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Waikato country music duo scoop up six award nominations in US
The duo won Best New Artist at HUGS Radio Awards, nominated for six US awards.
Photographer captures comet, meteor shower and kiwi-shaped nebula in one image
Berge hiked to a remote location, avoiding light pollution to capture breathtaking skies.
Music video a tribute to loved and lost parents
First she lost her dad and then Mum died just as music career starts taking off.
Hamilton Rugby wins Peace Cup for fifth time in a row
The Hamilton Rugby Sub-Union defeated Eastern Bay in the final 24-0.
Vote for your favourite Healing Art at Pihanga Health in Tūrangi
Community votes on art to enhance Pihanga Health's rooms, promoting healing, positivity.
Senita Lauaki scores in Waikato Rugby debut, following brother Sione's legacy
Senita Lauaki, brother of late All Black Sione, debuts for Waikato in 26-20 win.
Waikato athletes shine: 13 of New Zealand’s 20 Olympic medals from Paris 2024
Cambridge rowers Brooke Francis and Lucy Spoors won gold, defeating reigning champions.
One person in critical condition after three-vehicle crash in Te Awamutu
Emergency services are attending a serious three-car crash in central Te Awamutu.
Thames Valley rugby great Ray Wells remembered after passing at 86
Ray Wells played in the famous 1962 team that beat Australia.
Transformative dirt bike therapy programme thriving in rural Te Puke
Youth Encounter celebrates three years in Paengaroa.
Special Olympics TA's Ella Yarndley graduates from leadership programme
Te Awamutu resident graduates from Special Olympics NZ Athlete Leadership Programme.
Home Kills film tour brings Waikato and BOP to the big screen
Home Kills film tour hits Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Coromandel cinemas with Q&A sessions
Retro Valley opening for Reece Mastin at The Factory
Waikato band Retro Valley will open for Reece Mastin at The Factory Hamilton this Saturday
Waikato Rugby lends Christian Leali’ifano to injury-hit Auckland squad
Auckland Rugby thanks Waikato Rugby for loaning Leali'ifano amid injury woes.
A whole ewe world: Waikato shearer places 12th at Europe's largest agricultural show
Wellington placed 12th in ladies' shearing at Europe's biggest agricultural show.
Crocodile farmer happy with a new life of teaching
Before teaching students, Chris Foot farmed crocodiles.
Long days and freezing nights in search of the perfect photo
The magic happens in the 'blue hour' just before dawn.
Going for gold with a snorkel and flippers
All four New Zealand teams made it to the podium.
'Yeeted' out the window: Late-night visitor gets short shrift
A Te Awamutu cat gets a lesson in aeronautics.
Only one change for this year's Waikato NPC squad
Waikato squad sees 32 of 33 named players returning from 2023.
Innovative after school programme helps youth tackle the big issues
Anywhere between 60 and 90 kids come through the programme every week.
1000 junior rugby players set for Waikato festival
This year’s Waikato tournament will involve 32 rugby clubs.
'Out of hand' flower growing hobby blossoms into fully fledged business
The farm is on the side of Kakepuku Mountain near Te Awamutu.
New NZR boss says passion for rugby hasn't changed since he was a little kid
The passionate former All Black is continuing to help the revolving wheel of NZ Rugby.
Hinuera B hosting final in centenary season
Lance Elrick turns back the clock with a big try-scoring season.
Hamilton's family's sporting dynasty grows with All Blacks halfback call-up
Noah Hotham could become the third sibling to represent New Zealand.
Nordstrom goes from Mooloo man to a Ram
The 2024 Chiefs pre-season replacement has been named in the Heartland squad.
'Rowdy' duo get Opshop bonus for fundraising gig
Rowdy’s Rose will perform at awards concert in United States.
New club rugby trophy honours legacy of Waikato All Blacks greats
The first match for the Clarke Family Cup took place in Morrinsville last weekend.
Future of rural Waikato lake under review
The reserve attracted 44,689 users to its walking and cycling track last year.
Waikato and Chiefs gain spots in the big teams
Ōtorohanga Sports Club's Cortez Ratima is one of five new All Blacks.
Chiefs fans 'loud', 'loyal' and ready for war as Blues clash awaits
How do you strike fear into the opposing team? Slow roasted marshmallows of course.
Muay Thai machine wins King in the Ring
Michael Isaac went from watching the King in the Ring tournament on TV, to winning it.
Waikato-designed robots take over Fieldays
Machines to help horticulture industry and its struggles are being exhibited at Fieldays.
Kiwis set to take on the best young rodeo competitors in the US
A team of five has been selected for the National High School Finals Rodeo in the USA.
Stephen Cox recognised for service to cycling
Stephen Cox has been involved in cycling continuously since 1968.
Waikato polo ace to make New Zealand debut in England
New Zealand will challenge England for the historic Golden Jubilee trophy.
Girls' rugby pilot programme gains NZ Rugby's attention
The programme aims to increase girls’ participation in rugby across five local clubs.
Food Forest project: Community reap the fruit of their labour
Everyone is invited to take what they need from the garden.
Wellness Workshop in Waipā
Local duo hope to teach people to understand they can take control of their own health.
Chiefs and Magic swap sports ahead of home games
The captain’s run saw Chiefs players take on the Magic ahead of their home matches.
Cambridge school hosts Chiefs player trio
Students at Goodwood School found out that Chiefs rep Hamilton Burr can eat 12 Weet-Bix.
Orient Express to take Te Awamutu locals on culinary journey
Head chef Anshul Sethi decided he wanted to be chef in 10th grade.
Tahāroa duo leads Warriors to victory over Panthers
A rugby league weekend of magic sees the Warriors take down the defending premier champs.
Waikato lacrosse players off to Hong Kong for world champs
Time for spotlight to shine on Te Awamutu's Anita Blakely and Holly Harris.
Group walk from Te Kūiti to Te Awamutu for a special cause
Over $1500 raised so far by group for incurable breast cancer.
Sean Maitland's long rugby career comes to a close
The former Hamilton Boys' student retires after an illustrious rugby career.
Women walk from Te Kūiti to Te Awamutu for a special cause
The Walk 50K this May 2024 campaign is the inspiration for the six women rugby players.
Pirongia herd manager named New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the Year
Kirwyn Ellis was described by the judges as relaxed, thoughtful and mature.
War Memorial Park playground opens to community
New playgorund puzzles incorporate and relate to Te Awamutu War Memorial Park’s heritage.
Hamilton boxer writes New Zealand history as first women’s cruiserweight champ
Tinta Smith defeated Sequita Hemingway on Saturday.
Kiwi duo last standing at Dead Cow Gully endurance race
McAlpine hopes other women can be inspired to give backyard ultra running a go.
Waikato player set for Wallaroos debut
Wood helped the Western Force to their maiden finals appearance in 2024.
Connecting Te Awamutu College to the community through sport
Coaches preparing players for life and immersing them in the community.
Rugby flashback: The story of Ron Lockwood
Waikato locals may remember Lockwood for his decades of service as a property valuer.
Hoping to survive the Dead Cow Gully ultra marathon
Runner Jane McAlpine is stronger, fitter and wiser than she's ever been.
Ouwehand to become an Olympian
Ouwehand is one of six athletes who will make their Olympic debuts in Paris.
TA fire brigade receives energy boost ahead of Firefighter Challenge
The Ōhaupō Ngāhinapōuri Lions Club just donated a $6100 training dummy.
Te Awamutu's Rosetown Print opens new chapter
The Morrises want to reassure the community that the business has sold, not closed.
Big-hitting golfer Chris Charlton sets eyes on long drive world championships
Hamilton golfer leads Australian Long Drive Championship Order of Merit.
Waikato rugby champ selects squad for new international competition
The inaugural Rugby Championship Under 20 Tournament will take place in Australia.
Hamilton's The Keg Room stands out in national awards
Waikato pubs made it into the Top 50 New Zealand Gastropubs awards.
Council backs down over third Cambridge bridge location
The location for the new bridge is something that will need community input.
Two former Waikato boys departing for overseas rugby gigs
After returning from injury, Fergus Burke will play out rest of 2024 season.
Ian Foster gives back to his Te Awamutu sports community
Foster returned to his former rugby club as the world awaits his next career move.
The story of Waikato's first NPC title
1992, 16 years after the start of the NPC, saw Waikato rugby claim their first title.
Small but mighty - the story of Waikato rugby's Wayne Annan
Annan loved playing for Te Awamutu in a great historic period of Peace Cup rugby.
The story of Waikato's first NPC title
1992, 16 years after the start of the NPC, saw Waikato rugby claim their first title.
Fears new Central Hamilton parking charge will encourage workers to stay at home
Business association says more paid parking could have a knock-on effect for the economy.
Cambridge jetski racer to test new waters at overseas competitions
The 19-year-old has been racing for only 15 months.
Crusaders call in 36-year-old former sevens star on short-term contract
Several seasoned rugby players are in the Crusaders 2024 Super Rugby Pacific squad.
Bibbidi, bobbidi boo: Waikato kindy holds pumpkin challenge
This year's Giant Pumpkin Challenge saw a 64kg pumpkin take out a top spot.
Waikato teen selected for international softball challenge team
Te Awamutu Softball chief executive Manu Jones put Kylck Austin forward for selection.
Former Chiefs' players line up for the Force
Loosehead prop Josh Bartlett is testing the waters in Perth.
Levi Reweti returns to Taranaki
'Win-win' for CMK Club Rugby and the Yarrows Taranaki Bulls NPC team.
Savea becomes all-time leading Super Rugby try-scorer
The record-breaking back scored in the second half, during his side's 29-23 loss.
Jet skiers descend on Lake Karāpiro for national champs
About 40 competitors from across New Zealand will take part in the event.
Waikato connection for two Super Rugby debutants this weekend
Chiefs pre-season squad member has helped fill Crusaders injury void.
Rugby book of record names Waikato midfielder as promising player
The Rugby Almanack is the world’s longest-running rugby book of record.