1714 days ago

Body found in stolen van on Gordonton Road

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Do you know anything about this incident?
A man's body was found inside a Hiace van on Gordonton Road, and police think the vehicle is linked to "a serious incident" in Raglan early on Friday.
Police are asking for any sightings of or information about the White 2017 Toyota Hiace - which had earlier been stolen.
It is thought to have travelled from Whaanga Road, Raglan, to Gordonton Road early on Friday morning.
Police were told about an incident on Whaanga Road around 3.20am.
A couple camping at Manu Bay described being told to come out with their hands up at 4.30am, as police searched for a suspect.
Police told them there had been a shooting and the suspect was at large.
Read more here and, if you can help police, ring 07 858 6200 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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What's your favourite piece of Waikato history?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Car parks inspired a milking shed design that took off around the world and became a piece of Waikato District history.

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16 hours ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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4 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.5% Yes
    91.5% Complete
  • 8.2% No
    8.2% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below!
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1149 votes