Hamilton Arts Fest and outdoor movies - here's what's on in the Waikato
What's On in the Waikato in the next few weeks?
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Mystery Creek fireworks display cancelled
Fireworks may not be appropriate given the wider community's equestrian and rural nature.
Black Ferns set for Hamilton
The Black Ferns will start the Pacific Four Series in Hamilton.
Gunman on the run in Taupō after knife fight sparks school lockdown
Police will be visiting friends and family of gunman as the search resumes
Cambridge cul-de-sac and pathway extension approved
More than 70 per cent of submissions were in favour of a cul-de-sac.
Chiefs: Picking their best ever Super Rugby players
Picking the players from the Chiefs sides of the past
Attacker bashes relative with cricket bat
The victim has permanently damaged eyesight after being bashed with a bat in a carpark.
Crown Solicitor's management style undermined staff trust
Jacinda Hamilton deeply regrets actions that had a hurtful impact in her workplace.
Hamilton City Council proposes more service and staff cuts
The cuts would save $10.4 million in 2026/27, and $104 million over the 10 years.
Historic Waikato bar has liquor licence declined
The operator, Night Pearl Ltd, has already surrendered its off licence.
Genesis first-half profit zapped after Huntly outage
Lower hydro inflows and gas turbine wobbles impact Genesis Energy.
Wife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' home
The Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.
Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.
Doorman beaten, stomped unconscious, attacker claims 'just a pub fight'
Tuumanako Tawha stomped on the victim's head as he lay on the ground.
Chiefs face Crusaders in Hamilton for first Super Rugby match of season
Coach Clayton McMillan said the match was an exciting way to kick-start the 2024 season.
Te Awamutu entities gain sport and recreations awards
Record number of nominations from around the Waikato region for 2023 Sport Waikato awards.
Action-packed line-up of Waikato winners
Winners have been chosen in the Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards.
Community hero resuscitates local lifeguard service
The club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.
Nuclear testing medals handed out to four veterans
New Zealand sent two naval frigates for Operation Grapple in 1957.
Kihikihi bowlers help make wishes come true
Bowls team led by Henry Te Moni wins Make-A-Wish Tournament.
Genesis scholarships support Huntly students
Te Wharekura o Rakaumanga and Huntly College teachers selected 15 students.
'Severe pain': Dairy worker who had thumb sliced off speaks of struggles
Trayd Tahau, who was high on meth at the time, has now been jailed.
Motorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by police
Paeroa residents could expect delays on the roads today.
Mt Tihia tramp evades walkers once again
Find out what Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs have been up to this week.
Search underway to replace council CEO with 45 years' experience
Waipa District Council needs to replace its long-serving chief executive.
SH1 delays to be expected for next few months in Waikato
Journeys between Taupiri, and Ohakea in the lower North Island are affected.
'Unprecedented demand' sees extra grandstand built for Taupō Super400
The return of Supercars to New Zealand has been met with huge demand for tickets.
Waikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar power
The Warehouse is using a quarter of the power produced by the solar farm.
Haggis and highland dancing lifts the spirits at Paeroa's Scottish party
Paeroa celebrated the best of Scotland last weekend.
Heartfelt play pulls inspiration from real events
One Way Out pulls inspiration from real events and a time in Emily Costello’s life.
Striking it lucky: Matamata player's $100k Lotto payday
Waikato winners in Saturday night's draw.
Opinion: Why this is the biggest Super Rugby season yet
With mass financial pressures, this year looms as the competition’s most important.
$500k in losses: Burglar stole keys to every car on lot
The Huntly man doesn't have to pay a cent back.
'Working from home' a good option says NZTA as Waihī to Tauranga works get underway
Work on State Highway 2 between Waihī to Tauranga expected to continue into March.