172 days ago

Poll: How are you feeling about the Waikato economy?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As 2025 reaches its halfway mark, Waikato is in an “enviable position” because of a steady resurgence of its rural economy.

While much of New Zealand grapples with slowing consumer spending, cautious hiring, and global uncertainty, Waikato has its agricultural strength.

How are you feeling about the Waikato economy? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How are you feeling about the Waikato economy?
  • 0% Positive
    0% Complete
  • 0% Uncertain
    0% Complete
  • 0% Negative
    0% Complete
  • 0% Other (explain in the comments)
    0% Complete
0 votes
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5 days ago

Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?

(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)

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10 days ago

Poll: Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Conflicting Healthy Homes inspection reports are raising concerns about the consistency of standards meant to ensure rental properties are safe and liveable.

In one recent case, a Cambridge rental property underwent two inspections within a week, with significantly different outcomes. The first, arranged by tenant Sara Lewis, identified multiple issues including mould, vermin, and ventilation concerns. A second inspection, arranged by property managers Harcourts, just six days later, found little to criticise.

Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live?
  • 21.1% Yes
    21.1% Complete
  • 78.9% No
    78.9% Complete
19 votes
7 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16% Hmm, maybe?
    16% Complete
  • 11.1% Yes!
    11.1% Complete
1159 votes