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A trailblazing Māori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves — nearly 100 years after her passing.
Mākereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.
Papakura sadly passed … View moreA trailblazing Māori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves — nearly 100 years after her passing.
Mākereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.
Papakura sadly passed away in 1930, just weeks before she was due to present her thesis. Her research was later published as The Old-Time Māori — the first ethnographic study written by a Māori author.
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Six years after a split-second decision left him paralysed, Aseri Bese shares his story — and his warning — for every young Kiwi who thinks the water is safe.
This story is part of a Stuff and Water Safety New Zealand campaign to raise funds to get thousands of kids safe swimming lessons -… View moreSix years after a split-second decision left him paralysed, Aseri Bese shares his story — and his warning — for every young Kiwi who thinks the water is safe.
This story is part of a Stuff and Water Safety New Zealand campaign to raise funds to get thousands of kids safe swimming lessons - and save lives. You can donate here.
Have you ever had things go wrong in the water? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (It’s easy to miss — Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! 🦇
💬 Bonus … View moreWe are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (It’s easy to miss — Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! 🦇
💬 Bonus question: What is the best kind of costume? Funny, scary, DIY, or pop culture themed?
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any… View moreWestpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.
If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.
Matamata-Piako’s bridge painting, panel-beating ‘maverick mayor’ is back.
Ash Tanner has secured the mayoralty of Matamata-Piako, seeing off incumbent Adrienne Wilcock by more than 1000 votes.
Aksel “Danger” Bech will be the new mayor of the Waikato District after comfortably beating his one and only opponent Jacqui Church in the weekend’s elections.
Bech was meeting with council staff in Ngāruawāhia on Monday as he looks to take the reins of one of the geographically largest,… View moreAksel “Danger” Bech will be the new mayor of the Waikato District after comfortably beating his one and only opponent Jacqui Church in the weekend’s elections.
Bech was meeting with council staff in Ngāruawāhia on Monday as he looks to take the reins of one of the geographically largest, and most diverse district’s in the country.
A popular community pool in Whangamatā could close if extra funding can’t be found.
The pool attracted about 33,000 swimmers last year, including school children, local clubs, and recreational swimmers, making it a popular community hub and stepping stone for young swimmers.
The news comes… View moreA popular community pool in Whangamatā could close if extra funding can’t be found.
The pool attracted about 33,000 swimmers last year, including school children, local clubs, and recreational swimmers, making it a popular community hub and stepping stone for young swimmers.
The news comes amid a Stuff campaign to teach more kids how to keep safe in the water.
Police are advising motorists to be aware of the weather warnings, and to take caution when on the roads ⚠️
Parts of the Waikato District area are experiencing significant weather conditions, with reports of flooding, large slips, and trees across roads.
Please limit yourself to essential … View morePolice are advising motorists to be aware of the weather warnings, and to take caution when on the roads ⚠️
Parts of the Waikato District area are experiencing significant weather conditions, with reports of flooding, large slips, and trees across roads.
Please limit yourself to essential travel only and allow for extra time for your journey.
Reducing speed, using headlights and windscreen wipers, and watching your visibility will also ensure a safe trip.
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Note: There is flooding and a number of slips on State Highway 3 just north of Awakino in the Awakino Gorge. This has made the road impassable in places, and Police there are aware of some vehicles that are unable to move as a result.
Motorists are urged not to travel through the Gorge area until the slips can be cleared and the road made safe by contractors who are on scene.
If you grew up with Ready To Roll on your TV every Saturday, then this one is for you.
Three of Aotearoa’s iconic bands, Th’ Dudes, The Mockers and Stellar* are joining forces for Ready To Roll, a nationwide tour set to revive the country with old-school Kiwi rock and roll energy.
Are you… View moreIf you grew up with Ready To Roll on your TV every Saturday, then this one is for you.
Three of Aotearoa’s iconic bands, Th’ Dudes, The Mockers and Stellar* are joining forces for Ready To Roll, a nationwide tour set to revive the country with old-school Kiwi rock and roll energy.
Are you a fan of any of these Kiwi groups? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Just three votes separate contenders for a council seat in Taupō - one of several close battles as vote counting continues.
The tightest margin is in Taupō’s Mangakino-Pouākani Ward, where Hope Woodward has moved three votes ahead of Marlene Johnson, a Monday morning council update said.
Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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There’ll be no more sloshing about in muddy gumboots, says the Fieldays chief executive.
Home of the biggest national ag event, Fieldays Society is seeking government co-investment, in the millions, to speed up infrastructure upgrades at Mystery Creek.
What would you like to see changed at … View moreThere’ll be no more sloshing about in muddy gumboots, says the Fieldays chief executive.
Home of the biggest national ag event, Fieldays Society is seeking government co-investment, in the millions, to speed up infrastructure upgrades at Mystery Creek.
What would you like to see changed at Mystery Creek? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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