash speak of ‘devastating loss’

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

The family of a 10-year-old boy killed in an ATV crash have thanked the Cambridge community for its outpouring of support as the family comes to term with the “devastating loss”.

Jimmy Schick died and his father, Rodney Schick, was critically injured in the crash on French Pass Rd, Karapiro,… View more
The family of a 10-year-old boy killed in an ATV crash have thanked the Cambridge community for its outpouring of support as the family comes to term with the “devastating loss”.

Jimmy Schick died and his father, Rodney Schick, was critically injured in the crash on French Pass Rd, Karapiro, on Sunday afternoon.

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236 days ago

Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.

If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
  • 82.3% Yes, it's decreased
    82.3% Complete
  • 14.5% Nope
    14.5% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1111 votes
206 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View more
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Learn More

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208 days ago

What do you think of this plan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.

But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine … View more
Hamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.

But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine the degree of ratepayer benefit from the arrangement.

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

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207 days ago

Wondering what the international part of the airport will be like?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Pack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.

The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive… View more
Pack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.

The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive Mark Morgan saying only a few touch-ups were needed at the terminal by contractors.

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207 days ago

Boy racers ‘lack the brain development’ to grasp their car could be crushed

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato politicians have welcomed law changes aimed at cracking down on boy racers - but one leading road safety campaigner has cautioned the reforms may not work for one simple reason: Stupidity.

“The highest risk offenders are too stupid to understand the risks they’re taking,” said road… View more
Waikato politicians have welcomed law changes aimed at cracking down on boy racers - but one leading road safety campaigner has cautioned the reforms may not work for one simple reason: Stupidity.

“The highest risk offenders are too stupid to understand the risks they’re taking,” said road safety campaigner Clive Matthew-Wilson.

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207 days ago

Poll: Are you a caving fan?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

I rarely say no to a new experience. Which is probably why I found myself, a non-swimmer with exactly zero caving experience, zipping into a wetsuit on a chilly Waitomo morning and wondering whether I was about to make national headlines for all the wrong reasons.

But how could I say no? This … View more
I rarely say no to a new experience. Which is probably why I found myself, a non-swimmer with exactly zero caving experience, zipping into a wetsuit on a chilly Waitomo morning and wondering whether I was about to make national headlines for all the wrong reasons.

But how could I say no? This wasn’t just any old adventure. It was my first-ever caving expedition, my debut in a wetsuit, and my introduction one of New Zealand’s oldest tourist destinations. The promise of glowworms and underground wonder lured me in like a moth to a bioluminescent glow.

Are you a caving fan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you a caving fan?
  • 8.3% Yes
    8.3% Complete
  • 91.7% No
    91.7% Complete
12 votes
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