Riverlea, Hamilton

30 days ago

Step by step for a great cause!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Our amazing Hillary Hikers from Edmund Hillary Village showed their support for Bowel Cancer New Zealand's Move Your Butt campaign this month!

Sporting the bright purple and orange campaign shirts, these wonderful walkers hit the Auckland waterfront and marched from Mission Bay to … View more
Our amazing Hillary Hikers from Edmund Hillary Village showed their support for Bowel Cancer New Zealand's Move Your Butt campaign this month!

Sporting the bright purple and orange campaign shirts, these wonderful walkers hit the Auckland waterfront and marched from Mission Bay to Kohimarama, raising awareness for bowel cancer and the importance of early detection along the way.

Click read more to read the full story.

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37 days ago

Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: … View more
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

Want to read more? The Press has you covered!

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🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
  • 53.9% Human-centred experience and communication
    53.9% Complete
  • 14.3% Critical thinking
    14.3% Complete
  • 29.4% Resilience and adaptability
    29.4% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I will share below!
    2.4% Complete
659 votes
31 days ago

Considering Renting Out Your Holiday Home?

Bachcare

Hey Neighbours,
Are you thinking about renting out your holiday home, or want better results from your short-term rental?

As part of the Neighbourly community, Bachcare is offering you a FREE short-term rental appraisal to help discover your property’s earning potential.

With over 20 years… View more
Hey Neighbours,
Are you thinking about renting out your holiday home, or want better results from your short-term rental?

As part of the Neighbourly community, Bachcare is offering you a FREE short-term rental appraisal to help discover your property’s earning potential.

With over 20 years of experience, Bachcare supports more than 1,500 homeowners nationwide with 24/7 guest management, local on-the-ground support, and professional cleaning services. We make hosting effortless while maximising your income.

Feel free to reach out to us if you want to find out more!

The Bachcare Team
Find out more

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31 days ago

‘Humble hero’ carries two deaf women from floating car in rising floodwaters

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A Taupō police officer rescued two profoundly deaf women from a floating car in fast-rising floodwaters, then put them up at his mum's house.
Constable Courtney Robertson has been called a “humble hero”.

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31 days ago

Bestsellers: Love at first bite leads to a career change

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

He comes from a country where pies aren't a thing, but Rathmony Chiv has made a career out of them.
You can find him at Bite The Pie Bakery & Cafe, 39A Vercoe Road, Beerescourt, Hamilton.

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32 days ago

Cows, creativity and country views at Mapari Farm

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

In the heart of the Hinuera Valley is a farming family making the most out of their stunning location.

While many families might butt heads working closely together or run the gauntlet of sibling rivalry, the Healey family couldn’t be happier running their dairy farm and accommodation, The … View more
In the heart of the Hinuera Valley is a farming family making the most out of their stunning location.

While many families might butt heads working closely together or run the gauntlet of sibling rivalry, the Healey family couldn’t be happier running their dairy farm and accommodation, The Rocks, together.

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32 days ago

Why no-one’s swimming at Little Waipā Reserve

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Little Waipā Reserve is an idyllic spot at the southern end of Lake Karāpiro but look a little closer and you’ll find it’s not the place to take a refreshing dip in the Waikato River.

The Waikato Times visited the popular campsite on Sunday to find out what campers thought of the water … View more
Little Waipā Reserve is an idyllic spot at the southern end of Lake Karāpiro but look a little closer and you’ll find it’s not the place to take a refreshing dip in the Waikato River.

The Waikato Times visited the popular campsite on Sunday to find out what campers thought of the water quality, and if reports of toxic algae in the river’s hydro lakes was putting them off.

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33 days ago

Lounge 2 seater and 3 seater

Silvia from Tamahere

Lounge 2 and 3 seater in great condition
Bought from Harvey Norman
Pick it up at Newell Road, Tamahere
Welcome to email or call me. Thanks :)

Price: $100

34 days ago

5.50kg Samsung washing machine

Silvia from Tamahere

Excellent working condition
Bought from Harvey Norman
Pick it up at Newell Road, Tamahere
Welcome to message or call me. Thanks :))

Price: $80

36 days ago

The latest product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in … View more
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
⚠️Cereulide toxin risk in Nestlé brand Alfamino Infant Formula (0-12 months) recalled due to the possible presence of the toxin cereulide
Nestlé Milo Dipped Snack Bars
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Nature Baby Sleeping Gown

Product Recalls: Toys
Sensory Game Controller - sold at Kmart

Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Outside Beauty & Skincare SPF 50+ Mineral Primer (2 batches)
Anessa and Shiseido Anessa sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Biore and Kao Biore sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Kose Sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Mentholatum sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Pigeon sunscreens sold only at Daikoku
Rohto sunscreens sold only at Daikoku

Product Recalls: Electronics
Harvest Right Freeze Dryer HRFDSBKP-PP sold at Costco

Product Recalls: Other
Michelin X Multi Z and X Line Energy Z, size: 355/50R22.5, load/speed index:156K
UPDATED GASGAS Motorcycles: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross model motorcycles with BRAKTEC brake system. New VINS added

Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.

See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!

36 days ago

Enrol now for Term 2 @ Fraser ACE!

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

Enrolments for Term 2 are open now!

Visit www.fraserace.ac.nz... to check out our wide range of classes.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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44 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like … View more
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 60.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60.3% Complete
  • 25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.7% Complete
  • 14% ... It is complicated
    14% Complete
1353 votes
37 days ago

Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 … View more
A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.

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43 days ago

Derelict Tokanui Hospital site in line for a clean-up

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Derelict Tokanui Hospital buildings will be demolished and contaminated land cleaned up so the site can be offered back to iwi.

The former psychiatric hospital, southeast of Te Awamutu, sits on land taken from Ngāti Maniapoto under the Public Works Act in 1910.

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38 days ago

Taupō college to remain closed this week as fire clean-up continues

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Taupō-nui-a-Tia College will be closed for the rest of this week, and possibly for longer as students begin online classes, and unofficial estimates for repair to a devastating school fire could head into the millions.

The school’s entire N-block (Nelson Block) building, and its adjoining Bay… View more
Taupō-nui-a-Tia College will be closed for the rest of this week, and possibly for longer as students begin online classes, and unofficial estimates for repair to a devastating school fire could head into the millions.

The school’s entire N-block (Nelson Block) building, and its adjoining Bay Trust Health Centre, were completely destroyed in an alleged arson on Sunday, February 8.

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