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20 days ago

Meat toaster

Carl Vincent from Nawton

Selling for $10 worked well

Price: $10

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25 days ago

What's your favourite Christmas song?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's new ones every year, some become classics and some are not so good. What do you consider your favourite Christmas song.

And more importantly, what song would you ban? Share below!

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21 days ago

What do you think about Stephen's efforts?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Stephen Black feels like he’s doing the job no one else wants to do - making Hamilton look beautiful.

The 64-year-old spends eight hours mowing a roadside verge on SH1C fortnightly, if not weekly if he’s not too busy.

What do you think about Stephen's efforts? Is there someone in … View more
Stephen Black feels like he’s doing the job no one else wants to do - making Hamilton look beautiful.

The 64-year-old spends eight hours mowing a roadside verge on SH1C fortnightly, if not weekly if he’s not too busy.

What do you think about Stephen's efforts? Is there someone in your area doing good deeds for the community? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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24 days ago

Small white fluffy dog roaming around Makomako Street

Wylie from Frankton

Kia ora all,

A small white fluffy boy dog has been seen roaming around Makomako Steeet and Kereru Street.

He seems lost and or confused. He seems a bit timid and would approach then flee once he got too close.

I am concerned because he doesn’t seem to be too road-safe.

Hope he finds his home … View more
Kia ora all,

A small white fluffy boy dog has been seen roaming around Makomako Steeet and Kereru Street.

He seems lost and or confused. He seems a bit timid and would approach then flee once he got too close.

I am concerned because he doesn’t seem to be too road-safe.

Hope he finds his home soon ❤️

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20 days ago

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View more
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.

Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.

Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
Find out more

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21 days ago

What do you think about Wintec's decision?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Future journalists, musicians and thespians of Hamilton will still have a place to cut their teeth next year as Wintec will keep courses that had been facing the chop.

Some courses still won’t be offered to new applicants from 2025, although it’s unclear which ones.

What do you think … View more
Future journalists, musicians and thespians of Hamilton will still have a place to cut their teeth next year as Wintec will keep courses that had been facing the chop.

Some courses still won’t be offered to new applicants from 2025, although it’s unclear which ones.

What do you think about Wintec's decision? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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21 days ago

How do you think the beach town economy will go over summer?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato beach towns are feeling positive for a good summer season of trading.

Hahei General Store operations manager Dan Rasdall said since the Cathedral Cove walkway reopened earlier this month, business is starting to look positive and “refreshing” with the increased number of tourists … View more
Waikato beach towns are feeling positive for a good summer season of trading.

Hahei General Store operations manager Dan Rasdall said since the Cathedral Cove walkway reopened earlier this month, business is starting to look positive and “refreshing” with the increased number of tourists throughout the region.

How do you think the beach town economy will go over summer? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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22 days ago

How's the government doing so far?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's well over a year since the 2023 election. Whether you were pleased with the result or not, we'd love to know how you are feeling about the changes the government have made so far?

Share your thoughts below.

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22 days ago

Poll: Do you think Te Rapa needs more food options?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Food joints are growing on the old industrial sites of Te Rapa.

Construction has begun to transform 675 Te Rapa Rd from the old Total Hire car park to a drive-through Popeyes and Starbucks that is set to open in 2025.

Meanwhile, a new local dumpling house is set to open right opposite it from… View more
Food joints are growing on the old industrial sites of Te Rapa.

Construction has begun to transform 675 Te Rapa Rd from the old Total Hire car park to a drive-through Popeyes and Starbucks that is set to open in 2025.

Meanwhile, a new local dumpling house is set to open right opposite it from Monday.

Do you think Te Rapa needs more food options? 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 Te Rapa needs more food options?
  • 52.4% Yes
    52.4% Complete
  • 4.8% Not sure
    4.8% Complete
  • 42.9% No
    42.9% Complete
21 votes
22 days ago

Essential Christmas hacks

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

William Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring … View moreWilliam Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring festive cheer without the stress. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options or simple ways to enhance your celebrations, these tips will make your Christmas brighter and more enjoyable.

Click read more for Suellen’s tips.

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22 days ago

BATTLES: 100 Battles That Shaped the World (book)

Cordwainer from Melville

BATTLES: 100 Battles That Shaped the World (book)

Martin J. Dougherty

Parragon, 2014.

Hardback, 256 pages with index. illustrated.

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BATTLES: 100 Battles That Shaped the World (book)

Martin J. Dougherty

Parragon, 2014.

Hardback, 256 pages with index. illustrated.

Excellent condition.

History's most famous battles, from ancient to modern, including Marathon, Hastings, Waterloo and D Day.

Price: $10

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22 days ago

Fast Asleep: How to get a really good night's rest (book)

Cordwainer from Melville

Fast Asleep: How to get a really good night's rest (book)

Dr Michael Mosley. 2020.

Paperback, 319 pages, excellent condition.

Australian and New Zealand edition.

In Fast Asleep, Dr Michael Mosley explains what happens when we sleep, what triggers common sleep problems and why … View more
Fast Asleep: How to get a really good night's rest (book)

Dr Michael Mosley. 2020.

Paperback, 319 pages, excellent condition.

Australian and New Zealand edition.

In Fast Asleep, Dr Michael Mosley explains what happens when we sleep, what triggers common sleep problems and why standard advice rarely works.

Price: $10

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22 days ago

Beloved Raglan surfer to be farewelled with paddle-out

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Yoda spent every single moment of his life doing what he loves.

Whether it was surfing, spending time with his family, martial arts or his work as a painter, Philip Mitchell always did them with enthusiasm and created a community around him.

Even on Wednesday, the last day of his life.

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22 days ago

Are you following the cricket?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Simon Finch isn’t one to blow his own trumpet in a personal sense, only a professional one. And he’s brought his star-studded playlist to Hamilton this weekend.

The 51-year-old made his first appearance at Seddon Park as the trumpeter for the Barmy Army as England took on the Black Caps in … View more
Simon Finch isn’t one to blow his own trumpet in a personal sense, only a professional one. And he’s brought his star-studded playlist to Hamilton this weekend.

The 51-year-old made his first appearance at Seddon Park as the trumpeter for the Barmy Army as England took on the Black Caps in the third and final test starting Saturday.

Are you following the cricket? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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22 days ago

Poll: What do you think of the patch ban?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Gang patches are now all but gone at the Hamilton shopping centre where officers made one of the nation’s first arrests on the first day of the new rules.

People around Chartwell’s Lynden Court Mall felt there’d been a definite shift in the three weeks since the ban on gang insignia in … View more
Gang patches are now all but gone at the Hamilton shopping centre where officers made one of the nation’s first arrests on the first day of the new rules.

People around Chartwell’s Lynden Court Mall felt there’d been a definite shift in the three weeks since the ban on gang insignia in public places.

What do you think of the patch ban? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think of the patch ban?
  • 67.6% Good idea
    67.6% Complete
  • 21.6% Won't make much difference
    21.6% Complete
  • 10.8% Bad idea
    10.8% Complete
  • 0% Not sure
    0% Complete
37 votes
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