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54 days ago

Join us at our Walk in Wednesdays

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in October and November, 10am - 3pm and experience the Ryman lifestyle that awaits.

Learn about our living options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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59 days ago

Clams create a construction water challenge

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Pest clams have created a challenge for NZTA as it prepares to extend the Waikato Expressway to Piarere.

The project will need water and Lake Karāpiro’s a nearby source - but it’s also infiltrated by gold clams, first found in the Waikato River in May 2023.

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62 days ago

Poll: Is there a spot like this that has been bothering you?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A mystery sprayer has taken it into their own hands to highlight the state of a Hamilton road.

Obviously frustrated by Te Rapa Road’s condition, they’ve grabbed the yellow spray paint.

Is there a spot like this that has been bothering you? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if … View more
A mystery sprayer has taken it into their own hands to highlight the state of a Hamilton road.

Obviously frustrated by Te Rapa Road’s condition, they’ve grabbed the yellow spray paint.

Is there a spot like this that has been bothering you? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Is there a spot like this that has been bothering you?
  • 90% Yes
    90% Complete
  • 10% No
    10% Complete
20 votes
56 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

Audio Recovery Stories

Hear how some of our members came to find a solution to their food obsession in Addictive Eaters Anonymous.

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56 days ago

What do you think of this scholarship opportunity?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As a child, Ben McMorran noticed a girl at his school was getting out of class by taking piano lessons.

Thinking, “I want some of that”, he began a musical journey that would eventually see him win the 2025 Six60 scholarship.

The Six60 scholarship package for McMorran includes a rent … View more
As a child, Ben McMorran noticed a girl at his school was getting out of class by taking piano lessons.

Thinking, “I want some of that”, he began a musical journey that would eventually see him win the 2025 Six60 scholarship.

The Six60 scholarship package for McMorran includes a rent rebate to the value of $10,000 for tenancy at 660 Castle Street, full access to the university’s recording studio, and mentorship and guidance from members of Six60.

What do you think of this scholarship opportunity? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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56 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the clean-up push?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton councillors have voted unanimously for a cleaner city.

At a recent council meeting councillors voted to consider ways to tackle illegal dumping and funding for future initiatives as part of its 2025 annual plan.

Do you agree with the councillors? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View more
Hamilton councillors have voted unanimously for a cleaner city.

At a recent council meeting councillors voted to consider ways to tackle illegal dumping and funding for future initiatives as part of its 2025 annual plan.

Do you agree with the councillors? 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 agree with the clean-up push?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Not sure
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
56 days ago

Poll: Are you pleased with this Waikato med school news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

City leaders are hailing a significant milestone in the region’s quest to establish the country’s third medical school in Waikato.

The Government at the weekend gave the project a green light when it announced that an initial cost-benefit analysis to establish a third medical school based at… View more
City leaders are hailing a significant milestone in the region’s quest to establish the country’s third medical school in Waikato.

The Government at the weekend gave the project a green light when it announced that an initial cost-benefit analysis to establish a third medical school based at the University of Waikato had been completed and had been found to provide confidence for the project to progress to a full business case.

Are you pleased with this Waikato med school news? 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 pleased with this Waikato med school news?
  • 89.5% Yes
    89.5% Complete
  • 2.6% Not really fussed
    2.6% Complete
  • 7.9% No
    7.9% Complete
38 votes
63 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.5% I love it!
    26.5% Complete
  • 31.4% Only in designated areas
    31.4% Complete
  • 42.1% No, it should be outdoors only.
    42.1% Complete
4107 votes
58 days ago

New lottery, new home

Heart Foundation Lottery

Soak up the Marlborough sun with the Heart Foundation Lottery.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in breathtaking Blenheim.

Surrounded by stunning mountain views, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen,… View more
Soak up the Marlborough sun with the Heart Foundation Lottery.

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in breathtaking Blenheim.

Surrounded by stunning mountain views, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area.

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

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59 days ago

Makita line trimmer

Paul from Claudelands

Compact and light line trimmer with mains charger.

Price: $80

59 days ago

Money pressure's putting the squeeze on planting initiatives

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

With poor farm-gate returns, ‘non-essential’ restoration work is being put on the back burner.

Catchment restoration work on Waikato farms has halved over the past two years, despite farmers being ‘willing’ to fence off land and waterways.

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59 days ago

Te Rapa petrol station that isn’t as computer says no

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It isn’t quite a petrol station without petrol - but it might as well be - for the next couple of weeks anyway.

The Waikato Times can finally provide an answer to the mystery of why the Mobil petrol station in Te Rapa hasn’t been able to sell petrol - since at least last Friday, according to… View more
It isn’t quite a petrol station without petrol - but it might as well be - for the next couple of weeks anyway.

The Waikato Times can finally provide an answer to the mystery of why the Mobil petrol station in Te Rapa hasn’t been able to sell petrol - since at least last Friday, according to one disgruntled customer.

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59 days ago

Double-duty seed tray

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Make a handy seed tray that can also double as a mini propagator. Finish in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Silvered Grey for a sleek look. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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59 days ago

Garage sale

Rachel from Hamilton East

*** GARAGE SALE ***
Sat 28 Sept *** 7:30am
(please don’t come earlier)

14 Masons Ave Claudelands

- Crockery
- Kitchen & Laundry items
View more
*** GARAGE SALE ***
Sat 28 Sept *** 7:30am
(please don’t come earlier)

14 Masons Ave Claudelands

- Crockery
- Kitchen & Laundry items
- Ornaments
- Books
- Bean bags
- Swing chairs
- Sporting equipment
- Furniture
- Clothing


and much much more!!!!

Please bring bags for taking your goodies home in.
Cash preferred.

Negotiable

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59 days ago

Garage sale

Rachel from Hamilton East

*** GARAGE SALE ***
Sat 28 Sept *** 7:30am
(please don’t come earlier)

14 Masons Ave Claudelands

- Crockery
- Kitchen & Laundry items
View more
*** GARAGE SALE ***
Sat 28 Sept *** 7:30am
(please don’t come earlier)

14 Masons Ave Claudelands

- Crockery
- Kitchen & Laundry items
- Ornaments
- Books
- Bean bags
- Swing chairs
- Sporting equipment
- Furniture
- Clothing


and much much more!!!!

Please bring bags for taking your goodies home in.
Cash preferred.

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