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Kāinga Ora hoping to build 32 new homes for those aged 55-plus
Kāinga Ora is looking to aid with the shortage of affordable housing in the district.
Chiefs excited but wary of match against Crusaders
Chiefs hope for nine in a row, but Crusaders beat the team in second game last season.
BoP, Waikato Lotto players dominate second division win
Fifteen players will be ending the month on a high.
Kihikihi’s new playground opening on Saturday
Council spending millions on renewal and development of play spaces.
Oklahoma! in Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu's Woolshed Theatre will host Oklahoma! through late May and early June.
District council considering land sale to fast-track social housing
Proceeds of the land sale would go towards repaying council debt.
Closures now start Thursday as urgent repairs needed on Coromandel’s loop road
Overnight closures are scheduled from Thursday, April 27 to Thursday, May 4.
Anzac commemorations held across the district
The Te Awamutu RSA is also looking to connect to younger veterans and incorporate them.
Waikato police seize six vehicles after illegal street racing
The vehicles weres seized after police executed search warrants.
Officer justified in punching teen in face as he reached for hidden bong
'It was his favourite bong, and he did not want it to be taken by police.'
Rangiriri Pā Trenches open to tourists a year after the due date
King Tuheitia opened Rangiriri Pā Trenches last April.
Two men arrested after shots fired at police in Hamilton overnight
Police were responding to a report of an attempted car theft in Hamilton East.
Marching to honour fallen comrades
Huge turnout to Dawn Service a mark of respect for New Zealand's servicemen and women.
Hamilton Michael Hill raided: Taupō store also robbed overnight, youths arrested
The raid on the store comes less than a week after a Chartwell store was hit.
One dead and four critically injured after two-car crash near Waitomo
Three helicopters and three ambulances responded to the crash just before 1pm.
Navy's wāhine camp encourages girls to seek a marine industry career
Going deep and empowering young women with confidence and curiosity about science.
Waikato state highway bridge the first built from timber in 50 years
The Onetai Bridge is an exciting move towards using climate-friendly materials.
Rugby: Surf's up for Ōhaupō
Ōhaupō Rugby Club remain top of division 1 after their unbeaten start to the season.
Top attractions under one banner
Hamilton City Council says the name reflects conservation and kaitiakitanga.
Drivers urged to plan for busy roads
Check Journey Planner for roadworks, traffic, detours and delays.
New playground to open in John Rochfort Park
Kihikihi’s newest playground will be celebrated with a formal opening on Saturday.
Tainui Group Holdings delivers striking new Hamilton landmark for ACC
Māori King unveils name for TGH-owned building - Amohia Ake
Fonterra receives $2.5million boost for Hautapu site
The co-op will move to a more carbon-friendly heat option.
Plumber hires criminal mate, ends up in fight over 'sacking'
'It’s been a long time coming my bro. This just ain’t the place for employment for you.'
Eight in a row: Chiefs win big to continue unbeaten start
The Chiefs title quest marches on.
Waikato’s most stolen cars revealed
AMI says Waikato is in the top three regions with the most car thefts in NZ.
Eggs-emplary community hero recognised
Te Awamutu local Diana Manutai-Esau is the inaugural Good Egg.
Te Ara o Tūrongo Ceremony acknowledges historical moment
The Te Ara o Tūrongo Ceremony held to commemorate the construction of the railway line.
Moving Hamilton concert inspired by the spirit of Anzac Day
The concert includes the world premiere of a specially commissioned waiata
Going, going, gone: Hammers disappear as needles come out.
Lugtons Hamilton Central auction room will be a blood clinic on Thursday, April 27.
Passing the baton at Anzac Day 2023 in Waikato
Annual gathering to honour fallen and returned servicemen and women.
RSA hunt for information on Lance Corporal
The Te Awamutu RSA want to honour Cecil Richard Fisk but need more information.
Cyclone adds to problem of spinifex dune grass scarcity
Innovation in growing spinifex is needed to ensure the sustainability of plants and dunes.