South Waikato District, Tokoroa

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

From us at Neighbourly

3226 days ago

Putaruru weighbridge overcharges rubbish dumpers

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from South Waikato News

Hi neighbours,
A faulty weighbridge at the Putaruru Transfer Station has potentially been overcharging people for almost a year.
And now the council is faced with having to refund users.
Have you used the dump recently?

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3227 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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3227 days ago

Waikato Cheese Rolling Championships 2017

Ruth Griffiths from Cheese Rolling Waikato

Ever thought about how far you could throw a gumboot filled with water.

Come and give it a go at the 2017 Waikato Cheese Rolling Championships on March 11th from 1pm. Newell Road (beside the dump)
Ladies, Mens and Childrens competitions, with great prizes

3227 days ago

NZTA Traffic Bulletin - Expect delays and detours on State Highway 5 in Rotorua this weekend

The team from Rotorua Lakes Council

People who use State Highway 5 Old Taupo Road can expect delays while resurfacing work is carried out on the road this Saturday.

The resurfacing will take place at three sites between Hillcrest Rd and Springfield Rd.

The NZ Transport Agency says detours will be in place but people should avoid … View more
People who use State Highway 5 Old Taupo Road can expect delays while resurfacing work is carried out on the road this Saturday.

The resurfacing will take place at three sites between Hillcrest Rd and Springfield Rd.

The NZ Transport Agency says detours will be in place but people should avoid the area or expect delays.

If the weather isn’t ideal on Saturday the work could be carried out Sunday.

Once the work is complete traffic management will remain in place to allow the sealing chip to bed in.

Motorists can get real time information from:
•0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
•www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic

For Waikato/Bay of Plenty updates visit:
•www.facebook.com/NZTAWaikatoBoP
•www.twitter.com/NZTAWaiBoP

To see current travel times for the Bay of Plenty visit: www.drivelive.nz...

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3248 days ago

Poll: Should the Logan St trees in Tokoroa stay or go?

The Team Reporter from South Waikato News

Tokoroa businessman David Foote is wanting the South Waikato District Council to remove the large trees in the centre of Logan St to make way for more parking, less maintenance, improved safety, and security but others want them to stay. What do you think?

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Should the Logan St trees in Tokoroa stay or go?
  • 28.3% Chop them down, it's time for change
    28.3% Complete
  • 71.7% Leave them be, they're beautiful.
    71.7% Complete
46 votes
3228 days ago

Poll: Leith Pl redevelopment design

Luke Kirkeby Reporter from South Waikato News

A design for the redevelopment of Tokoroa's Leith Pl has finally been agreed on after years of deliberation and controversy. What do you think?
*Information may be used for editorial purposes.

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Leith Pl redevelopment design
  • 87.5% It's great, can't wait for work to begin.
    87.5% Complete
  • 12.5% I would have preferred a different design.
    12.5% Complete
8 votes
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3230 days ago

Putaruru Water Festival - Free Admission- This Saturday

Andrea Neighbourly Lead from Putaruru

Come and be entertained by
The Cambridge Brass Band 
Spellbound Duet : facebook page @spellboundDuet, 
and a
Talent quest for all enthusiastic talent.

3230 days ago

Avoid ‘Oh No’ Moments this year!

The Team from Jennian Homes

So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building … View more
So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay!

But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget...to constructive advice on building sustainably...it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by your local Jennian Homes team. Find out more.
Register now

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3240 days ago

Poll: Do we need more areas to exercise dogs in the South Waikato?

The Team Reporter from South Waikato News

Tirau's Marian Brenssell has opened a doggy daycare on her 30 acre rural property after finding it difficult to find places in the South Waikato to exercise her dogs. Comment what your favourite place to take your dog is below and take part in our poll.
*This information may be used for … View more
Tirau's Marian Brenssell has opened a doggy daycare on her 30 acre rural property after finding it difficult to find places in the South Waikato to exercise her dogs. Comment what your favourite place to take your dog is below and take part in our poll.
*This information may be used for editorial purposes.

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Do we need more areas to exercise dogs in the South Waikato?
  • 84.6% The South Waikato needs more dog friendly areas
    84.6% Complete
  • 15.4% The South Waikato offers plenty of places for dogs
    15.4% Complete
13 votes
A
3230 days ago

The Putaruru Water Festival - This saturday- Free Admission

Andrea Neighbourly Lead from Putaruru

Gates open at 9am  Free bus from Tokoroa to Putaruru
Axemans Carnival,  Big Boys Toys, Bicycle challenge, Agricultural Machinery,  Photo comp,  Piano smashing competition, Classic Cars, Rides for Children...Foooooood... Displays and stalls, TCOS Safety Car,  Musical entertainment by The … View more
Gates open at 9am  Free bus from Tokoroa to Putaruru
Axemans Carnival,  Big Boys Toys, Bicycle challenge, Agricultural Machinery,  Photo comp,  Piano smashing competition, Classic Cars, Rides for Children...Foooooood... Displays and stalls, TCOS Safety Car,  Musical entertainment by The Cambridge Brass Band, Spellbound Duet, and a Talent Quest,  Donkey Rides, Top Team Competition, Community Health & Well Being, Rawleighs and so very much more.
A fun day out for the whole family

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3230 days ago

Piano Smashing Competition @ The Water Festival Sat 25th.

Andrea Neighbourly Lead from Putaruru

The competition : A team of 4 people. Each person has a weapon of their choice, no power tools. Safety glasses must be worn, to destroy a piano


Pianos will be taken off a trailer and demolished, pieces must fit through a toilet seat and be put back on the trailer.
You will need to provide
 -a … View more
The competition : A team of 4 people. Each person has a weapon of their choice, no power tools. Safety glasses must be worn, to destroy a piano


Pianos will be taken off a trailer and demolished, pieces must fit through a toilet seat and be put back on the trailer.
You will need to provide
 -a name for your group. - The name of the team leader
- an email address and a list of your weapons of destruction..
Give Lee a call 07 883 7272 or info@prideinputaruru

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