Survey puts creative arts industry on radar
State of the Arts survey says creative industry needs more attention in Covid environment
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Food and Fibre sector calls for young people
Primary industry leaders want to make the sector more attractive to secure its future.
One dead, smoke rising from crash that downed power lines
The road is blocked in both directions.
Waikato prepares to rock Colgate Games 2022
The annual event is ready to go ahead and 75 Waikato athletes are set to participate
City sees pedestrian and cycling bridge on growth horizon
Hamilton has sent a proposal to Government's Infrastructure Acceleration Fund (IAF).
Seven Waikato summer festivals set to rock the region
Festivals are set to take place in Whangamata, Karapiro, South Waikato and Thames.
It's electrifying! New rapid EV charging station on SH3 at Mokau
Fast-charging stations every 75km across state highway network is the aim
Toddler remains critical in hospital after near-drowning at Raglan
The toddler remains critical but stable in Waikato Hospital.
Horror Matamata crash: Three remain in critical condition, others stable
The occupants are still recovering in hospital, three remain critical.
Award recognises exceptional service to clients during unpredictable year
Unsung heroes helped businesses to adapt and thrive to support our economy
Children aged 10-13 thrown from car, critical after Matamata crash
Four of the five are in a critical condition in Waikato Hospital.
Waipā's recycling calendar to go digital
The council won't deliver the calendar to each household anymore to reduce waste.
Raglan near-drowning: 2-year-old's brave battle after pool incident
The two-year-old was initially hospitalised in a critical condition.
Festive road toll of 5 'a real tragic start', top cop says
Seventeen people have died in the past 10 days.
Hamilton plumber taps into national final
Cody Hall will compete in national Young Plumber of the Year competition.
Keep it clear when buying plastic bottles
Coloured plastic can be recycled, but the dyes adding the colour turn grey when processed.
Ham is the most popular Kiwi kai – again
New Zealand ham is the centrepiece of many Kiwi family Christmas tables.
St John wishes Kiwis a safe and enjoyable holiday season
Be kind: St John has zero tolerance for verbal or physical violence towards staff
Innovative discovery trail developed at Rotopiko
National Wetland Trust develops innovative discovery trail at Rotopiko Reserve.
Busy boating season ahead as Waikato welcomes Aucklanders back
Report unsafe behaviour on the water as well as maritime hazards and incidents.
Stay sober behind the wheel this Christmas
Waipā District Council urges residents to encourage their friends not to drink and drive.
'Like breathing through a straw while drowning': Kiwi dad was sceptical about Covid - then he got it
"Being able to breathe...we take that for granted so much."
Silent nights on state highways this holiday break
Christmas-New Year holiday period expected to be busy on Waikato and Bay of Plenty roads.
Bus drivers in Waikato region receive Christmas bonus
Waikato Regional Council allocated a total bonus of $200,000 to bus drivers.
Mahoe Medical farewell long service employee
Sandra Holmes worked at the medical centre for over 30 years.
Young farmers to battle it our for regional title
Eight finalists will compete to become Waikato Bay of Plenty FMG Young Farmer of the Year.
Don't forget to use sunscreen this summer
A new research has found that nearly one in five New Zealanders get sunburnt most years.
Family desperate to reunite stranded 11yo with cancer-stricken mother
"Her mum has been sick so she wants to go home and keep an eye on her mum," says dad.
Movie theatre gifted to the town
Te Awamutu movie theatre owner Allan Webb gifts business to the community.
One dead in collision between ute and milk tanker in Waipa district
Two state highways were blocked by separate crashes.
If only I had not … a message from the Waikato Regional Road Safety Forum
Waikato is over-represented in national transport death and serious injury statistics.
Lady Verna Meads dies
Wife of late New Zealand Player of the 20th Century, Colin Meads, passes away age 85.
Allan combines his passion and career
Looking forward to a weekend off after lifetime in movie exhibition industry.
New Hyundai dealership takes franchise title
Rosetown Hyundai win Dealer of the Year in first year of operation.