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Principals in Waipā are finding they are coping with the pressure of Omicron.
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Merania Paraone named for Chiefs women
Merania Paraone loves both rugby and teaching, so her time management is "crucial".
Mayor lashes out at 'morons' behind horrific attack on Waikato Expressway
'A sad day when people are frightened to travel on our roads because of intimidation.'
Pedestrian dies after being struck by four vehicles
After being hit by a vehicle, the person was then struck by three more.
True number of Covid cases could be four times higher - expert
It's too early to say if Auckland has reached the peak of the Omicron outbreak - expert.
Waikato Inc finally gets to award its business champions
Chamber of Commerce finds a hybrid awards way through Omicron.
Trainer's passing marks the end of a dynasty
Des, the last of the three well-known Riordan brothers, has passed away at the age of 89.
Water tower removal paves way for community
Iconic viewpoint in Kihikihi to be turned into community area once water tower removed
The show must go on: H3 events team stands against the pandemic
Creative solutions developed to allow hybrid events and technology answers.
South Waikato catchment group gets funding boost
The Pokaiwhenua Catchment Group secured Government funding to restore local stream.
Covid-19 puts tighter squeeze on Hamilton pools and libraries
One third of Hamilton Pools staff is Covid-19 positive or isolating.
Enterprising mum launches digital marketing startup
Stephanie Kennedy starts up Prospa Digital marketing business
'Difficult decision': Fieldays postponed to November
National Agricultural Fieldays will now go-ahead from November 30 - December 3, 2022.
Covid cases to be reported by council areas
From now on, the Waikato DHB will report cases by council areas instead of by towns.
Celebrating women in sport and rescue chopper wāhine toa
The Waikato marks International Women's Day with a month of women's sport
Police divers search for swimmer missing in Waikato River
The swimmer disappeared yesterday evening near a central Hamilton jetty.
Dam road to be closed for hydro upgrade
Karāpiro Dam road closed August to December for major upgrade work
Local hospitality sector needs help from Hamiltonians
Hamilton's hospitality sector is having a tough time in the face of Omicron.
Marjorie's secret to longevity
Local woman, Marjorie Lewis has recently turned 100 years old.
Regent Theatre 90th celebrations this Saturday
Regent Theatre turning 90 this Saturday.
RAF war hero celebrates 100th birthday in Hamilton
Bomber Command rear-gunner Eddie Leaf survived 19 World War II missions.
First Covid death in Gisborne, South Auckland rest home sees half residents test positive
The man was admitted to hospital by ambulance last Friday.
Newest Te Awa River Ride section busy on opening weekend
Rive Ride covers 3 bridges, 5.4km of concrete footpath and 1.2km of timber boardwalk.
First construction at Sleepyhead Estate project expected to start soon
$1 billion project expected to create 2600 jobs and 1100 affordable homes.
Cyclists encouraged to 'take the lane' at roundabouts to keep safe
Inquest into the death of retired teacher and cyclist Mike Leach continues today.
Riff Raff statue has done the Time Warp
Hamilton's icon has found its temporary home at the Waikato Museum.
Most submissions in favour of SH1/SH29 safety improvement plan
Waikato's SH1/SH29 intersection among the most dangerous in NZ's roading network.
Hamilton man in court after fatal crash on outskirts of city last year
The 67-year-old made a brief appearance in the Hamilton District Court today.
Riff Raff statue re-unveiling
Hamilton's iconic Riff Raff statue was re-unveiled at its temporary home at the Waikato Museum yesterday. Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate and former National MP Tim Macindoe couldn't help it but join Sandra Jensen and Adrian Holroyd in doing the Time Warp (again). Video / Danielle Zollickhofer
Live: 25,000 students and teachers isolating with Covid-19
About 60 per cent of schools around the country have at least one case of Covid-19.
Te Awamutu apprentice receives award for hard work
Technical Achievement Award presented to young passionate staff member at STIHL
Storyteller Eatery & Bar helped by community
Te Awamutu locals put their hands up to help business affected by Covid-19.
One week left to enter No 8 Wire competition
This year's judge Eugene Kara is looking forward to a sensory experience.
'I saw a gap and put my foot down', truck driver's fatal assumption prior to crash
Truck blind spots and wrong road markings are key issues in the inquest, the coroner says.