South Waikato District, Tokoroa

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485 days ago

Hamilton Police appeal for sightings of missing woman"

The Team from Waikato Police

Hamilton Police are appealing for sightings of missing woman Jessica Littler.

Jessica, aged 77, has been reported missing by her family and there are concerns for her welfare.

Jessica’s car was located last night in the Hamilton Gardens gate 1 car park.

A search for Jessica is ongoing … View more
Hamilton Police are appealing for sightings of missing woman Jessica Littler.

Jessica, aged 77, has been reported missing by her family and there are concerns for her welfare.

Jessica’s car was located last night in the Hamilton Gardens gate 1 car park.

A search for Jessica is ongoing and Police are asking for any sightings of Jessica since Wednesday evening (7 August).

We are also appealing for sightings of Jessica’s car since Wednesday evening. It is a blue Honda Jazz, registration number NWP799.

If you believe you may have seen Jessica or her car since Wednesday evening – either in the Hamilton Gardens area or across the wider Hamilton area - please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 240808/9601.

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486 days ago

Fill a bag sales at the SPCA op shop Te Awamutu

Kelly from Te Awamutu

this week we have started fill a bag ( pillowcase) sales
That will continue until the end of August.
All proceeds going towards supporting the SPCA to help animals in need.

486 days ago

Want to Know Thy Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Look at these lovely faces around New Zealand who have introduced themselves on our Know Thy Neighbour page. We all love learning about the people around us and we want you to join in too!

So share a photo and a little bit about yourself so your neighbours can (virtually) meet you!
Introduce yourself here

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486 days ago

Want to put your fruit and veges to good use?

NZ Gardener

Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll … View more
Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll receive the Abundance plant-based recipe book by Anna Valentine. Abundance offers over 100 recipes that are filling, healthy and packed with flavour, plus enjoy your monthly dose of NZ Gardener magazine - the perfect combo. T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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487 days ago

Have you ever been to a show where NZSL was used?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A special performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Hamilton’s Clarence Street Theatre will live up the the show’s themes of inclusivity.

On Saturday, August 10 during the 2pm matinee, the Hamilton Operatic Society will run a hearing impaired-friendly show, with a New Zealand Sign … View more
A special performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Hamilton’s Clarence Street Theatre will live up the the show’s themes of inclusivity.

On Saturday, August 10 during the 2pm matinee, the Hamilton Operatic Society will run a hearing impaired-friendly show, with a New Zealand Sign Language interpreters on the side of the stage signing throughout.

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487 days ago

Poll: Would you try ultra-distance cycling?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 daysView more
While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 days and seven of those have just been spent covering 1534.36 kilometres of New Zealand roads.

Is ultra-distance cycling something you'd ever try? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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487 days ago

Aged Care Employee Day

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View more
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

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499 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69.2% Yes, always ask
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  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
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2789 votes
488 days ago

Poll: Would you like to live near The Base?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

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A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

Would you like to live in this area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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488 days ago

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

The Team at Bosch eBike Systems
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489 days ago

Poll: Would you do this kind of Hobbiton tour?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind … View more
Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind the scenes? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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494 days ago

Poll: Do you think these trees should have been felled?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

A Taupō family battling the NZTA about removing trees overshadowing their property are selling the farm because they won’t live in a dangerous home.

In June, the Waikato Times … View more
A Taupō family battling the NZTA about removing trees overshadowing their property are selling the farm because they won’t live in a dangerous home.

In June, the Waikato Times visited the Blank family at their property on State Highway 5 near Wairakei after they said they were too frightened to live in their own home after trees smashed through its roof during Cyclone Gabrielle.

Do you think the trees should have been felled? Explain your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your thoughts used in print).

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492 days ago

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell… View more
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our colourful spot prizes.
Find out more

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493 days ago
493 days ago

BEWARE: Scammers impersonating Police taking advantage of vulnerable, older people

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.

The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial … View more
Police are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.

The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial information from you.

People have been directed to go to the bank and withdraw money for evidence of the scam.
This is a scam – no legitimate Police officer will ever ask you to hand over money for any reason.

Overnight we have had five instances of this being reported, people need to be vigilant.
Enquiries into reports of scams of a similar nature received last week remain ongoing.

We appreciate these scammers are convincing, but New Zealand Police will never contact you and ask you to withdraw money. New Zealand Police will also never contact people seeking their banking details, card numbers, PIN or passwords.

Older members of our community are being targeted and Police urge anyone with elderly or vulnerable relatives to make them aware this activity is a scam.

There are instances where legitimate Police officers will contact you as part of their duties.

Remember:
• Police will never ask for details about your bank cards, PIN or passwords over the phone.
• Trust your instincts.
• If something doesn't feel right, or is too good to be true, it probably is.
• If you are uncertain, ask for the officer’s details.
• Hang up, contact 105 and request the officer to contact you.
• Police aren’t in the business of offering prize money.

If you are in the unfortunate position of being a victim of a scam, please report the matter to Police.

Take the chance to upskill yourself on scam awareness, check for further information on the Netsafe website: netsafe.org.nz...

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