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The regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.
Your vote puts them … View moreThe regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.
Your vote puts them in the running to win a prize package worth over $30,000. Be a good neighbour and make your vote today.
A leading Kiwi economist is predicting Waikato Water Done Well will save ratepayers up to $8000 on average by 2044 after taking on an independent review of the proposal.
However, Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says councils who want to go it alone with their water services will not … View moreA leading Kiwi economist is predicting Waikato Water Done Well will save ratepayers up to $8000 on average by 2044 after taking on an independent review of the proposal.
However, Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says councils who want to go it alone with their water services will not cope with increasing demands on infrastructure and “become increasingly isolated”.
Have you submitted to your council about what you think should happen with water services?
Motocross Skills - The Ultimate How-To Ride DVD
2004. Excellent condition.
Comprehensive motocross instructional video.
TransWorld Motocross Magazine presents Skills, starring factory Red Bull KTM star Ryan Hughes.
Skills will teach you all the ingredients to make you a better and … View moreMotocross Skills - The Ultimate How-To Ride DVD
2004. Excellent condition.
Comprehensive motocross instructional video.
TransWorld Motocross Magazine presents Skills, starring factory Red Bull KTM star Ryan Hughes.
Skills will teach you all the ingredients to make you a better and more well-rounded motocrosser. Cornering, jumping, starts, braking, passing and even training are all parts of this video.
The Chiefs will head to Dunedin minus one of their strike weapons, as they try and sew up top spot for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.
All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa will miss Friday night’s final-round clash against the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium due to the cut lip sustained in … View moreThe Chiefs will head to Dunedin minus one of their strike weapons, as they try and sew up top spot for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.
All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa will miss Friday night’s final-round clash against the Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium due to the cut lip sustained in last Saturday’s record win over Moana Pasifika.
How do you think this will affect the Chiefs? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Piako Concert Band are looking for new members!! We play a variety of music. If you play an instrument and can read music come along to the Waihou Hall on Tuesdays 7-9pm. Please ring or text Linda for more info 0272803102
Margarine tub lids, sauce bottle caps, jam jar tops, beer caps and countless other vessel-closers can finally get closure with a recycling option now available.
Three supermarkets in the region - New World Te Rapa, PAK’nSAVE Mill Street, and PAK’nSAVE Te Awamutu - have joined a growing … View moreMargarine tub lids, sauce bottle caps, jam jar tops, beer caps and countless other vessel-closers can finally get closure with a recycling option now available.
Three supermarkets in the region - New World Te Rapa, PAK’nSAVE Mill Street, and PAK’nSAVE Te Awamutu - have joined a growing nationwide recycling programme, giving a way to divert these items from the tip.
Will you use this recycling service? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Make a versatile, easy-to-make workbench perfect for your shed, greenhouse or conservatory stained with Resene Woodsman Smokey Ash. Find out how to make and stain your own with these easy step by step instructions.
A battle over 28 seconds has erupted into vandalism, outrage, and division on a quiet Tamahere street, after “vigilantes” ripped out traffic-calming measures installed by the district council.
Matthew Scarborough and Lauren McLean, who live on Birchwood Lane with their three children, … View moreA battle over 28 seconds has erupted into vandalism, outrage, and division on a quiet Tamahere street, after “vigilantes” ripped out traffic-calming measures installed by the district council.
Matthew Scarborough and Lauren McLean, who live on Birchwood Lane with their three children, say the act has undermined years of constructive work by residents who had been advocating for road safety.
What do you think about this roading move? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Health officials say they have found a likely bacterial cause of the gastroenteritis outbreak at the Waipa Business Awards, but the investigation continues into the source of the outbreak.
About 390 people attended the awards on May 2, with Te Whatu Ora estimating that 100 people have … View moreHealth officials say they have found a likely bacterial cause of the gastroenteritis outbreak at the Waipa Business Awards, but the investigation continues into the source of the outbreak.
About 390 people attended the awards on May 2, with Te Whatu Ora estimating that 100 people have experienced illness, including Waipa Mayor Susan O’Regan and her husband John Hayward.
A Morrinsville kindergarten paying $155 a year to use council land has asked for a lease extension, or suggested it could be gifted the property to secure its future.
But Central Kids, the owners of the kindy at 20 Rushton Place, could be in for a shock. Matamata-Piako District councillors … View moreA Morrinsville kindergarten paying $155 a year to use council land has asked for a lease extension, or suggested it could be gifted the property to secure its future.
But Central Kids, the owners of the kindy at 20 Rushton Place, could be in for a shock. Matamata-Piako District councillors delayed making any decisions and instructed staff to get a market valuation of the site, and investigate possible new lease conditions.
What do you think of this lease situation? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Along Hamilton’s riverside, where craft cocktails meet bold, modern cuisine, there’s one dish that’s quietly taken on cult status.
At Mr Pickles, the vibe is all urban polish with a side of playfulness - but the star of the show is pure comfort: a plate of golden fried chicken, slathered … View moreAlong Hamilton’s riverside, where craft cocktails meet bold, modern cuisine, there’s one dish that’s quietly taken on cult status.
At Mr Pickles, the vibe is all urban polish with a side of playfulness - but the star of the show is pure comfort: a plate of golden fried chicken, slathered in sticky chilli garlic caramel, kissed with Szechuan heat and topped with Kewpie mayo.
Have you tried this sticky chicken? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A mental health patient spent nearly two and a half years in Hamilton’s Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre mental health facility, with Health NZ saying patients are getting more complex as it gets harder to find housing and support to discharge people.
The patient’s two years and 110 days stay … View moreA mental health patient spent nearly two and a half years in Hamilton’s Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre mental health facility, with Health NZ saying patients are getting more complex as it gets harder to find housing and support to discharge people.
The patient’s two years and 110 days stay in the 60-bed facility was revealed in data released under the Official Information Act and comes as a city homeless shelter says it feels under pressure to act as a mental health facility when people do get released.
Felines are hiding out under people’s decks in “cat-infested Kihikihi”, and it’s prompted the Waipā District Council to ask DOC to add feral cats to the Predator Free hit list.
The Department of Conservation is seeking feedback on whether or not cats should be added to the list of … View moreFelines are hiding out under people’s decks in “cat-infested Kihikihi”, and it’s prompted the Waipā District Council to ask DOC to add feral cats to the Predator Free hit list.
The Department of Conservation is seeking feedback on whether or not cats should be added to the list of target predators in the Predator Free 2050 strategy.
Would you put feral cats on the predator list? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Ratepayers are facing a 20% higher cost than expected to establish a Hamilton-Waikato waters organisation as the bill hits $7.35 million.
Operating costs of $3.95 million are also outlined in a report to be discussed by city councillors this week and the recommendation is a tick of approval for … View moreRatepayers are facing a 20% higher cost than expected to establish a Hamilton-Waikato waters organisation as the bill hits $7.35 million.
Operating costs of $3.95 million are also outlined in a report to be discussed by city councillors this week and the recommendation is a tick of approval for the new service to run drinking water and waste water.
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