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188 days ago

Have you been past the old theatre lately?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It was a spectacle that would have thrilled anyone’s inner three-year-old.

And, on Tuesday afternoon, some actual three and two-year-olds were lucky enough to be among those looking on as a pair of gigantic orange demolition excavators tore into the northern wall of Hamilton’s Founders … View more
It was a spectacle that would have thrilled anyone’s inner three-year-old.

And, on Tuesday afternoon, some actual three and two-year-olds were lucky enough to be among those looking on as a pair of gigantic orange demolition excavators tore into the northern wall of Hamilton’s Founders Theatre in the manner of ravenous monsters.

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183 days ago

Are there roads you don't like to drive on in the Waikato?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Once a year Jeff Penno removes drawing pins from a wall map pinpointing serious and fatal crashes his crews have attended, and starts again.

It’s a poignant reminder that not all our roads are up to the standard of the Waikato Expressway - which is so safe the Waikato road policing manager … View more
Once a year Jeff Penno removes drawing pins from a wall map pinpointing serious and fatal crashes his crews have attended, and starts again.

It’s a poignant reminder that not all our roads are up to the standard of the Waikato Expressway - which is so safe the Waikato road policing manager doesn’t need to deploy his team there regularly.

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178 days ago

Matariki

The Team from Megan Smith & Co.

Mānawatia a Matariki ki a koutou katoa 🌟

Enjoy this time with your whānau, sharing kai and reflecting on the year that has been and setting aspirations for the year to come.

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178 days ago

30 Years of Homes & Gardens

NZ House & Garden

It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home … View more
It’s NZ House & Garden’s 30th birthday, and to celebrate they’ve put together a great offer that’ll light up your home. Purchase or gift a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and receive a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 for FREE*.

Enjoy inspirational home & garden content, convenient monthly home delivery, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, up to 27% off retail, and a Living Light luxury soy candle worth $56.90 when you become part of the NZ House & Garden community. *T&Cs apply.
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180 days ago

Poll: Has a dramatic life event ever made you take on a new challenge?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Opening a new restaurant in an economic downturn looks less risky than dropping his 14-day-old girl into a stranger’s arms while his house burned around him.

Chandan Kumar has brought Mac’s Steakhouse and Cocktails to Hamilton, just as many other hospitality venues in town struggle to get … View more
Opening a new restaurant in an economic downturn looks less risky than dropping his 14-day-old girl into a stranger’s arms while his house burned around him.

Chandan Kumar has brought Mac’s Steakhouse and Cocktails to Hamilton, just as many other hospitality venues in town struggle to get customers through the doors.

“Once, I lost everything. I have nothing to lose now,” he says.

Have you ever made a life change after a dramatic event? Tell us about it. (Please add NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.)

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Has a dramatic life event ever made you take on a new challenge?
  • 57.1% Yes
    57.1% Complete
  • 42.9% No
    42.9% Complete
7 votes
182 days ago

Would you stay in the hotel when it's built?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Those working either in, or in the shadow of, Hamilton’s largest building are excited by the prospect of it being transformed into the city’s newest luxry hotel.

But they’ve got plenty of questions about how it will work.

The Pullman hotel will bring new life to the Government Life … View more
Those working either in, or in the shadow of, Hamilton’s largest building are excited by the prospect of it being transformed into the city’s newest luxry hotel.

But they’ve got plenty of questions about how it will work.

The Pullman hotel will bring new life to the Government Life building initially opened in 1980.

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181 days ago

How do you think these two will go in the AB squad?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

New Chiefs All Blacks Wallace Sititi and Cortez Ratima were both left in “a state of shock” after their maiden call-ups to the national side on Monday evening.

Unlike those not involved in the Super Rugby Pacific final who had attended a camp last week and were then given a call to confirm … View more
New Chiefs All Blacks Wallace Sititi and Cortez Ratima were both left in “a state of shock” after their maiden call-ups to the national side on Monday evening.

Unlike those not involved in the Super Rugby Pacific final who had attended a camp last week and were then given a call to confirm their selection, Sititi and Ratima were left to find out their fate at the same time as the rest of the world.

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181 days ago

Pram for Sale

Catherine from Dinsdale

Pram for Sale, no longer required, $60 ono, many thks

182 days ago

Have you ever done a marathon fundraiser?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Zane Jowsey tries “everything on the planet” to help his son. Now he can add playing golf for 24 hours straight to the list.

Max, 18, uses a wheelchair - as do many who attend the Physical Assistance Centre at Hamilton’s Hillcrest High with him.

They love to “go and do excursions”, … View more
Zane Jowsey tries “everything on the planet” to help his son. Now he can add playing golf for 24 hours straight to the list.

Max, 18, uses a wheelchair - as do many who attend the Physical Assistance Centre at Hamilton’s Hillcrest High with him.

They love to “go and do excursions”, Zane Jowsey said, but it’s difficult with no van and 10 of 17 students in wheelchairs.

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192 days ago

Quiz Night

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Put your thinking caps on and prepare for this one-night-only event filled with brain-testing fundraiser.

Gather your team of four, or join individually and we'll match you with a team. Start sharpening your pencils because Saturday, 15th June is only a few weeks away!


We have a … View more
Put your thinking caps on and prepare for this one-night-only event filled with brain-testing fundraiser.

Gather your team of four, or join individually and we'll match you with a team. Start sharpening your pencils because Saturday, 15th June is only a few weeks away!


We have a fantastic Beauty Raffle to give away, so bring along $5 for 3 tickets. We will drawn the winner on the night.

Bring along some cash for 'Buy An Answer' if you think you might get stuck.

Saturday 15th of June
7pm - 9.30pm

At the Waikato Bridge Club
56 Brookfield St, Hamilton East, Hamilton

$10 per person, 4 people to a group.

Book your team at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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186 days ago

Have you tried this new Hamilton East bakery?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

When people pick a feed at Viands Brothers Bakery, they like a failsafe standard or a dose of nostalgia.

From Kihikihi to Hamilton East, the bakery creates elaborate treats and savouries fresh in store every day.

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182 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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183 days ago

Residents ‘dig’ Ryman’s Trees for Fees initiative

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with … View more
With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with Trees for Survival Charitable Trust to achieve this goal.

Click read more for the full story.

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183 days ago

What do you think of this way of funding a house build?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A group of tradies have banded together to build a spec house in the face of challenging times in the building industry.

The project, dubbed the Subbie Spec, is a joint venture between 3MS Bridleways Estate, Davies Homes and their subcontractors and suppliers. Overall, there are 40 partners … View more
A group of tradies have banded together to build a spec house in the face of challenging times in the building industry.

The project, dubbed the Subbie Spec, is a joint venture between 3MS Bridleways Estate, Davies Homes and their subcontractors and suppliers. Overall, there are 40 partners involved in the build, from builders to plumbers and everything in between.

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183 days ago

Edwin Campana opened his door to a smoke-filled hallway

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Leaning against a neighbour’s fence overlooking his former home, Edwin Campana thanked the Lord for getting him out of the burning house.

He and his brother Regnato were watching on as emergency services dealt with their burnt-out Maeroa home on Sunday afternoon.

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