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2631 days ago

Lightning strikes - Power outages

The Team from WEL Networks

Due to lightning strikes we have a number of power outages across the Western and Northern parts of the Waikato and in Hamilton city.

Our crews are heading out to the various sites to assess the damage and where possible, make repairs. We have brought in additional resources to help us out but your patience is appreciated.

SAFETY COMES FIRST. If the work is unsafe, staff will make the site safe and return to repair the damage at an alternate time.

Please stay away from downed lines and do not try to remove trees or debris from lines.
Power out and not on our website? Call 0800 800 935.
outages.wel.co.nz...

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2 hours ago

Wild weather in the Waikato

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Waikato really copped it over the weekend, with wild weather leaving a hefty clean-up bill that may run into the millions.

While things are looking calmer in the days ahead, there are still plenty of slips and flooded roads across the district — so if you’re heading out, take it easy and stay alert.

We want to know: How did you and your whānau get on over the weekend?

Want to see what recovery will look like from here? The Waikato Times has the latest.

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5 days ago

Starting gun sounds for housing on Te Rapa Racecourse land with re-zoning

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton City councillors have signed off on a plan change that could see Te Rapa Racecourse swap stables for townhouses.

The deputy mayor says this paves the way for “basically creating a new suburb within the city”.

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5 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 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?
  • 59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.5% Complete
  • 26% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26% Complete
  • 14.5% ... It is complicated
    14.5% Complete
972 votes