Rukuhia, Hamilton

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

1882 days ago

Does your cat deserve some plush furnishings?

The Team from

Your cat will love this easy-to make contemporary cat tree. Paint in Resene testpots to complement your décor or accent it.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1882 days ago

Peppertree Luxury Accommodation FOR SALE!

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty

This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View more
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.

Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.

Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.

A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.

This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.

Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
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1885 days ago

Poll: SHAWS BIRD PARK AT RISK - THORNY ISSUE

Rudi from Hamilton Lake

Waikato couple fighting road through their bird sanctuary hope '10,000 people tie themselves to trees'

The Shaws are holding out against a council plan to put a road through a bird sanctuary on their property for a subdivision are hoping thousands of people tie themselves to trees along … View more
Waikato couple fighting road through their bird sanctuary hope '10,000 people tie themselves to trees'

The Shaws are holding out against a council plan to put a road through a bird sanctuary on their property for a subdivision are hoping thousands of people tie themselves to trees along the route to stall the roadworks.
Seven Sharp reports Murray and Margaret Shaw have created a sanctuary for birds that's free for the public to enjoy. And they don't want to sell.
The couple reckon they've planted 3500 trees so far, which Mr Shaw said has cost "hundreds of thousands" of dollars.
But Hamilton City Council has decided the Shaws' property is perfect for a through-road for The Peacocks subdivision.
The proposed road will go across a nearby gully before continuing on through the bird park.
"That was the optimal route through to achieve the connections that need to be achieved," said Richard Briggs of the council.

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SHAWS BIRD PARK AT RISK - THORNY ISSUE
  • 9.9% Build the Road
    9.9% Complete
  • 85.4% Save the Bird Park
    85.4% Complete
  • 2.1% Just don't know
    2.1% Complete
  • 2.6% Don't care
    2.6% Complete
192 votes
1883 days ago

Fun geocaching activity for family and friends

The Team from Ministry of Education

Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View more
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.

It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250

1884 days ago

VOTING CLOSES SATURDAY 12th OCTOBER AT 12 NOON - VOTE NOW

Rudi from Hamilton Lake

PLEASE GO OUT AND VOTE - HERE ARE THE DETAILS FOR SATURDAY'S VOTING IN HAMILTON
The Council offices will be open this Saturday 12TH October from 9am to 12pm for the purpose of receiving votes and to process special votes. There will also be a drive through station set up on Anglesea St outside… View more
PLEASE GO OUT AND VOTE - HERE ARE THE DETAILS FOR SATURDAY'S VOTING IN HAMILTON
The Council offices will be open this Saturday 12TH October from 9am to 12pm for the purpose of receiving votes and to process special votes. There will also be a drive through station set up on Anglesea St outside Council during these hours so people can drop their votes off without having to get out of their car.
The community libraries (Chartwell, St Andrew's, Glenview, Dinsdale, Hillcrest) will also have ballot boxes available up until 12pm on Saturday.

1884 days ago

Should more supermarkets offer "quiet hours"?

Reporter Cambridge Edition

Countdown will offer low-sensory quiet hours in its stores nationwide. These hours are intended to help families with children who are sensitive to surroundings, particularly those with autism.

Will this benefit your family? Should it be rolled out across other supermarkets?
Find out more here.

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1885 days ago

2006 Mercedes Benz C180 Kompressor Coupe NZ New

Heather from Tamahere

Very good condition, 87740 Kms, 1796cc, automatic, warrant and rego.
Really nice to drive. Comfortable with lots of features including reversing sensors, leather seats and electric sunroof.
Excellent mechanically, recent service and 2 near new tyres.
Interior is in excellent condition. Exterior … View more
Very good condition, 87740 Kms, 1796cc, automatic, warrant and rego.
Really nice to drive. Comfortable with lots of features including reversing sensors, leather seats and electric sunroof.
Excellent mechanically, recent service and 2 near new tyres.
Interior is in excellent condition. Exterior is also generally very tidy, just one small dent from someone opening a car door against it.
Has been very loved by owner who is only selling because of moving overseas.

Negotiable

1885 days ago

Ever thought of taking a night school class?

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.

Enrol now for term four, starts 22nd October 2019. You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!

Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Enrol Now!

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1886 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 35.3% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    35.3% Complete
  • 25.9% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    25.9% Complete
  • 38.8% No - it's not the parents' choice
    38.8% Complete
1509 votes
1891 days ago

Poll: Should daylight saving be abolished?

Reporter Hamilton Press

The European Parliament has already voted to abolish daylight saving from 2021, due to studies that highlighted the connection between daylight saving and health issues.

For some, having more daylight hours is beneficial, but for others, it can really interrupt their sleep cycle. What are your … View more
The European Parliament has already voted to abolish daylight saving from 2021, due to studies that highlighted the connection between daylight saving and health issues.

For some, having more daylight hours is beneficial, but for others, it can really interrupt their sleep cycle. What are your thoughts?

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Should daylight saving be abolished?
  • 25% Yes - it messes with my sleep rhythm
    25% Complete
  • 62.9% No - I enjoy having more daylight hours
    62.9% Complete
  • 12.1% I'm not bothered either way
    12.1% Complete
380 votes
1886 days ago

Careers at Silver Fern Farms

Silver Fern Farms

Silver Fern Farms offer a great team environment, good money and the opportunity to develop a lasting career in the meat processing industry.

Full training will be provided that will enable you to achieve high standards of processing skills and a chance to gain National Qualifications through … View more
Silver Fern Farms offer a great team environment, good money and the opportunity to develop a lasting career in the meat processing industry.

Full training will be provided that will enable you to achieve high standards of processing skills and a chance to gain National Qualifications through the NZQA.

So, if you are looking at a new career or a change in career and enjoy working in a team, have a "can-do" attitude, keen to learn, not afraid of hard work, we would like to hear from you.
Find out more

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1887 days ago

OBD2 Diagnostic scan tool with built in multimeter

Desmond from Dinsdale

Brand new, opened to test. Diagnostic tool for your car to check the engine fault codes. Compatible with American cars from 1996, European from 2002, Japanese from 2006. Has a built in battery and a multimeter and a very useful ac voltmeter that behaves like a basic oscilloscope. I have several … View moreBrand new, opened to test. Diagnostic tool for your car to check the engine fault codes. Compatible with American cars from 1996, European from 2002, Japanese from 2006. Has a built in battery and a multimeter and a very useful ac voltmeter that behaves like a basic oscilloscope. I have several other scan tools if interested, one that does ABS and airbags as well.

Price: $140

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