Huntington, Hamilton

2756 days ago

Almost anything is possible at new virtual reality arcade

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

A virtual reality arcade is opening in Garden Place next month - will you be trying out this modern form of gaming?
Let us know in the comments below!
Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2758 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

2765 days ago

Poll: Should McD's ditch plastic straws?

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Morning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers … View moreMorning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers whether they want a straw rather than automatically dishing them out with every drink? Let us know in the poll and comments below, but please refrain from negative discussion.
*PLEASE WRITE NFP IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR OPINIONS PUBLISHED*

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Should McD's ditch plastic straws?
  • 79.7% Yes! Plastic is not fantastic
    79.7% Complete
  • 17.2% No! Straws are a necessity
    17.2% Complete
  • 3.1% I'm undecided
    3.1% Complete
64 votes
2757 days ago

Old trailer for sale

Coral from Huntington

1935 Trailer, this was my grandads, then my dads now its been sitting in the corner of my brothers section for a couple years deteriorating away. Its rather rusty an the wood is brittle.Rego expired Jan 2017.
Selling as is where is, im not sure if it can safely be towed away. I would post more … View more
1935 Trailer, this was my grandads, then my dads now its been sitting in the corner of my brothers section for a couple years deteriorating away. Its rather rusty an the wood is brittle.Rego expired Jan 2017.
Selling as is where is, im not sure if it can safely be towed away. I would post more photos but attachments are to big. I can email anyone alot more photos.
Contact anytime to view.

Price: $100

2763 days ago

Video: Is it OK to park your car in someone's driveway?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Hamilton,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" … View more
Hi Hamilton,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" Click here to read his reasons why.

So what are your thoughts on the topic? Do you agree or disagree with our reporter? Let us know your parking experiences in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

2758 days ago
2758 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Find out more

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2758 days ago

Keep warm and get moving!

Taekidokai Martial Arts

TKMA Family classes are for the whole family. What better way to unite the family than doing and learning together, helping and growing together. Setting goals and achieving them as a family.

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2768 days ago

Butchery

Roy from Fairfield

I've noticed another Butchery on Heaphy terrace has anyone shopped their?😊

2758 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

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2758 days ago

Bunk bed

Ibrahim from Flagstaff

Hi, we have for sale 1 bunk bed which we bought Dec 2017 and no longer need as we are moving. It is cleverly designed to optimise space in small bedrooms, and as you can see has two study/work desks, storage and bed on top. Brand new (without mattress and delivery) is over $840 each, yours for … View moreHi, we have for sale 1 bunk bed which we bought Dec 2017 and no longer need as we are moving. It is cleverly designed to optimise space in small bedrooms, and as you can see has two study/work desks, storage and bed on top. Brand new (without mattress and delivery) is over $840 each, yours for $250 ono. Sold without mattress, the mess or the kids. Some dis-assembly will be required for transportation. Pick up in Flagstaff before 18 August 2018.

Price: $250

2764 days ago

How safe is Hamilton?

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours! Hamilton City Council is asking residents to provide their thoughts on safety in the CBD through an online survey, ending August 12. So how safe do you feel when you visit Hamilton's central city? Are there things that need improving? Let us know in the comments below!
*PLEASE… View more
Hi neighbours! Hamilton City Council is asking residents to provide their thoughts on safety in the CBD through an online survey, ending August 12. So how safe do you feel when you visit Hamilton's central city? Are there things that need improving? Let us know in the comments below!
*PLEASE WRITE NFP IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR COMMENTS USED IN PRINT*

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2759 days ago

Hamilton teachers among thousands taking part in strike action

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Teachers from Te Totara Primary School in Hamilton will be among those walking off the job on Wednesday.
Close to the entire teaching staff have made the decision to strike alongside thousands of others across the country to push their case for better working conditions.
The Rototuna school has … View more
Teachers from Te Totara Primary School in Hamilton will be among those walking off the job on Wednesday.
Close to the entire teaching staff have made the decision to strike alongside thousands of others across the country to push their case for better working conditions.
The Rototuna school has been forced to close for the day, but principal Brian Sheedy said if it was not now, the situation would only get worse.
*Feel free to share your thoughts, but please write NFP if you do not want your opinions published*
- Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

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