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Food Hubs are struggling to keep up with growing demands
A third of Food Hubs’ monthly recipients are seeking help for the first time.
‘End of an era’ - Winstone Pulp International closes after 45 years
Long-time workers head off to other regions and new jobs.
HCC reduces rates rise to 19.2 per cent, with more possible cost cuts identified
The city's LTP will be up for deliberation next week.
University of Waikato staff strike on Open Day after salary talks 'hit a wall'
The Tertiary Education Union has demanded a 5 per cent salary increase for staff.
'Unaffordable': Hamilton mayor responds to public feedback on draft LTP, 19.9% rates hikes
Developers say increased contributions could force them to build elsewhere.
A free feed is the signature dish in this town
Twice a month the Tūrangi community sits down to dinner.
Charity meating the need of Waikato locals having it tough
Farmer-run charity puts meals on tables for needy Waikato families.
Loving Arms charity hits massive milestone after helping 5000 families
Loving Arms helps new mums and their families.
'Between a rock and a hard place' Taupō people face big rates and fees rises
Taupō ratepayers are in for a big hike in rates this year.
Only 212 submissions made on HCC’s proposed 19.9% rates rise
Hamilton councillors will focus on official submissions, not social media comments.
Hamiltonian helps South Sudan fight challenges
Lieutenant Colonel Sheree Alexander is leading a United Nations Mission.
Waikato woman declared best beauty therapist
"Don't let anyone tell you that being a beauty therapist isn't a real job."
Pet projects take centre stage at global animal event in Hamilton
UK Professor claims Greyhound racing is ethical and shouldn't be banned.
'Dramatic' rates rises needed to balance Hamilton's books
Rates could increase by an average of 19.9 per cent in the 2024/25 financial year.
Smart use of power is helping ease cost of living pressures
The aim of the Healthy Homes Program is to reduce power use by 30 to 40 per cent.
Beating the cost-of-living crisis one chippie packet at a time
Chip Packet Project looking to ease looming winter crisis.
Waikato foodbanks 'desperate' for donations
Vinnies Hamilton is deciding if they should limit food parcels to six per family per year.
SPCA feeling the squeeze with peak kitten season still to come
Kitten season is triggered by warmer summer months when cats are seeking to mate.
'The Hickey Tour': Farmer hitchhiking Auckland to Christchurch for The Big Feed
Colin Hickey's a bit nervous about his journey but "making it work is part of the fun".
Foodbank meats needs with donation
Taupō Community Food Bank is celebrating a meaty donation.
How does the price of fuel compare in your community?
Data for the map was supplied by price tracking app Gaspy.
Dire prediction of 12-18 months of reduced income for farmers
DairyNZ has calculated a break-even dairy price of $7.51/kg for farmers.
Council commits to rates certainty for 2023/24
Capital programme of $352.1 million of key projects approved.
Food banks helping 165 per cent more people than before the pandemic
More seek kai relief, including some who haven’t required support in the past.