South Waikato District, Tokoroa

37 days ago

Think you can spot a scam from a mile away?

The Team from Netsafe

You might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and they’re targeting everyone from students to grandparents.

Before you brush it off with “I’d never fall for that,” give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafe’s fun … View more
You might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and they’re targeting everyone from students to grandparents.

Before you brush it off with “I’d never fall for that,” give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafe’s fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.

Scams can catch anyone — even the careful ones.
Keep your wits (and your wallet) about you!

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24 days ago

Poll: Have you slowed down your spending on eating out?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

This festive season looks like it’ll be a mixed bag for Hamilton’s hospitality scene - but one key player sees a $3.2b boost on the horizon.

With Christmas, and Christmas party season, kicking off the Waikato Times spoke to two of Hamilton’s key hospitality players to get their gauge on … View more
This festive season looks like it’ll be a mixed bag for Hamilton’s hospitality scene - but one key player sees a $3.2b boost on the horizon.

With Christmas, and Christmas party season, kicking off the Waikato Times spoke to two of Hamilton’s key hospitality players to get their gauge on how the sector was looking.

Have you slowed down your spending on eating out? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you slowed down your spending on eating out?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
24 days ago

Poll: Have you ever had berm issues?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Chances are, if you live on a residential street, you’ve got a berm.

While they might look just like any other strip of grass, berms can spark disputes, inspire guerilla gardeners, and generate some confusion about whose job it is to mow it.

Have you ever had berm issues? Tell us more in … View more
Chances are, if you live on a residential street, you’ve got a berm.

While they might look just like any other strip of grass, berms can spark disputes, inspire guerilla gardeners, and generate some confusion about whose job it is to mow it.

Have you ever had berm issues? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you ever had berm issues?
  • 7.7% Yes
    7.7% Complete
  • 92.3% No
    92.3% Complete
13 votes
25 days ago

Would you like an aircraft hangar with that?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

It’s a blink-and-you-miss-it small Waikato town, but that might not be the case for much longer.

With plans well under way to establish New Zealand’s first purpose-built residential aviation community there - tapping into Te Kōwhai’s long-standing aviation connection - the town’s appeal… View more
It’s a blink-and-you-miss-it small Waikato town, but that might not be the case for much longer.

With plans well under way to establish New Zealand’s first purpose-built residential aviation community there - tapping into Te Kōwhai’s long-standing aviation connection - the town’s appeal is set to widen.

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25 days ago

High-paying mining jobs will bring more Kiwis home, minister says

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Expanding gold mining north of Waihī is the kind of project that could help reverse the flow of workers heading overseas, Resources Minister Shane Jones says.

“They’re not going to come back from Australia to work in some community garden at Kennedy Bay,” Jones told the Waikato Times, … View more
Expanding gold mining north of Waihī is the kind of project that could help reverse the flow of workers heading overseas, Resources Minister Shane Jones says.

“They’re not going to come back from Australia to work in some community garden at Kennedy Bay,” Jones told the Waikato Times, adding that he and NZ First leader Winston Peters had long campaigned for growth in the extractive sector.

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26 days ago

Poll: Are you a champion of Hamilton?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

OPINION: I’ve always sung Hamilton’s praises because A, it's my hometown and B, it’s in my professional interests to do so. However, my pitch has changed lately.

I confess, the narrative I defaulted to for decades was largely centred on Hamilton being close to other places. Now, I … View more
OPINION: I’ve always sung Hamilton’s praises because A, it's my hometown and B, it’s in my professional interests to do so. However, my pitch has changed lately.

I confess, the narrative I defaulted to for decades was largely centred on Hamilton being close to other places. Now, I find myself leading with Hamilton being legitimately cool in and of itself, and 100% believing it.

Are you a champion of Hamilton? 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 a champion of Hamilton?
  • 88.9% Yes
    88.9% Complete
  • 11.1% No
    11.1% Complete
9 votes
26 days ago

Your favourite reads are on offer

Mags4Gifts

Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home). SHOP NOW

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31 days ago

Poll: Can changing the way we shop actually make a difference? 💸💸💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.

If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View more
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.

If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.

Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.

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Can changing the way we shop actually make a difference? 💸💸💸
  • 67% Yes - where you shop has impact
    67% Complete
  • 33% No - price and quality is what matters
    33% Complete
616 votes
27 days ago

Māori Art Created with Aroha – $48

Plk-toi Māori Art by Paige

Kia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future … View more
Kia ora, Neighbourly whānau!
I’m Paige, an 18-year-old Māori artist studying at Waikato University. I create authentic Māori artwork inspired by my whakapapa, whenua, and the stories of my whānau. Art keeps me grounded in my culture and helps support my studies as I work towards a future supporting tamariki in our community.

This piece is created with aroha, intention, and deep respect for our culture.
Price: $48

If you’d like to support a young local artist and bring meaningful Māori art into your home, I’d love to share my mahi with you. Ngā mihi nui!

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29 days ago

We want to know: Have you thought about cutting your insurance cover to save costs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”

So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?

Want to dive deeper? Rob StockView more
Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”

So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?

Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock has the full breakdown.

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29 days ago

Neighbours — Black Friday Deals Up to 70% Off at Beds4U!

Beds4U

Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
View more
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.

🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.

🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:

FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases

Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Find out more

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32 days ago

Poll: Do you use all-day CBD parking?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

On-street all-day parking rates at some central city locations will become cheaper for workers and other long-stay visitors parking in central Hamilton.

Starting on Monday, Hamilton City Council introduced lower pricing at selected all-day parking locations where occupancy is below 85% making it… View more
On-street all-day parking rates at some central city locations will become cheaper for workers and other long-stay visitors parking in central Hamilton.

Starting on Monday, Hamilton City Council introduced lower pricing at selected all-day parking locations where occupancy is below 85% making it more cost-effective for those looking to park in the city longer every day.

Do you use all-day CBD parking? 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 use all-day CBD parking?
  • 7.7% Yes, regularly
    7.7% Complete
  • 3.8% Sometimes
    3.8% Complete
  • 88.5% No
    88.5% Complete
26 votes
30 days ago

Invitation

David from South Waikato District

Folks, come on down to a public open day for the new Tokoroa Community Gardens.

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30 days ago

PAINT IT ORANGE

Resene

Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Find out more

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31 days ago

Bic Runga to bring fresh songs of longing and desire to Waikato Regional Theatre

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Star singer-songwriter Bic Runga - who headlined the Hamilton Arts Festival in 2024 - is the latest artists to announces she is heading to Hamilton to play at the Waikato Regional Theatre.

The newly-constructed venue, which will open its doors on January 19, is already proving to be a magnet for… View more
Star singer-songwriter Bic Runga - who headlined the Hamilton Arts Festival in 2024 - is the latest artists to announces she is heading to Hamilton to play at the Waikato Regional Theatre.

The newly-constructed venue, which will open its doors on January 19, is already proving to be a magnet for top level performers.

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