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An historic dairy farm converted into housing and a retirement village in Morrinsville is the latest sign of “exponential growth” to hit the rural service town.
But the mayor says the town is in a good position to accommodate the expansion.
There’s a saying that goes something like this - the more things change, the more they stay the same - and when it comes to amalgamating the region’s district councils, nothing could be truer.
Talk of amalgamating the Waikato region’s multiple local bodies goes as far back as 1989, when … View moreThere’s a saying that goes something like this - the more things change, the more they stay the same - and when it comes to amalgamating the region’s district councils, nothing could be truer.
Talk of amalgamating the Waikato region’s multiple local bodies goes as far back as 1989, when around 850 around the country were amalgamated into 86 local authorities.
Do you think amalgamating councils would be good for Waikato? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.
Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully … View moreThe city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.
Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully counting dollars, city bean counters are on the hunt for “value capture” tools to help keep up with demand in the growing city.
Do you think this is a good idea? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Cambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.
However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.
Do you want the … View moreCambridge may not have to say goodbye to its historic water tower just yet as the council investigates a new, more affordable, way to preserve it.
However its final fate may rest on the outcome of a new detailed seismic assessment due to be completed by the end of the year.
Do you want the water tower to stay? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.
While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical … View moreThe University of Waikato has taken steps to again help fill the gaps of the struggling health workforce by joining forces with local primary health organisations to help each other train more medics.
While the university awaits a government decision on creating the country’s third medical school, they’ve signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three Waikato-based Primary Health Organisations (PHOs).
What do you think of this move? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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Does anyone have a surplus of oranges they’re willing to share? Or I can swap you for buckets of big feijoas in winter?
I have a sick child and have read that freshly squeezed juice is superior in it’s health benefits to packaged juice.
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A furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.
Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues … View moreA furore followed a city councillor’s obscenity-filled submission to his local authority, but it’s far from the only example.
Andrew Bydder’s profane submission to Waipā District Council came to light in June and his colleagues later ruled it was in breach of Hamilton City Council’s code of conduct.
What do you think about sweary submissions to councils? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
More cocaine was taken across Waikato in the last three months than three whole years in the early 2020s.
That’s according to wastewater drug testing carried out by Crown research institute ESR for police.
If you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.
While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.
We can’t … View moreIf you’d like to experience the pinnacle of luxury and comfort in a retirement home, come visit our stunning new showhome at Matamata Country Club.
While we could list all its incredible features, words don’t do it justice so come feel the elegance and warmth for yourself.
We can’t wait to give you a tour!
Congratulations to the winners of our $100 Mitre10 vouchers:
Justine Terrill from Mount Albert
Suzette Gibson from Nelson
Soumya Manoj from Lower Hutt
… View moreCongratulations to the winners of our $100 Mitre10 vouchers:
Justine Terrill from Mount Albert
Suzette Gibson from Nelson
Soumya Manoj from Lower Hutt
Millie George from Richmond Hill
If you're a winner, get in touch here before 12th November.
Not a winner this week? There's always next week!
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
He’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.
A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - … View moreHe’s probably best known as the man who helped give Hamilton the nickname “The Tron”, but there is much more to Dean Ballinger’s legacy than “The City of the Future”.
A big part of that legacy will see the light of day this weekend - more than two years after Ballinger’s death - with the launch of two books of comics he created.
Car parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.
Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the … View moreCar parks back in Garden Place, a weekend market, and better funded night shelters - that’s what a former Hamilton mayor reckons will stop the city’s feral street scenes.
Russ Rimmington is calling for Hamilton city leaders to look to Cambridge and provide the economic drivers to turn the CBD around.
Do you think Hamilton's CBD could take pointers from Cambridge? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
From rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.
If you still live in your own home, a short stay at one of our care centres could be a welcome break from your… View moreFrom rehabilitation after a hospital stay, to a little extra support, whether it’s for a few nights or a few weeks - respite care provides temporary care in a range of circumstances.
If you still live in your own home, a short stay at one of our care centres could be a welcome break from your usual routine.
Our respite care is offered at rest home-level care, hospital and specialist dementia care. In some circumstances, we may be able to offer you respite care in a serviced apartment.
If you've been thinking about moving to a Ryman care centre, spending time with us in respite care is a great way for you to experience the lifestyle in our villages before making your decision.
Councillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.
However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.
What do you think should happen? Tell… View moreCouncillors have rejected a politically unpopular $400,000 raised pedestrian crossing between Claudelands Park and a busy Hamilton mosque.
However, they’ve asked staff to look into a more expensive light-controlled crossing slightly further up the road.
What do you think should happen? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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