Chedworth, Hamilton

208 days ago

Judy marks 60th wedding anniversary by taking the plunge again

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View more
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.

But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!

In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.

Click read more for the full story.

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209 days ago

Poll: Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.

Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near … View more
Conservationists are calling for feral cats to be added to DOC’s Predator Free 2050 hit list PF2050 list, saying the ‘wily’ predators are bad news for wildlife.

Predator Free Hakarimata coordinator Greg Townsend says when they first started doing pest control in the reserve near Ngāruawāhia, feral cats were “a real issue”.

Do you think feral cats should be on the predator list? 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 feral cats should be on the predator list?
  • 87.1% Yes
    87.1% Complete
  • 12.9% No
    12.9% Complete
31 votes
239 days ago

Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.

If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
  • 82.3% Yes, it's decreased
    82.3% Complete
  • 14.5% Nope
    14.5% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - I'll share below
    3.2% Complete
1111 votes
209 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View more
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Learn More

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211 days ago

What do you think of this plan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.

But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine … View more
Hamilton City Council is keeping its cards close to its financial chest over the dollar value of potential gains from a new-style profit share arrangement on the 25-storey Templeton hotel, apartments and entertainment project.

But hopes are high as the size of that return could help determine the degree of ratepayer benefit from the arrangement.

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

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210 days ago

Wondering what the international part of the airport will be like?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Pack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.

The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive… View more
Pack your bags and grab that passport - the reconstruction of Hamilton airport’s northern terminal to handle the resumption of international flights by Jetstar next month is now complete.

The Waikato Times was given a tour on Monday, with Waikato Regional Airport Limited (WRAL) chief executive Mark Morgan saying only a few touch-ups were needed at the terminal by contractors.

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210 days ago

Poll: Would you get a drone to clean your windows?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

There’s a new window washer at a Hamilton high-rise - and it’s a drone.

Cleaning buildings this way might mean more paperwork prep for the company behind it but “everyone loves watching the drone operate” - and a building owner says it works out cheaper.

Would you get a drone to clean… View more
There’s a new window washer at a Hamilton high-rise - and it’s a drone.

Cleaning buildings this way might mean more paperwork prep for the company behind it but “everyone loves watching the drone operate” - and a building owner says it works out cheaper.

Would you get a drone to clean your windows? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you get a drone to clean your windows?
  • 21.4% Yes
    21.4% Complete
  • 28.6% Maybe
    28.6% Complete
  • 50% No
    50% Complete
14 votes
211 days ago

Poll: Do you think Te Huia should run a Sunday service?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

With Homegrown set to come to Hamilton next year, Auckland punters may be able to catch the train to and from the festival if a Te Huia Sunday service trial goes ahead.

Homegrown music festival co-director Andrew Tuck said a rail service between Hamilton and Auckland on a Sunday would be … View more
With Homegrown set to come to Hamilton next year, Auckland punters may be able to catch the train to and from the festival if a Te Huia Sunday service trial goes ahead.

Homegrown music festival co-director Andrew Tuck said a rail service between Hamilton and Auckland on a Sunday would be “great” for the event.

Do you think Te Huia should run a Sunday service? 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 Te Huia should run a Sunday service?
  • 86.5% Yes
    86.5% Complete
  • 8.1% Maybe
    8.1% Complete
  • 5.4% No
    5.4% Complete
37 votes
217 days ago

Poll: Is the air fryer replacing the humble oven?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Air fryers have surged in popularity in recent years, with their uses expanding well beyond chips — from cooking meats to baking desserts.

Do you think the air fryer could ever replace the traditional oven?

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Is the air fryer replacing the humble oven?
  • 36.8% Yes, I prefer to use my air fryer
    36.8% Complete
  • 62.1% No, ovens are here to stay
    62.1% Complete
  • 1% Other - I'll share below
    1% Complete
1859 votes
222 days ago

What's one Kiwi song you'll never get sick of?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.

Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi … View more
It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.

Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi song that you still absolutely love?

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216 days ago

Poll: Do you support the recent pay equity change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 … View more
The Government has rushed through changes to the Equal Pay Act that will now make it harder for workers to make claims of unfair pay based on gender discrimination.
The move will save billions for the government's budget but will scrap 33 existing pay equity claims affecting over 150,000 workers in traditionally female-dominated roles like teachers and support workers.
Do you support this new change?

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Do you support the recent pay equity change?
  • 26.6% Yes
    26.6% Complete
  • 72.8% No
    72.8% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2344 votes
214 days ago

Poll: Do you think Waikato will be able to attract more ABs tests?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton’s FMG Stadium Waikato could be hosting one of its last All Black tests in July as competition to host the nation’s top sporting side heats up.

And with New Zealand Rugby (NZ Rugby) struggling to make ends meet, they’ll be looking for more ticket revenue from larger capacity … View more
Hamilton’s FMG Stadium Waikato could be hosting one of its last All Black tests in July as competition to host the nation’s top sporting side heats up.

And with New Zealand Rugby (NZ Rugby) struggling to make ends meet, they’ll be looking for more ticket revenue from larger capacity stadiums, says a Hamilton hospitality entrepreneur.

Do you think Waikato will be able to attract more ABs tests? 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 Waikato will be able to attract more ABs tests?
  • 48.1% Yes
    48.1% Complete
  • 18.5% Maybe
    18.5% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
27 votes
214 days ago

Product recalls across the country

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Throughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.

Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
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Throughout the month, food and products across New Zealand get recalled for various reasons. Click on the blue title to read more about why the item has been recalled.

Food recalls:
Ārepa Brain drink
Imported whole frozen anchovies
New World Ravenswood cordon bleu
Little Island hokey pokey coconut ice cream
Pams afghan oat baked bars

Product recalls:
Postie various baby merino clothing
Santa Cruz Heckler E-bike
PPG Paints Easycoat interior paint - sold at Bunnings
Tikiri dino teethers - sold at Sleep Store, Auckland Zoo, Mighty Ape and other retailers
North Face Shellista V Mid Waterproof Boots
Anko wooden Fire truck - sold at Kmart
Panda Mart candle light
H&M children's pyjama sets

Didn't see last month's list of recalls? Click here to browse that list too.

215 days ago

Poll: Did the shorter free parking period change how much you go to the CBD?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Key Hamilton mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe is backing reverting to two hours free parking in the CBD but his centre-left rival Sarah Thomson isn’t keen.

Last year’s change to just one-hour free between 8am and 8pm Monday to Saturday was designed to encourage more turnover at short-stay… View more
Key Hamilton mayoral race contender Tim Macindoe is backing reverting to two hours free parking in the CBD but his centre-left rival Sarah Thomson isn’t keen.

Last year’s change to just one-hour free between 8am and 8pm Monday to Saturday was designed to encourage more turnover at short-stay parks to theoretically benefit the likes of retailers. The free CBD on-street parking is due to be phased out completely next year.

Did the shorter free parking period change how much you go to the CBD? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did the shorter free parking period change how much you go to the CBD?
  • 67.8% Yes
    67.8% Complete
  • 8.5% Sort of
    8.5% Complete
  • 23.7% No
    23.7% Complete
59 votes
214 days ago

Create a Colour-Coded Square Foot Garden Guide with This Easy DIY!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Take the guesswork out of square foot growing with this simple homemade spacing guide, complete with Resene colour-coded holes for easy planting and a dibber to sow seeds at the desired depth. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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