Huntington, Hamilton

21 days ago

Desex your pets and contain them, say those dealing with an oversupply of unwanted canines

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After seeing 25 dogs, including puppies, put down in a day, Hamilton’s Animal Control boss went into her office and cried.

It was also the day Susan Stanford also decided “enough is enough”. With the centre bursting at the seams and adoption numbers down, Stanford has had enough of … View more
After seeing 25 dogs, including puppies, put down in a day, Hamilton’s Animal Control boss went into her office and cried.

It was also the day Susan Stanford also decided “enough is enough”. With the centre bursting at the seams and adoption numbers down, Stanford has had enough of irresponsible dog owners who don’t desex or contain their pets.

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21 days ago

How to have an epic retirement

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.

With its … View more
Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.

With its beautiful landscapes, outdoor lifestyle, and relaxed culture, New Zealand is the perfect place to make the most of your retirement. And at Ryman Healthcare, you can enjoy top-quality independent living options and exceptional care within a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded people.

Click read more for the full story.

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25 days ago

Poll: Would a new supermarket help NZ?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View more
Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?

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Would a new supermarket help NZ?
  • 61.4% Yes, it will help
    61.4% Complete
  • 35.8% No, I doubt it'll make a difference
    35.8% Complete
  • 2.7% Depends - I'll share below
    2.7% Complete
2448 votes
22 days ago

Poll: Do you know any first home buyers house hunting at the moment?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

First home buyers in the Waikato are stepping up their game - and in some cases, outbidding investors - as competition ramps up across the region’s property market.

Multiple-offer situations are becoming more common, and agents report that some first-time buyers are walking away with deals … View more
First home buyers in the Waikato are stepping up their game - and in some cases, outbidding investors - as competition ramps up across the region’s property market.

Multiple-offer situations are becoming more common, and agents report that some first-time buyers are walking away with deals ahead of investors.

Do you know any first home buyers house hunting at the moment? Tell us how they're finding it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you know any first home buyers house hunting at the moment?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
22 days ago

Cafe worker owed almost $4500 after abrupt closure

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A part-time café worker who turned up for work to find the business closed has won $4450 in unpaid wages and leave entitlements.

Sharon Shen did regular shifts at a café operated by Supreme Huang Limited from October 2021 until July 2024, a determination by the Employment Relations Authority … View more
A part-time café worker who turned up for work to find the business closed has won $4450 in unpaid wages and leave entitlements.

Sharon Shen did regular shifts at a café operated by Supreme Huang Limited from October 2021 until July 2024, a determination by the Employment Relations Authority says.

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22 days ago

Cops seize drug dealer’s digital hoard in NZ first

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Forget the flash motorbikes and bling - a digital image of a chimp like creature with a techni-colour runny nose is among the booty crims were hoarding their cash in before police confiscated it in a New Zealand first.

The strange image was seized in Waikato and was part of item 590 on the … View more
Forget the flash motorbikes and bling - a digital image of a chimp like creature with a techni-colour runny nose is among the booty crims were hoarding their cash in before police confiscated it in a New Zealand first.

The strange image was seized in Waikato and was part of item 590 on the 1171-strong list of criminal assets seized by police in the last two years - non-fungible tokens, or NFTs valued at $275, 461.

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27 days ago

Poll: Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Anti-social behaviour by streeties in Hamilton’s CBD is further eroding business confidence, says the chairperson of the city council’s economic development committee.

Councillor Ewan Wilson’s comments come in his report for this Thursday’s meeting.

Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD? … View more
Anti-social behaviour by streeties in Hamilton’s CBD is further eroding business confidence, says the chairperson of the city council’s economic development committee.

Councillor Ewan Wilson’s comments come in his report for this Thursday’s meeting.

Do you avoid Hamilton's CBD? 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 avoid Hamilton's CBD?
  • 59.1% Yes
    59.1% Complete
  • 15.1% No
    15.1% Complete
  • 25.8% Don't really need to go there
    25.8% Complete
93 votes
28 days ago

Would you buy a cabin made from construction waste?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It started off as a rubbish idea - or an idea about what to do with rubbish - and 17 months later, it’s a architecturally-designed transportable studio cabin with, at the time of writing, a more than $5000 bid on auction website TradeMe.

The studio is the brainchild of Nine Thirty Architecture… View more
It started off as a rubbish idea - or an idea about what to do with rubbish - and 17 months later, it’s a architecturally-designed transportable studio cabin with, at the time of writing, a more than $5000 bid on auction website TradeMe.

The studio is the brainchild of Nine Thirty Architecture director John Hayes, who told the Waikato Times the inspiration came in the wake of seeing some neighbouring homes demolished.

Would you buy a cabin made from construction waste? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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28 days ago

Poll: Do you think this block should be overturned?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

State housing provider Kāinga Ora wants a court to overturn planning restrictions that prevent the building of multi-storey state homes in heritage housing areas like Hamilton East.

Currently development in those zones is restricted by Hamilton City Council’s controversial Plan Change 9.

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State housing provider Kāinga Ora wants a court to overturn planning restrictions that prevent the building of multi-storey state homes in heritage housing areas like Hamilton East.

Currently development in those zones is restricted by Hamilton City Council’s controversial Plan Change 9.

Do you think this block should be overturned? 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 this block should be overturned?
  • 34.7% Yes
    34.7% Complete
  • 12.2% Maybe in certain areas
    12.2% Complete
  • 53.1% No
    53.1% Complete
49 votes
34 days ago

Poll: What do you want the speed limit to be here?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Traffic will soon be going 20kph faster through one of Hamilton’s worst crash spots, unless a speed limit reversal is reversed.

The “very dangerous” Cobham Drive intersection with Grey St - near Hamilton Gardens - sits in the middle of … View more
Traffic will soon be going 20kph faster through one of Hamilton’s worst crash spots, unless a speed limit reversal is reversed.

The “very dangerous” Cobham Drive intersection with Grey St - near Hamilton Gardens - sits in the middle of a stretch of road where the 60kph speed limit is due to be reversed to 80kph in July.

What do you want the speed limit to be here? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you want the speed limit to be here?
  • 58.3% 60kph
    58.3% Complete
  • 38.3% 80kph
    38.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Something else - explain in the comments
    3.3% Complete
60 votes
25 days ago

Create a Bold and Modern Monochrome Table Setting with Resene Colours

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

You can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with … View moreYou can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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35 days ago

For a bit of fun, neighbours.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have a good think about it, and let us know...

If you could invent one piece of technology to make life easier, what would it be?

Comment below with what you think would be a handy new invention - it may even already exist!

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27 days ago

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

More Waikato people than ever are being chased for unpaid rates.

And while a tiny locale is leading the charge, Hamilton says sovereign citizens are fueling the problem.

Which Waikato district do you think has the most legal action under way?

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27 days ago

Beach hop transporting the Coromandel back to the future

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Dust off the blue suede shoes, pull out the petticoats and grease back the hair as 25 years of Repco Beach Hop is celebrated over the next five days.

Over 2000 cars will converge on the Coromandel for the festival that transports people back to the 50s and 60s.

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27 days ago

Poll: Do you think these homes should have heritage protection?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will … View more
The row of 1950s flat-roofed wooden duplexes in Pinfold Ave are gems of Kiwi historic house design needing protection, say the planning boffins.

But some of those who live in them just want a house that’s less ‘worn’ - and their state landlord agrees, saying removing their protection will help build more homes.

Do you think these homes should have heritage protection? 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 these homes should have heritage protection?
  • 21.9% Yes
    21.9% Complete
  • 78.1% No
    78.1% Complete
32 votes
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