'Nice pat on the back': Race starter made Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
McGovern said it is also recognition for racing participants who work behind the scenes.
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'He's done nothing wrong': Relative of fugitive Marokopa dad says police should leave him alone
"He’s getting the blame for everything now."
'Police visited that night': Hot pools manager says fugitive father could've snuck in
Police officers checked the area but did not review CCTV footage.
Waikato club rugby: Premier teams split for round two
Hamilton Marist are to host neighbours and 2024 Premiership dark horses University.
Election hopeful already a councillor elsewhere
Sarah-Jane Bourne grew up in Mount Maunganui, and is keen to return despite Waikato role.
Grief, aroha and unity in small town NZ: Community vigil for eight killed on roads in three weeks
Vigil is for anyone who needs it - whether they knew those killed, or not, says organiser.
'We want Tino Rangatiratanga over our lives': Waikato joins nationwide protest
Hundreds gathered in Hamilton at 7.15am.
Champion racehorse sells for record $7.1m
'We are also proud of what this says for the New Zealand industry.'
Waikato Club Rugby weekend a success for Hamilton Marist
Former Manawatū and Waikato winger Newton Tudreu was a standout for Hamilton Marist.
Magic mare will attract millions at auction today
Imperatriz could go for an estimated price of between A$4 million and A$7 million.
NZTA focusing on 'reactive activities' as pothole season arrives
Winter means potholes and flooding are the big issues for motorists.
One dead after truck and van crash near Te Aroha
Police have reported serious injuries were sustained in the crash.
Waikato crash victim was 51-year-old motorbike enthusiast, family 'devastated'
McCauley died following a collision between her motorbike and a vehicle.
Migrant's resident visa arrived days after being killed by repeat drink-driver
Jack Halliday had about 10 after-work drinks and then got behind the wheel.
One person dead after motorbike and vehicle collide near Matamata
A motorcyclist has died after colliding with a vehicle near Matamata.
Top drop: Matamata-Piako District Council a finalist for best-tasting tap water
The council is one of four finalists in the National Water Taste Test competition.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia upset unbeaten Hamilton Marist
Kio Kio United got their first win of the season when they hosted Leamington.
Kiwi couple married for 65 years share key to long and happy relationship
David and Sheila Callaghan reckon it's about give-and-take in keeping the flame alight.
Million-dollar donor's long wait for sports centre almost over
Philanthropist says he will be more excited once a construction contract has been signed.
New Waikato Rugby chief executive wants to build on 'rich legacy'
The board received over 40 applications from New Zealand and Australia.
Hobbit holes a winner in Waikato BOP Architecture Awards
Three Hobbit Hole facades were excavated and transformed into authentic homes.
All the club rugby action this weekend
Hinuera’s centenary win over Putāruru sees them the only Div. One side yet to lose.
Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year 2024 announced
Winner recognised for her outstanding passion and advocacy for the dairy industry.
Superb Snazzytavi delivers another Easter for Richardson and Norvall
Snazzytavi produced a performance to take a special place in Easter Handicap history.
Meet dragline enthusiast Neil Fitzgerald
'Using draglines I dug canals, formed stopbanks and cleared drains all over the Waikato.'
NZ horse racing legend dies
Dave O’Sullivan, a legend of NZ horse racing who beat the best in the world, has died.
Waikato Club Rugby: Hinuera to mark centenary
There will be plenty of club rugby action this weekend.
Three unbeaten teams in Waikato Club Rugby weekend
Ōtorohanga and Hautapu have also won all of their Premier matches so far this season.
Truck crash closes SH27 from Tatuanui to Tahuna for hours
One patient in moderate condition was taken to Waikato Hospital via ambulance.
What are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?
Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.
Morrinsville's Herd of Cows makes online moove
A new digital experience has been launched.
Emergency services respond to stabbing near Morrinsville
Police were notified of an incident around 1.15pm.