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16 days ago

Poll: Do you think this is a good idea?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.

Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully … View more
The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.

Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully counting dollars, city bean counters are on the hunt for “value capture” tools to help keep up with demand in the growing city.

Do you think this is a good idea? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think this is a good idea?
  • 26.7% Yes
    26.7% Complete
  • 6.7% Maybe
    6.7% Complete
  • 46.7% No
    46.7% Complete
  • 20% Not sure
    20% Complete
15 votes
17 days ago

Leather Couch & 2 x Chairs

Daryll from Nawton

Comfortable as. 2 small holes in armrests on the couch.

Price: $50

17 days ago

Poll: Do you want the water tower to stay?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Cambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.

However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.

Do you want the … View more
Cambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.

However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.

Do you want the water tower to stay? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you want the water tower to stay?
  • 92.6% Yes
    92.6% Complete
  • 3.7% Not sure
    3.7% Complete
  • 3.7% No
    3.7% Complete
27 votes
17 days ago

Uni and PHOs working on plan to increase clinical placement options

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.

While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical … View more
The University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.

While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical school, they’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three Waikato-based Primary Health Organisations (PHOs).

What do you think of this move? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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21 days ago

Oranges?

Amanda from Te Kowhai

Hi,
Does anyone have a surplus of oranges they’re willing to share? Or I can swap you for buckets of big feijoas in winter?

I have a sick child and have read that freshly squeezed juice is superior in it’s health benefits to packaged juice.

If you can help at all, please get in contact … View more
Hi,
Does anyone have a surplus of oranges they’re willing to share? Or I can swap you for buckets of big feijoas in winter?

I have a sick child and have read that freshly squeezed juice is superior in it’s health benefits to packaged juice.

If you can help at all, please get in contact 😀

Dicaprio63@hotmail.com

17 days ago

Poll: What do you think about sweary submissions to councils?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.

Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues … View more
A furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.

Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues later ruled it was in breach of Hamilton City Council’s code of conduct.

What do you think about sweary submissions to councils? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think about sweary submissions to councils?
  • 28.6% Councils should be able to deal with it
    28.6% Complete
  • 3.6% I'm ambivalent
    3.6% Complete
  • 64.3% They're not acceptable
    64.3% Complete
  • 3.6% Other (explain in the comments)
    3.6% Complete
28 votes
17 days ago

Three years’ worth of cocaine snorted in three months

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More cocaine was taken across Waikato in the last three months than three whole years in the early 2020s.

That’s according to wastewater drug testing carried out by Crown research institute ESR for police.

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17 days ago

Matamata Retirement Showhome now open

Matamata Club

If you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.

While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.

We can’t … View more
If you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.

While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.

We can’t wait to give you a tour!
Find out more

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17 days ago

Winner winner!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to the winners of our $100 Mitre10 vouchers:

Justine Terrill from Mount Albert

Suzette Gibson from Nelson

Soumya Manoj from Lower Hutt

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Congratulations to the winners of our $100 Mitre10 vouchers:

Justine Terrill from Mount Albert

Suzette Gibson from Nelson

Soumya Manoj from Lower Hutt

Millie George from Richmond Hill

If you're a winner, get in touch here before 12th November.

Not a winner this week? There's always next week!

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23 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 88.7% Yes, it's fair
    88.7% Complete
  • 10.7% No, it's unreasonable
    10.7% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
4585 votes
18 days ago

Surreal comics created by man who gave us 'The Tron' receive a posthumous publishing

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

He’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.

A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - … View more
He’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.

A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - with the launch of two books of comics he created.

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18 days ago

Poll: Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Car parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.

Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the … View more
Car parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.

Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the CBD around.

Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge?
  • 76.7% Yes, absolutely
    76.7% Complete
  • 16.7% Maybe some
    16.7% Complete
  • 3.3% No
    3.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Not sure
    3.3% Complete
30 votes
18 days ago

Respite care when you need it

Linda Jones Retirement Village

From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

If you still live in your own home, a short stay at one of our care centres could be a welcome break from your… View more
From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.

If you still live in your own home, a short stay at one of our care centres could be a welcome break from your usual routine.

Our respite care is offered at rest home-level care, hospital and specialist dementia care. In some circumstances, we may be able to offer you respite care in a serviced apartment.

If you've been thinking about moving to a Ryman care centre, spending time with us in respite care is a great way for you to experience the lifestyle in our villages before making your decision.

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29 days ago

Poll: What do you think should happen here?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Councillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.

However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.

What do you think should happen? Tell… View more
Councillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.

However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.

What do you think should happen? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think should happen here?
  • 9.3% Raised crossing
    9.3% Complete
  • 33% Light-controlled crossing
    33% Complete
  • 50.5% No crossing
    50.5% Complete
  • 7.2% Other (explain in the comments)
    7.2% Complete
97 votes
30 days ago

What do you think of this Peachgrove plan?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A brand new hotel and 167 homes will take the place of Hamilton’s last holiday park, changing the face of a busy Hamilton East spot.

The Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct plan by Hamilton Campground Ltd got the tick from a fast track panel 167 working days after it was lodged with the … View more
A brand new hotel and 167 homes will take the place of Hamilton’s last holiday park, changing the face of a busy Hamilton East spot.

The Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct plan by Hamilton Campground Ltd got the tick from a fast track panel 167 working days after it was lodged with the Environmental Protection Authority.

What do you think of this Peachgrove plan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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