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119 days ago

Orange river test results start to come back

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Early results from the river that turned bright orange on Friday have shown elevated levels of arsenic in the discharged sediment.

However, the arsenic present in the water was well within drinking water and ecological protection guidelines for fresh water, the Waikato Regional Council said in a… View more
Early results from the river that turned bright orange on Friday have shown elevated levels of arsenic in the discharged sediment.

However, the arsenic present in the water was well within drinking water and ecological protection guidelines for fresh water, the Waikato Regional Council said in a statement on Tuesday morning.

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119 days ago

Celebrate the month of te Reo Māori with Kāhu!

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

This September we’re celebrating Te Reo Māori with Kāhu!
Come on in and grab your Tui & Tama Kids Club Activity book today!

We have great activities to help prompt you to kōrero te reo Māori, like –
- ‘Give Te Reo a Go’ booklets,
- Colour-in Māori graphic pattern bookmarks,
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This September we’re celebrating Te Reo Māori with Kāhu!
Come on in and grab your Tui & Tama Kids Club Activity book today!

We have great activities to help prompt you to kōrero te reo Māori, like –
- ‘Give Te Reo a Go’ booklets,
- Colour-in Māori graphic pattern bookmarks,
- Ake Ake Ake colour-in posters,
- and use our specially designed printing press to create a special artwork!

Starts: Monday 2nd September – Monday 30th September 2024
Time: 10.00am-4.30pm Mon-Fri, Sat 10am-2pm.
Style: Drop-in
Cost: FREE per person
Note: Children under 14 must be supervised by at least one parent/ guardian
Questions: Please phone: 07 872 0085 or email museum@waipadc.govt.nz

119 days ago

Poll: What do you think about these plans for the Peachgrove area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton’s last remaining holiday park will disappear if a fast-track application for the site is approved.

The proposed Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct would put a hotel and 167 homes on the current Hamilton Holiday Park land in Ruakura Road.

What do you think about the plan? Tell us your … View more
Hamilton’s last remaining holiday park will disappear if a fast-track application for the site is approved.

The proposed Peachgrove Mixed-Use Precinct would put a hotel and 167 homes on the current Hamilton Holiday Park land in Ruakura Road.

What do you think about the plan? 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 about these plans for the Peachgrove area?
  • 0% I like it.
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  • 0% Don't really mind either way.
    0% Complete
  • 0% I'm not a fan.
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0 votes
127 days ago

Poll: Do you believe in ghosts?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences … View more
Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.

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Do you believe in ghosts?
  • 55% Yes
    55% Complete
  • 43% No
    43% Complete
  • 2% Other - I'll share below
    2% Complete
2452 votes
119 days ago

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120 days ago

Spending's pared back to 'bare essentials', finance chairperson says

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton has no real financial fat in the system for unforeseen events, the chairperson of the council’s finance committee warns.

The council has been pushing to find savings - though ratepayers still got a 16.5% increase - and a report from Councillor Maxine van Oosten says spending was … View more
Hamilton has no real financial fat in the system for unforeseen events, the chairperson of the council’s finance committee warns.

The council has been pushing to find savings - though ratepayers still got a 16.5% increase - and a report from Councillor Maxine van Oosten says spending was reduced to “bare essentials”.

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120 days ago

Poll: Do you think this is the right way to decide?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A specially appointed board will decide if a $200m waste-to-energy plant should be built in Te Awamutu.

The proposal by Global Contracting Solutions (GCS) has proved contentious, and would involve incinerating up to 150,000 tonnes of rubbish a year at a purpose-built plant in Racecourse Rd. It … View more
A specially appointed board will decide if a $200m waste-to-energy plant should be built in Te Awamutu.

The proposal by Global Contracting Solutions (GCS) has proved contentious, and would involve incinerating up to 150,000 tonnes of rubbish a year at a purpose-built plant in Racecourse Rd. It would generate electricity from steam.

Do you think sending it to a board of inquiry is the right call? 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 this is the right way to decide?
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  • 0% Not sure
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  • 0% No
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120 days ago

Celebrate Father’s Day with the Gift that Keeps on Giving

Mags4Gifts

Father’s Day is just one week away! This year, give him a gift that truly keeps on giving: a magazine subscription. We've curated a special collection just for Father’s Day that he's bound to love. Plus, enjoy the added bonus of free shipping throughout New Zealand.

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Father’s Day is just one week away! This year, give him a gift that truly keeps on giving: a magazine subscription. We've curated a special collection just for Father’s Day that he's bound to love. Plus, enjoy the added bonus of free shipping throughout New Zealand.

Visit mags4gifts.co.nz before 1 September to enjoy generous savings of up to 29%* on magazine subscriptions. Don’t forget to include a personalised message with our free e-card service. *T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
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135 days ago

Poll: Have you kept trinkets from your life?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many of us are sentimental about our childhoods and lives, and some even collect things to remember moments or people.

Share what you've held on to over the years and whether you still have it today. Feel free to share photos too, we'd love to see.

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Have you kept trinkets from your life?
  • 88.6% Yes
    88.6% Complete
  • 11.4% No
    11.4% Complete
1474 votes
122 days ago

Product recall - Antipasto products

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.

"The concern with these products is that they may contain… View more
Delmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.

"The concern with these products is that they may contain Listeria, which can cause serious illness in pregnant people and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems,” says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.

These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund or throw them out.

The following products, within the date markings below, are affected by this recall:
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Five Olive Mix (200g) with a use-by between 16/10/24 - 20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Jumbo Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 27/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Pitted Olive Medley (180g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Olive Mix (160g) with a use-by of 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Antipasto Mix (215g) with a use-by between 16/10/24-20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta (150g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Red Peppers (190g) with a use-by between 24/10/24 - 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (270g) with a use-by between 7/04/25 - 30/04/25
Woolworths brand Feta and Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 21/11/24 - 25/12/24
Woolworths brand Greek Mix (200g) with a use-by between 20/11/24 - 1/01/25
Woolworths brand Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 13/11/24 - 25/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Italian Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta & Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024

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123 days ago

News Paper Wanted

Tania from South Waikato District

I am in need of unwanted newspaper. Any would be much appreciated.

Free

124 days ago

Have you got an interesting tale of business inspiration?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Life gave Dave Murray lemons, so he made lemonade - and eventually, pretzels and soft serve as well.

What started as a side-of-the-road lemonade stall, fundraising for a trip for his kids, turned into Murray receiving bags and bags of lemons, even after the trip was over.

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124 days ago

What's our best winter activities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Yes, we love our backyards and think our town is pretty cool but what is there to do?

Imagine you were writing a list for visitors/tourists and want to show them the best that your town can offer in winter. What would you suggest?

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124 days ago

Feel your best self at Ryman

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Moving into a serviced apartment at Ryman means there’s less time spent cooking and cleaning, and more time for family and friends.

Feel safe and secure at a Ryman village, where beautiful gardens provide the backdrop for a host of on-site amenities.
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125 days ago

Poll: Have you seen roaming dogs in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Little branches of lavender lay on a small grave that Jessica Jordan and her 3-year-old daughter Hazel dug for their cat, Pedro.

The short-haired domestic moggie had earlier suffered extensive internal injuries from what’s believed to be a wandering dog.

There was no choice: Pedro was … View more
Little branches of lavender lay on a small grave that Jessica Jordan and her 3-year-old daughter Hazel dug for their cat, Pedro.

The short-haired domestic moggie had earlier suffered extensive internal injuries from what’s believed to be a wandering dog.

There was no choice: Pedro was euthanized.

Have you seen roaming dogs in your area? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you seen roaming dogs in your area?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 100% No
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