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Olivia Wannan Reporter from Stuff
Hi - I'm Olivia from Stuff (and a new mum myself).
I'm writing an article on the different challenges faced by parents around the country, from midwife availability and getting on wait lists for childcare right down to the food at birthing centres.
Are you keen to share your … View moreHi - I'm Olivia from Stuff (and a new mum myself).
I'm writing an article on the different challenges faced by parents around the country, from midwife availability and getting on wait lists for childcare right down to the food at birthing centres.
Are you keen to share your experience on what you found easy and what was hard? Please email olivia.wannan@stuff.co.nz or leave a message below. Thanks all :)
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
A neighbour has described the horrifying scene he came across when a train and car collided in Hamilton on Wednesday morning.
The man and his partner, who didn’t want to be named, live four houses back from the Peachgrove Rd rail crossing where the incident occurred at around 4.30am.
Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one … View moreIs the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!
Carpet Court is continuing its’ mission to help improve Kiwi kids’ learning environments by rolling out its’ nationwide fund for the fifth year in a row. Apply today!
Find out more
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
It’s farming, but not as we know it.
Sheep are grazing under solar panels in a Waikato first that could become more common as farmers look to diversify their incomes.
Do you think this farming-solar combo idea will be popular? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you … View moreIt’s farming, but not as we know it.
Sheep are grazing under solar panels in a Waikato first that could become more common as farmers look to diversify their incomes.
Do you think this farming-solar combo idea will be popular? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Almost 11% of recently sold homes in Waikato District made a loss, new data shows, and the figure’s similar in Hamilton.
They’re the parts of the region where losses were the most likely according to new data from CoreLogic, which covers July to September.
Do you keep an eye on the … View moreAlmost 11% of recently sold homes in Waikato District made a loss, new data shows, and the figure’s similar in Hamilton.
They’re the parts of the region where losses were the most likely according to new data from CoreLogic, which covers July to September.
Do you keep an eye on the property market? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Wai from Fitzroy
Hello 👋 I’m looking to practice building websites and enhancing existing ones that could use a refresh. If you’d like a website for your business or want to improve an existing one, feel free to reach out!
I do work full-time, so my availability may be a bit limited, but if the project is… View moreHello 👋 I’m looking to practice building websites and enhancing existing ones that could use a refresh. If you’d like a website for your business or want to improve an existing one, feel free to reach out!
I do work full-time, so my availability may be a bit limited, but if the project is something straightforward and within my skillset, I’d be happy to do it free of charge.
Let me know if you're interested!
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
A licence renewal “error” could mean one Hamilton supermarket will be left dry for an uncertain time as the festive season approaches.
Clarence St Pak‘nSave’s off-licence expired on September 27, and a public notice from the council posted on October 11 stated a completely new … View moreA licence renewal “error” could mean one Hamilton supermarket will be left dry for an uncertain time as the festive season approaches.
Clarence St Pak‘nSave’s off-licence expired on September 27, and a public notice from the council posted on October 11 stated a completely new off-licence application had been made.
Have you noticed this in your supermarket visits?
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
Click read more for more … View moreDreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
Click read more for more information.
Rosaleen from Hamilton East
We're downsizing and have a big BBQ to pass on. Kent Premier 4 burner BBQ in wooden frame (2 wheels) with lid and temp indicator for smoking and baking. Includes gas cylinder (unknown age or condition). Needs a clean.
Must pick up. Dimensions 1,400 wide x 800 deep (with lid up).
Call me on … View moreWe're downsizing and have a big BBQ to pass on. Kent Premier 4 burner BBQ in wooden frame (2 wheels) with lid and temp indicator for smoking and baking. Includes gas cylinder (unknown age or condition). Needs a clean.
Must pick up. Dimensions 1,400 wide x 800 deep (with lid up).
Call me on 027 241 2990 if interested.
Free
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
A Tokoroa local says the car park at Tokoroa Hospital is a “third world” shambles and is not a good look for the town’s public medical centre.
Olaf Langhenkel said the state of the car park, which is riddled with potholes and past attempts at repair, had been deteriorating for around five … View moreA Tokoroa local says the car park at Tokoroa Hospital is a “third world” shambles and is not a good look for the town’s public medical centre.
Olaf Langhenkel said the state of the car park, which is riddled with potholes and past attempts at repair, had been deteriorating for around five years and nothing had been done about it.
What do you think about this car park's condition? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Keeping a sea of road cones and their accompanying pipe and roadworks from bringing Hamilton’s CBD to a grinding halt is now a key focus at city hall.
A massive waters infrastructure rollout starts in 2026 with getting the work right a key challenge for Hamilton City Council in the face of … View moreKeeping a sea of road cones and their accompanying pipe and roadworks from bringing Hamilton’s CBD to a grinding halt is now a key focus at city hall.
A massive waters infrastructure rollout starts in 2026 with getting the work right a key challenge for Hamilton City Council in the face of various CBD issues, including recent concerns over safety and offensive behaviour .
Will work on CBD waters infrastructure affect you? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
How long it’ll take depends on who you ask and you can measure it in years, elections, or Rugby world cups.
But Hamilton City will eventually be home to more people than Wellington City - likely in somewhere between 24 or 34 years according to Statistics NZ and Waikato University.
What do … View moreHow long it’ll take depends on who you ask and you can measure it in years, elections, or Rugby world cups.
But Hamilton City will eventually be home to more people than Wellington City - likely in somewhere between 24 or 34 years according to Statistics NZ and Waikato University.
What do you think will change once Hamilton overtakes the capital? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Waipā is losing accommodation dollars to Hamilton and Rotorua because it doesn’t have enough beds for visitors at Lake Karāpiro, say event managers at Mighty River Domain.
Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk and husband Andrew Reymer – who have managed the reserve for 20 years - have seen a … View moreWaipā is losing accommodation dollars to Hamilton and Rotorua because it doesn’t have enough beds for visitors at Lake Karāpiro, say event managers at Mighty River Domain.
Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk and husband Andrew Reymer – who have managed the reserve for 20 years - have seen a “complete transformation” of reserve use over the years.
Do you think a motel will be good for the Lake Karāpiro area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View morePaddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View morePaddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.
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