South Waikato District, Tokoroa

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81 days ago

Poll: Do you think more dogs should be muzzled?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Louise Daniels never thought walking her son’s dog Alfie on a sunny Hamilton afternoon would result in three weeks off work.

An horrific dog attack left both her and Alfie with serious injuries - just a year after Waikato recorded its highest ever ACC cost for dog attack claims at $883,000.

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Louise Daniels never thought walking her son’s dog Alfie on a sunny Hamilton afternoon would result in three weeks off work.

An horrific dog attack left both her and Alfie with serious injuries - just a year after Waikato recorded its highest ever ACC cost for dog attack claims at $883,000.

Do you think more dogs should be muzzled? 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 more dogs should be muzzled?
  • 0% Yes
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  • 0% Unsure
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  • 0% No
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0 votes
88 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from … View more
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 72.4% Yes
    72.4% Complete
  • 24.3% No
    24.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
3216 votes
81 days ago

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81 days ago

How do you think this will affect the Chiefs?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Injured All Blacks hooker Samisoni Taukei’aho will not likely be seen back on the park until several rounds into the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

While the All Blacks noted last week the 30-test rep was done for the year, Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan confirmed to the Waikato Times that it… View more
Injured All Blacks hooker Samisoni Taukei’aho will not likely be seen back on the park until several rounds into the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season.

While the All Blacks noted last week the 30-test rep was done for the year, Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan confirmed to the Waikato Times that it was a ruptured achilles tendon which the 27-year-old had suffered in the semifinal win over the Hurricanes in Wellington on June 15.

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).

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82 days ago

Poll: Are you going to the show?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Annabelle White won’t be doing “a whole lot of complicated recipes” at the Waikato Home and Garden show.

“I've written 12 cookbooks and the extraordinary thing is that people are actually wanting tips,” the television and radio cooking personality said.

Are you going to the … View more
Annabelle White won’t be doing “a whole lot of complicated recipes” at the Waikato Home and Garden show.

“I've written 12 cookbooks and the extraordinary thing is that people are actually wanting tips,” the television and radio cooking personality said.

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

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Are you going to the show?
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  • 0% I'd consider it
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  • 0% No
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83 days ago

What do you think Waikato District Council could stop doing?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Libraries, rubbish collection and climate action - which of these could you do without to reduce your rates bill?

Waikato District Council is asking what locals want their money spent on, and is open to suggestions that could help lower rates in the 2025/34 long term plan.

What do you think … View more
Libraries, rubbish collection and climate action - which of these could you do without to reduce your rates bill?

Waikato District Council is asking what locals want their money spent on, and is open to suggestions that could help lower rates in the 2025/34 long term plan.

What do you think Waikato District Council could stop doing? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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83 days ago

Join us at our Walk in Wednesdays

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Join us any Wednesday in October and November, 10am - 3pm and experience the Ryman lifestyle that awaits.

Learn about our living options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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84 days ago

Putaruru, Tokoroa & Districts Herb Society Meeting

Mohan from South Waikato District

Health & Wellbeing
All welcome. Come and learn to make simple herbal remedies to protect you from diseases. Our group is friendly and open to everyone. Come and sample herbal teas and other herbal goodies.

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84 days ago

What do you think of this scholarship opportunity?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As a child, Ben McMorran noticed a girl at his school was getting out of class by taking piano lessons.

Thinking, “I want some of that”, he began a musical journey that would eventually see him win the 2025 Six60 scholarship.

The Six60 scholarship package for McMorran includes a rent … View more
As a child, Ben McMorran noticed a girl at his school was getting out of class by taking piano lessons.

Thinking, “I want some of that”, he began a musical journey that would eventually see him win the 2025 Six60 scholarship.

The Six60 scholarship package for McMorran includes a rent rebate to the value of $10,000 for tenancy at 660 Castle Street, full access to the university’s recording studio, and mentorship and guidance from members of Six60.

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

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85 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the clean-up push?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton councillors have voted unanimously for a cleaner city.

At a recent council meeting councillors voted to consider ways to tackle illegal dumping and funding for future initiatives as part of its 2025 annual plan.

Do you agree with the councillors? Tell us your reasons in the comments … View more
Hamilton councillors have voted unanimously for a cleaner city.

At a recent council meeting councillors voted to consider ways to tackle illegal dumping and funding for future initiatives as part of its 2025 annual plan.

Do you agree with the councillors? 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 agree with the clean-up push?
  • 0% Yes
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  • 0% Not sure
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  • 0% No
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92 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.5% I love it!
    26.5% Complete
  • 31.4% Only in designated areas
    31.4% Complete
  • 42.1% No, it should be outdoors only.
    42.1% Complete
4107 votes
86 days ago

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87 days ago

FREE Holiday Worhshop: Make a Sun Catcher with ReCreators

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Wednesday 9 October, 11am - 1pm

These vibrant Sun Catchers sparkle in the sunlight and look amazing! ReCreators supply laser cut upcycled cardboard and plastic which workshop participants decorate using paint and dried flowers.

Cost: FREE, numbers limited. Bookings through ReCreators … View more
Wednesday 9 October, 11am - 1pm

These vibrant Sun Catchers sparkle in the sunlight and look amazing! ReCreators supply laser cut upcycled cardboard and plastic which workshop participants decorate using paint and dried flowers.

Cost: FREE, numbers limited. Bookings through ReCreators essential (link below).
Booking Details: events.humanitix.com...

Suitable for children 5 years old and over, adults welcome.
Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.

88 days ago

Money pressure's putting the squeeze on planting initiatives

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

With poor farm-gate returns, ‘non-essential’ restoration work is being put on the back burner.

Catchment restoration work on Waikato farms has halved over the past two years, despite farmers being ‘willing’ to fence off land and waterways.

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88 days ago

Become a Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki these holidays!

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We are introducing our NEW Tui & Tama Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki Passport in time for the school holidays!
Ruru can't wait to help you have fun learning all about how we care for the special objects/taonga in our museum.
Find all of Ruru's special clues, complete the quizz and earn … View more
We are introducing our NEW Tui & Tama Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki Passport in time for the school holidays!
Ruru can't wait to help you have fun learning all about how we care for the special objects/taonga in our museum.
Find all of Ruru's special clues, complete the quizz and earn your Guardian/Kaitiaki Badge and Certificate.
Once you are a qualified Te Awamutu Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki, you can have an up-close experience with some special objects from our Handling Collection.

FREE, suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years old
Note: Children under 14 must be supervised by at least one parent/guardian.

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