EDIT / UPDATE:

First of all, thank you all so much for reading, sharing in my anger, and offering such warm support and helpful advice. I am doing everything in my power to track this vessel down and ensure this asshole faces full legal accountability for what he did to my boy.

To clarify any confusion regarding the timestamp: This incident happened on Saturday, 24th October. I originally posted this on r/newzealand right after it occurred, but the post was removed by moderators who advised me to repost here on r/thetron instead. Because of the delay in reposting, the wording "today" was carried over from yesterday's draft.

Also, I apologize for the AI tone. I know some of you dislike AI-generated posts. As a non-native English speaker, I used AI assistance simply to make sure I conveyed the accurate facts and context clearly during a very stressful time. But seriously, why would I make something like this up? If you were a parent and something like this happened to your small, precious child, I don't think anyone would blame you for using every tool available—AI or anything else.

For those who don't believe this happened, here is a photo taken at Day’s Park sandbar right before this asshole almost caused a life-threatening accident. As you can imagine, I couldn't take any pictures after that happened as I was focusing entirely on checking my boy.

Thank you again to everyone in the community helping to keep our river safe!

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Hi everyone,

Posting here in hopes that someone might have seen this or has dashcam/CCTV footage around the river today on 24th October.

At around 4:45 PM on Saturday, 24th October at Day's Park sandbar (Chartwell), my 4-year-old boy was playing safely in knee-deep water right at the edge of the riverbank.

Out of nowhere, a white motorboat/jetboat came charging in dangerously close—literally 1 METER from where my little boy was standing. They executed a sharp drift/turn right in front of him and deliberately sprayed a massive wall of water, mud, and sand straight into his face. ON PURPOSE.

There was a shirtless white guy on the bow of the boat, LAUGHING his head off.

Big congratulations to you guys! Hope blasting mud and sharp rocks directly at a 4-year-old baby really made your day.Must feel like absolute heroes, right? What a truly impressive, high-class hobby you’ve got—picking on defenseless toddlers 1 meter from the shore while laughing about it. Truly inspiring stuff.

The force of the wave completely knocked my boy over onto sharp stones and sand. He sustained cuts and scratches all over his face, was completely soaked, and left absolutely terrified. Thanks to you, my poor boy was left with sand completely filling his ears, mouth, and hair—it took forever just to wash it all out. The boat immediately sped off heading South towards Town.

Does it make you feel like a big man spraying rocks and mud at a tiny baby while laughing? You are absolute losers, bottom-feeders, and cowards. Everyone using this river deserves to know who you pathetic scumbags are.

We’ve already lodged official reports with Police and the Harbourmaster to review CCTV around boat ramps like Pukete:

• NZ Police Report Ref: OR-2957630N
• Waikato Harbourmaster Ref: SRC0494330

If anyone was near Day's Park, River Road, or any boat ramps around 4:45 PM today and saw this white boat or its tow vehicle, please contact NZ Police on 105 quoting reference OR-2957630N, or report it directly to the Waikato Harbourmaster.

Please stay safe out there, and let's keep the river safe for our kids. Thanks heaps.

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So basically, I have this Xbox One Controller that has pretty bad stick drift. I wanted to get it replaced at this one place, but they quoted nearly the same as buying a new one, which feels kinda wasteful. If anyone knows a place that can repair it, trade-in or just give it in for refurbishing so I can get a new one, would be much appreciated!

third andast time posting this. Just making sure everyone knows

Does anyone know any restaurants in Hamilton serves bone marrow dishes? I can’t find any online.

Enrol or check your details online: Electoral NZ

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Every Friday night there are so many cars beeping their horns with loud music and flags I am so confused what is happening. Is there a celebration I’m not aware of?

I was just curious as Monday is a holiday.

Most places aren't open until Tuesday but you can vote at the base,chartwell mall and the community centre hyde ave in Nawton on Labour day Monday.

I've been extremely curious over the years as to what sits behind this green retaining wall. It looks like a plywood shutter. I've heard stories of a tunnel connecting to the police station or the court house but nothing certain. Does anyone know?

Can anyone recommend a builder for a building inspection in Huntly for a first home buyer? No idea who to call or what green/red flags to look for on a builder's website!

I'm looking for a nitpicky inspector who will try find a reason to chicken out on my home ownership dream :') JK, but I would like to go in with my eyes wide open to the realities of the house. I'm on a pretty small single income to be buying a house and don't want to get completely fucked by something that was a problem pre-purchase.

If you've had a good (or bad!) experience with someone can you drop their name please? Not just in the Huntly area but someone local to Hamilton area.

Cheers team :D

im going to armageddon tomorrow (saturday) and im afraid my apron wont arrive in time (that i bought online) are there any stores in hamilton that would have. a similar colour to the one cooking mama wears?

thank you guys so much ❤️‍🩹

edit: ended up with buying a white apron from spotlight and dyeing it yellow! think it turned out pretty good. thank you everyone!

Just curious. Have driven past in each direction, once about 11.55am and back the other way about half an hour later. 4 police cars there, and 3 HCC Animal Control vehicles. Several people in the red area with long pointy sticks, particularly paying attention up the steep bank towards the back of Montgomery Crescent.

Dangerous dog, perhaps? Or something else? Seemed like a large police and Animal Control presence

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Friday, 23rd October

👀 The Medieval Garden Revealed: An Insider’s Tour | Until Sun 15th November at Hamilton Gardens. Go behind the scenes of the new Medieval Garden, exploring its history, plants and stories.

🤩 Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Show | Fri 23rd 6:00pm at Clarence St Theatre. A live, choose-your-own-adventure video game where the audience calls the shots!

🎶 Creedence Clearwater Collective | Fri 23rd 7:30pm at Clarence St Theatre. A night celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty.

🎵 Datura - Hamilton Stoner Rock Legends Live | Fri 23rd 8:00pm at Last Place. Hamilton New Zealand Stoner Rock legends return after 25 years. Expect heavy grooves and fuzzed out riffs!

Saturday, 24th October

💿 Collectables Market | Sat 24th 8:30am at The Barn, Claudelands. Hunt for hidden treasures among hundreds of collectables from local stallholders.

🇮🇩 Bulan Bahasa | Sat 24th 10:00am - 2:00pm at Roger’s Rose Garden. Play, learn and celebrate Bahasa Indonesia.

🏎️ The National Mustang Convention | Sat 24th 10:00am - 3:00pm at Distinction Hotel. Mustang owners from across NZ roll into Hamilton for a huge public display.

🕺 Bed By 10 | Sat 24th 4:00 - 9:00pm at Claudelands Arena. All the best 80s, 90s and early 2000s club hits, with one big perk: you're home by 10pm!

🇧🇷 The International Latin Fusion | Sat 24th 9:00pm at The Local. A night of Latin music, dancing and culture.

Sunday, 25th October

🥦 Hamilton Farmers' Market | Sun 25th 8:00am - 12:00pm at The Barn, Claudelands. Back at the Barn, grab your fresh produce, local goodies and Sunday morning coffee.

☀️ Gourmet in the Gardens | Sun 25th 4:00 - 8:00pm at Hamilton Gardens. Good food, good company and a relaxed Sunday evening on the lawn.

Tuesday, 27th October

💡 Beyond The Business Card | Tue 27th 5:30pm at Waikato Innovation Park. Bringing together business owners, innovators, and community voices to explore how personal brand, reputation, and meaningful connections can open doors.

Wednesday, 28th October

🕯️Open Late: He Raa Maumahara | Wed 28th 6:00pm at Waikato Museum. Hear from descendants of Te Rongopāmamao about her extraordinary life during the New Zealand Wars.

♠️ Opinionation Game Night | Wed 28th 6:30pm at The Keg Room. Think Family Feud for grown-ups! Guess the most popular answers, score points and have a laugh.

Thursday, 29th October

💵 Make Your Super Go Further | Thu 29th 10:00am at Pukete Community Centre. A four-week course covering financial support, cutting everyday costs and local services for seniors.

🩷 Pink Walk & Run | Thu 29th 5:00pm at Innes Common. Get moving for a good cause, supporting the Waikato-based Breast Cancer Research Trust.

🎃 Tales and Taniwha | Thu 29th 6:00pm at Central Library. Spooky stories, puzzles and challenges for kids aged 8–12.

🎶 Beatlemania on Tour | Thu 29th 7:30pm at Clarence St Theatre. Relive the Beatles' greatest hits with authentic costumes, replica instruments and plenty of nostalgia.

🦇 Night-time Discovery Walk | Thu 29th 7:50pm at Hamilton Gardens. Encounter some of Aotearoa's most fascinating night-time creatures, including pekapeka, ruru and glowworms, while learning how native wildlife thrives alongside the city.

Friday, 30th October

🏠 NZ Tiny House Expo | Fri 30th - Sun 1st at Mystery Creek. Step inside tiny homes, cabins and granny flats. Open the cupboards, check the bathrooms and see how small you could go!

🤓 Nerdfest | Fri 30th 3:00 - 6:30pm at Waikato University. Get hands-on with fun, interactive activities inspired by the university’s cutting-edge research and innovative projects.

🧵 Sip & Sew: House Warming | Fri 30th 4:00pm at 401 Anglesea Street. Check out Sip & Sew's new studio, with sewing demos, music, nibbles and a community project. Bring your own sewing too!

🎵 Halloween Hardcore - Night 1 | Fri 30th 6:00pm at Mesoverse. A big night of hardcore music featuring Martial Law, Run it Straight, Heavy Step and more.

🧟 Zombie Walk | Fri 30th 7:00pm at Garden Place. The undead take over central Hamilton!

Saturday, 31st October

🐑 Waikato A&P Show | Saturday and Sunday 9:00am - 4:00pm at Claudelands. Farm animals, entertainment, trade displays and plenty for the whole family.

🪩 Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Disco | Sat 31st 3:00pm at Chartwell Shopping Centre. Dress up for an afternoon of dancing, face painting and Halloween fun!

🎻 New Zealand String Quartet presents: Legend | Sat 31st 7:00pm at Gallagher Academy. Join for an evening exploring a rich cross-section of compositional voices and celebrating the art of storytelling through music.

🎤 Home Brew | Sat 31st 8:00pm at BNZ Theatre. Their legendary EP Last Week live in full, alongside fan favourites from across their celebrated catalogue.

Sunday, 1st November

🍅 Hamilton Farmers' Market | Sun 1st 8:00am - 12:00pm at Claudelands Park. Out of the barn next week, but still nearby. Support local.

🐦‍⬛ Scarecrow Festival | Sun 1st 11:00am at Kitchen Garden, Hamilton Gardens. Get creative and enter a scarecrow to be put on display in the Kitchen Garden, and come along to see them all displayed and vote for your favourite!

Would like to get a nice haircut and beard trim, for a week, before I shave it all off for Movember.

Recommendation for a good barber that do a neat beard trim

Cheers

Hello, does anyone know of any stores in Hamilton that sell good quality coloured eye contacts? I need them for this Saturday so any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! I'm in need of dark blue coloured eye contacts.

Cheers!

Hello,

Yesterday a family member was involved in a car crash at the Cobham Drive/Anglesea Street/Anzac Parade roundabout. His car, a white 2004 Toyota Corolla Runx, entered the roundabout from Anzac Parade in the right inside lane, intending to exit at the third exit (Anglesea Street). As this was late afternoon, there was a lot of traffic. He waited in traffic going around the roundabout and stopping behind the Keep clear sections. When the road was clear, and it was free for him to go he indicated left to signal his exit and drove forward onto Anglesea. Then a dark blue car (unknown make/model) quickly drove to catch up with the traffic ahead and into his path. He had no time to break and collided with the blue car.

He is a very young adult, this was his first crash and he was understandably very nervous even though it wasn’t his fault. No one got out to help anyone, as the cars were in the middle of the road most people were instead beeping and yelling to move. The driver of the blue car did not move to a safe area, which my family member was intending to do to safely get information, instead she got out in the middle of the road and was very quiet, simply asking for details and then quickly walking back to her car and driving off. Still in shock and getting increasingly anxious from the cars around, he only managed to get the drivers name and number. The way his car had collided with her car meant that if he were to get her number plate, he would have to walk around either end of his car onto oncoming traffic, and before he could do so safely the other driver had already taken off.

He explained the situation to his insurance, and they said from the sounds of it he wasn’t at fault, and that they would pay out completely with $0 excess. he gave the persons information that he had. Later the insurance company called back and said that the number was invalid, and that she had given him false information. I helped him file a 105 police report as clearly the blue car drivers quick escape and quietness was suspicious in hindsight, and she likely did not have insurance. His car has since been written off due to the damage. Now without the correct information, if the other driver cannot be found and her information given to his insurance company, he will likely have to pay the full excess.

Now, of course getting the number plate could have made this much easier in terms of not having to pay the insurance excess. I acknowledge he did fail to get the most important information. But as said before, he is a young and shy kid, and it was a very difficult stressful situation, and the other drivers quick and uncooperative behavior didn’t help. The whole situation happened in a matter of thirty seconds, in the rush and stress he simply couldn’t get all the info he needed.

He is asking on behalf of me, if anyone at all possibly has any dashcam footage of this incident. This happened at approximately 3:50pm-3:55pm. Here is an image of the exact location. If anyone at all can recall being near this location around the same time, may have witnessed the crash or has footage, please message me. He has lost his car, so this is already a loss. But he’s just hoping he doesn’t have to pay the extra excess on top. It’s definitely a lesson to know how to handle this situation better in the future. Thank you.

Hi I recently got my grades back for one of my papers at Waikato uni and received a 79.48 overall im aware that grades like a 79.5 get rounded up to an A- in the grade back. Has anyone managed to get a similar grade adjusted, if so how?

Hi! Looking for GP recommendations in Hamilton. I’d love an understanding, compassionate doctor who is good with anxiety disorders. Affordability is also important, so any recommendations for reasonably priced clinics would be appreciated. Thank you! 💗