Fairview Downs, Hamilton

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138 days ago

Want to put your fruit and veges to good use?

NZ Gardener

Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll … View more
Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll receive the Abundance plant-based recipe book by Anna Valentine. Abundance offers over 100 recipes that are filling, healthy and packed with flavour, plus enjoy your monthly dose of NZ Gardener magazine - the perfect combo. T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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138 days ago

EarthDiverse Course: "A Political History of Modern Fiji" begins Thursday 8 Aug 7:00pm

todd from EarthDiverse

LAST CALL! Those interested in our new History course entitled "A Political History of Modern Fiji" with Dr Tom White, PhD can register now by clicking on the Read More button below. This course begins tomorrow (Thursday evening 7:00pm). Check the web page for local time zone equivalents… View moreLAST CALL! Those interested in our new History course entitled "A Political History of Modern Fiji" with Dr Tom White, PhD can register now by clicking on the Read More button below. This course begins tomorrow (Thursday evening 7:00pm). Check the web page for local time zone equivalents in your corner of the globe. This course is available as an in-person class, live-streamed via Zoom, or as video recordings to catch up with at your leisure if you can't make the live sessions.

• This course introduces and debates Fiji’s most significant political events, its national leaders and its most divisive constitutional questions from the mid-19th Century.
• Beginning with the imperial ambitions of the mighty warlord and chief Ratu Seru Cakobau, the course examines how Fiji’s history of missionary contact, British indirect rule, Indian indenture, independence and repeat ethno-nationalist coups culminated in the 2006 take-over by the military strongman and moderniser Voreqe Bainimarama, as well as his subsequent 2022 electoral defeat to his old nemesis, Sitiveni Rabuka, and very recent imprisonment.

Check out this and all of our other history, philosophy and language courses on offer on our website.

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139 days ago

Clean-up complete at Sare Crescent

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

An illegal dumping hotspot may have cost Kāinga Ora more than $6000 to clean up, while the state landlord says their action could make their land a further target for illegal dumping.

But locals near the Sare Crescent driveway says while they sympathise with the dilemma they’re happy to see … View more
An illegal dumping hotspot may have cost Kāinga Ora more than $6000 to clean up, while the state landlord says their action could make their land a further target for illegal dumping.

But locals near the Sare Crescent driveway says while they sympathise with the dilemma they’re happy to see their taxes spent on cleaning up an eyesore.

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138 days ago

Have you ever been to a show where NZSL was used?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A special performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Hamilton’s Clarence Street Theatre will live up the the show’s themes of inclusivity.

On Saturday, August 10 during the 2pm matinee, the Hamilton Operatic Society will run a hearing impaired-friendly show, with a New Zealand Sign … View more
A special performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Hamilton’s Clarence Street Theatre will live up the the show’s themes of inclusivity.

On Saturday, August 10 during the 2pm matinee, the Hamilton Operatic Society will run a hearing impaired-friendly show, with a New Zealand Sign Language interpreters on the side of the stage signing throughout.

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139 days ago

Poll: Would you try ultra-distance cycling?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 daysView more
While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 days and seven of those have just been spent covering 1534.36 kilometres of New Zealand roads.

Is ultra-distance cycling something you'd ever try? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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139 days ago

Aged Care Employee Day

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View more
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

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150 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69.2% Yes, always ask
    69.2% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2789 votes
140 days ago

Poll: Would you like to live near The Base?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

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A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

Would you like to live in this area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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140 days ago

Poll: Would you like to live near The Base?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

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A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

Would you like to live in this area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you like to live near The Base?
  • 11.1% Yes
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  • 11.1% Maybe
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  • 77.8% No
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27 votes
140 days ago

Poll: Do you want Hamilton Airport to go international again?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Rumours Hamilton Airport is lining up a new international carrier to fly in and out of the city are just that, according to airport chief executive Mark Morgan.

A recent social media conversation alluded that a number of different international players were thinking of heading to Hamilton, … View more
Rumours Hamilton Airport is lining up a new international carrier to fly in and out of the city are just that, according to airport chief executive Mark Morgan.

A recent social media conversation alluded that a number of different international players were thinking of heading to Hamilton, including Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and China Airlines, after locals spotted Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) and Aviation Security staff doing the rounds.

Do you think our airport should go international? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you want Hamilton Airport to go international again?
  • 84.7% Yes
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  • 6.8% Maybe
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59 votes
140 days ago

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

The Team at Bosch eBike Systems
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140 days ago

Poll: Have you been watching the Olympics?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Today was all about the Olympic men’s 100m race, which US sprinter Noah Lyles won by just .005 seconds.

It took about 30 seconds after the finish for Lyles to find out he'd beaten Kishane Thompson of Jamaica.

Have you been tuning in?

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Have you been watching the Olympics?
  • 27.3% Yes, watching everything I can
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  • 27.3% For some sports
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  • 45.5% No
    45.5% Complete
22 votes
144 days ago

What will you spend your tax cut on?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.

Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.
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From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.

Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.

Do you have plans for your tax cut money? Let us know in the comments below (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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141 days ago

Poll: Would you do this kind of Hobbiton tour?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind … View more
Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind the scenes? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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141 days ago

Poll: Do you think the health system is understaffed?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.

Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there… View more
Hundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.

Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there was high turnover and she was one of few seniors.

Does our health system need more staff, in your opinion? Let us know your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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Do you think the health system is understaffed?
  • 96% Yes
    96% Complete
  • 0% No
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  • 4% Not really sure
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