Rototuna North, Hamilton

266 days ago

Do you know anyone who's 'taken a seat' in the theatre?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Three organisations dedicated to improving the lives of the region’s residents - Creative Waikato, Sport Waikato and Community Waikato - are formally backing Hamilton’s new theatre.

And it is a case of “the three Waikatos” backing the theatre in a very literal fashion, with the names of … View more
Three organisations dedicated to improving the lives of the region’s residents - Creative Waikato, Sport Waikato and Community Waikato - are formally backing Hamilton’s new theatre.

And it is a case of “the three Waikatos” backing the theatre in a very literal fashion, with the names of the three community trusts soon to be adorning a plaque attached to three chairs in the 1300-seat facility.

Do you know anyone who's 'taken a seat' in the theatre? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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265 days ago

Poll: Have you been eating out less?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A city eatery says it’s struggling to stay afloat as hospitality businesses push on after one of industry’s hardest years.

Customers in the CBD are spending less and struggle with parking, cafes and restaurants say. There are also “up and down” customer numbers and street sleepers making… View more
A city eatery says it’s struggling to stay afloat as hospitality businesses push on after one of industry’s hardest years.

Customers in the CBD are spending less and struggle with parking, cafes and restaurants say. There are also “up and down” customer numbers and street sleepers making the CBD feel unsafe.

Have you been eating out less? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you been eating out less?
  • 77.8% Yes
    77.8% Complete
  • 13.9% About the same
    13.9% Complete
  • 0% No, but I order something cheaper
    0% Complete
  • 8.3% No
    8.3% Complete
36 votes
265 days ago

What do you think about hosting the music festival here?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton’s in the running to host the Homegrown music festival, but first it has to see off rivals New Plymouth, Rotorua and Dunedin.

In the wake of the last Homegrown to be staged at Wellington’s waterfront, festival organiser Andrew Tuck told the Waikato Times that moving the event to … View more
Hamilton’s in the running to host the Homegrown music festival, but first it has to see off rivals New Plymouth, Rotorua and Dunedin.

In the wake of the last Homegrown to be staged at Wellington’s waterfront, festival organiser Andrew Tuck told the Waikato Times that moving the event to Hamilton, or somewhere else within Waikato, is “definitely possible”.

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265 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Linda Jones Retirement Village

FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM

After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!

Don’t miss joining us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, … View more
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH, 10AM - 2PM

After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!

Don’t miss joining us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating villages only, terms and conditions apply.

Click read more for more information.

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276 days ago

Poll: Would you use a pet cemetery?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.

The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.

Is a local pet cemetery something … View more
Dave Stephens has created a pet cemetery on his land.

The 10-acre site in Albany, Auckland, features graves nestled among beautifully manicured gardens and unique art pieces, offering a serene space where visitors can pay their respects in their own way.

Is a local pet cemetery something you think you would use? Share your thoughts below.

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Would you use a pet cemetery?
  • 31.3% Yes
    31.3% Complete
  • 67.2% No
    67.2% Complete
  • 1.5% Other - I'll share below
    1.5% Complete
1873 votes
287 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for pears?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the April issue.

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269 days ago

Cork Hot Plate

Debi from Rototuna North

Timber frame and cork hot plate. I used it for hot plates out of the over or hot pots off the stove.
Corks are a rare thing these days.
Unique!

Price: $20

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269 days ago

Serving Tray

Debi from Rototuna North

Really cool enamel serving tray.

Price: $10

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269 days ago

Wine Bottle Cooler's

Debi from Rototuna North

Wine bottle coolers.

Great for a hot day BBQ or just on the table while having a dinner party!

$10.00 for both would rather sell as a set of 2. or $10.00 for 1 (each)

Price: $5

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269 days ago

Coffee/ Dessert Glasses

Debi from Rototuna North

Coffee cups or I used them for fancy desserts also.
Parfaits or mousse desserts layered.
6 in total selling as a set.
$30.00 equals $5 each really good price. I purchased in Australia for $75.00 set of 6.

Price: $30

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269 days ago

Glass Dishes

Debi from Rototuna North

Glass dishes

Oven proof with the lids.

Both for $15.00

Price: $15

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269 days ago

Pavers

Debi from Rototuna North

24 pavers

Great to create a paver step by step walkway or a small patio for plants.

Size: 230mm X 230mm

They have all been cleaned.

Price: $20

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269 days ago

Tomato Stakes

Debi from Rototuna North

Tomato Stakes and attachments.

$10.00 the lot!

Price: $10

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269 days ago

Bamboo Stakes

Debi from Rototuna North

Bamboo stakes. great for veggie gardens planters or inground gardens.

3 Large and 3 small.

I used them for holding up green pepper plants and jalapeno pepper plants.

Price: $12

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269 days ago

Wall Shelving

Debi from Rototuna North

Wall shelving.

Great for the kitchen and/ or above your laundry.

$10.00 each

Price: $10

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