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Raglan Airfield land set to be returned to mana whenua
Waikato District Council got work underway to right another wrong in district's history.
Conservation, environment key, says mayoral candidate
"It's probably the biggest election we've had with ... climate and local govt reforms."
Review: A good play, well-performed and with true heart
Get out and support the theatre companies that serve our city so well.
Waikato councils thinking about accepting Three Waters funding
Waipā and Matamata-Piako are deliberating with residents, HCC asks for deadline extension.
Intense team effort takes HGHS Langman to one goal off Castle Rangers
Two weeks of finals ahead in Waikato Indoor Premier Netball
Musical journey down the rabbit hole and around the world
The show takes you around the world with numerous musical styles
Shakespeare ruined by amateur dramatic society
Amateur dramatic society turn genius tragedy into sad comedy.
Students explore opportunities for their futures
Eastern Waikato Careers and Employers Expo was well attended and had positive feedback.
Matamata-Piako Māori Ward elected unopposed
Te Manawhenua Forum member Gary Thompson is the new Māori ward councillor.
All aboard to get Thames railway back on track
"We're down to one Sunday a month because we haven't got the manpower."
One person dead in crash involving pedestrian
The accident involving a pedestrian on State Highway 1 in Hamilton occurred about 6pm.
Kawhia shooting: Mum haunted by frightening escape with children
The judge said that, of all the offenders, Grayson Toilolo most deserved an MPI.
Authors share their latest work for Hamilton Book Month
A group of 20 authors writing for numerous genres gathered for the Local Authors event.
Seeking the best of New Zealand attractions
The mighty Waikato has plenty of experiences to offer locals and visitors who seek.
Bunting bows out - for now
Six new HCC councillors after Bunting, Gallagher, Pascoe and Macpherson step down.
Waikato Hospital ward in lockdown after Covid spreads
The situation was described as 'ongoing and difficult to control'.
Mongols gang trial: Drug dealing, shootings - and Louis Vuitton
They allegedly had a penchant for drugs and violence - but also Gucci and Louis Vuitton.
'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
World first: Backing for Paeroa seaweed project
"We decided we've got to invest in a way that really makes a difference."
Waikato men's and mixed netballers receive ANZ grant
Coach wants to see mens and mixed netball normalised at all levels
Elections 2022: Hauraki mayor returns unopposed
'If they take water infrastructure away, are councils big enough to carry on their own?'
Comment: Huge decisions on climate change looming
'We've got a habit in NZ of paying premium for property closest to the high-water mark'
Time to step up, says mayoral candidate
"I can't continue to be in the background; it's time for ... a more proactive approach."
10-week Mongols gang trial to begin in Hamilton
The trial involves nine Mongol gang members and is set to take about 10 weeks.
Ardern and Sharma haven't spoken since suspension
The Sharma saga began on Thursday last week when he published a column in the NZ Herald.
Buried treasure: Getting Kiwis to visit Hot Water Beach
"True magic of our country's reserved for those willing to step out of their comfort zone"
Pump station upgrade first shovel-ready project complete
Staff have more time to spend on other jobs as there is less manual intervention.
Successful launch to predator-free campaign
Predator Free Te Awamutu aims to get residents into backyard trapping.