Tamahere, Hamilton

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240 days ago

Share your favourite lime recipe and get a free copy of our June issue

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive… View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the June issue.

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240 days ago

Hoarder’s burden lifted as property turns from dump to developer’s dream

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Developers are now eyeing up the property of a Hamilton hoarder that only weeks ago was an eyesore of exploding rubbish bags and trash.

The clean-up job which is expected to cost “tens of thousands” is still underway, with diggers scraping up the last remains of decades-worth of hoarding and… View more
Developers are now eyeing up the property of a Hamilton hoarder that only weeks ago was an eyesore of exploding rubbish bags and trash.

The clean-up job which is expected to cost “tens of thousands” is still underway, with diggers scraping up the last remains of decades-worth of hoarding and illegally dumped rubbish.

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239 days ago

Recalled food and products in NZ

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.

Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.

Food recalls:
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It hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.

Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.

Food recalls:
Pams afghan oat baked bars
Daily Bread / Dough Boys hot cross buns
Gilmours beef stock and bouillon
Daily Foods Co hot and sour seasoning & spicy perilla leaf seasoning
Lianhua Supermarket ready to eat chicken and pork pieces
Dr Bugs fruit candy popcorn

Product recalls:
Serene S2068 bathroom heaters
Kmart/Anko Double Walled Coffee Cups with Lids
Panda Mart baby walker
Panda Mart fairy cake toy
Panda Mart ice cream car
Panda Mart toy cars
Panda Mart various table lamps
Makita grease guns and flexible hoses
Panda Mart gardening tool
Polaris Ranger kinetic
Panda Mart mini night light
Conversion lead
Turbo Como e-bike
The Warehouse / Young Original sleepsuits

239 days ago

Transform Your Space Sustainably with Resene Eco Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Paint smart with NZ’s widest range of Eco Choice approved paints, available at your local Resene ColorShop. Enjoy low odour, no or low added VOCs paints, made in NZ and independently verified so you can bring out the best in your project.
Come in and see your local Resene ColorShop today!

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239 days ago

Feel a chill in the air?

Health NZ - Winter flu

Autumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.

The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including … View more
Autumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.

The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including diabetes, heart and lung diseases, and mental health conditions.

To book your flu vaccine contact your doctor, pharmacy or healthcare provider, or visit BookMyVaccine.nz
Book it now

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240 days ago

Wood Pellet Burner

Robert from Karapiro - Maungatautari

Free to a good home - Wood pellet burner stove, Canadian manufacture. Very heavy firebricks inside. Recent service and replacement of auger. Would need a flue to be installed safely. Would suit a cottage or a bach. No delivery possible - can be collected from Whitehall area (with a trailer or ute).… View moreFree to a good home - Wood pellet burner stove, Canadian manufacture. Very heavy firebricks inside. Recent service and replacement of auger. Would need a flue to be installed safely. Would suit a cottage or a bach. No delivery possible - can be collected from Whitehall area (with a trailer or ute). Email me if interested.

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240 days ago

Have you ever eaten a Brazilian pastel?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Good Fillings at Made, 401 Grey Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton

A crispy, golden taste of Brazil has arrived in Hamilton with the opening of the country’s first and only dedicated Brazilian pastel store, founded by husband-and-wife duo Viviane Ivo and Carlos Alvarez.

Have you ever eaten a … View more
Good Fillings at Made, 401 Grey Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton

A crispy, golden taste of Brazil has arrived in Hamilton with the opening of the country’s first and only dedicated Brazilian pastel store, founded by husband-and-wife duo Viviane Ivo and Carlos Alvarez.

Have you ever eaten a Brazilian pastel? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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240 days ago

✨ 22 nights from $6,999pp ✨

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Don't miss out - book your dream getaway today and experience the Panama Canal in unforgettable style.

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241 days ago

Poll: Have you ever tried Meyer Cheese?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

From turning wheels of gouda as a kid in a factory that shared a wall with his family’s home to taking on the giants of New Zealand dairy, Miel Meyer’s cheese journey is coming full circle.

His family business, Meyer Cheese, is set to double production by next summer, stepping into a new … View more
From turning wheels of gouda as a kid in a factory that shared a wall with his family’s home to taking on the giants of New Zealand dairy, Miel Meyer’s cheese journey is coming full circle.

His family business, Meyer Cheese, is set to double production by next summer, stepping into a new phase of growth backed by a major facility upgrade and fresh wins at the 2024 New Zealand Cheese Awards.

Have you ever tried Meyer Cheese?

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241 days ago

How's the trip into Hamilton now that resealing is restarting?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Cambridge commuters could face delays of up to 30 minutes at peak times while part of the Waikato Expressway is resealed.

Crews will be working on the Cambridge section on Wednesday, NZ Transport Agency said. The work was meant to be done the week of Monday 31 March but bad weather meant they … View more
Cambridge commuters could face delays of up to 30 minutes at peak times while part of the Waikato Expressway is resealed.

Crews will be working on the Cambridge section on Wednesday, NZ Transport Agency said. The work was meant to be done the week of Monday 31 March but bad weather meant they had to stop after completing one of four sites.

How's the trip into Hamilton now that resealing is restarting? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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241 days ago

Day of Democracy: Consultation conundrum for Thames Coromandel

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

In an ongoing series, the Waikato Times visits a council meeting and casts an irreverent eye over small town democracy in action - today it’s Thames Coromandel District.

Ratepayers and residents of the Thames Coromandel could soon become victims of consultation overload after their council … View more
In an ongoing series, the Waikato Times visits a council meeting and casts an irreverent eye over small town democracy in action - today it’s Thames Coromandel District.

Ratepayers and residents of the Thames Coromandel could soon become victims of consultation overload after their council decided to push two more proposals out for public perusal.

The meeting got off to a slow but intense start when a recent Thames Community Board decision about a new swimming pool complex was discussed, with councillors Rekha Giri-Percival and John Grant questioning why future funding options were not addressed by the board before being put to council.

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241 days ago

Vehicles were used to rip out Huntly water meters, the council says

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Vandals went on a water-meter destroying spree over the weekend, using trucks to rip out water meters and nearly draining a Huntly reservoir.

About 10 water meters, including two with larger 50mm pipes were targeted overnight on Friday causing water levels at a major drinking water reservoir to … View more
Vandals went on a water-meter destroying spree over the weekend, using trucks to rip out water meters and nearly draining a Huntly reservoir.

About 10 water meters, including two with larger 50mm pipes were targeted overnight on Friday causing water levels at a major drinking water reservoir to drop to dangerous levels.

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241 days ago

Hamilton mourns the loss of community champion Lisa Nepia

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Lisa Nepia never gave up on her mission to feed hungry people, at one point organising food parcels even while in hospital after having a leg amputated.

The community champion had a lifelong battle with diabetes and died last week, aged 50.

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241 days ago

Tamahere Lions Best Artisan Market this Saturday from 9:00 - 13:00 at the Tamahere Community Centre

Rita from Tamahere

Fancy a day out in Hamilton/Tamahere, do all your shopping at one place.
Join us at the next bi-monthly Tamahere Lions Best Artisan market
Over 30 indoor and outdoor stalls selling food, coffee, art, craft, gifts, wood and garden items, some produce and more…..proceeds to the local, national … View more
Fancy a day out in Hamilton/Tamahere, do all your shopping at one place.
Join us at the next bi-monthly Tamahere Lions Best Artisan market
Over 30 indoor and outdoor stalls selling food, coffee, art, craft, gifts, wood and garden items, some produce and more…..proceeds to the local, national and international community causes

Amazing stalls of handmade, homemade, upcycled and steam-punked items, just a few to name.
Easter themed - Eater colouring competition, Easter egg hunt and Easter raffle.
SHARE THE POST and spread the word everyone.
As always, we will be collecting good quality toys, books and clothes for Kids in Need Waikato, recycle glasses for Fred Hollows Trust and wine bottle tops/can tabs for KidsCan.
Free admission and parking!
Date: Saturday April 12th 2025 from 9:00 - 13:00
Venue: Tamahere Community Centre, Devine Road

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242 days ago

Poll: Did you know this school was in Eureka?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A little-known Exclusive Brethren school is expanding its footprint and building a new administration and learning centre at their campus on Eureka Rd.

OneSchool Global has operated its Hamilton campus (formerly known as Waikato campus) at its semi-rural site in Eureka for the past 21 years and … View more
A little-known Exclusive Brethren school is expanding its footprint and building a new administration and learning centre at their campus on Eureka Rd.

OneSchool Global has operated its Hamilton campus (formerly known as Waikato campus) at its semi-rural site in Eureka for the past 21 years and recently opened a new $5m campus in Gore, Southland.

Did you know this school was in Eureka?

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