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Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.
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Free bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki event
This year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.
Physical search not the focus of latest phase in Tom Phillips investigation, police reveal
"There is a vast area in which Tom and the children could potentially be."
Waikato road deaths six times higher this month than in June 2023
This time last year, Waikato's road death toll was one. Today, the toll reached six.
Homes urgently needed for pets in wake of storms
Gisborne, Napier and Hastings SPCA Centres have run out of space for displaced pets.
One dead after serious two-car crash in Gordonton
A secound person suffered serious injuries.
Mother describes moment child mauled by rescued dog
The 4-year-old is in a stable condition after undergoing two surgeries.
Tūrangi puts on spectacular light show with just one drone
Who needs hundreds of drones for a light show? Tūrangi display shows you only need one.
Full steam ahead for Geothermal Week
The event theme highlights the “Immense value of our taonga, our geothermal resources.”
Thames-Coromandel rates increase includes $8.9m office refurbishment
The council will investigate before committing to multi-million dollar refurbishment.
New Waikato River bridge for Taupō brought forward
Detailed planning for a second Waikato River bridge in Taupō to get under way soon.
Rent increases on table for council tenants
Hauraki District Council has proposed rent increases for tenants in 57 properties.
Coromandel welcomes back Summer Concert Tour
Cold Chisel, Icehouse, Bic Runga and Everclear announced for Summer Concert series.
Sights set on track and trail improvements
Multiple agencies meet to improve tracks and trails across the Coromandel.
Melbourne Cup winning jockey joins Cambridge's Walk of Fame
McDonald won the 2021 Melbourne Cup and the title of World Jockey of the Year.
Responses galore for transport project
Amount of feedback is no surprise to Service Delivery Committee.
$80,000 reward for whereabouts of missing Marokopa children expires
Police are working through more than 50 credible pieces of information.
'I'm so sorry this happened to you': Mobility scooter rider dies in hit-and-run
'The person was transported to Waikato Hospital where, sadly, they have died.'
Waikato and Chiefs gain spots in the big teams
Ōtorohanga Sports Club's Cortez Ratima is one of five new All Blacks.
Person in serious condition after being struck by moving car
One person is in serious condition after being struck by a moving vehicle.
'The roof was blown off': Rosetown Posedown a showcase for town
Local team’s results were a testament to all their hard work and determination.
Brass out of pocket: Band seeks funding for new instruments
The instruments are coming to the end of their usable life and will cost $169k to replace.
'This little place has a lot going for it': Marokopa according to the locals
Residents of the town don't want their home to be remembered only for Tom Phillips.
Taupō's Great Lake Film Society wins Best Film Award in 48Hours challenge
Best Film, Best Cinematography, Best Script, and Best Performer was won by one Taupō team.
Police scale back presence in Marokopa as reward for info on Tom Phillips expires
Police were working through more than 50 credible pieces of information from tipsters.
Visit Te Kūiti's treasures from the comfort of your couch
A special new tour has been launched.
Building fire ‘not suspicious’
The cause of the fire was undetermined but "likely to have been electrical".
Putāruru win Women’s Championship
Hamiton Old Boys and Ōtorohanga could not be split apart.
Former Waikato man joins Los Pumas coaching staff
Kenny Lynn joins Martin Bogado with Argentina squad.
One person in serious condition after two-vehicle crash involving tractor on SH3
'We treated and transported one patient to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.'
Town gets set for Matariki celebrations
Matariki comes to Whangamatā with three days of celebration.
Power move: $15m for back-up generators in Coromandel
Powerco is spending $14.7m on back-up generators in Coromandel town and Matarangi.