312 days ago

Lack of support has helpers of Hamilton's homeless in despair

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

At the the Hamilton Men’s Nightshelter, it’s a tale of guests being preyed upon by criminals, staff who are overwhelmed and stressed, a lack of beds, unsupportive government agencies, and an uncaring - or simply unaware - public.

The nightshelters are increasingly becoming the metaphorical ambulance at the bottom of the cliff for the city’s most vulnerable residents.

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8 days ago

Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?

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Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
  • 76.3% Inside!
    76.3% Complete
  • 23.7% On top!
    23.7% Complete
1196 votes
8 days ago

Looking for kids trike

Aaron from Chartwell

Hi there, anyone got any kids trikes like this in Hamilton area, they want to get rid of. Looking for couple for craft project.

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5 days ago

‘Simply irresponsible’: Wallaby likely kept as pet in Hamilton, regional council says

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A wallaby spotted in Hamilton was probably kept as a pet, the regional council says - and that’s “simply irresponsible”.

The dama wallaby, which had an immature joey in its pouch, was spotted in Frankton on March 3, reported and killed, Waikato Regional Council says.

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