Rukuhia, Hamilton

161 days ago

Poll: Did you know St John's was fundraising to improve the Cambridge station?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Cambridge's ambulance station is one of 13 across the country that the organisation is trying to raise $4.5m for.

“The ageing and growing population in Cambridge has added pressure on the wider health system," Waikato District group operations manager Julia Te Huia said.

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Cambridge's ambulance station is one of 13 across the country that the organisation is trying to raise $4.5m for.

“The ageing and growing population in Cambridge has added pressure on the wider health system," Waikato District group operations manager Julia Te Huia said.

Did you know St John's was fundraising to improve the Cambridge station? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did you know St John's was fundraising to improve the Cambridge station?
  • 33.3% Yes
    33.3% Complete
  • 66.7% No
    66.7% Complete
3 votes
161 days ago

Poll: Have you seen this Flagstaff fixture?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The man behind a shipping container art ‘eyesore’ in Flagstaff vows that he hasn’t given up his battle to build there.

Owner David Yzendoorn says he’s been “put in a straitjacket” by council regulations, and he’s ready to go to the Supreme Court to be allowed to build a home.

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The man behind a shipping container art ‘eyesore’ in Flagstaff vows that he hasn’t given up his battle to build there.

Owner David Yzendoorn says he’s been “put in a straitjacket” by council regulations, and he’s ready to go to the Supreme Court to be allowed to build a home.

Have you seen this Flagstaff fixture? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you seen this Flagstaff fixture?
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 81.3% No
    81.3% Complete
16 votes
165 days ago

Pak'nSave supermarkets plead guilty to misleading prices

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Two Pak’nSave supermarkets have admitted breaching the Fair Trading Act by misleading consumers with inaccurate pricing.

The Commerce Commission filed criminal charges in March against Pak’nSave Silverdale, Auckland, and Pak’nSave Mill Street in Hamilton for alleged inaccurate pricing and … View more
Two Pak’nSave supermarkets have admitted breaching the Fair Trading Act by misleading consumers with inaccurate pricing.

The Commerce Commission filed criminal charges in March against Pak’nSave Silverdale, Auckland, and Pak’nSave Mill Street in Hamilton for alleged inaccurate pricing and misleading specials that may have breached the Fair Trading Act.

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163 days ago

Proud to be your Most Trusted Brand

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart. Find out more

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167 days ago

New role for former principal

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A former Hamilton secondary school principal is the University of Waikato’s new chancellor.

Susan Hassall, the former Hamilton Boys’ High School headmaster has been elected to the titular role leading the university and will start on July 1.

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165 days ago

Poll: Will you check your new valuation?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton house values have dropped an average 12% in new city council figures to be released on Thursday.

Residents will be able to check the latest valuation of their biggest asset online but they’ll have to wait a while yet to see how their individual rating valuations (RVs) affect how much … View more
Hamilton house values have dropped an average 12% in new city council figures to be released on Thursday.

Residents will be able to check the latest valuation of their biggest asset online but they’ll have to wait a while yet to see how their individual rating valuations (RVs) affect how much they’ll pay in rates and how various suburbs have fared.

Will you check your new valuation? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will you check your new valuation?
  • 61.5% Yes, definitely want to know
    61.5% Complete
  • 7.7% Maybe
    7.7% Complete
  • 30.8% No, doesn't make much difference to me
    30.8% Complete
26 votes
167 days ago

Poll: Do you think this is the right decision?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Plans to build up to 60 new state-owned homes in Endeavour Ave in Flagstaff, and another 47 in Melville, have been canned and the land could be sold as the Government continues its “reset” of Kāinga Ora.

Minister of Housing Chris Bishop and Kāinga Ora chief executive Matt Crockett last … View more
Plans to build up to 60 new state-owned homes in Endeavour Ave in Flagstaff, and another 47 in Melville, have been canned and the land could be sold as the Government continues its “reset” of Kāinga Ora.

Minister of Housing Chris Bishop and Kāinga Ora chief executive Matt Crockett last week announced the state housing provider would ditch plans for 212 state housing projects around the country, cancelling plans for up to 3500 new homes.

Do you think this is the right decision? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think this is the right decision?
  • 59.5% Yes
    59.5% Complete
  • 19% Not sure
    19% Complete
  • 21.4% No
    21.4% Complete
42 votes
165 days ago

Create a Family-Friendly Seedling Station with Resene Lustacryl

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Get the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with … View moreGet the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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165 days ago

Social housing ‘bullet’ dodged, say Flagstaff residents

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Flagstaff residents are jubilant a controversial Kainga Ora housing project has been scrapped, saying they’ve “dodged a bullet”.

The cancellation is part of a wider move by the Government to axe 212 state housing projects across the country, cancelling up to 3500 new homes.

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165 days ago

Poll: Did you know Waipā DC made a big decision about water this week?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

It’s being called the biggest decision in decades, and almost all of Waikato’s district councils have now decided on the future of water for their ratepayers.

And it all happened this week, with six of the seven councils party to Waikato Water Done Well (WWDW) negotiations making decisions … View more
It’s being called the biggest decision in decades, and almost all of Waikato’s district councils have now decided on the future of water for their ratepayers.

And it all happened this week, with six of the seven councils party to Waikato Water Done Well (WWDW) negotiations making decisions on Government-mandated water reforms - including Waipā.

Did you know Waipā DC made a big decision about water this week? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Did you know Waipā DC made a big decision about water this week?
  • 66.7% Yes
    66.7% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
3 votes
165 days ago

Poll: Do you think the bowel cancer screening age should be lower?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Two Waikato friends in their forties, both with terminal cancer, are begging the Government to lower the age for bowel cancer screening.

Jackie Robertson, 48, reached out to Kirsten Morland, 45, in January, soon after hearing about Morland’s bowel cancer diagnosis.

Do you think the bowel … View more
Two Waikato friends in their forties, both with terminal cancer, are begging the Government to lower the age for bowel cancer screening.

Jackie Robertson, 48, reached out to Kirsten Morland, 45, in January, soon after hearing about Morland’s bowel cancer diagnosis.

Do you think the bowel cancer screening age should be lower (45 instead of 58)? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think the bowel cancer screening age should be lower?
  • 93.8% Yes
    93.8% Complete
  • 6.3% No
    6.3% Complete
32 votes
166 days ago

What is happening in your community during the Winter School Holiday?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library: School Holiday events

Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
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Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library: School Holiday events

Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
Waikato Museum & Gallery: School Holiday Programme

Find a local playground
What about a cycling or trail adventure?

Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!

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166 days ago

Quiz Night - Fundraiser for Junior Track World Championships!

Helena from Cambridge

Come and have a great night out and support our local Team Sprint track cycling team as they raise money to help get them to the Junior Track World Championships in The Netherlands this August!

Alex Schuler, Ben Murphy, and Flynn Underwood will be competing against the best in the world in this… View more
Come and have a great night out and support our local Team Sprint track cycling team as they raise money to help get them to the Junior Track World Championships in The Netherlands this August!

Alex Schuler, Ben Murphy, and Flynn Underwood will be competing against the best in the world in this U19's event and invite you to come along for a fun filled night with some amazing auctions and raffle prizes up for grabs.

Please contact Cheryl Murphy by phone, text, or email for more information and to make a booking. If you don't have a full table, don't worry, we'll find one for you to join! 🚴🚴🚴

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166 days ago

What are your thoughts on the All Black squad named for the tests against France?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

As one Australian-born Chiefs prop prepares to pack his bags and move across the Tasman to pursue a potential test future with the Wallabies, another is relieved he stayed in New Zealand after earning a “shock” All Blacks call-up.

Sydney-born loosehead Ollie Norris was among … View more
As one Australian-born Chiefs prop prepares to pack his bags and move across the Tasman to pursue a potential test future with the Wallabies, another is relieved he stayed in New Zealand after earning a “shock” All Blacks call-up.

Sydney-born loosehead Ollie Norris was among five new faces named in the 33-man squad for next month’s three-test series against France – the main beneficiary of veteran Ofa Tuʻungafasi’s neck injury.

What are your thoughts on the All Black squad named for the tests against France?

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166 days ago

Poll: How are you feeling about the Waikato economy?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As 2025 reaches its halfway mark, Waikato is in an “enviable position” because of a steady resurgence of its rural economy.

While much of New Zealand grapples with slowing consumer spending, cautious hiring, and global uncertainty, Waikato has its agricultural strength.

How are you … View more
As 2025 reaches its halfway mark, Waikato is in an “enviable position” because of a steady resurgence of its rural economy.

While much of New Zealand grapples with slowing consumer spending, cautious hiring, and global uncertainty, Waikato has its agricultural strength.

How are you feeling about the Waikato economy? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How are you feeling about the Waikato economy?
  • 0% Positive
    0% Complete
  • 0% Uncertain
    0% Complete
  • 0% Negative
    0% Complete
  • 0% Other (explain in the comments)
    0% Complete
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