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Power outages: 'Transpower asked us to reduce load by 20 per cent', WEL Networks speaks out
WEL Networks says it repeatedly questioned Transpower about dropping power load.
Go Eco able to focus on their role as advocates for our environment
Len Reynolds Trust invest in children, young people and the environment.
The story of a family swept across continents and time
Fictionalised account of the author's own Chinese family who fled to NZ.
Trio lead police on chase from South Auckland to Hamilton
The stolen vehicle was followed by police from Papakura before being dumped in Hamilton.
Rural awareness a special focus of Rail Safety Week
Pedestrians and drivers urged to wake up to the risk that trains pose
SH29 Kaimai Range closed overnight Sunday August 29
Road users are advised to plan their travel outside the planned closure where possible.
Māori identity threads through life of fashion designer
The inspiring journey of a designer committed to celebrating her Māori identity.
Unique use of ancestral knowledge a step to national stop smoking goal
Indigenous innovator develops quit smoking programme based on Māori ancestral knowledge.
Hamilton software developer helps to fight health emergency
Company-X software developer Jiadong Chen created a prototype app to detect pneumonia.
Scholarship to aid student's urban forests research
The content of the project is unlike any other research in the world today
Waihi drowning: School board charged after death of student
Jaden Chhayrann, 17, got caught in a rip while going for a swim on a geography trip.
Safer and smoother ride through the city
Clean sweep for cycle lane safety in Hamilton streets.
Nominations open for Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards
Awards acknowledge innovation, partnerships, collaboration, and diversity.
Gallaghers fund new musical University Chair
The Dame Malvina Major Chair in Opera aims to revitalise the University's School of Music.
Benee postpones regional tour for 'personal' reasons
Benee's first nationwide regional tour was due to kick off in New Plymouth this weekend.
Epitome of teamwork at Marist Premier game
Closest game of the day between Marist Premier and Allied HOB was a real nail-biter
Applications wanted for Creative Communities Scheme
The scheme aims to help grow creative projects in Hamilton, turning ideas into reality.
Waikato events at the forefront of 2021 NZ Event Awards
With a record number of 108 total entries, seven Waikato events made it into the final 50.
Local manufacturer celebrates 100 years by creating charitable trust
Trust will offer youth development focused on employment pathways and family support.
Striking jetty artwork inspired by history of five local hapū
Mayor encourages more Hamiltonians to enjoy the Waikato River.
South Waikato decides to do its own promotion of district
The council has decided to pull the funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
City Planning Manager Luke O'Dwyer has died suddenly at home from medical event
Luke O'Dwyer leaves behind wife Kylie and two young children.
'My worst nightmare': Hamilton joggers injured after geese terrorise fun run
A gaggle of geese has terrorised an organised fun run, leaving 2 joggers with bruises.
National Hepatitis action plan launched in Hamilton
Coinciding with World Hepatitis Day, the plan aims to help eliminate the disease globally.
Major road closures coming to Hamilton's Ruakura Rd
Expect three months of road closures done in stages.
Cookie cutters bring Māori flavour to kitchen tools
The new trio to add Māori flavour consists of a fishhook, koru and double twist.
Forty years of volunteering at Hamilton Gardens
Volunteers helped transform the city's main rubbish dump into a world-class attraction.
Riverlea Theatre Masquerade Fundraising Ball returning soon
Theatre well known for its commitment to the upskilling of young thespians
Waipa win first Waikato district lacrosse tournament
Waikato Lacrosse held its first district tournament for U15 girls last weekend
GPs copping abuse from frustrated patients waiting for vaccine
Staff were getting daily phone calls from frustrated patients wanting to be vaccinated.
Council candidates put youth in focus
Wintec Journalism students question candidates about youth issues in the city.
Waikato motorists also warned to expect heavy rain
Parts of Coromandel Peninsula have already had more than 30mm of rain this morning
Age no barrier for brass band champs
Baritone player's 60 years at top level competitions earns special award.