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The Government will today unveil the next stage of its building reforms, allowing building professionals with indemnity insurance to self-certify their own work with the goal of cutting out council inspectors and reducing cost and delays for consumers.
“The building consent system currently is… View moreThe Government will today unveil the next stage of its building reforms, allowing building professionals with indemnity insurance to self-certify their own work with the goal of cutting out council inspectors and reducing cost and delays for consumers.
“The building consent system currently is one size fits all. There are really good trade professionals who aren't trusted to get on and do the work and certify their own work,” Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk told The Post.
Do you think this is a good idea? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
City officials believe Hamilton has come of age as a standalone tourist destination, with attractions that have the potential to bring in more cash and ease the fiscal burden on ratepayers.
It’s been just over a month since Hamilton Gardens started charging visitors and plans are afoot at … View moreCity officials believe Hamilton has come of age as a standalone tourist destination, with attractions that have the potential to bring in more cash and ease the fiscal burden on ratepayers.
It’s been just over a month since Hamilton Gardens started charging visitors and plans are afoot at Hamilton Zoo to be more visitor friendly, despite figures showing visitation has already increased by 65% over the past four years.
Do you think Hamilton's becoming a tourist destination? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Congratulations to this week's winners:
Sam Fuller from Red Beach
Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair
Matthew Hardy from Kelburn
… View moreCongratulations to this week's winners:
Sam Fuller from Red Beach
Johanna Mortis from Saint Clair
Matthew Hardy from Kelburn
Anne Fahey from Woolston
They've each won a $100 petrol voucher.
If you're a winner, get in touch here.
Not a winner this week? There's always next week!
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Get your tickets… View moreEnjoy relaxed living in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.
For just $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home, valued at over $1 million.
You can make this property your permanent residence, a holiday retreat, a rental, or simply sell it!
Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them … View more1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.
2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.
3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.
4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.
5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.
6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property
Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.
Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature painted in Resene FX Paint Effects Medium, Resene Sakura and Resene Apple Blossom. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Revamp an old trolley for drinks with a twist with Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
The company behind Hamilton airport has had a $14.9m drop in annual pre-tax profits.
A not unexpected fall in land sales in 2023-24 is a key driver for the change but the boss says traveller “belt-tightening” and overall economic conditions also had an impact.
Pastry makers, a pole studio, a cinema and a law firm were among the winners at Hamilton’s CBD Awards.
Twenty-six businesses had wins - some more than one - at the Wednesday evening event at 18 London Street.
What's your favourite CBD business? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View morePastry makers, a pole studio, a cinema and a law firm were among the winners at Hamilton’s CBD Awards.
Twenty-six businesses had wins - some more than one - at the Wednesday evening event at 18 London Street.
What's your favourite CBD business? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
On Monday night Jason Garrett and his neighbours sat on a hill out the back of his house having a beer and watching the massive Meremere fire rip through neighbouring wetlands.
It was all they could do.
Have you ever witnessed a swamp fire?
There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.
Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.
It’s a chocolate lover’s dream at Theobroma Chocolate Lounge.
Located in the heart of Hamilton’s CBD, the chocolate themed cafe sells creamy Belgian chocolate delights, from gourmet hot chocolates to bite sized chocolate ducks and fish.
As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒
Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
… View moreAs we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒
Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
💸If it’s being sold as new, ask for the receipt for the warranty. If they can’t provide it, that’s a red flag.
💸Check the seller’s profile, is it new or relatively blank?
💸If you make a purchase and need to meet somebody to get it, choose somewhere well-lit and well populated in public, near CCTV. If it has to be somebody’s home, take someone with you and let someone else know where you’re going and when.
💸Be especially cautious when buying power tools or high-end toy brick building block sets.
Sadly, if you unknowingly buy stolen property, you’re aiding criminals and inadvertently supporting them to steal more.
If you find a suspect listing or social media scam, call 105, or report it with us online at 105.police.govt.nz
Join us for some last minute Christmas shopping at Riverlea. This is a free festive event for the community where you will find a wide range of gifts for Christmas.
There will be over 65 amazing stalls to shop with! Bone and Greenstone, Maori educational accessories, hand knits, leather moccasins,… View moreJoin us for some last minute Christmas shopping at Riverlea. This is a free festive event for the community where you will find a wide range of gifts for Christmas.
There will be over 65 amazing stalls to shop with! Bone and Greenstone, Maori educational accessories, hand knits, leather moccasins, crystals, clothing, toys, soaps, candles, woodwork, crochet, knitted toys, jewellery, health products, Maori Rongoa, Rawleighs products, candy, homemade jams, sauces and relishes, pottery, steel art, resin art, hooded towels, garden art and creations, pet products for all doggies, smoked and seasoned salt for all your food dishes and so much more!!
Enjoy a fresh coffee or beverage along with food, including Lil Orbit donuts and some homemade baking, as you have a wander around the event. There will be live music bringing a great vibe. There will also be stalls offering face painting, hair braiding and an interactive stall for you to create your own name bracelet.
Dawn, a Tarot Reader with over 30 years experience, will be available for anyone interested in having a reading with her. Dawn has an amazing gift and is highly recommended by people who have had readings with her.
The market will be open from 10am until 2pm on Saturday 21 December. Come along and make sure you are ready for Christmas! We can't wait to see you and everyone is welcome. Bring the family for a fun day.
Shop locally for Christmas and support local sellers!
Last Minute Christmas Shoppers Pop Up Market
Date: Saturday 21st December 2024
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Riverlea Theatre, 83 Riverlea Road, Hamilton NZ
FREE EVENT
Event info: www.facebook.com/events/1484115415626016/?ref=newsfeed
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce a new course entitled: "HIS325: An Introduction to the Religious, Cultural and Political Background of the ‘Inter-Testamental’ and ‘New Testamental’ Periods, aka the ‘Second Temple Period’" with Dr Dennis Green, PhD, beginning Wed 23 October… View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce a new course entitled: "HIS325: An Introduction to the Religious, Cultural and Political Background of the ‘Inter-Testamental’ and ‘New Testamental’ Periods, aka the ‘Second Temple Period’" with Dr Dennis Green, PhD, beginning Wed 23 October 2024, 7:00-8:30pm and running for 6 consecutive weeks.
This 6-week course examines the religio-cultural matrix which produced Judaism, Jesus and the earliest Jesus movement. This period brought about the death of ‘Ancient Israel’ and the birth of ‘Judaism’. We'll explore the intersection of Greek philosophy and Semetic theology. This historical period was an era of rapid religious change and uncertainty, massive cultural clashes and unending political turmoil. As a result, it was also an era of great religious creativity and diversity. This included the creation of a new religious movement in Judaea which would eventually spread throughout the Greco-Roman world.
Our courses are offered as in-person classes, live-streamed via Zoom, or via video recordings which are made available 1-2 days after each class session.
Register now or get more information by clicking on the Read More button below:
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