Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

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366 days ago

Poll: Are you a Lord of The Rings fan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The famous sign on the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house states emphatically “No admittance - except on party business”.

Bilbo might not have been there to partake himself, but a glorious party, complete with star-studded guest list, was held in Hobbiton on Tuesday night. The occasion was the … View more
The famous sign on the gate to Bilbo Baggins’ house states emphatically “No admittance - except on party business”.

Bilbo might not have been there to partake himself, but a glorious party, complete with star-studded guest list, was held in Hobbiton on Tuesday night. The occasion was the release of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.


Are you a Lord of The Rings fan? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you a Lord of The Rings fan?
  • 18.4% Yes
    18.4% Complete
  • 13.2% I don't mind it
    13.2% Complete
  • 68.4% No
    68.4% Complete
38 votes
363 days ago

Get amongst it this festive season

Triton Hearing

At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every … View more
At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every story, and every cheer like never before.

This festive season, don’t just be present - be at the heart of the fun.

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363 days ago

Special Children's Christmas Parties in Waikato

Special Children's Christmas Parties

Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas … View more
Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Waikato event at Mystery Creek recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.

Special Children's Christmas Parties have been organising these events for over 25 years across a number of main centres throughout New Zealand.
Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.

The annual event is made possible by many local businesses supporting this event including Neighbourly.co.nz.
To be a part of this special event next year, please contact Aidan Belsham - Aidan@scevents.co.nz
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366 days ago

Garage Sale at Liston Crescent, Hillcrest, Hamilton

Janet from Hillcrest

Big Clearance Sale for all new and used household and gardening items.

Date & Time:
Saturday, 14 December 2024, 8-10:30 am
Sunday, 15 December 2024, 8-10:30 am

Location: Liston Crescent, Hillcrest, Hamilton ~ please look out for the garage sale sign on the day.

Note: welcome to … View more
Big Clearance Sale for all new and used household and gardening items.

Date & Time:
Saturday, 14 December 2024, 8-10:30 am
Sunday, 15 December 2024, 8-10:30 am

Location: Liston Crescent, Hillcrest, Hamilton ~ please look out for the garage sale sign on the day.

Note: welcome to contact me beforehand if you are interested in any big item. Thank you.

Living room - 3+2+1 sofa set, armchair, display cabinet, solid wood coffee table, glass TV cabinet, CRT TV, CD rack, dehumidifier, bookshelves etc.
Kitchen - dinning table & chairs, fridge, microwave, coffee machine, coffee grinder, freestanding ceramic stove and oven, pots, frying/sauce pans, plates, utensils, kettles, storage containers, bakeware, glassware, jug, mugs, chopping boards, knives, sports bottles, thermos, grill, cup holder, serving plates, toaster, convection oven etc.
Study room - study desks at various sizes, office chairs, table lamps, 3 tiers small bookshelves, 5 tiers big bookshelves, computer desks, office round meeting tables, office drawers, lots ring binders, lots document holders etc.
Bedroom - 3x single bed , 1x king single, 2x king bed, 2x dressing table with mirror and drawers, 2x bedside tables, linens, blankets, pillows, duvets, bedsheets, pillowcases, duvet covers etc.
Bathroom - towels, bathmats, storage racks etc.
Garage - 5x bicycles, wood chipper, leaf blower/vacuum, tools, new small chainsaw, trampoline, petrol lawn mower, 2x petrol plastic containers, outdoor chairs, old shower door, old wooden door.
Others - rubbish bins, vacuum cleaners.

365 days ago

New year, new look?

Resene

Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories. Find out more

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366 days ago

What do you think about the Commerce Commission's court action?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Daniel Nada wanders the supermarket aisles with calculator in hand and still remembers the two tubes of toothpaste that cost several times what he was expecting.

The budget-conscious shopper is a regular at Hamilton’s Pak’nSave Mill Street, which in the gun for Commerce Commission court … View more
Daniel Nada wanders the supermarket aisles with calculator in hand and still remembers the two tubes of toothpaste that cost several times what he was expecting.

The budget-conscious shopper is a regular at Hamilton’s Pak’nSave Mill Street, which in the gun for Commerce Commission court action for alleged inaccurate pricing and misleading specials.

What do you think about the Commerce Commission's court action? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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394 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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371 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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395 days ago

Who do you want to nominate?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View more
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.

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367 days ago

Ryman brings Christmas cheer

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View more
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.

Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.

Click read more for the full story.

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388 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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367 days ago

Have you shown us your Christmas tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.

With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!

Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Enter now

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374 days ago

Poll: Are quality products on the decline?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?

Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!

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Are quality products on the decline?
  • 92.3% Yes
    92.3% Complete
  • 7.1% No
    7.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
1721 votes
368 days ago

Poll: Did you go to your town's Christmas parade?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Dozens of floats were part of Hamilton’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, capturing the imagination of children who lined Anglesea Street.

As the First Credit Union Christmas Parade organisers pitched it: “join us to see crazy characters, lively marching bands, dance group, ethnic groups, … View more
Dozens of floats were part of Hamilton’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, capturing the imagination of children who lined Anglesea Street.

As the First Credit Union Christmas Parade organisers pitched it: “join us to see crazy characters, lively marching bands, dance group, ethnic groups, characters, amazing character balloons, and of course Santa Claus!”

Did you go to your town's Christmas parade? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did you go to your town's Christmas parade?
  • 5% Yes
    5% Complete
  • 95% No
    95% Complete
20 votes
368 days ago

Poll: What would you like to see happen at Whitianga's wharf?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

With summer hordes about to descend on the Coromandel, one of the region’s busiest wharfs is set for an upgrade as Whitianga grapples with juggling growing tourist numbers alongside commercial and charter boats.

However, between the cost of $12.5 million for a new pier, a controversial plan to… View more
With summer hordes about to descend on the Coromandel, one of the region’s busiest wharfs is set for an upgrade as Whitianga grapples with juggling growing tourist numbers alongside commercial and charter boats.

However, between the cost of $12.5 million for a new pier, a controversial plan to move a waterfront playground in favour of trailer parking and perhaps also the wellbeing of local sealife, not everyone is chuffed with the plan.

What would you like to see happen at Whitianga's wharf? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What would you like to see happen at Whitianga's wharf?
  • 50% Separate pier for tourism purposes
    50% Complete
  • 50% Extend current wharf, adding a dedicated charter and tourist boat berth
    50% Complete
  • 0% Something else
    0% Complete
10 votes
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