Rates increases
If council borrowing is at limit then stop spending our money . Rates increases are too high.
We are paying for projects such as adding speed humps, removing car lanes for bike tracks out of our rates.
If they want to add infrastructure then make developers pay for it.
Council appears to be trying to shut business in town down
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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86.8% Yes
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11.9% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below!
Is this Ukrainian monster truck the ultimate 4WD?
A Waikato company is importing the ultimate 4WD war wagon from Ukraine.
The Kyiv-built truck called SHERP has seen active duty in Ukraine in search and rescue operations and now it’s on offer by Waikato company Impact Off Road.
Have you seen the set-up for a demolition at the uni?
A crucial phase in Waikato University’s medical school becoming a reality has started with the demolition of its ageing B Block.
After previous attempts to get the school up and running stalled, the university is no longer tip-toeing around the prospect of it going ahead.
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