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If you’ve ever been kept awake by your neighbours getting a little too enthusiastic between the sheets, don’t expect much help from the Tenancy Tribunal.
A recent ruling suggests that hearing your neighbours having sex may just fall under the umbrella of “everyday living” — awkward as … View moreIf you’ve ever been kept awake by your neighbours getting a little too enthusiastic between the sheets, don’t expect much help from the Tenancy Tribunal.
A recent ruling suggests that hearing your neighbours having sex may just fall under the umbrella of “everyday living” — awkward as that might be.
Nearly a year after her pie won at the Bakels NZ Supreme Awards, Ellie Linton-Brown says she’s still reaping the benefits.
In 2025, her raspberry and rhubarb pie won the Cafe Boutique pie category at the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards, bringing in a flood of new customers to Huntly's Main … View moreNearly a year after her pie won at the Bakels NZ Supreme Awards, Ellie Linton-Brown says she’s still reaping the benefits.
In 2025, her raspberry and rhubarb pie won the Cafe Boutique pie category at the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards, bringing in a flood of new customers to Huntly's Main Street Cafe.
A rev-up of how the city council awards major contracts is under way, with a new subcommittee, a 35-point reform plan, and a promise to be more open.
It follows a damning report on procurement that found … View moreA rev-up of how the city council awards major contracts is under way, with a new subcommittee, a 35-point reform plan, and a promise to be more open.
It follows a damning report on procurement that found several high-value deals were among the $239 million (12%) of Hamilton City Council contract value that did not go through a tender process. The 2024 KPMG report also pointed to weak oversight and staff finding “workarounds”, but was not made public for two years.
A riverside subdivision with dozens of lifestyle blocks, new roads and years of earthworks is proposed for a rural site near Arapuni.
The public can have a say on a bid to turn the 45.6ha block into 81 lots, as South Waikato District Council deemed the effects would be “more than minor”. … View moreA riverside subdivision with dozens of lifestyle blocks, new roads and years of earthworks is proposed for a rural site near Arapuni.
The public can have a say on a bid to turn the 45.6ha block into 81 lots, as South Waikato District Council deemed the effects would be “more than minor”. Planners flagged extensive, extended earthworks and potential impacts on the Waikato River.
Former Hamilton mayor Margaret Evans has blasted the state of the city centre as “appalling”, urging the council to start with a basic clean-up.
Speaking at the inaugural meeting of Hamilton City Council’s Central City Revitalisation sub-committee on Tuesday, Evans said the CBD was … View moreFormer Hamilton mayor Margaret Evans has blasted the state of the city centre as “appalling”, urging the council to start with a basic clean-up.
Speaking at the inaugural meeting of Hamilton City Council’s Central City Revitalisation sub-committee on Tuesday, Evans said the CBD was suffering from “grubby shop-fronts” and general neglect.
How do you reckon Hamilton CBD is looking? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
As the country struggles with rising energy bills and an international oil crisis another piece of a major geothermal power unit is springing into life.
Mercury has taken another step to boost renewable energy supplies with the opening of its fifth Ngā Tamariki geothermal power unit near … View moreAs the country struggles with rising energy bills and an international oil crisis another piece of a major geothermal power unit is springing into life.
Mercury has taken another step to boost renewable energy supplies with the opening of its fifth Ngā Tamariki geothermal power unit near Taupō.
There could be more tea with tigers and other exciting outings on offer at city-owned sites after recent events have council bosses looking at them in a different way.
The idea comes after Waikato Supper Club guests dined at three council-owned locations, enjoying tea with the tigers at Hamilton… View moreThere could be more tea with tigers and other exciting outings on offer at city-owned sites after recent events have council bosses looking at them in a different way.
The idea comes after Waikato Supper Club guests dined at three council-owned locations, enjoying tea with the tigers at Hamilton Zoo, exploring the Air Playground at Waikato Museum, and playing lawn games at Hamilton Gardens.
From student nurse to Village Manager, Ruben Kumar’s journey at Ryman reflects years of dedication, growth, and a passion for caring for others.
Today, as Village Manager, Ruben leads the community with the experience gained from progressing through multiple roles across the organisation.
… View moreFrom student nurse to Village Manager, Ruben Kumar’s journey at Ryman reflects years of dedication, growth, and a passion for caring for others.
Today, as Village Manager, Ruben leads the community with the experience gained from progressing through multiple roles across the organisation.
Click read more to learn more about Ruben's journey at Ryman.
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 … View moreNigel 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.
A retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.
Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to … View moreA retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.
Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to “get over it and sort it out”.
Pirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.
Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this … View morePirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.
Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this year.
The aim is to open the bridge to traffic and reconnect State Highway 39 between Pirongia and Otorohanga by the end of the week.
The popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.
Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell … View moreThe popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.
Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
After a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.
Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for … View moreAfter a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.
Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for about five years now and reckons the centre is struggling to bring in youngsters.
If you're looking for something to boast to your Wellington mates about, here it is.
Waikato shoppers spent more on their cards than those in Wellington for the fifth month in a row in February, a shift payments company Worldline says may signal a milestone in regional consumer spending … View moreIf you're looking for something to boast to your Wellington mates about, here it is.
Waikato shoppers spent more on their cards than those in Wellington for the fifth month in a row in February, a shift payments company Worldline says may signal a milestone in regional consumer spending patterns.
Chiefs star Etene Nanai-Seturo is the latest New Zealand rugby player to join the offshore exodus.
The electric outside back with the big left boot will leave for France at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season after signing a three-year deal with ASM Clermont Auvergne, it was confirmed on … View moreChiefs star Etene Nanai-Seturo is the latest New Zealand rugby player to join the offshore exodus.
The electric outside back with the big left boot will leave for France at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season after signing a three-year deal with ASM Clermont Auvergne, it was confirmed on Monday (NZ time).
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