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2814 days ago
2814 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
2815 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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2815 days ago

Hamilton Lake's bird poo

Reporter Hamilton Press

So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be… View more
So too much bird poo could be contributing to the poor water quality of Lake Rotoroa. What improvements would you like to see at the lake? We're keen to hear for a story on Hamilton City Council's draft management plan for the lake.
*Please post NFP if you do not wish your comments to be used for a story.

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2818 days ago

Meth addicts swamping drug rehab facilities

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.
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Morning neighbours,

Methamphetamine appears to be closing in on alcohol as the nation's most addictive substance.

Usage is so rampant that Waikato District Health Board workers say it has endangered the region's methadone programme and pushed rehab facilities to maximum capacity.

Have you seen meth's impact in the community? And what do you think should be done about the issue?

We're also on the lookout for meaningful stories in this area so please email news@waikatotimes.co.nz if you have a story to tell.

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2815 days ago

BONBON Range arriving soon

Fhazeel from Northcare Pukete Pharmacy

Bonbon is a range of bath, beauty and body products which is 100% Vegan. Why are they 100% Vegan? They are because they can, they have the technology to bring you all of these delightful quality products that do what they say they will, without using animals in any way. Isn’t that delightful? … View moreBonbon is a range of bath, beauty and body products which is 100% Vegan. Why are they 100% Vegan? They are because they can, they have the technology to bring you all of these delightful quality products that do what they say they will, without using animals in any way. Isn’t that delightful? Doesn’t that make you feel good? It is a choice they have made to bring you the best products made with goodness.

2815 days ago

Volunteer today with NZ Red Cross in Hamilton

Jason Sebestian from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

Wanting to volunteer for NZ Red Cross but not sure how?
Come to one of our information sessions to learn about what opportunities await you.

Monday 27th February 2017
New Zealand Red Cross
422 Te Rapa Road, Hamilton
• 9.30am-10.30am
• 6.00pm-7.00pm

You can RSVP by either phone or … View more
Wanting to volunteer for NZ Red Cross but not sure how?
Come to one of our information sessions to learn about what opportunities await you.

Monday 27th February 2017
New Zealand Red Cross
422 Te Rapa Road, Hamilton
• 9.30am-10.30am
• 6.00pm-7.00pm

You can RSVP by either phone or email:
07 849 0285
shally.arora@redcross.org.nz

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2816 days ago

Tree pruning job on Alma St on 23 February

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Today a large elm tree at the foot of Alma Street, near the Novotel Tainui Hotel, will see some temporary disruptions to traffic in central Hamilton.

Although at the foot of the street, it is feasible there may be delays to vehicles using Alma Street and those parking in the riverside carpark … View more
Today a large elm tree at the foot of Alma Street, near the Novotel Tainui Hotel, will see some temporary disruptions to traffic in central Hamilton.

Although at the foot of the street, it is feasible there may be delays to vehicles using Alma Street and those parking in the riverside carpark adjacent to Novotel and SkyCity.

The job will commence at 9am, and is expected to take most of the working day.

2816 days ago

Volunteers and donations needed!

St John Opportunity Shop

St John has always had a strong community presence in Hamilton which has recently increased thanks to the opening of a new opportunity shop in Frankton. The local community has rallied behind this venture, supporting it with donations and shop fittings.

Proceeds from items sold in the shop will … View more
St John has always had a strong community presence in Hamilton which has recently increased thanks to the opening of a new opportunity shop in Frankton. The local community has rallied behind this venture, supporting it with donations and shop fittings.

Proceeds from items sold in the shop will be used to support St John emergency ambulance services and community programmes such as Health Shuttles, Caring Caller and St John Youth programmes. St John Opportunity Shop is currently recruiting volunteers and seeking donations of items that can be sold in the shop. Donations can be dropped off at 1 Rawhiti Street, Frankton.
Learn more

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2816 days ago

Rocked by earthquake in 2011, in the Rockabilly Festival in 2017.

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton's Monique McLennan has found a way to overcome the devasting impact of the 2011 Christchurch Earthquake. We're keen to hear from other neighbours who fled the south to start a new life in the Waikato. Share your stories with us and your neighbours via the Hamilton Press!

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2816 days ago

Emergency kit

The Team from Hamilton City Council

Do you have three litres of stored water per person in your house? Hopefully, because that's the rule of thumb to have ready in your emergency kit. An event when your kit could come in handy could be anything from an earthquake, to loss of power in a storm, or, as we have seen recently, an … View moreDo you have three litres of stored water per person in your house? Hopefully, because that's the rule of thumb to have ready in your emergency kit. An event when your kit could come in handy could be anything from an earthquake, to loss of power in a storm, or, as we have seen recently, an unexpected water supply issue.

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2821 days ago

Te Reo Maori- Maori Language Beginners Class

Syrina Pene from Te Rongopai Community Trust (GOOD NEWS COMMUNITY CENTRE)

Kia Ora Neighbours
Remember to join us for beginners Maori language classes at 5.30-7pm on Monday nights.
We look forward to meeting with you. Bring a pen and notebook. Bring a friend too.

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