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Check out how Waipā Mayor Susan O'Regan - who's going for another term - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.
Raglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste is saying a firm “no thanks” to ultra-fast fashion giant Shein as poor quality fast fashion with no resale value swamps their opshop before usually ending up at the dump.
“Shein's impact is devastating for the environment, the garment workers, our … View moreRaglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste is saying a firm “no thanks” to ultra-fast fashion giant Shein as poor quality fast fashion with no resale value swamps their opshop before usually ending up at the dump.
“Shein's impact is devastating for the environment, the garment workers, our community and our health,” said Xtreme’s communications lead Jemma Hovelmeier.
Do you buy from Shein? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The newest Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury says his 35-year Navy career started with an inspiring recruiter who visited his high school in Thames.
Commander Wayne Andrew uttered “I have the ship” at a Change of Command ceremony at Devonport Naval Base on… View moreThe newest Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury says his 35-year Navy career started with an inspiring recruiter who visited his high school in Thames.
Commander Wayne Andrew uttered “I have the ship” at a Change of Command ceremony at Devonport Naval Base on Thursday, receiving the ship’s symbol of command – a greenstone mere – from outgoing Commanding Officer Commander Bronwyn Heslop.
They’ve braved storms, crossed rivers, and climbed poles in the dark and the Muraahi family has chalked up a combined 92 years keeping the lights on in Waipā.
The Muraahi name has become etched into the backbone of Waipā Networks, with grandfather Albert, son Lloyd, and grandson Gary … View moreThey’ve braved storms, crossed rivers, and climbed poles in the dark and the Muraahi family has chalked up a combined 92 years keeping the lights on in Waipā.
The Muraahi name has become etched into the backbone of Waipā Networks, with grandfather Albert, son Lloyd, and grandson Gary dedicating a combined nine decades to the essential, often unseen work of line mechanics.
Despite insurers already using a new flood mapping tool to help set premiums, the jury is still out how much it could change the value of Hamiltonians’ biggest asset.
And one expert says more people knowing about floodrisk is actually helping some land sell.
Have you looked at the flood map… View moreDespite insurers already using a new flood mapping tool to help set premiums, the jury is still out how much it could change the value of Hamiltonians’ biggest asset.
And one expert says more people knowing about floodrisk is actually helping some land sell.
Have you looked at the flood map for your property? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
… View moreNeighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
For some amazing te reo resources, head to ReoMāori.co.nz
Me mahi tahi tātou, Neighbours 🌿
Hamilton marked a milestone on Thursday when an Air New Zealand jet from Christchurch became the first domestic jet flight to land here in 25 years.
Air NZ flight NZ324 touched down at 4.20pm.
Did you catch this latest airport update? Tell us your thoughts in the comments (adding NFP if you … View moreHamilton marked a milestone on Thursday when an Air New Zealand jet from Christchurch became the first domestic jet flight to land here in 25 years.
Air NZ flight NZ324 touched down at 4.20pm.
Did you catch this latest airport update? Tell us your thoughts in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
After the first (proper) week of voting in the Waikato District Council elections, we have 3,300 folks who have cast their vote, putting the turnout at 5.7% as of 19 Sep 2025. It's good momentum and we should all encourage our neighbours to keep it up!
Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 5 October. All 38 of our villages are open from 10am to 2pm.
The city’s “front door” needs a facelift, say CBD leaders, and developers could help make it happen.
Having already bankrolled much of Hamilton’s recent growth, councillors are now asking whether developers will also support improvements to Victoria Street.
Do you like the idea of … View moreThe city’s “front door” needs a facelift, say CBD leaders, and developers could help make it happen.
Having already bankrolled much of Hamilton’s recent growth, councillors are now asking whether developers will also support improvements to Victoria Street.
Do you like the idea of developers pitching in for a Victoria St revamp? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Spring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from … View moreSpring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from spare tents and pre-loved books to clothes that deserve another spin.
How it works:
List your items individually before the day. Then, sit back as interested buyers on Neighbourly browse and get in touch directly.
And if you’re not selling?
There’s still treasure to be found! Jump online on the 27th and grab yourself a bargain or two.
Let’s turn clutter into community wins.
Don’t miss out!
Impress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step … View moreImpress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step instructions.
Based on the annual reports from the council, this has been the change in population, income, expense and rates in the past decade. These are not critiques in themselves but we do need to understand the measures that were taken to keep any cost increases in check, especially since the increase was … View moreBased on the annual reports from the council, this has been the change in population, income, expense and rates in the past decade. These are not critiques in themselves but we do need to understand the measures that were taken to keep any cost increases in check, especially since the increase was not equally consistent across population, income/expense, and rates.
With so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The … View moreWith so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The Neighbourly Team's suggestion: Taskmaster on TVNZ, because watching celebrities do silly things over dinner is the end to the day we all need!)
It’s intangible and is simultaneously free and immensely valuable - but Hamilton mayoral candidate Maria Huata’s choice of most prized possession says a lot.
In a series of interviews, the Waikato Times has asked each of the four main candidates standing to be Hamilton’s next mayor - … View moreIt’s intangible and is simultaneously free and immensely valuable - but Hamilton mayoral candidate Maria Huata’s choice of most prized possession says a lot.
In a series of interviews, the Waikato Times has asked each of the four main candidates standing to be Hamilton’s next mayor - Rachel Karalus, Maria Huata, Tim Macindoe and Sarah Thomson - what their most treasured possession is and other questions about who they are as people.
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