Pirongia - Karamu, Te Pahu

5 days ago

SURRAND SOUND RADIO

Rolf from Pirongia - Karamu

We have moved into a smaller home and this radio does not fit any longer.
It all works include remote its about 12 KG and need to be collected in Te AWAMUTU

Price: $75

19 days ago

🍦 A Challenge for the Sweetest Tooth!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We all love a scoop (or three) of ice cream... but the owner at Little Liberty Creamery in Taranaki is taking things to a whole new level for 2026!

Her goal? 52 new flavours this year. That’s one brand-new, experimental creation every single week! 🤯

The Great Flavour Debate: We want to … View more
We all love a scoop (or three) of ice cream... but the owner at Little Liberty Creamery in Taranaki is taking things to a whole new level for 2026!

Her goal? 52 new flavours this year. That’s one brand-new, experimental creation every single week! 🤯

The Great Flavour Debate: We want to know what the current "Gold Standard" is for you.

What is the crème de la crème of ice cream flavours?
🍦 The Purist: Are you a "perfect vanilla or nothing" kind of person?
🍫 The Chocoholic: The darker and chunkier the better?
🧂 The Salty-Sweet: Is Salted Caramel still the reigning champ?
🌈 The Wildcard: Are you into the experimental stuff—think lavender, chilli, or charcoal?

Tell us your absolute favourite flavour in the comments below! 👇

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5 days ago

Loud sex is okay... says Tenancy Tribunal

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

If you’ve ever been kept awake by your neighbours getting a little too enthusiastic between the sheets, don’t expect much help from the Tenancy Tribunal.

A recent ruling suggests that hearing your neighbours having sex may just fall under the umbrella of “everyday living” — awkward as … View more
If you’ve ever been kept awake by your neighbours getting a little too enthusiastic between the sheets, don’t expect much help from the Tenancy Tribunal.

A recent ruling suggests that hearing your neighbours having sex may just fall under the umbrella of “everyday living” — awkward as that might be.

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5 days ago

Bestsellers: From quiet cafe to hotspot after pie award win

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Nearly a year after her pie won at the Bakels NZ Supreme Awards, Ellie Linton-Brown says she’s still reaping the benefits.

In 2025, her raspberry and rhubarb pie won the Cafe Boutique pie category at the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards, bringing in a flood of new customers to Huntly's Main … View more
Nearly a year after her pie won at the Bakels NZ Supreme Awards, Ellie Linton-Brown says she’s still reaping the benefits.

In 2025, her raspberry and rhubarb pie won the Cafe Boutique pie category at the Bakels NZ Supreme Pie Awards, bringing in a flood of new customers to Huntly's Main Street Cafe.

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5 days ago

Hamilton City Council promises ratepayers a procurement overhaul

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A rev-up of how the city council awards major contracts is under way, with a new subcommittee, a 35-point reform plan, and a promise to be more open.

It follows a damning report on procurement that found … View more
A rev-up of how the city council awards major contracts is under way, with a new subcommittee, a 35-point reform plan, and a promise to be more open.

It follows a damning report on procurement that found several high-value deals were among the $239 million (12%) of Hamilton City Council contract value that did not go through a tender process. The 2024 KPMG report also pointed to weak oversight and staff finding “workarounds”, but was not made public for two years.

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5 days ago

Plans revealed for a major Arapuni lifestyle subdivision

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A riverside subdivision with dozens of lifestyle blocks, new roads and years of earthworks is proposed for a rural site near Arapuni.

The public can have a say on a bid to turn the 45.6ha block into 81 lots, as South Waikato District Council deemed the effects would be “more than minor”. … View more
A riverside subdivision with dozens of lifestyle blocks, new roads and years of earthworks is proposed for a rural site near Arapuni.

The public can have a say on a bid to turn the 45.6ha block into 81 lots, as South Waikato District Council deemed the effects would be “more than minor”. Planners flagged extensive, extended earthworks and potential impacts on the Waikato River.

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6 days ago

Poll: How do you reckon Hamilton CBD is looking?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Former Hamilton mayor Margaret Evans has blasted the state of the city centre as “appalling”, urging the council to start with a basic clean-up.

Speaking at the inaugural meeting of Hamilton City Council’s Central City Revitalisation sub-committee on Tuesday, Evans said the CBD was … View more
Former Hamilton mayor Margaret Evans has blasted the state of the city centre as “appalling”, urging the council to start with a basic clean-up.

Speaking at the inaugural meeting of Hamilton City Council’s Central City Revitalisation sub-committee on Tuesday, Evans said the CBD was suffering from “grubby shop-fronts” and general neglect.

How do you reckon Hamilton CBD is looking? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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How do you reckon Hamilton CBD is looking?
  • 2.9% It's fine
    2.9% Complete
  • 73.5% Needs work
    73.5% Complete
  • 23.5% Not great, but we've got bigger fish to fry
    23.5% Complete
34 votes
6 days ago

Geothermal unit turns on the lights as Ngā Tamariki bursts into life

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As the country struggles with rising energy bills and an international oil crisis another piece of a major geothermal power unit is springing into life.

Mercury has taken another step to boost renewable energy supplies with the opening of its fifth Ngā Tamariki geothermal power unit near … View more
As the country struggles with rising energy bills and an international oil crisis another piece of a major geothermal power unit is springing into life.

Mercury has taken another step to boost renewable energy supplies with the opening of its fifth Ngā Tamariki geothermal power unit near Taupō.

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6 days ago

Do you fancy tea with tigers and garden lawn games?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

There could be more tea with tigers and other exciting outings on offer at city-owned sites after recent events have council bosses looking at them in a different way.

The idea comes after Waikato Supper Club guests dined at three council-owned locations, enjoying tea with the tigers at Hamilton… View more
There could be more tea with tigers and other exciting outings on offer at city-owned sites after recent events have council bosses looking at them in a different way.

The idea comes after Waikato Supper Club guests dined at three council-owned locations, enjoying tea with the tigers at Hamilton Zoo, exploring the Air Playground at Waikato Museum, and playing lawn games at Hamilton Gardens.

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6 days ago

A Journey of Growth and Care

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

From student nurse to Village Manager, Ruben Kumar’s journey at Ryman reflects years of dedication, growth, and a passion for caring for others.

Today, as Village Manager, Ruben leads the community with the experience gained from progressing through multiple roles across the organisation.

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From student nurse to Village Manager, Ruben Kumar’s journey at Ryman reflects years of dedication, growth, and a passion for caring for others.

Today, as Village Manager, Ruben leads the community with the experience gained from progressing through multiple roles across the organisation.

Click read more to learn more about Ruben's journey at Ryman.

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6 days ago

Widow’s fight for change after husband’s ‘blasé’ care at Waikato Hospital

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Nigel Dring had looked forward to retirement, but only got months to enjoy it.

His death in July 2023 - two days after a medical appointment - sparked an investigation at Waikato Hospital and his widow says she’s still shocked at “blasé” treatment in the days before he died.

While … View more
Nigel Dring had looked forward to retirement, but only got months to enjoy it.

His death in July 2023 - two days after a medical appointment - sparked an investigation at Waikato Hospital and his widow says she’s still shocked at “blasé” treatment in the days before he died.

While Nigel had told one doctor he was “really struggling to breathe”, no-one made them feel like he was in danger, Lynn Dring said.

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7 days ago

Retired doctor: Universities must ‘get over’ placement pressure

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.

Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to … View more
A retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.

Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to “get over it and sort it out”.

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7 days ago

Relief for Pirongia residents as temporary Mangati bridge due to open this week

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Pirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.

Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this … View more
Pirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.

Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this year.

The aim is to open the bridge to traffic and reconnect State Highway 39 between Pirongia and Otorohanga by the end of the week.

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7 days ago

Poll: Do you want two hours free parking in the CBD to come back?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.

Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell … View more
The popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.

Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you want two hours free parking in the CBD to come back?
  • 97.7% Yes
    97.7% Complete
  • 2.3% No
    2.3% Complete
43 votes
8 days ago

Waikato dog trialist worried about lack of young blood

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.

Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for … View more
After a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.

Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for about five years now and reckons the centre is struggling to bring in youngsters.

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