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Up and Under: Kiwi Searancke - a rugby legend in Waikato and beyond
From player to coach, Searancke's impact on rugby spans decades, generations and countrie.
The try that wowed fans: How Smiler-Ah Kiong captured top honours
Latrell Smiler-Ah Kiong wins Fans Try of the Year at the 2024 ASB Rugby Awards.
Young Kiwi golfer aims for US success with 2025 tournament tour
Blake Novak will compete in US tournaments in 2025, showcasing Kiwi talent globally.
Golfer clocks up 100 rounds of golf with scores under his own age
Stuart Reid, 79, wins 2024 shoot-out, scores under age 100+ times; aims for more.
Te Awamutu boys' volleyball team wins Waikato junior title in thriller
Coach Mahonri Sunnex: 'We made it work and won the division championship.'
Te Awamutu's new ambulance: A community gift with an important story
Hato Hone St John Te Awamutu thanks Grassroots Trust and Numans at ambulance dedication.
Black Ferns stars inspire at Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon launch
Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon hits 500,000 participants milestone in December 8 event.
Waikato road blocked after car hits power pole
Cambridge Rd expected to be blocked for several hours.
Road closures for Te Awamutu's festive parade: What you need to know
Parade starts 11am, Selwyn Lane; includes lolly scramble, prizegiving at Selwyn Park.
From country rugby to Crusaders: Shalfoon's inspiring journey
Crusaders' Shalfoon to play Blues in Kirwee, excited to return to country rugby.
'Not enough evidence' that incinerator would be positive for community, mayor says
Waipā District Council prepares feedback on Te Awamutu waste-to-energy plant.
Meter reader critically injured as thieves looking for drug money steal his work car
Jason Wharekura maintains he doesn't know his co-offenders, despite his guilty plea.
Police respond to possible sighting of armed people on college campus
Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.
Prisoner captured after escape from Waikato Hospital
The incident has prompted a review of Spring Hill Corrections Facility procedure.
Young Waikato volunteer shows community spirit
Te Awamutu Intermediate student grasps concept of volunteering for his community.
Waikato butchery Expleo brings home the bacon
The Te Awamutu business won four national awards recently.
Tree disaster leaves Ōpārau without power for days
Waipā Networks responded after 14 poles fell in Ōpārau.
Waipā athletes to receive special homecoming event
Meet Olympians and enjoy games, food and live music at Waipā's celebration in December.
Te Awamutu's Special Olympics meet lights up with local pride
Hamilton cadets support Special Olympics, helping athletes and enhancing the event.
Waikato country music duo scoop up six award nominations in US
The duo won Best New Artist at HUGS Radio Awards, nominated for six US awards.
Te Awamutu connections in Super Rugby Pacific squads 2025
Ngane Punivai, now with Hurricanes, may see more playtime after Moorby's departure.
Te Awamutu's Masson eyes career-defining boxing win in Poland
Masson faces new challenges in Poland, aiming for his biggest career win.
From NZ to Budapest: Hazel Ouwehand's four-year Olympic quest begins
Te Awamutu's Hazel Ouwehand, 24, balances swimming and a part-time accounting career.
Genealogy convenor honoured with life membership at 40th celebrations
40th anniversary of Genealogy Group celebrated with Life Membership Award for convenor.
For or against waste-to-energy plant: Submissions due by December 18
Time running out to submit to EPA on Te Awamutu's waste-to-energy plant.
Waipā council funds 27 events with $75k to boost community ties
A $75,000 fund supports 27 Waipā events, boosting community ties and local economy.
The game that never was: Waikato players commemorate rugby history
Despite no match in 1981, Waikato players celebrate camaraderie and the Ranfurly Shield.