Beerescourt, Hamilton

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

122 days ago

Up to 100 jobs to go at Fonterra in Hamilton

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Fonterra is slashing up to 100 jobs at its Hamilton headquarters and outsourcing work overseas as part of cost-saving measures that employees say are just the beginning.

Staff said the scale of the proposed cuts in the finance and accounting team were “brutal” and many long-serving employees… View more
Fonterra is slashing up to 100 jobs at its Hamilton headquarters and outsourcing work overseas as part of cost-saving measures that employees say are just the beginning.

Staff said the scale of the proposed cuts in the finance and accounting team were “brutal” and many long-serving employees were affected.

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122 days ago

Best medical alarms

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to… View more
Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to be, or perhaps have already experienced a fall or seizure? If so, a medical alarm can help you regain your independence and confidence.

If you have a medical emergency or fall, just press the button on your personal medical alarm and speak to an operator through the built-in speaker. If you can’t speak, an ambulance will be dispatched immediately.

There are a number of different medical alarm options available in New Zealand, so you will be able to find one that suits your needs.

Click read more for the full article.

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122 days ago

Did you know about this new pet memorial?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

12-year-old Jorja McCarthy holds a plaque which reads, “Appollo. You will always be in our hearts like a star in the sky”.

She fits it in place with the same care and tenderness that she gave little Appollo in life. The fence she’s attaching it to is Hamilton’s new Rainbow Bridge; a … View more
12-year-old Jorja McCarthy holds a plaque which reads, “Appollo. You will always be in our hearts like a star in the sky”.

She fits it in place with the same care and tenderness that she gave little Appollo in life. The fence she’s attaching it to is Hamilton’s new Rainbow Bridge; a place to remember the city’s departed pets.

What do you think of the idea? Let us know in the comments. (Please include NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.)

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124 days ago

Poll: Does littering and illegal dumping annoy you?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

There are spots in Hamilton where it’s inescapable. Supermarket trolleys loaded with rubbish. Debris accumulating under trees. Plastic bags and Lime scooters thrown down a riverbank.

The depressing tide of litter and rubbish shows few signs of going away, despite the heroic efforts of some … View more
There are spots in Hamilton where it’s inescapable. Supermarket trolleys loaded with rubbish. Debris accumulating under trees. Plastic bags and Lime scooters thrown down a riverbank.

The depressing tide of litter and rubbish shows few signs of going away, despite the heroic efforts of some individuals to do their bit. One gully cleanup in Donny Park netted a tonne of rubbish, including supermarket trolleys.

Does this stuff get to you? Let us know your thoughts in the comments (please add NFP if you don't want them to appear in print).

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Does littering and illegal dumping annoy you?
  • 100% Yes
    100% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% Haven't really noticed it
    0% Complete
60 votes
131 days ago

Poll: Should this business owner have to fix the wall?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It was built on the property by a neighbour, without consent or the business owner knowing part of it crossed the boundary onto his property.

Hamilton City Council told him to fix the retaining wall, but MBIE has recently overturned the decision.

Do you think he should have to fix it? Tell us… View more
It was built on the property by a neighbour, without consent or the business owner knowing part of it crossed the boundary onto his property.

Hamilton City Council told him to fix the retaining wall, but MBIE has recently overturned the decision.

Do you think he should have to fix it? Tell us why/why not in the comments. Please add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.

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Should this business owner have to fix the wall?
  • 27.1% Yes
    27.1% Complete
  • 70.8% No
    70.8% Complete
  • 2.1% Not sure
    2.1% Complete
48 votes
123 days ago

Is there a dumping hotspot near you?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

An illegal dumping hotspot outside a Kāinga Ora housing complex has cost the state landlord more than $12,000 to clean up, but stopping it from happening remains a difficult job.

The oak tree is outside a 32-home complex on Peachgrove Rd near the intersection with Clyde St in Hamilton East and … View more
An illegal dumping hotspot outside a Kāinga Ora housing complex has cost the state landlord more than $12,000 to clean up, but stopping it from happening remains a difficult job.

The oak tree is outside a 32-home complex on Peachgrove Rd near the intersection with Clyde St in Hamilton East and has mostly been surrounded by rubbish for the last five years.

Is rubbish illegally dumped near you? Let us know in the comments. (Please add NFP if you don't want your comments to appear in print.)

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123 days ago

Update your Covid protection

Health New Zealand

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
Book now

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124 days ago

Have you ever done a cleanup in your community?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

For years former Waikato woman Anna Petchell would deal to the unholy mess at marinas when she worked on yachts around the world.

But New Zealand was a shock when she returned in 2019. “I had always said to people, no, New Zealand's a clean green place. We always get raised to pick up our… View more
For years former Waikato woman Anna Petchell would deal to the unholy mess at marinas when she worked on yachts around the world.

But New Zealand was a shock when she returned in 2019. “I had always said to people, no, New Zealand's a clean green place. We always get raised to pick up our rubbish,” she says. “And then I got home and I was like, it's terrible."

Have you ever done your own cleanup? Let us know in the comments. (Please add NFP if you don't want your comment to appear in print.)

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124 days ago

Poll: Are you a fan of the pontoon?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Wellington Street beachgoers won’t have their revamped beach space finished before this summer, but their new favourite “temporary” pontoon is there to stay.

In January last year visitors to the river-side beach told the Waikato Times they were loving the new pontoon installed as a … View more
Wellington Street beachgoers won’t have their revamped beach space finished before this summer, but their new favourite “temporary” pontoon is there to stay.

In January last year visitors to the river-side beach told the Waikato Times they were loving the new pontoon installed as a temporary replacement for the tired old jetty.

Are you a fan? Tell us your thoughts in the comments (please add NFP if you don't want your comments to appear in print).

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Are you a fan of the pontoon?
  • 54.2% Yes
    54.2% Complete
  • 12.5% No
    12.5% Complete
  • 33.3% Didn't know about it
    33.3% Complete
24 votes
124 days ago

Recent product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food Recalls
Kiki seed crackers
My Food Bag Ltg white sesame seeds
Couplands mince & vege pie
Ghiotti mozarella cheese
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food Recalls
Kiki seed crackers
My Food Bag Ltg white sesame seeds
Couplands mince & vege pie
Ghiotti mozarella cheese
Papamoa Spice King sesame seeds
Mahadeo Spices and Produce Warehouse sesame seeds and Qandahari Bazaar sesame seeds
Sesame seeds from these following brands / stores: Bin Inn, Scrumptious, Bare Refill, Grand Market, Classic Taste, Food 4 Less and Apna.
Doughboys bread products
New World Wanaka spaghetti & meatballs
Essente mixed nuts
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds

Product Recalls
Zodiac swimming pool heat pump
Rubber duckie toy
H&M children/baby pyjamas
CFMOTO Youth All Terrain vehicle
Magnetic Ball set
Vehicle recalls can be found here.

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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125 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

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Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
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127 days ago

Plan Change 12

Margaret Louise from Frankton

The meeting was held on 17th July '24 to update on PC12 Enabling Housing. A number of groups attended and noted that they were struggling to understand the range of new changes , different to what the community was told about in 2022. It seems the new option may be better for general … View moreThe meeting was held on 17th July '24 to update on PC12 Enabling Housing. A number of groups attended and noted that they were struggling to understand the range of new changes , different to what the community was told about in 2022. It seems the new option may be better for general residential but makes it harder for medium and high density communities. In high density it will be very difficult to add onto your home or add one storey units , and the height goes up from 21 metres to 26 metres permitted.

Frankton East Resident Group 9 ( FERG ) would appreciate it if there are any planners or lawyers that could help the community group. But the time is short.

Please ask the council what the new changes may mean to your home by going online to PC12 and putting in your address or ask at HCC.

Enclosed the Hamilton Map of recent changes;

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133 days ago

Save Our Suburbs Meeting.

Margaret Louise from Frankton

Wednesday 17 July 2024 at 6.30pm
Waimarie Community House
at 53 Wellington Street Hamilton East.

Major change has been proposed in two Hamilton council plan changes-called Enabling -
i.e. Intensification ( P/C 12 ) as result of the National policy Statement on Urban Development,
and in … View more
Wednesday 17 July 2024 at 6.30pm
Waimarie Community House
at 53 Wellington Street Hamilton East.

Major change has been proposed in two Hamilton council plan changes-called Enabling -
i.e. Intensification ( P/C 12 ) as result of the National policy Statement on Urban Development,
and in Historic Heritage ( P/C 9)
The character and identity of Hamilton’s suburbs will be affected.
HCC have said the existing district plan already allows for sufficient new housing.
Do you know about HUGS (Hamilton Urban Growth Strategy)?
The changes in P/C 12 will affect Hamilton’s suburbs for years to come and will take affect
immediately
which includes three storey housing developments and above across new medium and high density
zones of the city with limited resource consent. Recently the proposed rules have been changed
again with heights increased in medium (3 – 5 storeys) and high (26 meters and above)
If you are interested in knowing more or joining with others who have submitted
to these plan changes you are welcome to attend.
In conjunction with:
Waikato Heritage
Group,
Hamilton East Advocacy Team (HEAT),
Waimarie Community House &
Frankton East Residents Group

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128 days ago

Ride share to Auckland (Ellerslie)

Neha from Hamilton Central

Please message if anyone is interested to ride share. Looking to go a couple of times per month. I will contribute to cost.

126 days ago

Cosy up with a fresh cup of coffee and a magazine

mags4gifts

Winter is well and truly here, and we’re helping you keep your cup full and your mind entertained. Simply purchase or gift a subscription via mags4gifts.co.nz before 31 July and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win 1 of 3 Delonghi Espresso Coffee Makers worth $229* each!

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