South Waikato District, Tokoroa

68 days ago

Your candidates, our questions: Jacqui Church

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Check out how Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church - who's going for another term - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.

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69 days ago

Your candidates, our questions: Aksel Bech

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Check out how Waikato District mayoral candidate Aksel Bech answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as he sees it, and how he'll represent the area on the national stage.

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69 days ago

Free up your time for what matters.

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.

We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
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69 days ago

Zoo gets a new panda

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton Zoo’s got a new panda, but it’s a little more colourful than you might expect - and it’s ceramic.

The sculpture, gifted by Hamilton’s sister-city Chengdu, was unveiled during a small ceremony on Sunday.

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77 days ago

Poll: How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down … View more
We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down a bit, the Neighbourly Team are keen to hear from you: how are you feeling about it all?

Summer’s coming, and holidays are on the horizon … should we be focusing on the future rather than the past quarter? Or is this dip in the road a real concern?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?
  • 17% Confident – momentum is building
    17% Complete
  • 10.5% Meh – feeling neutral about it
    10.5% Complete
  • 31.9% Not confident – global pressures are biting
    31.9% Complete
  • 40.6% Concerned – this feels serious
    40.6% Complete
2437 votes
70 days ago

Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day, this Sunday

Summerset Retirement Village

If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.

If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love… View more
If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.

If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.

We can’t wait to welcome you on Sunday 5 October from 10am – 2pm.
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73 days ago

Poll: Hybrid Work ... Game-Changer or Culture Killer? 🚀

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.

But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.

💬 What do you think? Hybrid… View more
Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.

But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.

💬 What do you think? Hybrid forever, or back to the office full-time?

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Hybrid Work ... Game-Changer or Culture Killer? 🚀
  • 32.9% It’s a modern world and we need modern ways of working!
    32.9% Complete
  • 20.1% Back to the office!
    20.1% Complete
  • 33.3% There’s no 'one-size-fits-all'.
    33.3% Complete
  • 13.7% This doesn’t affect me.
    13.7% Complete
657 votes
81 days ago

Poll: Will we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.

New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by … View more
Aotearoa New Zealand is aiming to be predator-free in 2050 to ensure our islands' unique species of birds, frogs, lizards and plants can thrive.

New Zealand has among the highest proportions of threatened or at-risk species in the world, and around 25 million native birds are killed by introduced predators every year. But it's not all bad news - when predators are removed or controlled, nature bounces back fast. We’ve already seen it happening in many parts of the country!

People all over Aotearoa are doing their bit - setting traps in their backyards, planting natives, volunteering, or donating. You can too! Backyard trapping is one example of effective individual action.

What do you think? Can we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Will we reach our Predator Free target in 2050?
  • 25.7% Yes - through government, community and individual action.
    25.7% Complete
  • 33.5% No - this is not a realistic goal.
    33.5% Complete
  • 38.5% Maybe - perhaps adjust the goal to 'predator management'?
    38.5% Complete
  • 2.3% This is a nuanced issue (share in the comments).
    2.3% Complete
1029 votes
80 days ago

Poll: Do you think creative design should be worked into city infrastructure?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton City councillors voted unanimously to embed art in the city’s infrastructure, backing a policy that allocates up to 1% of future project budgets to creativity.

The draft Arts in Infrastructure policy means new bus shelters, bridges and even footpaths can include design from the outset… View more
Hamilton City councillors voted unanimously to embed art in the city’s infrastructure, backing a policy that allocates up to 1% of future project budgets to creativity.

The draft Arts in Infrastructure policy means new bus shelters, bridges and even footpaths can include design from the outset rather than art being tacked on later.

Do you think creative design should be worked into city infrastructure? 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 creative design should be worked into city infrastructure?
  • 25% Yes
    25% Complete
  • 75% No
    75% Complete
48 votes
74 days ago

Support Pots for Tots with Resene!

Resene

Get painting and help Kiwi kids. Buy any Resene 60 mL testpot colour starting with the letter P, O or T and Resene will donate $1 to Plunket NZ.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find all the colour you need to bring out the best in your home.
Find out more

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74 days ago

FINAL DAYS

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View more
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.

And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.

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75 days ago

Poll: Do you have an oversupply of citrus?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

When Jasmin Sampson wandered down to her local community house in Hillcrest with a bag of fruit, she had no idea it would snowball into a harvest measured by the hundreds of kilos.

After spotting Go Eco’s food rescue ad for homeowners with excess produce, she signed up — and before long … View more
When Jasmin Sampson wandered down to her local community house in Hillcrest with a bag of fruit, she had no idea it would snowball into a harvest measured by the hundreds of kilos.

After spotting Go Eco’s food rescue ad for homeowners with excess produce, she signed up — and before long volunteers were in her backyard hauling out crates of grapefruit, lemons, oranges and mandarins. All up? More than 240kg of citrus.

Do you have an oversupply of citrus? 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 have an oversupply of citrus?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
75 days ago

Your candidates, our questions: Clare St Pierre

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Check out how Waipā councillor Clare St Pierre - who's going for the mayoralty - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.

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75 days ago

Poll: Is this inflatable obstacle course something you'd try?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Mystery Creek’s cavernous hall will turn into the country’s biggest bouncy castle meets obstacle course — a 345-metre, six-lane serpent of air and vinyl — over the first five days of October.

There are slides, tunnels, and a make-believe rugby and football field in the middle. The … View more
Mystery Creek’s cavernous hall will turn into the country’s biggest bouncy castle meets obstacle course — a 345-metre, six-lane serpent of air and vinyl — over the first five days of October.

There are slides, tunnels, and a make-believe rugby and football field in the middle. The soundtrack is the thrum of blowers and the squeak of socks on plastic.

Is this inflatable obstacle course something you'd try? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Is this inflatable obstacle course something you'd try?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
76 days ago

Your candidates, our questions: Susan O’Regan

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Check out how Waipā Mayor Susan O'Regan - who's going for another term - answered our questionnaire.
Info includes the district's top three issues as she sees it, and how she'll represent the area on the national stage.

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