Hamilton City Council welcomes newest member
Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward councillor Maria Huata was sworn in on Tuesday.
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Independent arbiter needed for code of conduct complaints, mayors say
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Hamilton Long-Term Plan adopted with focus on balancing the books
Hamilton City Council adopted its Long-Term Plan 2024-34 yesterday.
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Hamilton's much-loved visitor attraction already featured in the ranking in 2023.
Investigation launched into Hamilton councillor who wrote expletive-laden rant
He made the comments in an online submission to Waipā District Council.
Final fundraising for Hamilton Gardens' next garden gets under way
The garden is already under development but still needs $300k to be completed.
From Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magic
Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.
Free bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki event
This year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.
'Words matter': Minister rebukes councillor for use of 'derogatory terms'
Hamilton City councillor wrote an expletive-laden rant to neighbouring council.
Hamilton's tallest buiilding being converted into 191-room hotel
'It’s well needed and brings such a positive feel to the CBD.'
Waikato tourism organisation to make changes due to council funding
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Hamilton's coin parking meters looking for new homes
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The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki in May.
Zeal for zines on show as quirky festival celebrates 10th anniversary
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Hamilton rates rise reduced after councillors deliberate LTP
Mayor Paula Southgate said it had been “the most challenging and complex" LTP.
Up to 100 new homes could be built on Rototuna site
Hamilton City Council decided to sell the land at a council meeting last week.
HCC reduces rates rise to 19.2 per cent, with more possible cost cuts identified
The city's LTP will be up for deliberation next week.
Hamilton Arbor Day to mark heritage park's restoration anniversary
The 20th celebration will see the 'Bug Man' from Animal Planet as a special guest host.
Hamilton bus hub receives $7.5 million revamp
It will be the Transport Centre's first facelift since its opening in 2001.
'Unaffordable': Hamilton mayor responds to public feedback on draft LTP, 19.9% rates hikes
Developers say increased contributions could force them to build elsewhere.
New Zealand’s smallest economic development agency closes
Te Waka would cease operations on June 30.
Wastewater flows into Hamilton stream after pump station failure
The council has asked people to keep themselves and their pets from entering the waterway.
Councillor quit after being queried about regular absences
Hamilton councillors have been queried about their attendance.
Nominations for Hamilton Kirikiriroa Māori ward seat open
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.
Mayor asks for further cost savings as LTP draws in 3000 submissions
Hamilton's rates rises have drawn in a flood of feedback from the community.