Do you know this woman, or the house in the photo?
Rachel Mason is crossing the globe on a mission to track down the farmhouse her mum, Margaret Parkin, lived in near Hamilton in the late 1950s.
“I’d just like to find the house, just to drive by and say that’s where my mum lived”.
Mason will travel from Sheffield to New Zealand in March searching for information about her mother’s life in Hamilton. She is reaching out to Waikato Times readers for information about where her mum lived.
Vandalism is costing ratepayers - what can be done to better protect our public spaces?
Vandals have repeatedly damaged public amenities across the Waikato District, leaving ratepayers to pick up the bill. So far in 2025, the cost has climbed to nearly $123,000, reports the Waikato Times.
The council is urging residents to report vandalism as soon as possible.
If you witness vandalism in progress, please contact the police immediately.
We want to know: Do you have ideas on how we can better protect our public spaces?
Get painting and wallpapering - Sale now on at Resene ColorShops!
For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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