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Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

41 days ago

Does Your Organisation Need New Flooring?

Carpet Court

Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one … View moreIs the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Your organisation could be eligible to receive $2,000 + gst from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to go towards new flooring. Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!

Carpet Court is continuing its’ mission to help improve Kiwi kids’ learning environments by rolling out its’ nationwide fund for the fifth year in a row. Apply today!
Find out more

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42 days ago

Poll: Do you think this farming-solar combo idea will be popular?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It’s farming, but not as we know it.

Sheep are grazing under solar panels in a Waikato first that could become more common as farmers look to diversify their incomes.

Do you think this farming-solar combo idea will be popular? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you … View more
It’s farming, but not as we know it.

Sheep are grazing under solar panels in a Waikato first that could become more common as farmers look to diversify their incomes.

Do you think this farming-solar combo idea will be popular? 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 farming-solar combo idea will be popular?
  • 56.7% Yes
    56.7% Complete
  • 33.3% Maybe
    33.3% Complete
  • 10% No
    10% Complete
30 votes
42 days ago

Poll: Do you keep an eye on the property market?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Almost 11% of recently sold homes in Waikato District made a loss, new data shows, and the figure’s similar in Hamilton.

They’re the parts of the region where losses were the most likely according to new data from CoreLogic, which covers July to September.

Do you keep an eye on the … View more
Almost 11% of recently sold homes in Waikato District made a loss, new data shows, and the figure’s similar in Hamilton.

They’re the parts of the region where losses were the most likely according to new data from CoreLogic, which covers July to September.

Do you keep an eye on the property market? 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 keep an eye on the property market?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Sometimes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
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51 days ago

Free Website

Wai from Fitzroy

Hello 👋 I’m looking to practice building websites and enhancing existing ones that could use a refresh. If you’d like a website for your business or want to improve an existing one, feel free to reach out!

I do work full-time, so my availability may be a bit limited, but if the project is… View more
Hello 👋 I’m looking to practice building websites and enhancing existing ones that could use a refresh. If you’d like a website for your business or want to improve an existing one, feel free to reach out!

I do work full-time, so my availability may be a bit limited, but if the project is something straightforward and within my skillset, I’d be happy to do it free of charge.

Let me know if you're interested!

42 days ago

Have you noticed this in your supermarket visits?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A licence renewal “error” could mean one Hamilton supermarket will be left dry for an uncertain time as the festive season approaches.

Clarence St Pak‘nSave’s off-licence expired on September 27, and a public notice from the council posted on October 11 stated a completely new … View more
A licence renewal “error” could mean one Hamilton supermarket will be left dry for an uncertain time as the festive season approaches.

Clarence St Pak‘nSave’s off-licence expired on September 27, and a public notice from the council posted on October 11 stated a completely new off-licence application had been made.

Have you noticed this in your supermarket visits?

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42 days ago

Spring gardening tips

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.

Click read more for more … View more
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.

Click read more for more information.

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42 days ago

FREE BBQ in good condition

Rosaleen from Hamilton East

We're downsizing and have a big BBQ to pass on. Kent Premier 4 burner BBQ in wooden frame (2 wheels) with lid and temp indicator for smoking and baking. Includes gas cylinder (unknown age or condition). Needs a clean.
Must pick up. Dimensions 1,400 wide x 800 deep (with lid up).
Call me on … View more
We're downsizing and have a big BBQ to pass on. Kent Premier 4 burner BBQ in wooden frame (2 wheels) with lid and temp indicator for smoking and baking. Includes gas cylinder (unknown age or condition). Needs a clean.
Must pick up. Dimensions 1,400 wide x 800 deep (with lid up).
Call me on 027 241 2990 if interested.

Free

43 days ago

What do you think about this car park's condition?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Tokoroa local says the car park at Tokoroa Hospital is a “third world” shambles and is not a good look for the town’s public medical centre.

Olaf Langhenkel said the state of the car park, which is riddled with potholes and past attempts at repair, had been deteriorating for around five … View more
A Tokoroa local says the car park at Tokoroa Hospital is a “third world” shambles and is not a good look for the town’s public medical centre.

Olaf Langhenkel said the state of the car park, which is riddled with potholes and past attempts at repair, had been deteriorating for around five years and nothing had been done about it.

What do you think about this car park's condition? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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48 days ago

Poll: Will work on CBD waters infrastructure affect you?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Keeping a sea of road cones and their accompanying pipe and roadworks from bringing Hamilton’s CBD to a grinding halt is now a key focus at city hall.

A massive waters infrastructure rollout starts in 2026 with getting the work right a key challenge for Hamilton City Council in the face of … View more
Keeping a sea of road cones and their accompanying pipe and roadworks from bringing Hamilton’s CBD to a grinding halt is now a key focus at city hall.

A massive waters infrastructure rollout starts in 2026 with getting the work right a key challenge for Hamilton City Council in the face of various CBD issues, including recent concerns over safety and offensive behaviour .

Will work on CBD waters infrastructure affect you? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Will work on CBD waters infrastructure affect you?
  • 13.8% Yes, a lot
    13.8% Complete
  • 27.6% A bit
    27.6% Complete
  • 58.6% No
    58.6% Complete
29 votes
51 days ago

What do you think will change once Hamilton overtakes the capital?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

How long it’ll take depends on who you ask and you can measure it in years, elections, or Rugby world cups.

But Hamilton City will eventually be home to more people than Wellington City - likely in somewhere between 24 or 34 years according to Statistics NZ and Waikato University.

What do … View more
How long it’ll take depends on who you ask and you can measure it in years, elections, or Rugby world cups.

But Hamilton City will eventually be home to more people than Wellington City - likely in somewhere between 24 or 34 years according to Statistics NZ and Waikato University.

What do you think will change once Hamilton overtakes the capital? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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42 days ago

New 4bdm apartment I Hamilton Central city for rent

Gloria from Morrinsville

- 1 min walk to Centre Place, 2 min walk to Bus station and Wintec
- in Victoria St
Call 0211696403

Negotiable

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43 days ago

Open Day - Kerepark Christmas Trees - Morrinsville

Alton from Morrinsville

The public is welcome to come out and enjoy a family day at Kerepark Christmas Trees and enjoy Loxies sip squad coffee, MAFC Sausage Sizzle fundraiser & Cookie Time Christmas Cookies all in one location.
Tag a tree for pick up later so you get the best ones!
For more info see our flyer or … View more
The public is welcome to come out and enjoy a family day at Kerepark Christmas Trees and enjoy Loxies sip squad coffee, MAFC Sausage Sizzle fundraiser & Cookie Time Christmas Cookies all in one location.
Tag a tree for pick up later so you get the best ones!
For more info see our flyer or check out our website www.kereparkchristmastres.co.nz...

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43 days ago

Gluten-free meals on wheels

Alan from Cambridge

Does anyone you know do gluten free meals on wheels
027 389 3505 day time.

Negotiable

43 days ago

Poll: Do you think a motel will be good for the Lake Karāpiro area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waipā is losing accommodation dollars to Hamilton and Rotorua because it doesn’t have enough beds for visitors at Lake Karāpiro, say event managers at Mighty River Domain.

Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk and husband Andrew Reymer – who have managed the reserve for 20 years - have seen a … View more
Waipā is losing accommodation dollars to Hamilton and Rotorua because it doesn’t have enough beds for visitors at Lake Karāpiro, say event managers at Mighty River Domain.

Deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk and husband Andrew Reymer – who have managed the reserve for 20 years - have seen a “complete transformation” of reserve use over the years.

Do you think a motel will be good for the Lake Karāpiro area? 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 a motel will be good for the Lake Karāpiro area?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Maybe
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
43 days ago

Who do you want to nominate?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View more
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."

To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.

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