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25 days ago

Chiefs resist rushing Damian McKenzie back for Super Rugby Pacific final

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The Chiefs are keeping Damian McKenzie on ice, with coach Jono Gibbes resisting the temptation to throw his star playmaker straight back into the fray against the Crusaders in Hamilton on Saturday night.

Having sat out the opening two rounds of the Super Rugby Pacific season on paternity leave … View more
The Chiefs are keeping Damian McKenzie on ice, with coach Jono Gibbes resisting the temptation to throw his star playmaker straight back into the fray against the Crusaders in Hamilton on Saturday night.

Having sat out the opening two rounds of the Super Rugby Pacific season on paternity leave following the birth of his first child, son, Louie, in the first week of February, McKenzie has re-joined the franchise for training this week.

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28 days ago

Raglan tops unpaid rates bill list in Waikato District

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More than $1.3 million in unpaid rates is owed to Waikato District Council by just 10 property owners — including one Raglan ratepayer who owes nearly a quarter of a million dollars.

An Official Information Act response reveals the council’s worst rates arrears, with a single Raglan property… View more
More than $1.3 million in unpaid rates is owed to Waikato District Council by just 10 property owners — including one Raglan ratepayer who owes nearly a quarter of a million dollars.

An Official Information Act response reveals the council’s worst rates arrears, with a single Raglan property topping the list at $234,017.07 outstanding.

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27 days ago

Poll: Would you help your kids out with buying a home?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

OPINION: Over the past year, I’ve had the same conversation with many Waikato families again and again.

A child has found a house. The market feels like it’s moving. There’s pressure to act quickly. And before anyone has really had time to think it through, … View more
OPINION: Over the past year, I’ve had the same conversation with many Waikato families again and again.

A child has found a house. The market feels like it’s moving. There’s pressure to act quickly. And before anyone has really had time to think it through, parents are being asked to step in with cash, guarantees, or equity from their own home.

Would you help your kids out with buying a home? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you help your kids out with buying a home?
  • 26.1% I already have.
    26.1% Complete
  • 60.9% Yes.
    60.9% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
23 votes
25 days ago

Seven people rescued from Waikato river near Taupō

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Seven people were rescued from the Waikato River on Wednesday evening after a recreational float went wrong.

Police were alerted about 7.20pm to four men who had decided to float from the control gates down to Hipapatua Reserve, also known as Reids Farm, police said in a statement. The group had… View more
Seven people were rescued from the Waikato River on Wednesday evening after a recreational float went wrong.

Police were alerted about 7.20pm to four men who had decided to float from the control gates down to Hipapatua Reserve, also known as Reids Farm, police said in a statement. The group had only basic inflatables and were not wearing life jackets.

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25 days ago

Poll: Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Waikato farmers are leading the way! 🚜🐄 With exports booming and "stellar seasons" on the books, our farmers are pumping value back into the region.

Even with a cautious approach to spending, the benefits are slowly making their way into the local economy.

We want to know: Are… View more
Waikato farmers are leading the way! 🚜🐄 With exports booming and "stellar seasons" on the books, our farmers are pumping value back into the region.

Even with a cautious approach to spending, the benefits are slowly making their way into the local economy.

We want to know: Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?

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Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?
  • 20.5% Yes, definitely!
    20.5% Complete
  • 20.5% Getting there...
    20.5% Complete
  • 59% Still waiting to see it.
    59% Complete
39 votes
47 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop … View moreOnce again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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25 days ago

Step by step for a great cause!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Our amazing Hillary Hikers from Edmund Hillary Village showed their support for Bowel Cancer New Zealand's Move Your Butt campaign this month!

Sporting the bright purple and orange campaign shirts, these wonderful walkers hit the Auckland waterfront and marched from Mission Bay to … View more
Our amazing Hillary Hikers from Edmund Hillary Village showed their support for Bowel Cancer New Zealand's Move Your Butt campaign this month!

Sporting the bright purple and orange campaign shirts, these wonderful walkers hit the Auckland waterfront and marched from Mission Bay to Kohimarama, raising awareness for bowel cancer and the importance of early detection along the way.

Click read more to read the full story.

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32 days ago

Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: … View more
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

Want to read more? The Press has you covered!

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🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
  • 53.9% Human-centred experience and communication
    53.9% Complete
  • 14.3% Critical thinking
    14.3% Complete
  • 29.4% Resilience and adaptability
    29.4% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I will share below!
    2.4% Complete
659 votes
26 days ago

Considering Renting Out Your Holiday Home?

Bachcare

Hey Neighbours,
Are you thinking about renting out your holiday home, or want better results from your short-term rental?

As part of the Neighbourly community, Bachcare is offering you a FREE short-term rental appraisal to help discover your property’s earning potential.

With over 20 years… View more
Hey Neighbours,
Are you thinking about renting out your holiday home, or want better results from your short-term rental?

As part of the Neighbourly community, Bachcare is offering you a FREE short-term rental appraisal to help discover your property’s earning potential.

With over 20 years of experience, Bachcare supports more than 1,500 homeowners nationwide with 24/7 guest management, local on-the-ground support, and professional cleaning services. We make hosting effortless while maximising your income.

Feel free to reach out to us if you want to find out more!

The Bachcare Team
Find out more

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27 days ago

‘Humble hero’ carries two deaf women from floating car in rising floodwaters

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Taupō police officer rescued two profoundly deaf women from a floating car in fast-rising floodwaters, then put them up at his mum's house.
Constable Courtney Robertson has been called a “humble hero”.

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27 days ago

Bestsellers: Love at first bite leads to a career change

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

He comes from a country where pies aren't a thing, but Rathmony Chiv has made a career out of them.
You can find him at Bite The Pie Bakery & Cafe, 39A Vercoe Road, Beerescourt, Hamilton.

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27 days ago

Cows, creativity and country views at Mapari Farm

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

In the heart of the Hinuera Valley is a farming family making the most out of their stunning location.

While many families might butt heads working closely together or run the gauntlet of sibling rivalry, the Healey family couldn’t be happier running their dairy farm and accommodation, The … View more
In the heart of the Hinuera Valley is a farming family making the most out of their stunning location.

While many families might butt heads working closely together or run the gauntlet of sibling rivalry, the Healey family couldn’t be happier running their dairy farm and accommodation, The Rocks, together.

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28 days ago

Why no-one’s swimming at Little Waipā Reserve

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Little Waipā Reserve is an idyllic spot at the southern end of Lake Karāpiro but look a little closer and you’ll find it’s not the place to take a refreshing dip in the Waikato River.

The Waikato Times visited the popular campsite on Sunday to find out what campers thought of the water … View more
Little Waipā Reserve is an idyllic spot at the southern end of Lake Karāpiro but look a little closer and you’ll find it’s not the place to take a refreshing dip in the Waikato River.

The Waikato Times visited the popular campsite on Sunday to find out what campers thought of the water quality, and if reports of toxic algae in the river’s hydro lakes was putting them off.

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28 days ago

Hi

Julie from Melville

Any.one have a FREE fridge that is working /has to be working Second Hand
That they want to get rid off plse message me thank u in hamilton cheers We can pick up .
Any thing out there . Would appreciate this

Free

28 days ago

Lounge 2 seater and 3 seater

Silvia from Tamahere

Lounge 2 and 3 seater in great condition
Bought from Harvey Norman
Pick it up at Newell Road, Tamahere
Welcome to email or call me. Thanks :)

Price: $100

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