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Stitchin’ Stuff brings joy this Christmas season
350 stockings filled with chocolate made by Stitchin' Stuff staff and clients.
Thousands attend Te Awamutu Annual Craft Fair.
This year was one of the most successful Te Awamutu Craft Fairs says organiser.
People losing up to $10k on Facebook tiny house scam
The tiny house-related scam that aims to take $10k from Waikato residents.
'We are not immune': Fenz warns of lithium-ion battery danger
After a station fire in 2019, firefighters became more aware of the risk they posed.
Thieves strip earth wires from live network
Thieves are making off with copper wire from live power network.
Local plumber nabs Regional Plumber of the year
Hamilton young plumber, Cody Hall, looks to nationals after regional win.
Liberation Museum in French town honours Kiwi soldiers who freed the town using ladders
French museum honours the Kiwis who liberated a town using ladders.
Hamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of Weird
Hamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.
'Small' Waikato store grabs biggest honour in Mitre 10 MEGA Garden Centre of the Year
Gorgeous Garden Centre takes out the top prize.
Successful basketball winning streak lives on at Koromatua School
Koromatua School's basketball teams earned gold and silver at the 2023 AIMS games.
New, not internet, secret to school's science fair success
Peachgrove Intermediate has a way with science, winning a regional contest once again.
Showcasing the motorhome and caravan lifestyle
Campers flock to Mystery Creek Event Centre for the big caravan and motorhome show.
School's successful Barbie market day
Te Awamutu College gives students a hands-on approach to understanding business ownership.
Social workers reflect on the good, the bad and the busy times
The life and work of Waikato social workers.
New Hamilton site on cards for Waikato police
No site will be confirmed until the business case process is completed in 18 months.
How a printing press got caught up in the Waikato Wars
The history and significance of the Te Hokioi on display at Te Awamutu Museum this month.
Spotlight on the unwanted during Pestival in the Tron
Showcasing native biodiversity and the work to protect it in a free, fun, festival way.
Toi Māori Arts take centrestage this weekend
Community day and showcases this week to highlight Toi Māori artists.
Pause for thought needed during Slow Fashion September
Don't be too hasty to change your clothes says slow fashion afficionados.
College students cook up success
Te Awamutu College students pick up medals at this years Waikato Culinary Fare.
Waikato youngsters to shine in Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr
NYT's Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr features 50 young, talented Waikato youngsters.
Country schoolgirls' visionary idea tops regional science fair
A country school has taken out awards in every category of the Niwa Waikato Science Fair.
Council security bolstered in the wake of public aggression
Te Awamutu's Waipā District Council office has increased security for staff safety.
Waikato beauty queen sets sights on vintage title
Hollie Henderson, aka Miss Polly Rose, is ready hoping to secure yet another pinup title.
Local apprentice places second in Apprentice of the Year
Te Awamutu's Mac Livingstone of Livingstone Builders placed second in Waikato.
Learn about menopause in Te Awamutu
This event will be held at 6.30 pm Wednesday, September 6 at Rosenvale in Te Awamutu.
Hairspray is ready to wow this August
Hairspray the Musical is coming to Riverlea Theatre this August.
Young artist selected as a finalist in the National Youth Art Awards
Nathan Wilson's piece on display at the Blue Gallery in Hamilton, until August 13.
Single-vehicle crash on Ōhaupō Road
A crash on an Ōhaupō Road property last Friday led to speed concerns.
Ancestry-based learning to kick off museum's Adults Collection Activities
Te Awamutu Museum gives the community the chance to research their family history.
Kāwhia Volunteer Fire Brigade grateful for new ute
The Kāwhia Volunteer Fire Brigade has a new ute through the community's support.
Sparking kids' creativity through the art of dollmaking
A chance for children to create their own dolls during the school holiday.
Women of any weight develop lipedema and it is resistant to traditional weight-loss methods
June is Lipedema Awareness Month.
Rosetown Lions set to raise money for Te Awamutu Boxing Academy
Rosetown Lions are holding a variety show fundraiser at the Woolshed on June 17.
Local wins King's Birthday honour
Locally born teacher given award due to her services to youth and education.
Eco-warrior laments BMX blitz
BMX riders undoing the progress of native plantings in Ōhaupō.
Transylvania Mania set to break loose on Saturday
Local actors star in Riverlea Theatre's production of Young Frankenstein.
Local man gives older model bikes a new lease on life
Finn Webster has dedicated his life to restoring the bikes he loves.
Anzac commemorations held across the district
The Te Awamutu RSA is also looking to connect to younger veterans and incorporate them.
Charity cash looking for deserving causes
Altrusa Te Awamutu is looking for people and worthy organisations to receive funds.
Waipā Hire and Waipā Towing combine to help Hawke's Bay
Waipā businesses donate and deliver a digger to Hawkes Bay for Cyclone Gabrielle clean-up.
School kids step up for cyclone relief
Ōhaupō School students working hard to fundraise post Cyclone Gabrielle.
Community toy library working hard to provide fun for tamariki
Te Awamutu Community Toy Library is looking for new members and volunteers to join them.
Ngāhinapōuri artist nominated among the best in New Zealand
Jennie says that just being selected with other great NZ artists is fantastic.
Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run vists Puahue School
Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run organisation visits Puahue School.
House hunted and secured for couple with award-winning pets
After hunting their house, couple Alma and Charlie get their life started in the Waipā.
TA Bulk Water Supplies delievers the gift of water around the Waikato
A passion for truck driving drove Renee to start up a new business venture.
Workshop gets you thinking on your feet
Local teacher Tovah O'Niell offers performing arts to the Te Awamutu community.
No more ram raids in Te Awamutu says The Bollard Guy
New local business aims to make the protection of building more affordable.
New fruit and vegetable shop opens in Kikikihi
Support the new store in Kihikihi, which strives to support its community.
Rose show is back and better than ever
Te Awamutu's community digs in and gets involved with Te Awamutu's 58th Rose Show.
Young actor hopelessly devoted to theatre
Up-and-coming actor to take on the role of Danny in Clarence St Theatre's musical, Grease.
Vitality, togetherness and unity felt at kapa haka festival
After three years, Waipā's inter-school Kapa Haka Competition is back.
Te Awamutu Intermediate slam the competition again
For the second year, Te Awamutu Intermediate have placed in the top 3 at Band Slam.
Te Awamutu RSA takes a moment to remember
Ex-service personnel, council and members of the public gather to pay their respects.
New business donates some of their income to charities
Executive Housekeeping and Care is helping the community and international causes.
Gumboot Gala set to become annual event
Money and awareness raised was within the Te Awamutu community via Gumboot Friday.
Wellbeing comes first at award-winning retreat
Resolution Retreats are for people from all walks of life who need a break or support.
Hidden treasures feature in this year's Altrusa Home and Garden Ramble
One is history, one is a legacy - and both are gorgeous.
Farmers are not gonna take it
Farmers meet in Te Awamutu's CBD to take part in the nationwide groundswell protest.
Help Te Awamutu Kids Zone stop van vandals
Constant destruction of Te Awamutu Kids Zone's vans has left workers feeling frustrated.
Reward money and pleas for the safe return of Kevin's motor
The motor was stolen amid Kevin's process of rebuilding his bike to compete in Australia.
Come on in and meet the proud new owners of Paper Plus Te Awamutu
Enthusiastic new owners are enjoying the community and encourage people to stop in.
Loving Arms fundraiser to help them help more babies
Loving Arms Charity are raising money to help end poverty and continue the work they do.
New assembly for creatives in Te Awamutu
Artist Kate Symmans's Artistry Huddle was funded by Waipā's creative community scheme.
Dropping into Te Awamutus new skate park
Families, skaters, BMX riders and parkour enthusiasts roll into the park opening.
Year 10 Business Market Day attracts students and staff to buy food
Te Awamutu College held this year's Year 10 Business Market Day this week.
Grey Power Te Awamutu's Meet the Candidates
A chance for voters to meet the candidates was held last week at the Waipā Workman's club.
McKay whānau visit their tupuna Irihāpeti Te Paea
Scottish/Māori hui is held at St John's Anglican Parish to honour the family's ancestor.
New name, paint and management for Early Learning Centre
New manager Rebecca Fitzell says things are looking up for the centre
TA butcher to compete in the 'Olympics of Meat'
Local Butcher to represent New Zealand at the World Butchers' Challenge in California
100 years of memories at the Pirongia War Memorial hall
The community banded together 100 years ago to create the Pirongia War Memorial Hall.
Need help finding your flow? Melanie can help
International life coach Melanie is looking to connect with people who feel out of balance
'best kindergarten in the world' celebrates the career of their former head teacher
Innovative, professional and experienced teacher Sue McCandlish has retired after 26 years
Family-owned business loves to give back
Customers of QSPlus get to decide where their funding will go via tokens
Fundraiser knocks it out of the carpark
Gumboot Up Te Awamutu's BBQ Brekkie was a smash hit last Friday morning.
Owners frustrated with constant burglaries to their Eatery & Bar.
Business owners Kane and Bridie Osbourne ask the community for assistance against thieves
Get your gumboots on and grab some brekkie
The Waipā community is working together to raise money for those "stuck" in the system
George says he enjoys the cleaning he does for the community
George Fleck has worked hard for Te Awamutu for many years and will continue to do so.