3274 days ago

Win a ticket and back the Chiefs against the Blues

Wayne Timmo Reporter from Waikato Times

Afternoon all,

New Zealand Investec Super Rugby Referees have had their eyes tested at Specsavers to ensure they have perfect vision for the matches ahead.

To celebrate the launch of the 2017 season and to help everyone keep their eyes on the ball our we're giving you that chance to win a double pass to the Chiefs vs Blues game at FMG Stadium in Hamilton on Friday March 3.

The winner will also get a voucher for two pairs of designer frames from Specsavers, and one Investec Super Rugby jersey.
To be in to win, comment below with your email address or, if you'd prefer, email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the subject line 'Competition'.

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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?
  • 59.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.9% Complete
  • 25.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.8% Complete
  • 14.4% ... It is complicated
    14.4% Complete
1017 votes
14 days ago

Poll: Are you a Te Huia fan?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

All three Hamilton MPs appear to be united behind the retention of the Te Huia passenger rail service between Hamilton and Auckland, as well as potentially expanding it to Tauranga.

But whether Hamilton East’s Ryan Hamilton, Hamilton West’s Tama Potaka and soon-to-be Labour list MP Georgie Dansey have the combined power to shunt transport minister Chris Bishop and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon onto their line of thinking remains to be seen.

Are you a Te Huia fan? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Are you a Te Huia fan?
  • 82.7% Yes
    82.7% Complete
  • 17.3% No
    17.3% Complete
75 votes
11 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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