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Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Christmas parades, Anzac Day services and scholarships are in question as councillors grapple with the “must haves” versus “nice-to-haves” conundrum.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has told councils to stick to their knitting as “the days of handouts” are over, backed up by Local … View moreChristmas parades, Anzac Day services and scholarships are in question as councillors grapple with the “must haves” versus “nice-to-haves” conundrum.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has told councils to stick to their knitting as “the days of handouts” are over, backed up by Local Government Minister Simeon Brown.
Do you think councils should cut things like parades and scholarships? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Maori Language Week) is upon us and we always love to get involved.
Add your vote to the poll and share a phrase in te Reo Māori below to be in to win a $25 Prezzy card.
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Have you introduced yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page?
Join our Know Thy Neighbour campaign by introducing yourself and sharing what makes you unique. Do you have a hobby you're passionate about? A favourite spot in your suburb? Or just looking to connect with friendly faces nearby? … View moreHave you introduced yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page?
Join our Know Thy Neighbour campaign by introducing yourself and sharing what makes you unique. Do you have a hobby you're passionate about? A favourite spot in your suburb? Or just looking to connect with friendly faces nearby? 😊
Let’s build stronger connections in our community, one introduction at a time. 🏡
👉 Post about yourself today and meet neighbours with shared interests. Head here.
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Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Re:Circle is staying alive in Hamilton, despite the first store in Auckland biting the dust.
In addition to the number of keen buyers and sellers, it’s the city’s security measures that are working in its favour, according to owner owner Henrik Stovring.
What do you think about this … View moreRe:Circle is staying alive in Hamilton, despite the first store in Auckland biting the dust.
In addition to the number of keen buyers and sellers, it’s the city’s security measures that are working in its favour, according to owner owner Henrik Stovring.
What do you think about this offline marketplace concept? 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
The owner of a Cambridge home sold to cover tens of thousands in unpaid Waipā District Council rates has no plans to leave despite the rapidly approaching settlement date.
Fraser Smith, 57, a painter on a benefit, said he’s seeking legal advice on his next steps regarding the home in Fort St,… View moreThe owner of a Cambridge home sold to cover tens of thousands in unpaid Waipā District Council rates has no plans to leave despite the rapidly approaching settlement date.
Fraser Smith, 57, a painter on a benefit, said he’s seeking legal advice on his next steps regarding the home in Fort St, just off the main street near Victoria Bridge.
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
The champagne corks are popping at Hamilton Airport after officials confirmed the return of direct international flights to Australia - and a potential boost to the Waikato economy.
After months of speculation and more than a year of “solid grind” behind the scenes, Hamilton Airport chief … View moreThe champagne corks are popping at Hamilton Airport after officials confirmed the return of direct international flights to Australia - and a potential boost to the Waikato economy.
After months of speculation and more than a year of “solid grind” behind the scenes, Hamilton Airport chief executive Mark Morgan said he could now reveal Jetstar will offer travellers three return flights a week between Hamilton and the Gold Coast, and four return flights a week between Hamilton and Sydney.
Will you be buying a flight to Australia? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Mayors say they’re tens of millions short on transport funding after the Government didn’t deliver what they’d requested.
The gap for four large Waikato councils is more than $100m, and the mayors said that rules out things like new bus routes for growing areas and footpath maintenance.
… View moreMayors say they’re tens of millions short on transport funding after the Government didn’t deliver what they’d requested.
The gap for four large Waikato councils is more than $100m, and the mayors said that rules out things like new bus routes for growing areas and footpath maintenance.
What do you think about the potential effects of the shortfall? 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
Goodbye Auckland Airport, big smoke traffic jams, motorway gauntlets, possible congestion charges and wasted time - and hello to the Mighty Waikato.
That’s the message being beamed to potential tourists across the ditch in the wake of … View moreGoodbye Auckland Airport, big smoke traffic jams, motorway gauntlets, possible congestion charges and wasted time - and hello to the Mighty Waikato.
That’s the message being beamed to potential tourists across the ditch in the wake of Jetstar announcing the return of international flights to Hamilton Airport - and it’s getting the thumbs up from the region’s tourism players and politicians.
Do you think direct flights to Hamilton will bring more tourists? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.
You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops … View moreOn Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.
You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops Event Centre in Auckland, Shed 6 in Wellington or the Christchurch Town Hall.
Contact the Crown Response Unit today:
Phone: 0800 717 017 (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday)
Email: contact@abuseinquiryresponse.govt.nz
Registration closes 4.30pm Monday 30 September.
Accommodation, travel and food costs will be covered. Travel assistance will be provided in forms of air travel, petrol vouchers, gift cards, and train, and bus tickets.
Find out more
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Some card payments will add an extra 3.03% to your bill at Te Awamutu’s Central Cafe - well over the suggested 2% ceiling.
There’s also a 2.5% credit card and contactless surcharge at another eatery in the town, Red Kitchen, and the Commerce Commission calls both “hard to justify”.
The Team from Patrick Hogan Village
This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.
Over … View moreThis year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.
Over the last couple of years, Gerda, a resident at Diana Isaac Village in Christchurch, has grown her Māori vocabulary by attending the virtual monthly te reo Māori classes offered to Ryman residents. This group learning environment is run by Anita Gill from Te Puna Reo Māori, a Māori online learning provider.
Click read more for the full story.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
After 18 years of dreaming, Alicia Platje has opened her own jewellery shop.
She’s from the Platje family of Precious Metals, and admits she’s still getting used to introducing herself as the owner of Agapé.
Did you end up doing what you dreamed off as a teenager? Tell us about it in the… View moreAfter 18 years of dreaming, Alicia Platje has opened her own jewellery shop.
She’s from the Platje family of Precious Metals, and admits she’s still getting used to introducing herself as the owner of Agapé.
Did you end up doing what you dreamed off as a teenager? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Fluent te reo speaker and Government minister Tama Potaka would “love” to see all MPs increase their use of the Māori language to communicate more effectively in modern-day Aotearoa.
The National Party Hamilton West MP’s comments come in an interview about Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, which … View moreFluent te reo speaker and Government minister Tama Potaka would “love” to see all MPs increase their use of the Māori language to communicate more effectively in modern-day Aotearoa.
The National Party Hamilton West MP’s comments come in an interview about Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, which runs from September 14 to September 21.
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?
What are your thoughts? Is that rude?
Share in the comments … View moreLuckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?
What are your thoughts? Is that rude?
Share in the comments below if this has ever happened to you.
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