Grow Waikato
It's time for the second Grow Waikato event. A bi-monthly briefing on key projects and developments in the Waikato region
Hosted by Jamie Strange MP
Guest Speakers:
Leonard Gardner
Commercial Manager, Fosters Construction Group
Leonard will share his views on the New Zealand and Waikato construction sectors, providing an update on Foster Construction’s current and future projects.
Jen Baird
General Manager City Growth, Hamilton City Council
A briefing on the Industrial & Commercial Growth in Hamilton City.
Matt Stark
Director, Stark Property
Opportunities in the Hamilton and New Zealand construction sectors, and an update on Stark Property’s current and future developments.
Followed by a Q&A session with speakers and Jamie.
Date:
Tuesday, 14th May 2019
Venue:
The Atrium, WINTEC Hamilton City Campus (parking available in carpark building off Ward or Tristram Streets)
Time:
4:30 - 4:45 pm: mix-and-mingle/networking
4:45 - 6 pm: event
Please RSVP by Friday 10th May to melissa.white@parliament.govt.nz
Save the date:
The following Grow Waikato event will be Wednesday, 3rd July, The Atrium, WINTEC, 4:30 pm till 6:00 pm
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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 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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