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ANALYSIS: In a first test of the year that could conceivably not have featured any debutants, the All Blacks could well now run two in the loose forwards alone, as Wallace Sititi’s injury puts Scott Robertson’s best-laid plans up in smoke for the series against France.
Sititi, last year’s … View moreANALYSIS: In a first test of the year that could conceivably not have featured any debutants, the All Blacks could well now run two in the loose forwards alone, as Wallace Sititi’s injury puts Scott Robertson’s best-laid plans up in smoke for the series against France.
Sititi, last year’s World Breakthrough Player of the Year as well as All Blacks Player of the Year, was last week ruled out of the three-test series due to a high-ankle injury that requires surgery.
What do you reckon our chances are against the French? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY… View moreThe shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY project underway. Call up the old bandmates to practice some songs for a jam session. Lay the groundwork for future fun."
Do you experience winter blues?
More importantly, do you have any tips for dealing with the gloomiest part of the year?
Share your thoughts with your neighbours!
Plans to open a new bottle store in Hamilton’s Nawton Shopping Centre have been blocked, with red flags raised over alcohol-related harm and the applicant’s track record.
Deol Enterprises 2012 Limited had applied for an off-licence to operate from the former Smugglers Nawton site – the … View morePlans to open a new bottle store in Hamilton’s Nawton Shopping Centre have been blocked, with red flags raised over alcohol-related harm and the applicant’s track record.
Deol Enterprises 2012 Limited had applied for an off-licence to operate from the former Smugglers Nawton site – the same premises where a liquor licence was declined in 2023.
Did you want a liquor store here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The man behind a shipping container art ‘eyesore’ in Flagstaff vows that he hasn’t given up his battle to build there.
Owner David Yzendoorn says he’s been “put in a straitjacket” by council regulations, and he’s ready to go to the Supreme Court to be allowed to build a home.
… View moreThe man behind a shipping container art ‘eyesore’ in Flagstaff vows that he hasn’t given up his battle to build there.
Owner David Yzendoorn says he’s been “put in a straitjacket” by council regulations, and he’s ready to go to the Supreme Court to be allowed to build a home.
Have you seen this Flagstaff fixture? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Two Pak’nSave supermarkets have admitted breaching the Fair Trading Act by misleading consumers with inaccurate pricing.
The Commerce Commission filed criminal charges in March against Pak’nSave Silverdale, Auckland, and Pak’nSave Mill Street in Hamilton for alleged inaccurate pricing and … View moreTwo Pak’nSave supermarkets have admitted breaching the Fair Trading Act by misleading consumers with inaccurate pricing.
The Commerce Commission filed criminal charges in March against Pak’nSave Silverdale, Auckland, and Pak’nSave Mill Street in Hamilton for alleged inaccurate pricing and misleading specials that may have breached the Fair Trading Act.
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
A former Hamilton secondary school principal is the University of Waikato’s new chancellor.
Susan Hassall, the former Hamilton Boys’ High School headmaster has been elected to the titular role leading the university and will start on July 1.
Hamilton house values have dropped an average 12% in new city council figures to be released on Thursday.
Residents will be able to check the latest valuation of their biggest asset online but they’ll have to wait a while yet to see how their individual rating valuations (RVs) affect how much … View moreHamilton house values have dropped an average 12% in new city council figures to be released on Thursday.
Residents will be able to check the latest valuation of their biggest asset online but they’ll have to wait a while yet to see how their individual rating valuations (RVs) affect how much they’ll pay in rates and how various suburbs have fared.
Will you check your new valuation? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Plans to build up to 60 new state-owned homes in Endeavour Ave in Flagstaff, and another 47 in Melville, have been canned and the land could be sold as the Government continues its “reset” of Kāinga Ora.
Minister of Housing Chris Bishop and Kāinga Ora chief executive Matt Crockett last … View morePlans to build up to 60 new state-owned homes in Endeavour Ave in Flagstaff, and another 47 in Melville, have been canned and the land could be sold as the Government continues its “reset” of Kāinga Ora.
Minister of Housing Chris Bishop and Kāinga Ora chief executive Matt Crockett last week announced the state housing provider would ditch plans for 212 state housing projects around the country, cancelling plans for up to 3500 new homes.
Do you think this is the right decision? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Get the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with … View moreGet the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Flagstaff residents are jubilant a controversial Kainga Ora housing project has been scrapped, saying they’ve “dodged a bullet”.
The cancellation is part of a wider move by the Government to axe 212 state housing projects across the country, cancelling up to 3500 new homes.
Two Waikato friends in their forties, both with terminal cancer, are begging the Government to lower the age for bowel cancer screening.
Jackie Robertson, 48, reached out to Kirsten Morland, 45, in January, soon after hearing about Morland’s bowel cancer diagnosis.
Do you think the bowel … View moreTwo Waikato friends in their forties, both with terminal cancer, are begging the Government to lower the age for bowel cancer screening.
Jackie Robertson, 48, reached out to Kirsten Morland, 45, in January, soon after hearing about Morland’s bowel cancer diagnosis.
Do you think the bowel cancer screening age should be lower (45 instead of 58)? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Macrame Workshop
Choose from a selection of cord colours to make your own macrame shelf at this beginner friendly workshop.
Cost: $85 (all materials supplied)
To register, email: craftaholix@outlook.com
Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library: School Holiday events
Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
… View moreStuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library: School Holiday events
Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
Waikato Museum & Gallery: School Holiday Programme
Find a local playground
What about a cycling or trail adventure?
Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!
As one Australian-born Chiefs prop prepares to pack his bags and move across the Tasman to pursue a potential test future with the Wallabies, another is relieved he stayed in New Zealand after earning a “shock” All Blacks call-up.
Sydney-born loosehead Ollie Norris was among … View moreAs one Australian-born Chiefs prop prepares to pack his bags and move across the Tasman to pursue a potential test future with the Wallabies, another is relieved he stayed in New Zealand after earning a “shock” All Blacks call-up.
Sydney-born loosehead Ollie Norris was among five new faces named in the 33-man squad for next month’s three-test series against France – the main beneficiary of veteran Ofa Tuʻungafasi’s neck injury.
What are your thoughts on the All Black squad named for the tests against France?
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