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213 days ago

Poll: What's your preference for Hamilton's water services?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Some say a joint Hamilton city-Waikato district waters operation lets councils think beyond “lines on a map” and could help support more housing.

Others have big doubts about the details or want the idea binned.

The city council on Monday announced … View more
Some say a joint Hamilton city-Waikato district waters operation lets councils think beyond “lines on a map” and could help support more housing.

Others have big doubts about the details or want the idea binned.

The city council on Monday announced 74% of more than 220 submissions supported having the two councils form a joint council controlled organisation (CCO) to run drinking water and wastewater services.

What's your preference for Hamilton's water services? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What's your preference for Hamilton's water services?
  • 54.8% Keep it in-house
    54.8% Complete
  • 41.9% Join forces with Waikato district
    41.9% Complete
  • 3.2% Other (explain in the comments)
    3.2% Complete
31 votes
211 days ago

Create a Colour-Coded Square Foot Garden Guide with This Easy DIY!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Take the guesswork out of square foot growing with this simple homemade spacing guide, complete with Resene colour-coded holes for easy planting and a dibber to sow seeds at the desired depth. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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212 days ago

What do you think about this up-and-coming player?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Filling the boots of an 84-test All Black and 126-game Chief might be daunting territory for some in Super Rugby Pacific.

Then you get Daniel Rona.

Far from being overawed by being, literally, the Chiefs’ new centre of attention, in the wake of Anton Lienert-Brown’s season-ending shoulder… View more
Filling the boots of an 84-test All Black and 126-game Chief might be daunting territory for some in Super Rugby Pacific.

Then you get Daniel Rona.

Far from being overawed by being, literally, the Chiefs’ new centre of attention, in the wake of Anton Lienert-Brown’s season-ending shoulder injury, the 23-year-old instead couldn’t be much more relaxed.

What do you think about this up-and-coming player? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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212 days ago

NZSL Week - Word of the Day "Starbucks" Chartwell Cafe

Jean from Tauwhare

Learn to sign language for Starbucks, coffee, and cafes. Note that Starbucks uses American Deaf sign language, and it is okay for us to sign this one.

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212 days ago

People crushed between high unemployment and ever rising costs

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

One woman at Vinnies for a meal buses in from Cambridge each day and sifts through the CBD’s rubbish bins for cast-off aluminium cans.

For every kilogram she collects, Te Rapa scrap dealer Sims Metal pays her $1.40 - less than the price of a single can of Coke.

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212 days ago

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You’ll then, step on board the iconic Ghan for a two-night, all-inclusive rail… View more
Exclusive to Imagine Holidays, this extraordinary adventure captures the best of Australia by land, rail and sea. Begin with a 10-night full-board cruise to Australia, followed by a luxurious hotel stay in Adelaide.

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213 days ago

Poll: What do you think of this mural?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton Regional Airport’s 300m wall of graffiti is getting a mural-makeover, just in time for international flights to take off.

With the international flight date looming, an agreement has finally been reached to share the $50,000 cost of a mural to cover the wall of graffiti overlooking … View more
Hamilton Regional Airport’s 300m wall of graffiti is getting a mural-makeover, just in time for international flights to take off.

With the international flight date looming, an agreement has finally been reached to share the $50,000 cost of a mural to cover the wall of graffiti overlooking the regional airport runway.What do you think of this mural?

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

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What do you think of this mural?
  • 37.9% Like it
    37.9% Complete
  • 24.1% So-so
    24.1% Complete
  • 37.9% Not my thing
    37.9% Complete
29 votes
213 days ago

Do you think Hamilton has missed out on big concerts in the past?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton music fans are glad the city’s not being “left out” any more now it’s announced Homegrown will return to Waikato in 2026.

Next year’s festival will be held at Claudelands Oval, after 18 years of being based in Wellington.

Do you think Hamilton has missed out on big concerts… View more
Hamilton music fans are glad the city’s not being “left out” any more now it’s announced Homegrown will return to Waikato in 2026.

Next year’s festival will be held at Claudelands Oval, after 18 years of being based in Wellington.

Do you think Hamilton has missed out on big concerts in the past? Tell us your thoughts in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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213 days ago

Have you had any dangerous driveway incidents?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.

Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.

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A feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.

Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.

Have you had any dangerous driveway incidents? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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213 days ago

Open Days

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 MAY, 10AM - 2PM

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, sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse … View more
FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 MAY, 10AM - 2PM

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

*Participating villages only, Ts & Cs apply.

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213 days ago

Mother’s Day sale final days - Give a gift that lasts all year long

Mags4Gifts

Don't miss your last chance to save up to 35% on magazine subscriptions in our Mother’s Day Sale—perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a well-deserved treat for yourself!

Whether she’s passionate about gardening, inspired by beautiful homes, or loves to keep … View more
Don't miss your last chance to save up to 35% on magazine subscriptions in our Mother’s Day Sale—perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a well-deserved treat for yourself!

Whether she’s passionate about gardening, inspired by beautiful homes, or loves to keep up with the latest entertainment, you’ll find the perfect match at Mags4Gifts.co.nz.

Don't miss out – Mother’s Day is this weekend!

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214 days ago

Poll: Do you support the petition?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.

After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, … View more
A group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.

After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, the Home Educators Student Sports Association (HESSA) is asking for a rule change.

Do you support the 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 the petition?
  • 78.9% Yes
    78.9% Complete
  • 5.3% Not sure
    5.3% Complete
  • 15.8% No
    15.8% Complete
19 votes
214 days ago

Poll: Do you know someone who'd be interested in this?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A motocross accident and a mission to walk again are part of the story behind a new Hamilton gym for people with disabilities.

The gym is run by NextStep New Zealand co-owners Casey Brady and Aaron Balsom, who brought it in from the United States.

Do you know someone who'd be interested … View more
A motocross accident and a mission to walk again are part of the story behind a new Hamilton gym for people with disabilities.

The gym is run by NextStep New Zealand co-owners Casey Brady and Aaron Balsom, who brought it in from the United States.

Do you know someone who'd be interested in this? 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 know someone who'd be interested in this?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
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