New ZealandInvestigation launched into Hamilton councillor who wrote expletive-laden rantHe made the comments in an online submission to Waipā District Council.01 Jul 11:58 PM
New ZealandFinal fundraising for Hamilton Gardens' next garden gets under wayThe garden is already under development but still needs $300k to be completed.01 Jul 06:30 PM
New ZealandFrom Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magicEvents and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.27 Jun 06:48 PM
New ZealandFree bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki eventThis year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.27 Jun 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Words matter': Minister rebukes councillor for use of 'derogatory terms'Hamilton City councillor wrote an expletive-laden rant to neighbouring council.26 Jun 06:31 AM
New ZealandHamilton's tallest buiilding being converted into 191-room hotel'It’s well needed and brings such a positive feel to the CBD.'21 Jun 06:31 AM
New ZealandWaikato tourism organisation to make changes due to council fundingSeveral councils have made funding cuts to the organisation in their LTPs.19 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandHamilton's coin parking meters looking for new homesThey were replaced with Smart meters in March.19 Jun 05:36 AM
New ZealandFounders drama continues: Demo budget extended by nearly $1mThe extension was necessary due to an ‘unprecedented’ asbestos find.12 Jun 05:17 AM
New ZealandEight candidates vie for vacant Kirikiriroa Māori Ward seat in byelectionThe byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki in May.11 Jun 03:35 AM
New ZealandZeal for zines on show as quirky festival celebrates 10th anniversaryKirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest celebrates the art of random creativity.10 Jun 10:26 PM
New ZealandHamilton rates rise reduced after councillors deliberate LTPMayor Paula Southgate said it had been “the most challenging and complex" LTP.08 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandUp to 100 new homes could be built on Rototuna siteHamilton City Council decided to sell the land at a council meeting last week.07 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandHCC reduces rates rise to 19.2 per cent, with more possible cost cuts identifiedThe city's LTP will be up for deliberation next week.30 May 02:03 AM
New ZealandHamilton Arbor Day to mark heritage park's restoration anniversaryThe 20th celebration will see the 'Bug Man' from Animal Planet as a special guest host.29 May 02:28 AM
New ZealandHamilton bus hub receives $7.5 million revampIt will be the Transport Centre's first facelift since its opening in 2001.26 May 11:29 PM
New Zealand'Unaffordable': Hamilton mayor responds to public feedback on draft LTP, 19.9% rates hikesDevelopers say increased contributions could force them to build elsewhere.22 May 02:11 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand’s smallest economic development agency closesTe Waka would cease operations on June 30.17 May 12:53 AM
New ZealandWastewater flows into Hamilton stream after pump station failureThe council has asked people to keep themselves and their pets from entering the waterway.16 May 02:10 AM
New ZealandCouncillor quit after being queried about regular absencesHamilton councillors have been queried about their attendance.16 May 01:44 AM
New ZealandNominations for Hamilton Kirikiriroa Māori ward seat openThe byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.13 May 11:42 PM
New ZealandMayor asks for further cost savings as LTP draws in 3000 submissionsHamilton's rates rises have drawn in a flood of feedback from the community.13 May 07:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato Museum closes until December for 'significant' workHamilton City Council said the work had been planned for a long time.07 May 01:46 AM
New ZealandHamilton Māori ward councillor resigns, triggering second byelection this yearCouncillor Melaina Huaki has resigned effective immediately.07 May 12:41 AM
New ZealandHobbit holes a winner in Waikato BOP Architecture AwardsThree Hobbit Hole facades were excavated and transformed into authentic homes.03 May 04:59 AM
New ZealandHamilton City Council lowers speed limit near schoolsDepending on the school's location, the speed limit is permanent or "variable".29 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandIconic Hamilton Gardens glasshouses to be removedThe glasshouses have been closed to the public since 2020.29 Apr 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Somebody’s got to open that door': Concerns at decision to deny theatres' funding applicationsWaikato Herald spoke to local arts advocates about what the cuts mean for the future.26 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe city opening NZ's biggest independent supermarketThe Hamilton West space has been vacant since Countdown moved out eight months ago.26 Apr 07:44 AM
New ZealandHow Waikato observed Anzac Day in words and pictures“Our way of life and the freedoms we cherish are still at stake.”26 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandLarge crowds expected for Hamilton Anzac servicesLarge screens will be positioned at each end of Memorial Park.24 Apr 04:22 AM
New ZealandWhat are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.18 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandBlack Caps and England to battle it out in HamiltonThe test match is expected to boost the local economy.10 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandVolunteers plant 10,000 daffodils in a Hamilton parkTe Awamutu is next in line for a dose of daffodils.08 Apr 11:32 PM
