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Does your pet have what it takes to melt the hearts of the nation?
The Great NZ Pet Election has launched and we’re on the hunt for NZ’s best pet!
Pick up a copy of the Waikato Times to find out how to nominate your companion then check back every day to see if they are selected as a daily winner! All daily winners will receive a $50 pet store voucher and will qualify towards the grand pet election prize of a $1,000 pet store voucher. Find out more here.
Let the great NZ Pet Election begin!
The team at Waikato Times
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Do you agree that businesses are feeling more positive?
Despite national headlines about sinking business confidence, Waikato Chamber of Commerce members are more positive - at least the small number who shared their thoughts.
In a just released newsletter, the chamber reports “remarkably positive” local survey results for the June quarter in Waikato.
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Poll: Do you think central government should help Maungatautari?
The country’s flagship mainland ecological island project has only two months to find half a million dollars before cutting back its vital conservation work or letting staff go.
The future for Maungatautari Sanctuary Mountain looks increasingly uncertain, with Jobs for Nature funding ending this month, a $150,000 overdraft, and requests for additional support from the Department of Conservation being so far unsuccessful.
“We need central government to come to the table," manager Helen Hughes says.
Do you think central government should step in to help? Tell us about your reasons (and include NFP if you don't want your comments used in print).
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0% Yes
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0% Maybe
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0% No
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0% Not sure
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Poll: Do you enjoy doing home renovations?
An “iconic” Hamilton home overlooking the river on one of the city’s most prestigious streets is on the market after a stunning transformation inside and out.
Located at 28 Awatere Avenue, the 327m2 abode now boasts a brand new exterior, an engineer-designed pool and an interior that has undergone a complete refit.
Do you enjoy doing home renovations? (Please include NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.)
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0% Yes
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0% No
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0% Never tried
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0% I'm ambivalent