South Waikato District, Tokoroa

393 days ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on… View more
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 75.4% Yes
    75.4% Complete
  • 23% No
    23% Complete
  • 1.6% Other - I'll share below
    1.6% Complete
2382 votes
401 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 81.9% Yes
    81.9% Complete
  • 15.4% No
    15.4% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
2689 votes
394 days ago

Craigs Workplace Giving for Christmas in Waikato focused on front line

The Team from Momentum Waikato

It has been a delight for us to again coordinate the annual Christmas-time Workplace Giving by Craigs Investment Partners' Hamilton branch.

We've now passed on $13,100 in grants of various sizes from Craigs and its staff to the five Waikato community organisations they have chosen … View more
It has been a delight for us to again coordinate the annual Christmas-time Workplace Giving by Craigs Investment Partners' Hamilton branch.

We've now passed on $13,100 in grants of various sizes from Craigs and its staff to the five Waikato community organisations they have chosen this year, namely Cambridge Lifeskills, Cambridge Tree Trust, Hamilton Land Search & Rescue, Paws 4 Life (who provided the photo below) and Waikato Women's Refuge - Te Whakaruruhau.

Quinton de Bruin, Investment Adviser at Craigs says: “We’re really proud of our Workplace Giving program here at Craigs.”

“Employees opt in to donate from their monthly pay cheque, building up funds over the year which we then donate to charities in need at Christmas time.

“Craigs also matches employee donations dollar for dollar, up to $500 per person per annum, so it’s a great way to be able to make a meaningful impact in our local community,” says Quinton.

We say well played Craigs Investment Partners!

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395 days ago

‘Still safe to drink’: Elevated levels of arsenic found in Waikato water

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Elevated levels of arsenic in the Waikato River are no cause for concern for the public.

On Wednesday, reports of the rise in arsenic levels were thought to have impacted Auckland and Waikato water supplies.

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395 days ago

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395 days ago

Free Speech Union and council trade court case for workshops

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Taupō District Council will not be heading to court to defend its cancellation of a venue booking for a prominent anti-co-governance campaigner.

Instead, council staff and elected members have agreed to meet with the Free Speech Union (FSU) to undertake a workshop and help develop the … View more
The Taupō District Council will not be heading to court to defend its cancellation of a venue booking for a prominent anti-co-governance campaigner.

Instead, council staff and elected members have agreed to meet with the Free Speech Union (FSU) to undertake a workshop and help develop the council’s free speech policy.

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395 days ago

Poll: Would you take part in a fashion parade, given the opportunity?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Christine Wallace’s youthful deportment classes paid off when she made her modelling debut at 76, strutting down the catwalk in a fancy Annah Stretton number.

The Waikato fashion designer, popular for her floral and vibrant designs, hosted a fashion parade at Hilda Ross Village this week.

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Christine Wallace’s youthful deportment classes paid off when she made her modelling debut at 76, strutting down the catwalk in a fancy Annah Stretton number.

The Waikato fashion designer, popular for her floral and vibrant designs, hosted a fashion parade at Hilda Ross Village this week.

Would you take part in a fashion parade, given the opportunity? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you take part in a fashion parade, given the opportunity?
  • 20% Yes
    20% Complete
  • 23.3% I'd consider it
    23.3% Complete
  • 56.7% No
    56.7% Complete
30 votes
396 days ago

Georgina's Rhubarb Crumble

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours … View more
Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours in for a taste. It’s also a hit with Georgina's 13-year-old granddaughter, Brooklyn, who loves serving it warm with gooey custard or a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.

Click read more for the recipe.

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404 days ago

Poll: Do you think this will help?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Up to 60 single people or couples in Hamilton will get help to leave long-term emergency housing for more permanent accommodation.

It’s part of a new two-centre trial announced by Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka.

Do you think this will help? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View more
Up to 60 single people or couples in Hamilton will get help to leave long-term emergency housing for more permanent accommodation.

It’s part of a new two-centre trial announced by Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka.

Do you think this will help? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think this will help?
  • 42.9% Yes
    42.9% Complete
  • 42.9% Maybe
    42.9% Complete
  • 14.3% No
    14.3% Complete
28 votes
396 days ago

Celebrate the Holidays with Wētā

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Celebrate the Holidays with Wētā, your Tui & Tama Club mascot friend!
For the month of December we are excited for all Tui & Tama Club existing and new members to gain the last activity month sticker at the Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre!

Do you know there are … View more
Celebrate the Holidays with Wētā, your Tui & Tama Club mascot friend!
For the month of December we are excited for all Tui & Tama Club existing and new members to gain the last activity month sticker at the Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre!

Do you know there are over 70 species of wētā?

Celebrate all things to do with wētā for the month of December with creative activities like colour-in your wētā, learn more about the wētā with the free activity booklet, and make an articulated wētā!

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405 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.

What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?

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When should the tree go up? 🎄
  • 4.6% Second half of November
    4.6% Complete
  • 43.5% 1st December
    43.5% Complete
  • 17.6% A week before Christmas
    17.6% Complete
  • 33% Whenever you wish
    33% Complete
  • 1.2% Other - I'll share below
    1.2% Complete
2976 votes
397 days ago

Away with the sheep as Tahuna Golf Club aims for more members

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

There are more sheep than golfers at one Waikato golf club.

But that is set to change after a Tahuna Golf Club committee decision to let their 412 woolly greenkeepers go in a bid to bring in a few dozen more members.

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397 days ago

The Annual Report: Christopher Luxon on one year in office

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

“I can be captain and first five, but I can't be prop and winger and fullback, you know,” Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says in an interview marking his first year in office.

The prime minister is energised. He loves talking. Especially about what he views as his Government’s … View more
“I can be captain and first five, but I can't be prop and winger and fullback, you know,” Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says in an interview marking his first year in office.

The prime minister is energised. He loves talking. Especially about what he views as his Government’s achievements. His leg is tapping under the table, he’s got a Pepsi Max on the go and he looks like he’s ready to leap out of his seat, as he often looks during Parliamentary question time.

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397 days ago

Poll: Do you go to car boot sales?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Forget Facebook marketplace, traders at a fledgling car boot sale in one of Hamilton’s affluent suburbs are dodging “tyre kickers” and “scammers” and going old-school.

While some were trying to clean up their over-crowded garages at the Harrowfield Club’s second car boot sale of the … View more
Forget Facebook marketplace, traders at a fledgling car boot sale in one of Hamilton’s affluent suburbs are dodging “tyre kickers” and “scammers” and going old-school.

While some were trying to clean up their over-crowded garages at the Harrowfield Club’s second car boot sale of the year on Sunday, others were testing the market to turn hobbies into businesses.

Do you go to car boot sales? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you go to car boot sales?
  • 11.1% Yes, often
    11.1% Complete
  • 11.1% Sometimes
    11.1% Complete
  • 11.1% Occasionally
    11.1% Complete
  • 66.7% No
    66.7% Complete
27 votes
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