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New council presented with report
concept for the Ngatea Library and Council service centre

Waikato burglaries: Police investigating spate of overnight burglaries
Waikato police are investigating after eight premises were burgled overnight.

Luxon states byelection candidate expectations amid diversity dilemma
Candidate nominations close on Wednesday ahead of the byelection on December 10.

Halo, what's this? Science explains what caused sun's 'Death Star' effect
Clouds also had a part to play in unusual optical phenomenon.

Council closes museum after quake risk report
Safety risk discovered as the council looks to replace roof and windows.

November is 'Month of Musicals' in Waihi
Waihi Drama Society prides itself on bringing great entertainment to Waihi.

Liz Stolwyk returns as deputy mayor
Councillors are set to take their oaths on October 31, in Karapiro.

Hamilton playing host to superstars of brass
Be prepared to be dazzled, charmed, and awed by these brilliant Stars of Brass.

Waihi Golf results
On Labour Weekend Sunday, the Waihi Club held an Ambrose tournament.

Brian Tamaki's umbrella party to contest Hamilton West byelection
Freedoms NZ Umbrella Party leaders say they are optimistic to get elected into government.

Some SH1 delays and detours during Ngāruawāhia remedial works and upgrades
Safety Improvements ahead for Ngāruawāhia section of Waikato Expressway.

Speed limit cut possible on 'death trap' stretch of State Highway 1
The agency says it is advancing a range of interim safety measures.

Waihi tennis junior clinic a success
Twenty-one players attended the clinic, which featured juniors vs seniors battle.

From Thames to Takanini: Eight youths arrested after fleeing police for 90km
The police helicopter monitored the vehicles as they made their way to SH1.

Bardoul duo now both capped by Steamers
On retiring from rugby, Johan turned to teaching and hopes to become a professional coach.

Government invests $2m in South Waikato bio feasibility study
The study explores the development of hydrogen and bio-fuels at Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill.

‘They’re living like fugitives’: New plea for missing Marokopa children from heartbroken sibling
The children have been missing for 10 months along with their fugitive father.

Waikato sausages a banger at national sausage comp
New World Te Rapa's pork sausage is joint winner of the Supreme Award.

City-shaping document out for public feedback
Urban Growth Strategy refreshed to ensure Hamilton is the best place to live and work.

Bugger: Near-new $38,000 Toyota Hilux had parts from other cars
He thought he'd bought a near-new Hilux then learned it was rebuilt after a crash.

Here's what's new and exciting in world-class Waikato
Experiences and facilities geared to attract visitors and locals.

Contractors focusing on State Highway 1 in the Waikato
Across Waikato, approximately 430 lane kilometres of road will be resealed or replaced

Promising new Chiefs lock comes from talented sporting whānau
Manaaki Selby-Rickit's consistent on-field efforts have been recognised.

Hamilton councillors inducted with emotional ceremony
Hamilton's first Māori Wards Moko Tauariki and Melaina Huaki were inducted with haka.

Water quality at beaches under the microscope
A council drive is aimed at gaining better information about Waikato's coastal waters.

Shirley Valentine back on stage in Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu's Little Theatre to host one-woman play Shirley Valentine in November.

People still not wearing lifejackets
Those heading out on the water should check the weather forecast.

Quake risk shuts council building, museum
Building is earthquake-prone at 20 per cent of the National Building Standard.