Horsham Downs, Hamilton

8 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Friday 13 & Saturday 14 February, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

No need to RSVP, simply drop in on the day.
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Friday 13 & Saturday 14 February, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

No need to RSVP, simply drop in on the day.
Can't join us on these dates? Our doors are always open - get in touch to arrange a time that suits you.

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9 days ago

Obituary: Stan Simmons, 1940-2025

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Of the 30 or so kaumātua who attended the weekly social and cultural events of the Rauawaawa Kaumātua Charitable Trust, Stan Simmons was by far the best dancer.

He was "the first on the dance floor to grab the ladies" at the annual Matariki dance, "he was the only gentleman … View more
Of the 30 or so kaumātua who attended the weekly social and cultural events of the Rauawaawa Kaumātua Charitable Trust, Stan Simmons was by far the best dancer.

He was "the first on the dance floor to grab the ladies" at the annual Matariki dance, "he was the only gentleman capable of taking a lady around the whole room".

Stan was a quiet man, a humble man, one of faith and industry, if with a highly competitive streak when it came to sports and games.

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9 days ago

Don't just throw away your laptop

Owner from iFixComputer ifixcomputer.co.nz

If you have slow or not running laptop, bring it to us. We can give another life.
We are at 11 Herbert road Queenwood.
Ifixcomputer.co.nz

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9 days ago

Review: Iggy Pop retains his raw power in star-studded Taupō show

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

It might have been headlined by the grand old grandparents of punk rock, but there were plenty of granddaughters and grandsons in the crowd for this year's iteration of the Greenstone Summer Concert at the Taupō Amphitheatre.

The cross-generational appeal of Iggy Pop and Joan Jett was … View more
It might have been headlined by the grand old grandparents of punk rock, but there were plenty of granddaughters and grandsons in the crowd for this year's iteration of the Greenstone Summer Concert at the Taupō Amphitheatre.

The cross-generational appeal of Iggy Pop and Joan Jett was underscored by a big contingent of teenagers deliriously pogo-ing away, as old grey-heads standing next to them sagely nodded their noggins in time to the music.

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9 days ago

Poll: Do you remember the Telecom Classic Motorfest?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Ratepayers old enough to recall when the city played host to a round of the V8s will remember the fallout continued for some time after that, casting a shadow over more than one political career.

But there is a happier tale to be told about Hamilton street racing - with minimal ticket costs, … View more
Ratepayers old enough to recall when the city played host to a round of the V8s will remember the fallout continued for some time after that, casting a shadow over more than one political career.

But there is a happier tale to be told about Hamilton street racing - with minimal ticket costs, profits going to charity, and vintage and classic cars showcased.

Do you remember the Telecom Classic Motorfest? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you remember the Telecom Classic Motorfest?
  • 53.3% Yes
    53.3% Complete
  • 46.7% No
    46.7% Complete
15 votes
9 days ago

What do you think about this Raglan news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Top international surfers will take on Raglan’s waves in 2026, in what has been described as “the biggest elite surfing event ever staged in New Zealand”.

The Waikato town will serve as the fourth stop on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour, which features 12 locations worldwide.… View more
Top international surfers will take on Raglan’s waves in 2026, in what has been described as “the biggest elite surfing event ever staged in New Zealand”.

The Waikato town will serve as the fourth stop on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour, which features 12 locations worldwide.

What do you think about this Raglan news? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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10 days ago

Controversial Flagstaff site to sell

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Kāinga Ora will sell a site formerly earmarked for a controversial 60-home social-housing development in Hamilton.

The country’s largest residential landlord confirmed to the Waikato Times that the Flagstaff site would change hands when a buyer was found, a move a developer said reflected the… View more
Kāinga Ora will sell a site formerly earmarked for a controversial 60-home social-housing development in Hamilton.

The country’s largest residential landlord confirmed to the Waikato Times that the Flagstaff site would change hands when a buyer was found, a move a developer said reflected the “incredibly difficult” struggle to deliver affordable housing.

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13 days ago

Garden to Bouquet in our Cambridge & Hamilton East SPCA Op Shops! 🌸

The Team from SPCA Hamilton - Centre & Op Shops

Our Waikato team has been making the most of their summer garden, growing gorgeous posies and grouping them into beautiful bouquets for our SPCA Op Shop 💐

Last week they were available in Cambridge, and this week in Hamilton East. These bouquets have been brightening homes in the local … View more
Our Waikato team has been making the most of their summer garden, growing gorgeous posies and grouping them into beautiful bouquets for our SPCA Op Shop 💐

Last week they were available in Cambridge, and this week in Hamilton East. These bouquets have been brightening homes in the local community, as well as raising extra funds for animals in need 🐾

Thank you, Tania and the team! 🙏

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14 days ago

Righten Your Day with DIY Painted Lawn Games

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Let the games begin! Family young and old will be entertained with lawn games that can brighten up your day. Find out how to create and paint your own outdoor games with these easy step by step instructions.

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14 days ago

Eyewitness dived out of path of campground slip

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

An Australian tourist has described his terrifying escape from the Mount Maunganui landslide, saying he was swimming in a pool when a caravan smashed through a cinder block wall and crashed down beside him.

Speaking to Stuff reporter Tony Wall, the survivor Sonny Worrall from Newcastle, said he … View more
An Australian tourist has described his terrifying escape from the Mount Maunganui landslide, saying he was swimming in a pool when a caravan smashed through a cinder block wall and crashed down beside him.

Speaking to Stuff reporter Tony Wall, the survivor Sonny Worrall from Newcastle, said he had to dive into the next pool to avoid being struck.

Multiple people are missing after a major land slide wiped out parts of a camp site at the base of Mauao in Mount Maunganui, police have confirmed.

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15 days ago

Scam Alert: Text scam

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌

Report to Department of Internal … View more
If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link!

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us ❌

Report to Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) for free by forwarding to 7726.

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15 days ago

Antique model train

Kirk from Taupiri

This a Sakai train which is a Japanese copy of a Lionel train all runs we’ll video is available on request

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16 days ago

How many cops police Huntly?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Police are refusing to disclose how many full-time equivalent (FTE) cops are based in Huntly, citing concerns over crime prevention.

Figures released to Waikato Times under the Official Information Act shed light on Waikato’s police staffing gaps as of November 2025.

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17 days ago

Exciting times as BNZ Theatre hosts first show

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

There was a palpable sense of elation at the BNZ Theatre on Monday night as the doors opened to the public for the $80 million venue’s inaugural production.

For almost everyone who comprised the full house attending the locally-made showcase, To The Stars/Ki Ngā Whetū, it was their first … View more
There was a palpable sense of elation at the BNZ Theatre on Monday night as the doors opened to the public for the $80 million venue’s inaugural production.

For almost everyone who comprised the full house attending the locally-made showcase, To The Stars/Ki Ngā Whetū, it was their first proper glimpse of the theatre’s main auditorium - an environment carefully kept hidden from public sight until Monday night’s “big reveal”.

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16 days ago

Poll: Do you think the housing market is bouncing back?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato’s housing market has turned a corner and is now well on its way to recovery as new data shows home values on the up and strong long-term returns for homeowners.

While data from QV showed current prices remained below the 2022 peak, home values in Waikato saw a 2.3% increase over the … View more
Waikato’s housing market has turned a corner and is now well on its way to recovery as new data shows home values on the up and strong long-term returns for homeowners.

While data from QV showed current prices remained below the 2022 peak, home values in Waikato saw a 2.3% increase over the three months ending in December and a 0.4% increase on the previous year.

Do you think the housing market is bouncing back?

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Do you think the housing market is bouncing back?
  • 47.6% Yes
    47.6% Complete
  • 52.4% No
    52.4% Complete
21 votes
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