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Waipā businesses backing plastic-free month
Local businesses have teamed up with the Waipā District Council to reduce plastic bag use
Irish rugby hero's life-saving kiss: All Blacks fan brought back from dead
A last-minute trip, a scream in a carpark - and a father's life is saved.
Council needs to address iwi aspirations, says mayoral contender
Susan O'Regan wants to make capacity building for mana whenua a priority
Multiple crews battle buildings on fire at former sawmill
At least 12 fire trucks responded.
Josh's story – 'I'm lucky to be alive'
The three steps after a cardiac arrest: 1. Start CPR 2. Use the AED 3. Call an ambulance.
Bill Bartie's rugby travels
Te Awamutu-based Bill Bartie travelled the world but still calls Te Awamutu his home.
Funding round opens for Covid recovery
The money is to go towards activities that will help the district's long-term recovery.
Waikato woman admits role in P, GBL drug ring
Sharon Marfell was a senior member of a drugs distribution syndicate in the Waikato.
City council says new annual plan reflects certainty of projects and budget
Council will increase city borrowing to cover unforeseen cost pressures and new projects.
Trio plead as alleged Hamilton 'kidnapping' re-trial gets set to kick off
The three will now be sentenced in September.
Hamilton scores early slice of Fifa Women's World Cup 2023 action
Ten top women's football teams will play qualifiers at FMG Waikato Stadium in Hamilton
Skincare specialist Caci ready for Te Awamutu opening
Caci is set to open permanently in Te Awamutu after the success of the pop-up shop
Meet the team protecting our kauri
"These are not just trees, they are treasures ... leaders and guardians of the forest."
Community committees on the cards for Hamilton
Current councillors recommend the establishment of community committees to new council.
HCC won't apply for Government Three Waters funding yet
Hamilton City Council just put its foot down demanding answers before making a decision.
The Nukes in town with three-part harmony, great songs, and a new album
Musical miscreants who bring joy and harmony to all they encounter.
Four arrested following reports of illegal street racing on Waikato Expressway
One of the vehicles involved attempted to ram a police car.
Teen hit by vehicle on way to school, suffers serious injuries
The pupil was airlifted to hospital.
Special store helps Tokoroa's needy access food support with dignity
Social supermarket gives people in need the opportunity to choose products themselves.
Lost cows on the moo-ve through Rotokauri
Six curious cows were wandering between Lee Road and the Wintec campus.
Why you might see more seals on Coromandel beaches
'It will become more common to see them around Waihī and in the Hauraki Gulf'
Pinc and Steel helps Waikato GP on road to cancer recovery
Pinc and Steel is one of this year's beneficiaries of cancer fundraiser Dry July.
Marist Premier combos keep up pressure to fend off University Premier Reserves
FTNC Premier continue winning form, leading Keppler Premier all the way
People at the core of award-winning orchard business
Traditional Māori knowledge provides a foundation to the team's approach
Bawdy play's first outing a tour-de-force
Classic Roman tale adapted for stage by Michael Hurst
Cattle breeders battle it out on the bowling mat
Friendly rivalry on bowling mat between cattle breeder clubs.
Prisoners building new quarters after riot
New parts of prison are being constructed by inmates after a riot 18 months ago.
Waikato iwi ready to see Māori mayor for Matamata
Ngāti Hinerangi support the idea of increased diversity in Matamata-Piako District Council
Hamilton and Waikato Tourism appoints new chief executive
Greenwell has been interim general manager since the departure of Jason Dawson.
Waikato offers mighty good fun these school holidays
The Waikato region is jam-packed with fun, boredom-buster experiences.
Sir John Kirwan hits the road in name of kids' mental health
He will be in Hamilton as part of a national trip for children's mental health initiative.
Region in bid to increase immunisation rates
Health experts are warning we are primed for potential outbreaks of other illnesses