Horotiu, Hamilton

257 days ago

We need Volunteer Area Coordinators for our SPCA Street Appeal 2025!

The Team from SPCA Hamilton - Centre & Op Shops

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?

We're seeking … View more
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute your time to a cause that truly matters?

We're seeking Volunteer Area Coordinators to help organize collection sites and volunteer collectors in your area for SPCA Fill the Bucket appeal on Friday 30 May and Saturday 31 May.

SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Appeal is a vital fundraising event that directly supports our mission to protect and care for animals across New Zealand. As an Area Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring its success by assisting our Events Team with volunteer management, overseeing rosters, and coordinating collection sites in your designated area.

This year's Street Appeal takes place on Friday, May 30th and Saturday May 31st. If you're passionate about making a difference, we’d love to have you on board!

Click the link below to find out more and apply!

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258 days ago

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More Waikato people than ever are being chased for unpaid rates.

And while a tiny locale is leading the charge, Hamilton says sovereign citizens are fueling the problem.

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

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258 days ago

Beach hop transporting the Coromandel back to the future

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Dust off the blue suede shoes, pull out the petticoats and grease back the hair as 25 years of Repco Beach Hop is celebrated over the next five days.

Over 2000 cars will converge on the Coromandel for the festival that transports people back to the 50s and 60s.

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258 days ago

Poll: Do you think these homes should have heritage protection?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will … View more
The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will help build more homes.

Do you think these homes should have heritage protection? 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 these homes should have heritage protection?
  • 21.9% Yes
    21.9% Complete
  • 78.1% No
    78.1% Complete
32 votes
259 days ago

Receive a $15,000* bucket list adventure on us!

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating … View more
Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating villages only, terms & conditions apply.

Click read more to find out more.

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259 days ago

Poll: Have hard times led to closures in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Tokoroa’s “social supermarket” has quietly closed its doors after its founder could not afford to keep it running any longer.

Opened in August 2022 by Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer David Letele and his BBM (Buttabean Motivation) health charity, the social … View more
Tokoroa’s “social supermarket” has quietly closed its doors after its founder could not afford to keep it running any longer.

Opened in August 2022 by Auckland-based community leader and former professional boxer David Letele and his BBM (Buttabean Motivation) health charity, the social supermarket handed out the last of its supplies not long after Christmas.

Have hard times led to closures in your area? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have hard times led to closures in your area?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 41.7% Not sure
    41.7% Complete
  • 8.3% No
    8.3% Complete
12 votes
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260 days ago

PT Link internet extender with powe supply

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete Ph 07843 8161

Price: $35

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260 days ago

Netcomm internet signal extenders, 200Mbps and ac pass through

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete
PH 07 843 8161

Price: $65

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260 days ago

Netcomm signal extenders 85Mbps Powerline adaptors

Danny from Pukete

A techno set these up when we had a large multi story home. We have downsized and no long need them.
Pickup is in Pukete

Price: $45

288 days ago

Show us what you've been up to...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Brighten our day, and show us a glimpse into your world, neighbours.

We'd love to see some of the photos you've taken lately or any craft/DIY projects you're working on.

Simply add a photo below 📷🌅 🌻

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266 days ago

Share your favourite mushroom recipes with us!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the May issue.

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263 days ago

Poll: Good morning from the Waikato Times office! Have you been watching the balloons?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

We'll have images from our photographer coming later.
Have you been watching the balloons this week?

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Good morning from the Waikato Times office! Have you been watching the balloons?
  • 45% Yes
    45% Complete
  • 55% No
    55% Complete
40 votes
265 days ago

Poll: Do you like this look?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Fresh images show a Victoria on the River feel is planned for the street outside the new Pullman Hotel in the central city.

It’s part of a big shake-up for one of the CBD’s busiest streets, which is a short walk from the Victoria on the River precinct overlooking the Waikato River.

Do you… View more
Fresh images show a Victoria on the River feel is planned for the street outside the new Pullman Hotel in the central city.

It’s part of a big shake-up for one of the CBD’s busiest streets, which is a short walk from the Victoria on the River precinct overlooking the Waikato River.

Do you like this look? 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 like this look?
  • 68.6% Yes
    68.6% Complete
  • 31.4% No
    31.4% Complete
35 votes
272 days ago

Poll: How do you find the CBD's parking system?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Confusion around central city parking is making it “too hard” for some, “so we don’t come in,” a CBD leader’s been told.

Complaints include a pricing structure that’s hard to get your head around, and that payment kiosks are hard to find and require too many buttons pushes, … View more
Confusion around central city parking is making it “too hard” for some, “so we don’t come in,” a CBD leader’s been told.

Complaints include a pricing structure that’s hard to get your head around, and that payment kiosks are hard to find and require too many buttons pushes, councillors heard.

How do you find the CBD's parking system? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How do you find the CBD's parking system?
  • 8.9% It's fine
    8.9% Complete
  • 10.1% Took some getting used to
    10.1% Complete
  • 81% Too hard for me
    81% Complete
79 votes
263 days ago

Caution around driveways

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.

Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are … View more
Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.

Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are present.
Children move around quickly, and often won’t be seen as you are reversing down your driveway.
Always check your driveway before driving in or out, and make sure you know the whereabouts of any children.
Please use your reversing camera if your vehicle has one installed.
Alternatively, ensure all children not in the vehicle with you are accounted for.

If another adult is at the property, make them responsible for ensuring children are well clear of any moving vehicles.
If there are no other adults present, have a ‘safe spot’ for children to stand and wait for the vehicle to stop moving.
This should be somewhere in view of the driver.
Check your blind spots often, and if you can no longer see a child, stop your vehicle and move them somewhere safe before you continue driving.

If your driveway is close to the children’s play area, consider a fence or gates to separate the play area from the driveway.
You should also take the time to speak to your children about the dangers of moving vehicles and remind them that just because they can see the driver, doesn’t mean the driver can always see them.

Taking those extra few seconds to make sure our tamariki are in a safe space when you drive in and out of your driveway can help prevent so much heartache and trauma.
Remember they don’t understand the potential consequences.

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