Whatawhata, Hamilton

22 days ago

What do you think about these new tourism campaigns for our region?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Getting more Aussies to fly into Hamilton – and cycle the country’s Great Rides – are the aims of new tourism campaigns backed by Government cash.

The two Waikato-led campaigns netted just over $1 million between them in the second round of the Regional Tourism Boost Fund. The aim is to … View more
Getting more Aussies to fly into Hamilton – and cycle the country’s Great Rides – are the aims of new tourism campaigns backed by Government cash.

The two Waikato-led campaigns netted just over $1 million between them in the second round of the Regional Tourism Boost Fund. The aim is to bring in more tourists during the quieter period over autumn and early winter.

What do you think about these new tourism campaigns for our region? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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22 days ago

Poll: Do you know someone who's donated a kidney or received a transplant?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

“Someone did something that changed my life," Stuart Brizzle says.
He almost ignored the phone call that changed everything as he was battling renal failure, and trying to drown out the whir of the home dialysis machine by listening to rain sounds on his phone.

Do you know someone … View more
“Someone did something that changed my life," Stuart Brizzle says.
He almost ignored the phone call that changed everything as he was battling renal failure, and trying to drown out the whir of the home dialysis machine by listening to rain sounds on his phone.

Do you know someone who's donated a kidney or received a transplant? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you know someone who's donated a kidney or received a transplant?
  • 22.2% Yes
    22.2% Complete
  • 77.8% No
    77.8% Complete
9 votes
22 days ago

How are you finding the rental market?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato renters could have more cash in their wallets after average rents in the region fell 3.1% over the past year.

However, one advocacy group says falling prices alone are not enough and wants to see targeted legislation to better support renters negotiating fairer rents with their … View more
Waikato renters could have more cash in their wallets after average rents in the region fell 3.1% over the past year.

However, one advocacy group says falling prices alone are not enough and wants to see targeted legislation to better support renters negotiating fairer rents with their landlords.

How are you finding the rental market? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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23 days ago

Get painting and wallpapering - Sale now on at Resene ColorShops!

Resene

For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops. Find out more

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29 days ago

Poll: How are you feeling about the role of AI in business and everyday life? 🤖💻

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post reports that nearly two-thirds of business leaders are feeling optimistic about 2026 ... with much of that confidence driven by the rollout of AI.

We want to know: How are you feeling about the growing role of AI in business and everyday life?

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How are you feeling about the role of AI in business and everyday life? 🤖💻
  • 6.1% Excited
    6.1% Complete
  • 73.2% Cautious
    73.2% Complete
  • 20.7% Somewhere in between
    20.7% Complete
1430 votes
23 days ago

Bestsellers: Loxies, 292 Thames St, Morrinsville

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Fish and chips, fried chicken, eggs benedict and banoffee waffles - Loxies cafe menu is packed with Kiwi favourites.

Owner Liam Aberhart believes that when it comes to food, simple is best.

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23 days ago

Poll: Have businesses in your neighbourhood been affected by crime recently?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Incompetent teenage ram raiders smashed a stolen vehicle into a Hamilton dairy three times, with the driver nearly running over an accomplice at one point.

But despite a big headache for the business owner and a massive clean-up, it was all for summer snacks as the group came away with ice … View more
Incompetent teenage ram raiders smashed a stolen vehicle into a Hamilton dairy three times, with the driver nearly running over an accomplice at one point.

But despite a big headache for the business owner and a massive clean-up, it was all for summer snacks as the group came away with ice creams, drinks and a handful of vapes - and a court date.

Have businesses in your neighbourhood been affected by crime recently? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have businesses in your neighbourhood been affected by crime recently?
  • 62.5% Yes
    62.5% Complete
  • 37.5% No
    37.5% Complete
8 votes
24 days ago

2 weeks left to enter The Summer Kiwi Quiz!

Summer Kiwi Quiz - 2026

Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 5 Ooni Karu 2 Portable Pizza Oven bundles, valued at $1024!

All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Summer Quiz! Answer the daily New Zealand based questions, the more answers you … View more
Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 5 Ooni Karu 2 Portable Pizza Oven bundles, valued at $1024!

All you have to do is grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Summer Quiz! Answer the daily New Zealand based questions, the more answers you enter correctly, the higher your chance of winning. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

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52 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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24 days ago

New boss at troubled school starts to see progress

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A good start, but plenty more work to do yet.

That’s the theme of a report into Hamilton’s Mangakōtukutuku College as its new principal works to turn the troubled school around.

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24 days ago

Have you heard what the new theatre will be called?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The new name of the Waikato Regional Theatre has been revealed in the lead-up to its opening next week, with Bank of New Zealand snapping up the rights.

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24 days ago

Swimmer search instead solves city cold case as different body found

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Police searching for a missing swimmer in the Waikato River have instead found the body of another man missing since August.

The body, found in a vehicle on Monday evening, is believed to be missing 39-year-old man Aydan Brown, Hamilton City Area Commander Inspector Neil Faulkner said in a … View more
Police searching for a missing swimmer in the Waikato River have instead found the body of another man missing since August.

The body, found in a vehicle on Monday evening, is believed to be missing 39-year-old man Aydan Brown, Hamilton City Area Commander Inspector Neil Faulkner said in a statement.

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25 days ago

Electric hedge trimmer - Ryobi

Danny from Pukete

Ryobi electric hedge trimmer
Specs
Power Input 500watt
No load speed 3000SPM
Blade length 410mm
Cutting action Double
weight 2.9KG

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Ryobi electric hedge trimmer
Specs
Power Input 500watt
No load speed 3000SPM
Blade length 410mm
Cutting action Double
weight 2.9KG

Pickup is in Millthorpe Crescent , Pukete, 3200 Hamilton

PH -text 027 843 8161

Price: $79

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25 days ago

Poll: Do you know anyone in the waka ama nationals?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

While many tried to escape the heat, www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|young waka ama paddlers were working up a sweat|.

The 2026 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals began at Lake Karāpiro on Sunday.

Do you know anyone in the waka ama nationals? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't … View more
While many tried to escape the heat, www.waikatotimes.co.nz...
|young waka ama paddlers were working up a sweat|.

The 2026 Waka Ama Sprint Nationals began at Lake Karāpiro on Sunday.

Do you know anyone in the waka ama nationals? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you know anyone in the waka ama nationals?
  • 10% Yes
    10% Complete
  • 90% No
    90% Complete
10 votes
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25 days ago

Black Plastic storage bins with lids :: SET of THREE

Danny from Pukete

Black Plastic storage bins with lids
Uded
Size
380 mm wide
550 mm Long
220 mm Tall
30 Litre
Set of 3

Pickup is in Millthorpe Crescent Pukete 3220 Phone - Text 027 843 8161( No voicemail)

Price: $25

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