Posts by Waikato Times
2398 days ago

Poll: What do you think of a 48 hour ban for tourist drivers?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,
A South Waikato District councillor has called for a ban on tourists driving for 48 hours after they arrive in the country in order to reduce crashes.
Putaruru Councillor Herman van Rooijen said it didn't make sense for "people to come into New Zealand, that are used to driving on the other side of the road, to then hop into a car after a long flight".
Read more here
So what do you think of this ban?

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What do you think of a 48 hour ban for tourist drivers?
  • 45.8% I think it could work
    45.8% Complete
  • 42% I think it would be impracticable to implement
    42% Complete
  • 11.5% I don't think it would work because foreign drivers cause fewer accidents than K
    11.5% Complete
  • 0.8% Other, comment below
    0.8% Complete
131 votes
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7 hours ago

Poll: Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Waikato farmers are leading the way! 🚜🐄 With exports booming and "stellar seasons" on the books, our farmers are pumping value back into the region.

Even with a cautious approach to spending, the benefits are slowly making their way into the local economy.

We want to know: Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?

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Are you feeling more optimistic about our local economy lately?
  • 0% Yes, definitely!
    0% Complete
  • 0% Getting there...
    0% Complete
  • 0% Still waiting to see it.
    0% Complete
0 votes
1 day ago

🧩😏 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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22 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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