163 days ago

Have you bought footwear here?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

For decades, a big orange boot has sat on top of a shopfront on Grey Street in Hamilton East.

It’s the symbol of Collins Footwear - one of Waikato’s last independent shoe shops, and a business about to change hands after 43 years.

Have you bought footwear here? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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1 day ago

Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?

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Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
  • 75.7% Inside!
    75.7% Complete
  • 24.3% On top!
    24.3% Complete
350 votes
8 minutes ago

Widow’s fight for change after husband’s ‘blasé’ care at Waikato Hospital

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Nigel Dring had looked forward to retirement, but only got months to enjoy it.

His death in July 2023 - two days after a medical appointment - sparked an investigation at Waikato Hospital and his widow says she’s still shocked at “blasé” treatment in the days before he died.

While Nigel had told one doctor he was “really struggling to breathe”, no-one made them feel like he was in danger, Lynn Dring said.

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6 hours ago

💡 A Little Brain Buzz for You⚡

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I have two faces, but show you only one.
I once had guests, but now have none.
I’m rarely bloody and seldom blue.
I’m often promised and sometimes new

(Trev from Tamatea kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)

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!

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