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295 days ago

Which Waikato roads do you want on the priority project list?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The Cambridge-Piarere expressway and the Southern Links roading project are now formally on the Government’s priority list - but funding and timing remain uncertain.

They’ve been included in 15 new roads of national significance (RoNS) announced by the Government on Monday, along with the … View more
The Cambridge-Piarere expressway and the Southern Links roading project are now formally on the Government’s priority list - but funding and timing remain uncertain.

They’ve been included in 15 new roads of national significance (RoNS) announced by the Government on Monday, along with the Tauriko west SH29 project near Tauranga.

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293 days ago

What do you make of Hamilton's 4-star hotel news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The developers behind parts of Auckland's Viaduct have spotted Hamilton's potential and they're putting their money where their mouth is with a $120 million hotel, retail and residential development downtown.

The resulting 10 storey-plus high end hotel development is set to … View more
The developers behind parts of Auckland's Viaduct have spotted Hamilton's potential and they're putting their money where their mouth is with a $120 million hotel, retail and residential development downtown.

The resulting 10 storey-plus high end hotel development is set to supercharge Hamilton’s CBD and link hotspots including the new Waikato Regional Theatre and Victoria on the River.

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294 days ago

Neighbourly Q&A: The Garden Guru

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Can't make your roses sing? Wanting to know when to start planting your broccoli? We are kicking off our Q&A series with Jo McCarroll in the hot seat answering questions on all things gardening from 9am Friday.

As well as being the author of Vege Patch From Scratch, Jo is also the … View more
Can't make your roses sing? Wanting to know when to start planting your broccoli? We are kicking off our Q&A series with Jo McCarroll in the hot seat answering questions on all things gardening from 9am Friday.

As well as being the author of Vege Patch From Scratch, Jo is also the editor of NZ Gardener magazine and has been for 15 years. She is looking forward to answering your gardening questions.

Whether you're dipping your toe in the soil or have seasoned green fingers, we welcome you to...
↓ Share your question with our gardening guru below... ↓

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293 days ago

Happy International Women's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to … View more
Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to brighten your household bills!

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293 days ago

Ryman Care - Your Free Guide

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home … View more
Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home care, and most also offer hospital and specialist dementia care.

Our assisted living apartments are in the heart of the village and include services like housekeeping and chef-prepared meals to make life easier.

Discover the kindness and comfort of Ryman care, request your free copy today.

Click read more for your free guide.

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293 days ago

Laundry love

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Banish plastic and add style with painted cane and wicker baskets in your laundry in your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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293 days ago

Are you into niche alcohol, tastings or cocktail classes?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A boutique bottle store with a side of cocktail classes and a “tavern tasting room” is setting up shop in Made.

Neat is the brainchild of Alex Hudson, owner of Hamilton’s famous cocktail venue Wonder Horse.

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297 days ago

Do you think Waiuku could get a wind farm?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A proposal to build 13 giant wind turbines up to 190m high on north Waikato coastal land has shocked locals who said they had been blind-sided by the plans which were “fast tracked“ under the Covid-19 Recovery Act.

The Waiuku Wind Farm proposal is being assessed by an independent panel of … View more
A proposal to build 13 giant wind turbines up to 190m high on north Waikato coastal land has shocked locals who said they had been blind-sided by the plans which were “fast tracked“ under the Covid-19 Recovery Act.

The Waiuku Wind Farm proposal is being assessed by an independent panel of experts after it was cleared for fast-tracking by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in December last year.

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294 days ago

A note about community mail theft

The Team from Waikato Police

Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
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Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
✉️ Install security cameras and/or security camera messaging near your letterbox or front of property
✉️ Where practical, consider click and collect over delivery
✉️ Send parcels to a work address or ensuring you're home when they arrive
✉️ Contact Police (111 for immediate issues or 105 if it is after the fact) if you see people loitering around vehicles or looking into car windows
✉️ Engage in neighbourhood groups so more people can keep an eye out for suspicious activity

These tips are being shared after a 44-year-old woman will appear in Pukekohe District Court on 28 March charged with theft.
An alleged mail thief in the Pukekohe area has hand-delivered herself into Police, following assistance from the community.
Counties Manukau South Senior Sergeant MJ Riddle says Police were aware of locals discussing a mail theft on social media. A report was made to Police at the time in January and had included enough detail including CCTV footage and a vehicle of interest. Following Police enquiries, the woman has brought herself into the Pukekohe Police Station a few days later.

“This is a great result for the community and a timely reminder to the public to continue reporting any thefts from letterboxes.”
Senior Sergeant Riddle says
“Our community should be able to receive parcels and mail without concern of interference but unfortunately there are people in our communities who take advantage of opportunities to commit thefts from mail boxes and front porches."

“We encourage anyone who has been the victim of dishonesty offending to report it as soon as possible,” she says."

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294 days ago

Fueling Career Opportunities with Welding Courses...

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

Fraser ACE is igniting career paths with its welding courses, catering to the demand for our community to upskill. Tailored to diverse skill levels, ACE's program offers hands-on training in various welding techniques, from basic to more advanced. Instructors bring industry expertise to the … View moreFraser ACE is igniting career paths with its welding courses, catering to the demand for our community to upskill. Tailored to diverse skill levels, ACE's program offers hands-on training in various welding techniques, from basic to more advanced. Instructors bring industry expertise to the classroom, ensuring students gain practical skills and confidence.

The program's welding lab provides a safe learning environment. Beyond technical skills, ACE fosters a supportive community. As interest in skilled trades grows, ACE remains committed to empowering individuals with the confidence needed for future training or a rewarding career in welding.

Spark Your Passion!
Explore our courses

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295 days ago

Could our dream of pest-free tomatoes come true?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

"What I have harvested from that greenhouse this year, that’s the cleanest crop I have ever grown. No whitefly at all. It’s pretty exciting,” says Anthony Tringham, who grows heirloom tomatoes commercially under the brand Curious Croppers, in Clevedon, Auckland

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296 days ago

Is Hamilton (& the Waikato) ready for high fashion, do you think?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Jacqueline Roper has travelled the world in her fashion career, and of all the places she’s been, Hamilton is one of the least interested in haute couture fashion. But she has a plan to change that.

Working under the brand name Jacqueline Anne, Roper designs high-end fashion, and is preparing … View more
Jacqueline Roper has travelled the world in her fashion career, and of all the places she’s been, Hamilton is one of the least interested in haute couture fashion. But she has a plan to change that.

Working under the brand name Jacqueline Anne, Roper designs high-end fashion, and is preparing a gala at Hamilton Gardens.

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295 days ago

WIN A $50 Gift Card

The Team from NZ Compare

WIN ONE of FIVE $50 Gift Cards - It's only a few clicks away! Simply complete our easy Broadband Survey and unlock your chance to WIN! Start Survey now.

Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a … View more
WIN ONE of FIVE $50 Gift Cards - It's only a few clicks away! Simply complete our easy Broadband Survey and unlock your chance to WIN! Start Survey now.

Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a better understanding of your experience with your current broadband provider. Let your voice be heard.
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296 days ago

Did you know about the citizenship ceremony privacy breach?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Proudly clutching their certificates after a ceremony, new citizens probably didn’t realise that photos the council was taking could have opened the door for scammers.

In a privacy breach that spanned six years and thousands of photos, people who downloaded the images from the the Hamilton … View more
Proudly clutching their certificates after a ceremony, new citizens probably didn’t realise that photos the council was taking could have opened the door for scammers.

In a privacy breach that spanned six years and thousands of photos, people who downloaded the images from the the Hamilton City Council website could have zoomed in to see details including full names and dates of birth.

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296 days ago

EarthDiverse bus trip to the Auckland Art Gallery

todd from EarthDiverse

Enjoy Art? Join EarthDiverse, and local artists, writers and lecturers Peter Dornauf, MA and Norman Franke, PhD for a wonderful day excursion to the Auckland Art Gallery and a guided tour of the Gothic Art exhibition entitled GOTHIC RETURNS: FUSELI TO FOMINSON. Loosely termed ‘gothic’ the … View moreEnjoy Art? Join EarthDiverse, and local artists, writers and lecturers Peter Dornauf, MA and Norman Franke, PhD for a wonderful day excursion to the Auckland Art Gallery and a guided tour of the Gothic Art exhibition entitled GOTHIC RETURNS: FUSELI TO FOMINSON. Loosely termed ‘gothic’ the exhibition embraces everything from horror stories to hauntings and everything in between. Hitchcock was a master at conjuring these demons in film, but artists from the romantic period through to the present have dipped their brush into that dark inky world and danced with the devil of the ghoulish, the spooky and the downright unnerving. Participants can choose to explore some artwork of the AAG's permanent collection, particularly the restored Brueghel the Younger painting ('The Village Fair') and can have some free time to explore other parts of the museum, Albert Park and the near-by shops such as Smith & Caughey's or Unity Books.
• When: Saturday 23 March 2024.
• Bus departs 9:00am from in front of the EarthDiverse Centre at 401 Anglesea Street and returns around 6:00pm.
For more information and registration click the read more link below.
Price includes round-trip bus transport from Hamilton and a guided tour of the Exhibition. Lunch is on your own.

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