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Have you ever had a bad or awkward shopping experience?
Peter Oosthoek retired near Chartwell Shopping Centre for a one-stop shop for all his needs - but now he can’t go there.
The 66-year-old seeing impaired pensioner was trespassed while doing his fortnightly shopping at Woolworths on July 16.
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Poll: Do you think the new rules will help?
A Waikato council is attempting to put the brakes on boy racers by banning light vehicles on several rural roads.
A new bylaw by Waipā District Council means police now have the power to issue warning notices and impound cars of rule breakers.
Do you think the new rules will help? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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25.7% Yes
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17.1% Maybe
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51.4% No
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5.7% Don't know
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Poll: Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?
Some spare wood, used furniture or children's toys - do you mind when your neighbours leave goods on the street for others to make use of?
Share your thoughts in the comments and poll below.
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83.1% It's fine!
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15.1% It annoys me!
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1.8% Other - I'll share below
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Have you needed Waikato Hospital recently?
Patient safety is at risk at Waikato Hospital, claim doctors, with reports of at least one person not seen by a medic for six days.
The hospital was down 60% on medical registrars last weekend, New Zealand Resident Doctors Association (NZRDA) national secretary Dr Deborah Powell said, and patient care was suffering.
Have you needed Waikato Hospital recently? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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