Whangamatā pool at risk as costs rise
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 amid a Stuff campaign to teach more kids how to keep safe in the water.
Looking for kids trike
Hi there, anyone got any kids trikes like this in Hamilton area, they want to get rid of. Looking for couple for craft project.
‘Simply irresponsible’: Wallaby likely kept as pet in Hamilton, regional council says
A wallaby spotted in Hamilton was probably kept as a pet, the regional council says - and that’s “simply irresponsible”.
The dama wallaby, which had an immature joey in its pouch, was spotted in Frankton on March 3, reported and killed, Waikato Regional Council says.
Struggle to see a specialist: Majority of cardiology referrals declined
Less than half of cardiology referrals to Waikato Hospital were accepted last year, as new data paints a grim picture of people struggling to access specialist care in multiple areas.
GP representatives warn the situation is getting worse, leaving patients in “horrible" pain as they attempt to manage symptoms through primary care, or turning to private healthcare if they could afford it.
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