245 days ago

What are your thoughts on the All Black squad named for the tests against France?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

As one Australian-born Chiefs prop prepares to pack his bags and move across the Tasman to pursue a potential test future with the Wallabies, another is relieved he stayed in New Zealand after earning a “shock” All Blacks call-up.

Sydney-born loosehead Ollie Norris was among five new faces named in the 33-man squad for next month’s three-test series against France – the main beneficiary of veteran Ofa Tuʻungafasi’s neck injury.

What are your thoughts on the All Black squad named for the tests against France?

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🧩😏 Riddle me this, Neighbours…

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even. What number am I?

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2 days ago

Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!

William Hansby Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.

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8 hours ago

Bargain or big risk? Crown puts Huntly subsidence home on the market

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Crown-owned subsidence property has come on the market, but whether potential buyers reckon it’s a bargain or risky buy is yet to be seen.

While some might view the Huntly east property as a bargain, Huntly real estate agents reckoned living on top of the mining zone makes some buyers nervous they’re going to “just sink one day”. Although, the agents are fairly confident the area is safe.

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