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Foiling burglars

There has been a sharp spike in the number of home burglaries over recent weeks, says Hamilton Police. Senior Sergeant Rod Carpinter said many of these could have been prevented. “Over the weekend following ANZAC Day there were 78 burglaries … Continue reading

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Rototuna residents fear student hostels

Rototuna residents have joined voices with Tamahere householders outraged about massive houses being built in their communities they fear are to become student hostels. Chinese developer LV Park Construction is building a two-storey, seven bedroom house with ensuites in Barwick … Continue reading

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Council launches online portal

Want to report a barking dog? Need to change your rates notices mailing address? Noticed a pothole in the road? Want to let the council know? Head to Waikato District Council’s new Online Services portal, which is accessible on their … Continue reading

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Chance to discuss expressway options at information day

The NZ Transport Agency is holding three public information days this week to present the recommended route and connection options for the Hamilton Section of the Waikato Expressway, Road of National Significance. The Hamilton Section is a key piece of … Continue reading

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Water restrictions lifted

Recent rainfall and a sustained decrease in the amount of water being consumed in the Waikato district have seen the area’s water restrictions removed today. Acting Service Delivery General Manager Stephen Cox said the wet weather had helped trigger the … Continue reading

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In other news…

Number 8 Network does a round-up of stories from about our district from other media outlets. New home just purrfect IT’S ALL GOOD NEWS for the black-and-white tom, who used to live in the car park at Frankton’s McDonald’s. The … Continue reading

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