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It was the end of an era, and the end of employment for more than 150 Kinleith Mill workers after New Zealand’s last paper making machine was shut down for good on Monday.
One worker told the Waikato Times that while the news had taken six months to sink in, it was still … View moreIt was the end of an era, and the end of employment for more than 150 Kinleith Mill workers after New Zealand’s last paper making machine was shut down for good on Monday.
One worker told the Waikato Times that while the news had taken six months to sink in, it was still an emotional day for many workers, some who had been there for more than 40 years.
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Hamilton motels once used for emergency housing are still grappling with “significant wear and tear, tenant-related damage, and reputational issues”, according to newly released liquidation reports.
The Waikato Times has obtained documents from KPMG, detailing the downfall of Hamilton … View moreHamilton motels once used for emergency housing are still grappling with “significant wear and tear, tenant-related damage, and reputational issues”, according to newly released liquidation reports.
The Waikato Times has obtained documents from KPMG, detailing the downfall of Hamilton Accommodation Ltd and its network of 15 properties, including Abbey Motel Hamilton Ltd, Te Rapa Motor Inn Ltd, and Hamilton Motel Ltd.
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Less than a third of Hamiltonians are picking the leaders who make huge decisions for the city and its residents - and the council boss wants that to change.
“It’s too crucial to leave to too few,” said city council chief executive Lance Vervoort, as the council grapples with rapid growth … View moreLess than a third of Hamiltonians are picking the leaders who make huge decisions for the city and its residents - and the council boss wants that to change.
“It’s too crucial to leave to too few,” said city council chief executive Lance Vervoort, as the council grapples with rapid growth and financial challenges, issuing a 15.5% rates rise.
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Thousands of minor crimes - fraud, petty theft, even low-level assaults - will likely never be investigated in New Zealand, let alone solved. And Kiwis should brace for that, a police advocate says.
The comments come after the Waikato Times revealed … View moreThousands of minor crimes - fraud, petty theft, even low-level assaults - will likely never be investigated in New Zealand, let alone solved. And Kiwis should brace for that, a police advocate says.
The comments come after the Waikato Times revealed a scammed elderly couple’s case was filed away without follow-up, despite them proving CCTV imagery of the alleged crim and witnesses to the scam.
A Te Aroha landlord in a battle with the council says evicting a tenant from his commercial building would be a death sentence.
Andrew Bydder - a Hamilton city councillor - says he and his family won’t put the man on the street.
Matamata-Piako District Council, however, is … View moreA Te Aroha landlord in a battle with the council says evicting a tenant from his commercial building would be a death sentence.
Andrew Bydder - a Hamilton city councillor - says he and his family won’t put the man on the street.
Matamata-Piako District Council, however, is pushing ahead with Environment Court action, and the mayor says she’d be concerned if a relative was living in similar conditions.
What are your thoughts on people living in commercial buildings? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Waikato travel agents are busier than ever driving a remarkable resurgence for an industry once brought to its knees by the pandemic.
“We’re sitting very high in the amount of bookings we take a month. The amount of phone calls we take a day are pretty big,” says Richard Brewer, owner of … View moreWaikato travel agents are busier than ever driving a remarkable resurgence for an industry once brought to its knees by the pandemic.
“We’re sitting very high in the amount of bookings we take a month. The amount of phone calls we take a day are pretty big,” says Richard Brewer, owner of Team Brewer Travel in Hamilton.
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The 74th Hamilton Cat Club show at Tamahere on Sunday attracted over 160 cats.
More than 20 breeds from Maine Coon to orientals, ragdolls, domestic and companion cat were judged by national and international judges.
Do you enjoy a cat show? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if … View moreThe 74th Hamilton Cat Club show at Tamahere on Sunday attracted over 160 cats.
More than 20 breeds from Maine Coon to orientals, ragdolls, domestic and companion cat were judged by national and international judges.
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A severe weather system is making its way across the upper North Island today, with Waikato firmly in its path.
MetService meteorologist Katie Hillyer says residents should brace for increasingly persistent and intense rain throughout Thursday, with a moderate risk of severe thunderstorms and … View moreA severe weather system is making its way across the upper North Island today, with Waikato firmly in its path.
MetService meteorologist Katie Hillyer says residents should brace for increasingly persistent and intense rain throughout Thursday, with a moderate risk of severe thunderstorms and dangerous downpours.
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Police have used new Gang Conflict Warrants only a couple of handful of times.
But Police Minister Mark Mitchell he believes the powers - which were invoked in Waikato after a new Years eve killing - are working.
Do you think these special powers are working? Tell us your reasons in the … View morePolice have used new Gang Conflict Warrants only a couple of handful of times.
But Police Minister Mark Mitchell he believes the powers - which were invoked in Waikato after a new Years eve killing - are working.
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The Te Akau farmer who was crowned the top young farmer in the country was worried he’d stuffed things up on his second crack at the title.
Twenty six-year-old Hugh Jackson was named FMG New Zealand Young Farmer of the Year in Invercargill on Saturday night.
Have you ever watched a Young … View moreThe Te Akau farmer who was crowned the top young farmer in the country was worried he’d stuffed things up on his second crack at the title.
Twenty six-year-old Hugh Jackson was named FMG New Zealand Young Farmer of the Year in Invercargill on Saturday night.
Have you ever watched a Young Farmer of the Year competition? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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Kiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.
We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will… View moreKiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.
We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will it be business as usual?
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