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Waipā welcomes new chief executive Stephanie O'Sullivan amid major council decisions
It's been a busy start to the job for the new Waipa District Council CEO.
1000 junior rugby players set for Waikato festival
This year’s Waikato tournament will involve 32 rugby clubs.
Orient Express to take Te Awamutu locals on culinary journey
Head chef Anshul Sethi decided he wanted to be chef in 10th grade.
Pirongia herd manager named New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the Year
Kirwyn Ellis was described by the judges as relaxed, thoughtful and mature.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia upset unbeaten Hamilton Marist
Kio Kio United got their first win of the season when they hosted Leamington.
Tattooist of Auschwitz author talks about best-selling novel's journey to miniseries
Heather Morris on the whirlwind ride with Tattooist of Auschwitz miniseries.
Ouwehand to become an Olympian
Ouwehand is one of six athletes who will make their Olympic debuts in Paris.
Te Awamutu commemorates Anzac Day
Locals can adopt a cross in memory of their loved ones who passed away after war.
First Taiea te Taiao ecological corridor marker blessed
Representatives come together to mark significant project milestone.
Waipā's 2024 Tuia mentee 'no stranger to leadership', mayor says
Tane Aruka Te Aho has been selected for this year's Tuia Leadership Programme.
Big-hitting golfer Chris Charlton sets eyes on long drive world championships
Hamilton golfer leads Australian Long Drive Championship Order of Merit.
Waikato Club Rugby: All the action and results from the weekend
Last year's top Premier try-scorer Shauncy Waho has continued his form with his new club.
Pirongia Mountain Bike carpark upgraded
Improvements to allow for all vehicle access, with less risk of getting stuck in mud.
Te Waitere Classic 2024
Multiple farm and forestry owners share amazing landscapes with riders during the classic.
Pests beware: Pirongia on the warpath
Community involvement key to Predator Free Pirongia success
Te Awamutu Night Market back to warm cooler nights
Monthly event brought to you by the organisers of Hamilton’s Gourmet in the Gardens.
Mangapiko Stream to be lined with carved pou
The pou are part of the Taie te Taiao project led by New Zealand Landcare Trust.
Nightmare for elm trees in Te Awamutu
A fatal and fast-spreading tree fungus has been discovered in Waipa.
Historic Waikato bar has liquor licence declined
The operator, Night Pearl Ltd, has already surrendered its off licence.
Waipa District Council wants minister to step in over proposed waste to energy plant
Community group to host public meeting this month over the proposed development.
Pirongia cell site chosen but residents say they were 'blindsided' by location
Connexa announces new cell tower site for Pirongia but not all residents are happy.
Mayor to mentor young Māori leader
Susan O'Regan spent a successful year mentoring Te Awamutu’s Maude Rewha.
Kiwi Pies returns from the ashes - fans snap them up
Eight months on, Kiwi Pies is back and thriving thanks to the local community.
Te Awamutu pitches itself as an easy base for great holidays
Te Awamutu is making a bid for a bigger slice of the tourism market.
Reflecting on an All Blacks career that almost was
Although Quarrie retired from rugby at 28, he had many great experiences.
Native species make stunning comeback
Twenty years ago Mt Pirongia was no place to be a native bird.