Huntington, Hamilton

14 days ago

Discover your property's potential!

Cato Bolam

Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View more
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
Find out more

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14 days ago

This week's prize draw winners are:

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Adele Graham from Beachville

Jewel Lopez from Lincoln

Jimmy Virdi from Hamilton

Moira McGivern from Massey

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Adele Graham from Beachville

Jewel Lopez from Lincoln

Jimmy Virdi from Hamilton

Moira McGivern from Massey

You've each won a $100 grocery voucher (eg. New World, Woolworths, Pak n Save) to spend as you please. Contact us here to claim your prize.

Not on the list? Check back next week to see if you're next week's winner!

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14 days ago

Paul Klee print

Al from Rototuna North

Paul Klee two dromedaries and a donkey
Beautiful print
59cmX67cm

We will consider offers

Price: $100

14 days ago

Disney prints

Al from Rototuna North

Beautiful prints in lovely frames.
Came from the UK
Excellent condition
Hung in the nursery.
Around 48cm X 38cm
$60 for one or $100 for both

Price: $60

14 days ago

Star Wars figures

Al from Rototuna North

Barely played with as on a shelf.
I believe the make is a type of Lego?!
Came with us from the UK.
They clip together and come apart.
All joints bend etc
Very good quality.

$25 each so tell me which you want or $100 for all 5.
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Barely played with as on a shelf.
I believe the make is a type of Lego?!
Came with us from the UK.
They clip together and come apart.
All joints bend etc
Very good quality.

$25 each so tell me which you want or $100 for all 5.

Chewbacca is around 30cm tall
Other characters 26cm

Price: $25

15 days ago

Poll: Did you check out the rescue chopper open day?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hundreds turned up to see how the heroes of the sky ply their trade at the annual Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Open Day on Sunday. Whether it was crawling about in a chopper or sitting in an ambulance there was plenty to keep the kids and even bigger kids happy.

Did you check out the rescue… View more
Hundreds turned up to see how the heroes of the sky ply their trade at the annual Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Open Day on Sunday. Whether it was crawling about in a chopper or sitting in an ambulance there was plenty to keep the kids and even bigger kids happy.

Did you check out the rescue chopper open day? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did you check out the rescue chopper open day?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
15 days ago

All Blacks star Wallace Sititi to make early return for Super Rugby Pacific ladder-leading Chiefs

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

All Blacks star Wallace Sititi is set to make a surprise early return from injury for the Chiefs prior to the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

The dynamic loose forward, who stormed onto the scene in 2024, so much so that he went on to be crowned World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year, as well… View more
All Blacks star Wallace Sititi is set to make a surprise early return from injury for the Chiefs prior to the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

The dynamic loose forward, who stormed onto the scene in 2024, so much so that he went on to be crowned World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year, as well as All Blacks Player of the Year, picked up a knee injury on the national side’s end-of-year northern tour that had initially seemed destined to keep him out of the entire Super season.

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15 days ago

What do you make of Volare's growth story?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

In a move that marks a significant milestone in its journey, Volare, one of the country’s fastest-growing artisan bakeries, has shifted into a sprawling new factory with the capacity to quadruple production.

What began as a two-person dream in a converted garage has flourished into a thriving … View more
In a move that marks a significant milestone in its journey, Volare, one of the country’s fastest-growing artisan bakeries, has shifted into a sprawling new factory with the capacity to quadruple production.

What began as a two-person dream in a converted garage has flourished into a thriving business employing nearly 150 people and fuelling a bread-loving community across Waikato and beyond.

What do you make of Volare's growth story? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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15 days ago

Poll: Have you witnessed shoplifting in your area?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It’s a crime that generates losses of $2.6bn a year, was the catalyst for a notorious murder, claimed the scalp of a high-profile MP - and has prompted the Government to propose beefed up citizens arrest powers - but how bad is shoplifting in New Zealand?

Under the Official Information Act, … View more
It’s a crime that generates losses of $2.6bn a year, was the catalyst for a notorious murder, claimed the scalp of a high-profile MP - and has prompted the Government to propose beefed up citizens arrest powers - but how bad is shoplifting in New Zealand?

Under the Official Information Act, the Waikato Times asked how many Kiwis were charged - and convicted - for two discrete crimes; shoplifting under $500, and shoplifting over $1000.

Have you witnessed shoplifting in your area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you witnessed shoplifting in your area?
  • 42.9% Yes
    42.9% Complete
  • 57.1% No
    57.1% Complete
14 votes
29 days ago

What's one highway or road that needs attention?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View more
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.

Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!

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25 days ago

🎉The Riddler wants to hear from you 🫵

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View more
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔

Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩

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18 days ago

Do you know anyone whose business will be affected by the tariff changes?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Donald Trump has thrown the world’s economy a curve-ball, and there’s more chaos to come, according to Waikato Chamber of Commerce chief Don Good.

However, Good said Waikato and New Zealand exporters have been spared the worst of them, “and that's probably attributable to the good … View more
Donald Trump has thrown the world’s economy a curve-ball, and there’s more chaos to come, according to Waikato Chamber of Commerce chief Don Good.

However, Good said Waikato and New Zealand exporters have been spared the worst of them, “and that's probably attributable to the good work that has been done by Winston Peters and his team of negotiators”.

Do you know anyone whose business will be affected by the tariff changes? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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18 days ago

Poll: Are you a fan of the riverside development plans?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A 25-storey beacon of hope is soon to join the ranks of the hospo and retail businesses trying to bring life to the CBD.

The new hotel development from the Templeton Group will be a few shops down from Riverbank Lane on Victoria Street.

Are you a fan of the riverside development plans? Tell … View more
A 25-storey beacon of hope is soon to join the ranks of the hospo and retail businesses trying to bring life to the CBD.

The new hotel development from the Templeton Group will be a few shops down from Riverbank Lane on Victoria Street.

Are you a fan of the riverside development plans? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you a fan of the riverside development plans?
  • 72.7% Yes
    72.7% Complete
  • 27.3% No
    27.3% Complete
22 votes
18 days ago

Poll: Do you like how the old facade has been retained?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Passersby on Hamilton’s Victoria Street got the first look at another section of the Regional Theatre’s new façade after scaffolding was removed on Wednesday.

The appearance of a fresh section of the restored plaster façade of the old hotel frontage is another visible milestone for locals … View more
Passersby on Hamilton’s Victoria Street got the first look at another section of the Regional Theatre’s new façade after scaffolding was removed on Wednesday.

The appearance of a fresh section of the restored plaster façade of the old hotel frontage is another visible milestone for locals and visitors in the ongoing construction of the 1300-seat theatre that promises to revolutionise entertainment in the city.

Do you like how the old facade has been retained? 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 how the old facade has been retained?
  • 93.8% Yes
    93.8% Complete
  • 6.3% No
    6.3% Complete
32 votes
18 days ago

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