Huntington, Hamilton

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36 days ago

Poll: Do you think Hamilton's becoming a tourist destination?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

City officials believe Hamilton has come of age as a standalone tourist destination, with attractions that have the potential to bring in more cash and ease the fiscal burden on ratepayers.

It’s been just over a month since Hamilton Gardens started charging visitors and plans are afoot at … View more
City officials believe Hamilton has come of age as a standalone tourist destination, with attractions that have the potential to bring in more cash and ease the fiscal burden on ratepayers.

It’s been just over a month since Hamilton Gardens started charging visitors and plans are afoot at Hamilton Zoo to be more visitor friendly, despite figures showing visitation has already increased by 65% over the past four years.

Do you think Hamilton's becoming a tourist destination? 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 Hamilton's becoming a tourist destination?
  • 25% Yes
    25% Complete
  • 20.8% Not sure
    20.8% Complete
  • 54.2% No
    54.2% Complete
24 votes
36 days ago

$100 Petrol vouchers go to...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to this week's winners:

Sam Fuller from Red Beach

Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair

Matthew Hardy from Kelburn

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Congratulations to this week's winners:

Sam Fuller from Red Beach

Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair

Matthew Hardy from Kelburn

Anne Fahey from Woolston

They've each won a $100 petrol voucher.

If you're a winner, get in touch here.

Not a winner this week? There's always next week!

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37 days ago

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55 days ago

Six tips for improving security around your home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them … View more
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.

3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.

4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.

5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.

6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property

Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.

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40 days ago

Wallflowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature painted in Resene FX Paint Effects Medium, Resene Sakura and Resene Apple Blossom. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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40 days ago

Shaken and stirred

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Revamp an old trolley for drinks with a twist with Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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41 days ago

Hamilton airport’s latest annual profit falls sharply

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The company behind Hamilton airport has had a $14.9m drop in annual pre-tax profits.

A not unexpected fall in land sales in 2023-24 is a key driver for the change but the boss says traveller “belt-tightening” and overall economic conditions also had an impact.

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41 days ago

What's your favourite CBD business?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Pastry makers, a pole studio, a cinema and a law firm were among the winners at Hamilton’s CBD Awards.

Twenty-six businesses had wins - some more than one - at the Wednesday evening event at 18 London Street.

What's your favourite CBD business? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View more
Pastry makers, a pole studio, a cinema and a law firm were among the winners at Hamilton’s CBD Awards.

Twenty-six businesses had wins - some more than one - at the Wednesday evening event at 18 London Street.

What's your favourite CBD business? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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41 days ago

Have you ever witnessed a swamp fire?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

On Monday night Jason Garrett and his neighbours sat on a hill out the back of his house having a beer and watching the massive Meremere fire rip through neighbouring wetlands.

It was all they could do.

Have you ever witnessed a swamp fire?

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50 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 24.1% Yes
    24.1% Complete
  • 75.1% No
    75.1% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
3610 votes
42 days ago

Have you visited one of these cafes?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

It’s a chocolate lover’s dream at Theobroma Chocolate Lounge.

Located in the heart of Hamilton’s CBD, the chocolate themed cafe sells creamy Belgian chocolate delights, from gourmet hot chocolates to bite sized chocolate ducks and fish.

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42 days ago

Online Shopping warning

The Team from New Zealand Police

As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒

Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
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As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒

Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
💸If it’s being sold as new, ask for the receipt for the warranty. If they can’t provide it, that’s a red flag.
💸Check the seller’s profile, is it new or relatively blank?
💸If you make a purchase and need to meet somebody to get it, choose somewhere well-lit and well populated in public, near CCTV. If it has to be somebody’s home, take someone with you and let someone else know where you’re going and when.
💸Be especially cautious when buying power tools or high-end toy brick building block sets.

Sadly, if you unknowingly buy stolen property, you’re aiding criminals and inadvertently supporting them to steal more.
If you find a suspect listing or social media scam, call 105, or report it with us online at 105.police.govt.nz

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42 days ago

Last Minute Shoppers Christmas Pop Up Market

Aaron from Chartwell

Join us for some last minute Christmas shopping at Riverlea. This is a free festive event for the community where you will find a wide range of gifts for Christmas.

There will be over 65 amazing stalls to shop with! Bone and Greenstone, Maori educational accessories, hand knits, leather moccasins,… View more
Join us for some last minute Christmas shopping at Riverlea. This is a free festive event for the community where you will find a wide range of gifts for Christmas.

There will be over 65 amazing stalls to shop with! Bone and Greenstone, Maori educational accessories, hand knits, leather moccasins, crystals, clothing, toys, soaps, candles, woodwork, crochet, knitted toys, jewellery, health products, Maori Rongoa, Rawleighs products, candy, homemade jams, sauces and relishes, pottery, steel art, resin art, hooded towels, garden art and creations, pet products for all doggies, smoked and seasoned salt for all your food dishes and so much more!!

Enjoy a fresh coffee or beverage along with food, including Lil Orbit donuts and some homemade baking, as you have a wander around the event. There will be live music bringing a great vibe. There will also be stalls offering face painting, hair braiding and an interactive stall for you to create your own name bracelet.

Dawn, a Tarot Reader with over 30 years experience, will be available for anyone interested in having a reading with her. Dawn has an amazing gift and is highly recommended by people who have had readings with her.

The market will be open from 10am until 2pm on Saturday 21 December. Come along and make sure you are ready for Christmas! We can't wait to see you and everyone is welcome. Bring the family for a fun day.

Shop locally for Christmas and support local sellers!

Last Minute Christmas Shoppers Pop Up Market

Date: Saturday 21st December 2024

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Location: Riverlea Theatre, 83 Riverlea Road, Hamilton NZ

FREE EVENT

Event info: www.facebook.com/events/1484115415626016/?ref=newsfeed

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43 days ago

Poll: Do you think the theatre will change the CBD's vibe?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Streeties defecating in public may be pushed out of the CBD once art lovers start frequenting Waikato Regional Theatre.

The theatre is one of the solutions to drive the negative element out of Hamilton city, claims Mark Servian.

Do you think the theatre will change the CBD's vibe? Tell … View more
Streeties defecating in public may be pushed out of the CBD once art lovers start frequenting Waikato Regional Theatre.

The theatre is one of the solutions to drive the negative element out of Hamilton city, claims Mark Servian.

Do you think the theatre will change the CBD's vibe? 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 the theatre will change the CBD's vibe?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Maybe
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
43 days ago

For a better Cambridge for everyone, forever!

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Cambridge looking after its own needs is the driving principle for a new philanthropic investment fund set up to support the town and its people.

The Cambridge Community Charitable Trust has got together with Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation, to establish the Cambridge … View more
Cambridge looking after its own needs is the driving principle for a new philanthropic investment fund set up to support the town and its people.

The Cambridge Community Charitable Trust has got together with Momentum Waikato, the region’s community foundation, to establish the Cambridge Community Fund, an endowment that will generate investment income for charitable activities and projects in the Waipa centre.

The Fund was officially launched with a well-attended function at Te Awa Retirement Village on the outskirts of Cambridge on Wednesday 16 October 2024.

Inaugural Fund Champions David Cooney and Kevin Burgess say it’s the ideal scenario – a Cambridge-focused charitable fund enabled by a region-wide philanthropic investment entity.

“The Cambridge Community Fund is a cost-effective way for local people to leave a legacy forever to their town,” says Kevin, who is well known locally as a pharmacist, trustee on various boards and athletics supporter.

“Money donated will benefit Cambridge forever, with the partnership with Momentum providing credibility, collegial knowledge, and back office and governance support.

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