Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

216 days ago

Have you had any dangerous driveway incidents?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.

Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.

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A feisty Hillcrest resident is demanding action after she was bowled by a car, albeit slowly, while walking on a footpath.

Betty Clough was walking along Masters Ave, when she was bumped by a car driving out of the Hillcrest Healthcare parking lot. The carpark is one way in and one way out.

Have you had any dangerous driveway incidents? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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216 days ago

Open Days

Linda Jones Retirement Village

FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 MAY, 10AM - 2PM

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we’d love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse … View more
FRIDAY 16 & SATURDAY 17 MAY, 10AM - 2PM

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we’d love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

Plus, sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 and you won’t pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*

*Participating villages only, Ts & Cs apply.

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216 days ago

Mother’s Day sale final days - Give a gift that lasts all year long

Mags4Gifts

Don't miss your last chance to save up to 35% on magazine subscriptions in our Mother’s Day Sale—perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a well-deserved treat for yourself!

Whether she’s passionate about gardening, inspired by beautiful homes, or loves to keep … View more
Don't miss your last chance to save up to 35% on magazine subscriptions in our Mother’s Day Sale—perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a well-deserved treat for yourself!

Whether she’s passionate about gardening, inspired by beautiful homes, or loves to keep up with the latest entertainment, you’ll find the perfect match at Mags4Gifts.co.nz.

Don't miss out – Mother’s Day is this weekend!

From the team at Mags4Gifts
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217 days ago

Poll: Do you support the petition?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.

After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, … View more
A group fighting to end discrimination against home schooled students competing in secondary schools sports have launched a nation-wide appeal and will soon take their petition to parliament.

After two top young mountain bikers were denied their medals at recent secondary schools competitions, the Home Educators Student Sports Association (HESSA) is asking for a rule change.

Do you support the petition? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you support the petition?
  • 78.9% Yes
    78.9% Complete
  • 5.3% Not sure
    5.3% Complete
  • 15.8% No
    15.8% Complete
19 votes
217 days ago

Are you following the to and fro over a proposed heritage area?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Legal steps are ramping up to fight an appeal by state housing agency Kāinga Ora over designated historic heritage areas (HHAs) in Hamilton.

The Guardians of Claudelands group has quickly raised $10,000 to help argue against Kāinga Ora’s appeal to the Environment Court, which seeks to reduce… View more
Legal steps are ramping up to fight an appeal by state housing agency Kāinga Ora over designated historic heritage areas (HHAs) in Hamilton.

The Guardians of Claudelands group has quickly raised $10,000 to help argue against Kāinga Ora’s appeal to the Environment Court, which seeks to reduce the size of the Claudelands HHA under the city council’s Plan Change 9 (PC9).

Are you following the to and fro over a proposed heritage area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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217 days ago

Poll: What do you reckon about this news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Wellington’s loss is Hamilton’s gain as the Homegrown music festival is set to return to its roots - with the Waikato “the clear choice” in the battle to host the iconic Kiwi music extravaganza.

Festival co-director Andrew Tuck ended months of speculation by confirming on Tuesday morning… View more
Wellington’s loss is Hamilton’s gain as the Homegrown music festival is set to return to its roots - with the Waikato “the clear choice” in the battle to host the iconic Kiwi music extravaganza.

Festival co-director Andrew Tuck ended months of speculation by confirming on Tuesday morning that after 18 years of calling the capital home, Homegrown would be returning to Waikato.

What do you reckon about this news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you reckon about this news?
  • 79.2% It's great!
    79.2% Complete
  • 12.5% What's Homegrown?
    12.5% Complete
  • 8.3% Other (explain in the comments)
    8.3% Complete
24 votes
218 days ago

Poll: Have you come across Kirsty and her camera at the dog park?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

For two decades, Kirsty Lyall has been snapping shots of other people’s dogs - all for the love of a lick and a pat.

The 54-year-old and her trusty Pentax camera are often found at Hamilton’s Days Park on Saturdays, capturing pooches racing up and down from the beach and burning off some … View more
For two decades, Kirsty Lyall has been snapping shots of other people’s dogs - all for the love of a lick and a pat.

The 54-year-old and her trusty Pentax camera are often found at Hamilton’s Days Park on Saturdays, capturing pooches racing up and down from the beach and burning off some energy.

Have you come across Kirsty and her camera at the dog park? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you come across Kirsty and her camera at the dog park?
  • 10% Yes
    10% Complete
  • 90% No
    90% Complete
10 votes
225 days ago

What historical moment lives on in your memory?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Everyone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.

If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you … View more
Everyone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.

If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you remember most about that moment?

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218 days ago

NZSL (New Zealand Sign Language) Week 5th - 11th May

Jean from Tauwhare

Many Deaf people and children celebrate their first language - NZSL this week. Let's learn each day of the sign word of the day. Today - Figs. There is no sign language for Fig, and I am a deaf linguist who uses similar India Sign Language (note they use two hands). I borrowed sign language on… View moreMany Deaf people and children celebrate their first language - NZSL this week. Let's learn each day of the sign word of the day. Today - Figs. There is no sign language for Fig, and I am a deaf linguist who uses similar India Sign Language (note they use two hands). I borrowed sign language on loan and used one-hand signs. Here are two photos, but fortunately, I could not download the video here. In the first photo, use your fingers and thumbs close together and move upward in the shape of a tip. In the second photo, open your hand like a flower opening. Then, the sign moves upward as a tip, then downward by turning the hand upside down and opening it like a flower. I hope this makes sense for you to learn. Update I made two video clips under YouTube.
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218 days ago

Poll: Do you think Auckland should chip in for the train service?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A proposed “gamechanger” Sunday service for Te Huia would be part-funded by Auckland if Waikato Regional Council had its way.

There’s a little over a year left in the trial of the inter-regional rail service, meaning start-up funding from NZ Transport Agency is due to dry up mid-2026.

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A proposed “gamechanger” Sunday service for Te Huia would be part-funded by Auckland if Waikato Regional Council had its way.

There’s a little over a year left in the trial of the inter-regional rail service, meaning start-up funding from NZ Transport Agency is due to dry up mid-2026.

Do you think Auckland should chip in for the train service? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think Auckland should chip in for the train service?
  • 82.6% Yes
    82.6% Complete
  • 8.7% Not sure
    8.7% Complete
  • 8.7% No
    8.7% Complete
23 votes
218 days ago

The retirement we all dream of

metlife

Kia ora team
Thinking about retirement? Maybe you’re already retired, you’re close to it, or you’re just dreaming of it in the distant future… Check out Stuff’s continuing partnership with Metlifecare, The Good Life.

This time, we’ve looked at the … View more
Kia ora team
Thinking about retirement? Maybe you’re already retired, you’re close to it, or you’re just dreaming of it in the distant future… Check out Stuff’s continuing partnership with Metlifecare, The Good Life.

This time, we’ve looked at the nutrient we should be focusing on as we age (and no, it’s not the carbs v fat debate!) plus some luxury rail travel - with gourmet food.

We also feature a fabulous 80s band, by which we mean the youngest member is 80!

Joanna Davis
Homed Editor
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218 days ago

Converse boot

Al from Rototuna North

Worn once. Literally!
THESE ARE LIKE NEW.

Bought as a gift for my daughter who does not like them. 🥲

I paid $179 but I will take $100 if sold fast.

Please only serious buyers.
I am in Rototuna. We will consider offers if fast sale.

Price: $100

218 days ago

Framed print

Al from Rototuna North

Beautiful print
59cmX67cm

We will consider offers for fast sale

Price: $100

218 days ago

Star Wars characters

Al from Rototuna North

Barely played with as on a shelf.
I believe the make is a type of Lego?!
Came with us from the UK.
They clip together and come apart.
All joints bend etc
Very good quality.

$25 each so tell me which you want or $100 for all 5.
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Barely played with as on a shelf.
I believe the make is a type of Lego?!
Came with us from the UK.
They clip together and come apart.
All joints bend etc
Very good quality.

$25 each so tell me which you want or $100 for all 5.

Chewbacca is around 30cm tall
Other characters 26cm

I will consider reasonable offers

Price: $25

218 days ago

Disney prints in beautiful frames

Al from Rototuna North

Beautiful prints in lovely frames.
Came from the UK
Excellent condition
Hung in the nursery.
Around 48cm X 38cm
$60 for one or $100 for both
I will consider reasonable offers

Price: $60

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