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Mangaiti blessing celebrates official gully opening
The vision for the gully was to restore the native vegetation to pre-European status.
FMG Stadium Waikato ranked among world's best
Least liked stadium is Estadio Ciudad de La Plata in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Hamilton ready to get party started for HSBC NZ Sevens' return
Full men's and women's tournaments across two fields at FMG Stadium Waikato
'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payout
Judge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.
Street name changes to Māori 'most wonderful decision'
Name changes welcomes after 159 years "of injustice, of wrongdoing, of murder".
Hamilton name changes: Von Tempsky St now Putikitiki St; Dawson Park now Te Wehenga Park
Street and park renaming part of proposals for Hamilton to also be renamed to Kirikiriroa.
Leaky home repair bill now $600,000, owner claims
'You'd want to know what was behind the plaster,' the owner of a leaky home advises.
City's food waste collection back in full swing
Production of compost from Hamilton's food waste will also resume next week.
New Zealand's first Pan Pacific hub is shaping up in Hamilton
Pacific Island community trust K'aute Pasifika hosted a site visit for selected invitees.
Mayor lashes out at 'morons' behind horrific attack on Waikato Expressway
'A sad day when people are frightened to travel on our roads because of intimidation.'
Cyclists encouraged to 'take the lane' at roundabouts to keep safe
Inquest into the death of retired teacher and cyclist Mike Leach continues today.
'I saw a gap and put my foot down', truck driver's fatal assumption prior to crash
Truck blind spots and wrong road markings are key issues in the inquest, the coroner says.
Why $100m new Te Huia rail service may not last: report
Analysis claims the service costs more than taking a car and creates more carbon.
Anti-bullying advocate fined after Facebook posts breach confidentiality agreement
Allan Halse claims he's a target for being critical of the Employment Relations Authority.
Leaders condemn anti-vax narrative invoking Holocaust
Leaders affirm remembering the Holocaust is now more important than ever.
Hamiltonians urged to revive food bin habit
Council suggests storing perishable food waste in the freezer until collection day
'Lots of celebrations' for Waikato alert level move, but caution over rules
People in the region are welcoming the coming freedoms.
Competition offers $25,000 to best clean recycling post
WasteMINZ is on a mission to encourage people to rinse, recycle and repeat their waste.
Plans for Peacocke create climate-ready neighbourhood
Access everything you need within 20 minutes, without relying on private cars.
'I can't sleep': Dairy owner exhausted after being burgled 3 times in 3 days
The young thieves have told the dairy owner the robberies are a 'game' to them.
Three Waters Reform divides Waikato councils
Most councils take a mild stance towards reform, but some voices ask for stronger position
Hamilton City Council looks to chase developers for costs after winning court case
Hamilton City Council says the decision proves there's nothing wrong with its DC policy.
Hamilton City Council staff quit over controversial Ward St makeover
Despite mixed reactions from the community, the Ward St redesign is here to stay for now.
Māori identity threads through life of fashion designer
The inspiring journey of a designer committed to celebrating her Māori identity.
Striking jetty artwork inspired by history of five local hapū
Mayor encourages more Hamiltonians to enjoy the Waikato River.
'My worst nightmare': Hamilton joggers injured after geese terrorise fun run
A gaggle of geese has terrorised an organised fun run, leaving 2 joggers with bruises.
Bruce Clarkson praised as a treasure to council and the city
"Waiwhakareke the best example of urban restoration in the whole country."
Revealed: Hamilton City Council's $22k on talk fest for staff
Hamilton City Council boss says it's a good use of ratepayer money.
John Minto and supporters plan reunion lunch and march to rugby park
A great day in history because NZ made an impact internationally, says political activist.
Thousands of visitors will give economic boost to the city
Hamilton will be abuzz with a sold-out concert and a crowd of 20,000 at an All Blacks game
Hamilton City Council supports calls for more te reo, Māori history
New outcomes and measures introduced as a result of community input
Hamilton recycling service nominated for award
The city's recycling service is example of making a change for environmental wellbeing.
Mayor 'hopeful' Hamilton's Great Kiwi Beer Fest will return
Hamilton's mayor is pouring her efforts into saving the city's beer festival.