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NZ's biggest fenced wildlife sanctuary cuts staff to make ends meet
The Waikato eco-sanctuary still needs much-needed financial support.
Free programme helps rural youths gain driving licences – with near-perfect success rate
Since it began in 2020, the programme has helped nearly 700 high school students.
16 months of diversions: Major State Highway 1 roadworks begin next month
Maintenance work will be done on a large proportion of SH1 in Waikato by the end of 2025.
Serious two-vehicle crash closes highway
There are believed to be serious injuries, police say.
Experiment reveals kākāpō escape strategies
The escapes from a fenced Waikato sanctuary regularly made headlines.
Waikato club rugby: Suburbs roaring in 2024
United Matamata Sports look to remain unbeaten at home in the second round.
Biggest kiwi translocation in NZ 'great news' for species recovery
Save the Kiwi is hoping for a kiwi corridor in the Waikato in the next few years.
Sanctuary Mountain closure a 'travesty' for biodiversity
It's home to 2500 kiwi birds but the sanctuary's financial troubles could see it close.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia headline Colts semi-finals
Top 2024 women's try scorer grateful for her Melville team and family.
From Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magic
Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.
Putāruru win Women’s Championship
Hamiton Old Boys and Ōtorohanga could not be split apart.
No action on Blue Springs walkway works a year after track closure
South Waikato District Council expects the track will reopen in November.
Waikato club rugby: Premier teams split for round two
Hamilton Marist are to host neighbours and 2024 Premiership dark horses University.
Kākāpō escapees continue to be trailblazers
The former Waikato residents have been relocated to Coal Island in Fiordland.
Waikato Club Rugby weekend a success for Hamilton Marist
Former Manawatū and Waikato winger Newton Tudreu was a standout for Hamilton Marist.
NZTA focusing on 'reactive activities' as pothole season arrives
Winter means potholes and flooding are the big issues for motorists.
Business amps up in South Waikato as new co-working space opens
Early learning provider Central Kids is Level 1's first tenant.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia upset unbeaten Hamilton Marist
Kio Kio United got their first win of the season when they hosted Leamington.
New Waikato Rugby chief executive wants to build on 'rich legacy'
The board received over 40 applications from New Zealand and Australia.
Waikato Club Rugby preview
Former Old Glory DC prop Gordon Fullerton returns for Te Awamutu Sports.
Person in serious condition after pedestrian and vehicle collide
Emergency services were notified of the incident in rural South Waikato after 1pm.
Three unbeaten teams in Waikato Club Rugby weekend
Ōtorohanga and Hautapu have also won all of their Premier matches so far this season.
Piarere roundabout project moves to next stage
Work on the Piarere roundabout is on schedule.
Upsets and closely fought games as club rugby season gets underway
Southern United picked up a big 110-0 victory over division one newcomers Kereone.
Police release name of man killed in Somerville Rd crash
James Burt, from Putāruru, was 36 years old.
Steam rising: Waikato Club Rugby gets underway for 2024
United Matamata Sports will play three of its first four 2024 matches at home.