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109 days ago

Poll: Would you try ultra-distance cycling?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 daysView more
While the world’s top cyclists are riding for Olympic medals in Paris, one professional cyclist is cracking out 270km or more a day as part of world record attempt that’s rolled through New Zealand this week.

Ultra-distance cyclist Lael Wilcox is trying to ride around the world in 110 days and seven of those have just been spent covering 1534.36 kilometres of New Zealand roads.

Is ultra-distance cycling something you'd ever try? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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Would you try ultra-distance cycling?
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  • 0% No way
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109 days ago

Tamahere Lions Best Artisan Market - This Saturday 9am - 1pm

Rita from Tamahere

The Tamahere Lions Best Artisan Market is on this Saturday morning 10th August 09:00 - 13:00 at Tamahere Community Centre Devine Road. Free admission and Free Parking!
Over 60 indoor and outdoor stalls selling gift, craft, ceramics, Food, coffee, Wood Working, soap, Toys, Talented artists and … View more
The Tamahere Lions Best Artisan Market is on this Saturday morning 10th August 09:00 - 13:00 at Tamahere Community Centre Devine Road. Free admission and Free Parking!
Over 60 indoor and outdoor stalls selling gift, craft, ceramics, Food, coffee, Wood Working, soap, Toys, Talented artists and soooo much more! Even an Unicorn to give kids a ride. Mark in the date, and make a morning of it. See you there!

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109 days ago

Aged Care Employee Day

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View more
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

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121 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69.2% Yes, always ask
    69.2% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2789 votes
110 days ago

Poll: Would you like to live near The Base?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

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A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

Would you like to live in this area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you like to live near The Base?
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110 days ago

Poll: Would you like to live near The Base?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

View more
A new village hub made up of retail and apartments is coming to the city’s northwest.

The mixed-use development on Karewa Pl will include 12 “lock and leave” apartments and is located opposite the planned Te Rapa Pak’nSave, Ray White listing agent Robbie Sidhu told the Waikato Times.

Would you like to live in this area? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you like to live near The Base?
  • 11.1% Yes
    11.1% Complete
  • 11.1% Maybe
    11.1% Complete
  • 77.8% No
    77.8% Complete
27 votes
110 days ago

Poll: Do you want Hamilton Airport to go international again?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Rumours Hamilton Airport is lining up a new international carrier to fly in and out of the city are just that, according to airport chief executive Mark Morgan.

A recent social media conversation alluded that a number of different international players were thinking of heading to Hamilton, … View more
Rumours Hamilton Airport is lining up a new international carrier to fly in and out of the city are just that, according to airport chief executive Mark Morgan.

A recent social media conversation alluded that a number of different international players were thinking of heading to Hamilton, including Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and China Airlines, after locals spotted Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) and Aviation Security staff doing the rounds.

Do you think our airport should go international? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you want Hamilton Airport to go international again?
  • 84.7% Yes
    84.7% Complete
  • 6.8% Maybe
    6.8% Complete
  • 8.5% No
    8.5% Complete
59 votes
110 days ago

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

The Team at Bosch eBike Systems
Find out more

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111 days ago

Poll: Have you been watching the Olympics?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Today was all about the Olympic men’s 100m race, which US sprinter Noah Lyles won by just .005 seconds.

It took about 30 seconds after the finish for Lyles to find out he'd beaten Kishane Thompson of Jamaica.

Have you been tuning in?

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Have you been watching the Olympics?
  • 27.3% Yes, watching everything I can
    27.3% Complete
  • 27.3% For some sports
    27.3% Complete
  • 45.5% No
    45.5% Complete
22 votes
115 days ago

What will you spend your tax cut on?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.

Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.
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From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.

Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.

Do you have plans for your tax cut money? Let us know in the comments below (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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111 days ago

Poll: Would you do this kind of Hobbiton tour?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind … View more
Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.

A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.

Would you do a tour to take you behind the scenes? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Would you do this kind of Hobbiton tour?
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111 days ago

Poll: Do you think the health system is understaffed?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.

Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there… View more
Hundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.

Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there was high turnover and she was one of few seniors.

Does our health system need more staff, in your opinion? Let us know your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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Do you think the health system is understaffed?
  • 96% Yes
    96% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 4% Not really sure
    4% Complete
25 votes
115 days ago

Welcome to the park, if you can get past the rubbish

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

On one side it’s a lush field of green grass enjoyed by families.

But to get there, you have to navigate a path past a broken car filled with rubbish, a few mattresses, broken TVs and scrap metal.

What are your best ideas for rubbish solutions? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you … View more
On one side it’s a lush field of green grass enjoyed by families.

But to get there, you have to navigate a path past a broken car filled with rubbish, a few mattresses, broken TVs and scrap metal.

What are your best ideas for rubbish solutions? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).

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111 days ago

Extravaganza in the Park 2024

Aaron from Chartwell

CELEBRATING OUR BIG 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

OVER 120 MARKET STALLS TO SHOP FROM and do all your Festive Shopping, along with Live Music/Entertainment and Performances, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castle, Food/Hangi, Coffee, Giveaways, Face painting, Activities and lots more.........

ALL IN… View more
CELEBRATING OUR BIG 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

OVER 120 MARKET STALLS TO SHOP FROM and do all your Festive Shopping, along with Live Music/Entertainment and Performances, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo, Bouncy Castle, Food/Hangi, Coffee, Giveaways, Face painting, Activities and lots more.........

ALL IN 1 PLACE
SAT 7th Dec 2024, Elliott Park Nawton Hamilton 9am-2pm
FREE ENTRY Western Community Centre

Like our facebook page for updates of what's going be at the event.
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112 days ago

Study Portuguese with EarthDiverse!

todd from EarthDiverse

It's never too late to start learning Portuguese! Our Term 3 Portuguese 101 classes(along with all of our other language programmes) began last week but you can catch up at anytime by watching the video recordings. Our Introductory Portuguese course meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00pm (New … View moreIt's never too late to start learning Portuguese! Our Term 3 Portuguese 101 classes(along with all of our other language programmes) began last week but you can catch up at anytime by watching the video recordings. Our Introductory Portuguese course meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00pm (New Zealand time) and is available in-person, live-streamed via Zoom to anywhere in the world with a good internet connection, or via the weekly video recordings of each live session. Join any of our courses by clicking the Read More link below

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