Claudelands, Hamilton

289 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

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We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
292 days ago

Poll: What do you think is the best solution for the health system?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Labour and National have each pitched their big ideas for getting more doctors (and nurses) into the system.

What do you think is the best option?

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What do you think is the best solution for the health system?
  • 56.7% National's plan to support a new med school in Waikato
    56.7% Complete
  • 38.8% Labour's plan to create more training places at existing med schools
    38.8% Complete
  • 4.5% Something else - explain in the comments
    4.5% Complete
67 votes
288 days ago

Grey Power - Meet the Candidates

Raymond from Chartwell

The candidates will outline their Party’s FIVE priorities and how they intend to resolve them.

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288 days ago

!!Price Reduction!! House for Sale

Jenny from Chartwell

Listed.co.nz/property/2686
4 bedrooms- 3 dbl with wardrobes, 1 single bedroom or office. 2 bathrooms. double garage lots of off street parking, 2 heatpumps. Private sale. $740,000.00 o.n.o Chartwell area 021 091 21120

Price: $740,000

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288 days ago

Do you know about the shellfish warning in the Raglan area?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A warning has been issued urging people not to collect or eat shellfish from the Raglan coastline due to high levels of paralytic shellfish toxins being detected.

The naturally occurring toxins can be poisonous to humans, leading to stomach upsets, paralysis, respiratory failure and, in severe … View more
A warning has been issued urging people not to collect or eat shellfish from the Raglan coastline due to high levels of paralytic shellfish toxins being detected.

The naturally occurring toxins can be poisonous to humans, leading to stomach upsets, paralysis, respiratory failure and, in severe cases, death.

Have you heard about this public health warning?

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288 days ago

Fancy $100 to spend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can … View more
We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 26th of September. Enjoy!

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288 days ago

Spring Clean Your Bills!

The Team from NZ Compare

Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, … View more
Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, remember to set your clocks before bedtime.
Compare now

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317 days ago

Tickets on sale now!

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether … View more
We’re so excited to let you know that the NZ House & Garden Tours are back for another sell-out summer. ☀️

In 2024, we're visiting Queenstown (16 & 17 February), Christchurch (23 & 24 February), Whanganui (15 & 16 March) and Tauranga (22 & 23 March).

Whether you’re a design enthusiast or just want to take a peek inside some of New Zealand's most beautiful homes, join us for a day of inspiration and fun. It’s the perfect excuse for you to gather a group of friends and make a day ... or weekend of it. These tours proudly support Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

🚨 Tickets are on sale now! Purchase your tickets here.

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297 days ago

Show us what you've got, e hoa!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be … View more
We're not saying 'Ka kite' to 'Kia ora' but let's challenge ourselves a little more for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori...

Held from the 11th-17th September, Māori Language week gives us a chance to celebrate our beautiful national language. Maybe you'll be celebrating by watching the Toku Reo videos and using Te Aka (Maōri Dictionary) to improve your knowledge, or maybe you've found a buddy for the week that will only kōrero in te reo with you. Ka pai!

If you're a fan of chocolate, we have five blocks of Whittakers Miraka Kirīmi tiakarete to give away. Whether long or short, simply share your show-off phrase below to be in to win. (Winners randomly drawn and notified on Mon, 18th Sept).

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289 days ago

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN MEXICAN CULTURE!

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

¿Te gustaría viajar a México para disfrutar de sus hermosas playas, deliciosa comida y una cultura increíble? ¡No te quedes sin saber cómo preguntar en español por las cosas que necesitas!

Learning the local language of holiday destinations is an invaluable tool. Most countries speak a … View more
¿Te gustaría viajar a México para disfrutar de sus hermosas playas, deliciosa comida y una cultura increíble? ¡No te quedes sin saber cómo preguntar en español por las cosas que necesitas!

Learning the local language of holiday destinations is an invaluable tool. Most countries speak a little English, but what if you want to get away from the expensive tourist traps and experience the culture firsthand? First order or business is being able to find comida, agua… and of course, the baño!

Learn what these words mean and more at Fraser ACE with our amazing tutor Andrea. We would love to support you through your learning journey!
Learn something new

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289 days ago

Can you solve The Hard Word?

The Team from Stuff

Put down the coffee, feed your brain every weekday and hopefully have a bit of fun in the process.

There’s a new word puzzle that’s a little “anagram-istic”, a tad “Boggle-ing” and a bit harder than both. It’s aptly named, The Hard Word.

You get one scramble of letters, one … View more
Put down the coffee, feed your brain every weekday and hopefully have a bit of fun in the process.

There’s a new word puzzle that’s a little “anagram-istic”, a tad “Boggle-ing” and a bit harder than both. It’s aptly named, The Hard Word.

You get one scramble of letters, one cryptic clue and one tense minute to unscramble the letters and guess the answer.

Proudly brought to you by Neighbourly, The Hard Word can be found 9am weekdays on Stuff. Give it a go today - if you dare…
Play Now

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293 days ago

Others

Sally from Maeroa

Where can I dispose of broken TV and microwave beside going to the tip.

292 days ago

Have you seen this suburban 'art display'?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

It's caused some controversy in Flagstaff and now the council says it has to go.

The shipping container is on a Petersburg Drive section owned by David and Barbara Yzendoorn, which has a tumultuous planning history.

They'd said the container was intended to bring attention to “the… View more
It's caused some controversy in Flagstaff and now the council says it has to go.

The shipping container is on a Petersburg Drive section owned by David and Barbara Yzendoorn, which has a tumultuous planning history.

They'd said the container was intended to bring attention to “the ongoing housing crisis in Hamilton and NZ".

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292 days ago

Find out your heart age!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Try our online heart-health tool 'My Heart Check' to find out your estimated heart age compared to your actual age. The result may surprise you!

Click the link to find out more.

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292 days ago

Take your work home

The Team from

Five colour and styling tips with Resene for creating an at-home work space that works for you.

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