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Neil’s love for fishing stretches back as far as he can remember. From catching sprats on the farm as a young boy to representing New Zealand on the world stage, it’s always been his passion. These days, as a Bruce McLaren Village resident, Neil finds nothing more enjoyable than casting a line,… View moreNeil’s love for fishing stretches back as far as he can remember. From catching sprats on the farm as a young boy to representing New Zealand on the world stage, it’s always been his passion. These days, as a Bruce McLaren Village resident, Neil finds nothing more enjoyable than casting a line, surrounded by scenic vistas and the melodies of native birds, before releasing his catch back into the water.
An experienced fishing guide, Neil shares his love of fly fishing with his new mate and village neighbour, David. While they met in the village, the pair are often mistaken for lifelong friends. Like Neil, David has always been an active person.
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Welcome the new year with the chance to win a brand-new home!
For just $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished Jennian home in the stunning coastal town of Clarks Beach, Auckland—your perfect escape, just a short drive from the city.
Valued at over $1 million, this home features … View moreWelcome the new year with the chance to win a brand-new home!
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Whether you choose to make it your forever home, a holiday retreat, a rental property, or sell it, the choice is yours!
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On the busiest sale day for New Zealand retailers, one of the country’s largest department stores was turning customers away after its Eftpos system went down for hours before it was restored late afternoon.
Around midday on Boxing Day, employees of Hamilton’s Centre Place Farmers stood at … View moreOn the busiest sale day for New Zealand retailers, one of the country’s largest department stores was turning customers away after its Eftpos system went down for hours before it was restored late afternoon.
Around midday on Boxing Day, employees of Hamilton’s Centre Place Farmers stood at the entrance and apologetically told shoppers they could either pay with cash, or they would have to look elsewhere.
Do you like using eftpos? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
It was another big year for the region’s number one news outlet the Waikato Times. From man-hunts to monarchs new and old, rates rises, international flights, hobbits, councillors behaving badly and almost everything in between, Matthew Martin's article takes you back through the news that … View moreIt was another big year for the region’s number one news outlet the Waikato Times. From man-hunts to monarchs new and old, rates rises, international flights, hobbits, councillors behaving badly and almost everything in between, Matthew Martin's article takes you back through the news that captured the region during the first half of the year.
What events have stood out for you this year - either in your life or in the news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Give Hamilton student Rhys Morgan a pair of tongs and some barbecue rub and he can conjure up a meal better than most.
The 12-year-old knows his way around the barbie well enough to be the only kid to be sponsored by large American BBQ company Croix Valley.
How do you rate your barbecuing … View moreGive Hamilton student Rhys Morgan a pair of tongs and some barbecue rub and he can conjure up a meal better than most.
The 12-year-old knows his way around the barbie well enough to be the only kid to be sponsored by large American BBQ company Croix Valley.
How do you rate your barbecuing skills? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
From hot air balloon rides to cotton ball scooping games, folks around Hamilton have their festive plans sorted.
On a sunny Monday when most people are already on holiday, there were a few homecomers on Hamilton streets.
How are you celebrating Christmas this year? Tell us in the comments … View moreFrom hot air balloon rides to cotton ball scooping games, folks around Hamilton have their festive plans sorted.
On a sunny Monday when most people are already on holiday, there were a few homecomers on Hamilton streets.
How are you celebrating Christmas this year? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A woman attacked by a beggar at Chartwell mall believes the shopping centre could have done more in the wake of the incident.
The woman, who only wants to be known as Christine for privacy reasons, had done some of her Christmas shopping at the Hamilton precinct on December 16 when she was … View moreA woman attacked by a beggar at Chartwell mall believes the shopping centre could have done more in the wake of the incident.
The woman, who only wants to be known as Christine for privacy reasons, had done some of her Christmas shopping at the Hamilton precinct on December 16 when she was returning to her car.
Have you ever had problems while out shopping? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A Hamilton teenager who spent nearly 40 hours in the bush with broken bones after falling off an “almost two-storey waterfall” has expressed gratitude for all the efforts to find her.
Maia Johnston, 19, who left her mother’s home in Tōtara Park, Upper Hutt on Saturday evening, said she … View moreA Hamilton teenager who spent nearly 40 hours in the bush with broken bones after falling off an “almost two-storey waterfall” has expressed gratitude for all the efforts to find her.
Maia Johnston, 19, who left her mother’s home in Tōtara Park, Upper Hutt on Saturday evening, said she got lost in Akatarawa Forest – described as “a rugged blend of native and exotic forest”, including steep valleys and river gorges, by the Wellington Regional Council.
There's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.
Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...
Share… View moreThere's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.
Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...
Share your Christmas mishaps below!
Mayors, chief executives and councils in the Waikato region have banded together to make sure the Government knows what the region needs to survive and thrive.
The Waikato Regional Council, under guidance from a regional Chief Executive Working Group, is coordinating the lodging of a joint … View moreMayors, chief executives and councils in the Waikato region have banded together to make sure the Government knows what the region needs to survive and thrive.
The Waikato Regional Council, under guidance from a regional Chief Executive Working Group, is coordinating the lodging of a joint proposal on behalf of the Waikato Mayoral Forum.
What do you want to see in a regional deal for Waikato? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Dumping your illicit catch then fleeing fisheries officers is about the worst thing you can do this summer and one group in Raglan found this out the hard way.
They were picked up as authorities ramp up their compliance work at boatramps across the region to make sure fishers are sticking to the… View moreDumping your illicit catch then fleeing fisheries officers is about the worst thing you can do this summer and one group in Raglan found this out the hard way.
They were picked up as authorities ramp up their compliance work at boatramps across the region to make sure fishers are sticking to the rules. While most do - some even have their own sustainability codes - others do not.
Have you seen fisheries officers out and about? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The festive season is always a great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth, and this time of year poses the perfect opportunity to bring a real showstopper to the Christmas table.
For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche, an impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with … View moreThe festive season is always a great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth, and this time of year poses the perfect opportunity to bring a real showstopper to the Christmas table.
For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche, an impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with spun sugar that is popular at weddings in France and Italy.
What began as a birthday treat at a local French café has become a cherished Christmas tradition for Suellen and her 17-year-old twin granddaughters, Ellie and Sadie. Every year, the trio gather in Suellen’s apartment at William Sanders Village to cook this festive dessert - a holiday highlight they all treasure.
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The MetService has told Santa to pack his wet weather suit for his big journey south as it looks like it will be ho ho hosing down on Christmas and Boxing Day in Waikato.
MetSevice meteorologist Devlin Lynden said a low coming in over the Tasman Sea will bring showers and then rain for Hamilton … View moreThe MetService has told Santa to pack his wet weather suit for his big journey south as it looks like it will be ho ho hosing down on Christmas and Boxing Day in Waikato.
MetSevice meteorologist Devlin Lynden said a low coming in over the Tasman Sea will bring showers and then rain for Hamilton on Christmas Day afternoon, which will hang about on Boxing Day before clearing off on Friday.
How are you planning to beat the rain at Christmas? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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