Rukuhia, Hamilton

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230 days ago

Did you hear about this ramraid in Hamilton's north?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Ram raids in Waikato may be dropping overall but that didn’t stop New World Rototuna falling victim to such an attack for the first time early on Sunday morning.

Checkout manager Greg Jardim said it appeared about half a dozen youths had first broken in and then gone back to get a car so they … View more
Ram raids in Waikato may be dropping overall but that didn’t stop New World Rototuna falling victim to such an attack for the first time early on Sunday morning.

Checkout manager Greg Jardim said it appeared about half a dozen youths had first broken in and then gone back to get a car so they could ram the tobacco container.

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230 days ago

Have you ever watched the running of the sheep in Te Kūiti?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The people flocked and the sheep obliged with baaar-ley an issue.

The woolly ones ran on cue - and without incident, unless you count the odd wayward ewe diverting into a liqour store - as Te Kūiti’s Running of the Sheep event made a comeback on Saturday after a four-year pause due to … View more
The people flocked and the sheep obliged with baaar-ley an issue.

The woolly ones ran on cue - and without incident, unless you count the odd wayward ewe diverting into a liqour store - as Te Kūiti’s Running of the Sheep event made a comeback on Saturday after a four-year pause due to Covid-19 and health and safety concerns.

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230 days ago

Stay healthy for them this winter.

Ministry of Health

Get the best protection you can before winter. The flu vaccine is free if you’re over 65. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including diabetes, heart and lung diseases, and mental health conditions.

To book your flu vaccine … View more
Get the best protection you can before winter. The flu vaccine is free if you’re over 65. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including diabetes, heart and lung diseases, and mental health conditions.

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231 days ago

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232 days ago

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232 days ago

The Momentum Waikato Annual Report 2023 is now available!

The Team from Momentum Waikato

The Momentum Waikato Annual Report 2023 is now available!

You can read our Chair's Report from Neil Richardson at momentumwaikato.nz... and the full booklet as a PDF at momentumwaikato.nz....

It features the progress made in 2023 on the Waikato Regional Theatre and Tirohanga Houchen … View more
The Momentum Waikato Annual Report 2023 is now available!

You can read our Chair's Report from Neil Richardson at momentumwaikato.nz... and the full booklet as a PDF at momentumwaikato.nz....

It features the progress made in 2023 on the Waikato Regional Theatre and Tirohanga Houchen Wellness Space, and the stories of eight new philanthropic investment funds set up with us in FY2022-23.

It will give you an insight into what we do, so we hope you enjoy it!

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234 days ago

Have you used the Lions Lodge in Hamilton, or do you know someone who has?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A cancer lodge that had a $550-a-day shortfall has been thrown a lifeline in the form of more government funding.

The Lions Lodge in Hamilton provides stays and meals at no expense to patients travelling for treatment, and the extra money means Waikato BOP Cancer Society boss Helen Carter “can… View more
A cancer lodge that had a $550-a-day shortfall has been thrown a lifeline in the form of more government funding.

The Lions Lodge in Hamilton provides stays and meals at no expense to patients travelling for treatment, and the extra money means Waikato BOP Cancer Society boss Helen Carter “can sleep at night”.

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241 days ago

Rates increases

Sharon from Leamington

If council borrowing is at limit then stop spending our money . Rates increases are too high.
We are paying for projects such as adding speed humps, removing car lanes for bike tracks out of our rates.
If they want to add infrastructure then make developers pay for it.
Council appears to be … View more
If council borrowing is at limit then stop spending our money . Rates increases are too high.
We are paying for projects such as adding speed humps, removing car lanes for bike tracks out of our rates.
If they want to add infrastructure then make developers pay for it.
Council appears to be trying to shut business in town down

238 days ago

Happy Easter!

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240 days ago

Staying home over the break?

Toka Tū Ake EQC

The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy … View more
The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances

These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break.
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240 days ago

Feijoas

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241 days ago

Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial … View more
Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

Click read more for the full article.

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243 days ago

Easter Streaming 2024

The Team from NZ Compare

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243 days ago

Staying home over the break?

Toka Tū Ake EQC

The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy … View more
The long weekend is the perfect time to make your place safer for an earthquake with these steps:

• Find out where you can turn off your water and gas mains
• Check your chimney for any signs of wear and tear, or damage
• Check your home's foundations are secured
• Move heavy items that are up high to safer, lower down locations.
• Secure tall and heavy furniture and appliances

These simple actions can keep your whānau safer in case of a big shake, so tick them off and make the most of your break.
Find out more

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243 days ago

Say goodbye to tyre waste

Tyrewise

About 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.

The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first … View more
About 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.

The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first national tyre recycling scheme.

Tyrewise ensures that tyres in Aotearoa New Zealand are recycled or repurposed properly, saving millions from going to the landfill.

Find out more about the scheme online.
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