Te Kowhai, Hamilton

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7 days ago

Māori Art Created with Aroha – $48

Plk-toi Māori Art by Paige

Kia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future … View more
Kia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future supporting tamariki in our community.

This piece is created with aroha, intention, and deep respect for our culture.
Price: $48

If you’d like to support a young local artist and bring meaningful Māori art into your home, I’d love to share my mahi with you. Ngā mihi nui!

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8 days ago

Housie

Roben from Saint Andrews

Hi ,
Do we have any housie around here or somewhere closer.

11 days ago

Brothers 'super stoked' as Raglan home nets Master Builders awards

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

During six years in business, Hamilton brothers Mike and Cameron Holmes have struggled though a pandemic and a recession - but now they’ve won two Master Builders House of the Year Awards.

The brothers, who own and operate Nixon Builders, have come away from the weekend’s awards ceremony … View more
During six years in business, Hamilton brothers Mike and Cameron Holmes have struggled though a pandemic and a recession - but now they’ve won two Master Builders House of the Year Awards.

The brothers, who own and operate Nixon Builders, have come away from the weekend’s awards ceremony with two top gongs for their bespoke Raglan retreat - the National Supreme House of the Year under $1 million and the National New Home Award for $750,000 - $1 million properties.

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8 days ago

Dive into Creativity: Turn Terracotta Pots into Colorful Sea Creatures with Resene Paint

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

There’s lots to explore on the ocean floor by transforming terracotta pots into sensational sea creatures using Resene paint. Gather the kids and your Resene testpots. Find out how to make and paint your own ocean friends with these easy step by step instructions.

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8 days ago

Save a life this Christmas

NZ Blood

You’ve had the perfect gift all along. Book your blood or plasma donation today. Book to Donate

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9 days ago

We want to know: Have you thought about cutting your insurance cover to save costs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”

So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?

Want to dive deeper? Rob StockView more
Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”

So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?

Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock has the full breakdown.

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9 days ago

Neighbours — Black Friday Deals Up to 70% Off at Beds4U!

Beds4U

Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
View more
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.

🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.

🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:

FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases

Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Find out more

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12 days ago

Poll: Do you use all-day CBD parking?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

On-street all-day parking rates at some central city locations will become cheaper for workers and other long-stay visitors parking in central Hamilton.

Starting on Monday, Hamilton City Council introduced lower pricing at selected all-day parking locations where occupancy is below 85% making it… View more
On-street all-day parking rates at some central city locations will become cheaper for workers and other long-stay visitors parking in central Hamilton.

Starting on Monday, Hamilton City Council introduced lower pricing at selected all-day parking locations where occupancy is below 85% making it more cost-effective for those looking to park in the city longer every day.

Do you use all-day CBD parking? 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 all-day CBD parking?
  • 8% Yes, regularly
    8% Complete
  • 4% Sometimes
    4% Complete
  • 88% No
    88% Complete
25 votes
11 days ago

Poll: Do you think regional councils should go?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The Government is set to announce local government reforms that could spell the death of regional councils, it is understood.

Multiple well-placed sources have confirmed reforms being announced on Tuesday will mean the dissolving of regional councils.

Do you think regional councils should go?… View more
The Government is set to announce local government reforms that could spell the death of regional councils, it is understood.

Multiple well-placed sources have confirmed reforms being announced on Tuesday will mean the dissolving of regional councils.

Do you think regional councils should go? 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 regional councils should go?
  • 82.6% Yes
    82.6% Complete
  • 17.4% No
    17.4% Complete
23 votes
10 days ago

PAINT IT ORANGE

Resene

Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Find out more

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11 days ago

Bic Runga to bring fresh songs of longing and desire to Waikato Regional Theatre

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Star singer-songwriter Bic Runga - who headlined the Hamilton Arts Festival in 2024 - is the latest artists to announces she is heading to Hamilton to play at the Waikato Regional Theatre.

The newly-constructed venue, which will open its doors on January 19, is already proving to be a magnet for… View more
Star singer-songwriter Bic Runga - who headlined the Hamilton Arts Festival in 2024 - is the latest artists to announces she is heading to Hamilton to play at the Waikato Regional Theatre.

The newly-constructed venue, which will open its doors on January 19, is already proving to be a magnet for top level performers.

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11 days ago

Tony and June ‘lucky’ to be together in their serviced apartment

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.

The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.

“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View more
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.

The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.

“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”

Click below to read their full story.

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11 days ago

Poll: Do you think amalgamating councils is a good idea?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Thames-Coromandel District’s new mayor has thrown cold water on the idea of combining with other Waikato councils.

Peter Revell questioned the savings and service benefits of amalgamation, and noted that the top of the Coromandel peninsula was a long way from anywhere.

Do you think … View more
Thames-Coromandel District’s new mayor has thrown cold water on the idea of combining with other Waikato councils.

Peter Revell questioned the savings and service benefits of amalgamation, and noted that the top of the Coromandel peninsula was a long way from anywhere.

Do you think combining councils is a good idea? 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 amalgamating councils is a good idea?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 50% No
    50% Complete
16 votes
15 days ago

Poll: What’s the top scam right now?

The Team from Netsafe

💸💸💸 Before you get caught, test your scam knowledge with Netsafe’s fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.

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What’s the top scam right now?
  • 65.2% Online shopping
    65.2% Complete
  • 19.4% Romance
    19.4% Complete
  • 15.4% The “free BBQ if you fill out a survey” classic
    15.4% Complete
423 votes
12 days ago

In Pics: The business awards

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The region’s business community gathered on Friday for the Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala at Claudelands arena. See more photos from visual journalist Christel Yardley at the link.
You can also read about the results in an article by Benn Bathgate.

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