153 days ago

Poll: Do you think direct flights to Hamilton will bring more tourists?

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 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).

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Do you think direct flights to Hamilton will bring more tourists?
  • 64.3% Yes
    64.3% Complete
  • 23.8% Maybe
    23.8% Complete
  • 11.9% No
    11.9% Complete
42 votes
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🧩 Crack the Code: Today’s Riddle Challenge! 🤔

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What are your thoughts on the job losses at Kinleith Mill?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

“We’re moving to Australia.”

Those were the words shouted from the window of a passing car full of Kinleith Mill workers after hearing that at least 230 of them would be losing their jobs by the end of June.

What are your thoughts on the job losses at Kinleith Mill? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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