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Wollaston reflects on a remarkable year with three medals and two rainbow jerseys
Wollaston ties for third in the 25km points race, narrowly missing a fourth medal.
Cambridge's Jane McAlpine joins elite squad for international Backyard Ultra event
NZ hopes to improve on 11th place from 2022, with 64 countries participating this year.
Meatstock Hamilton 2025: Retro Valley in star-studded line-up at Mystery Creek
Retro Valley to perform at Meatstock Hamilton 2025, celebrating local music and BBQ.
NZ's biggest fenced wildlife sanctuary cuts staff to make ends meet
The Waikato eco-sanctuary still needs much-needed financial support.
Te Awamutu's Jett Richmond shines in the mud at mini motocross nationals
Jett excels in mud, wins third race; family has strong motocross background.
Police release two people arrested after Te Awamutu homicide
A post-mortem examination of the victim will take place on Friday.
Future management of 'two waters' in Waipā still being reviewed
Waipa District Council's Dawn Inglis said the CCO is about “how we manage debt"
Waipā council seeking Pirongia community's input on hall usage and future plans
Feedback open until 5pm, November 10; residents encouraged to share their views online.
Former Pirongia resident Brad Mayo joins All Blacks XV management team
All Blacks XV will face Munster in Ireland and Georgia in France next month.
Te Awamutu's Andrew Christie: Building pathways for young rugby talent
Coach promises a player-focused approach to his new role.
Music video a tribute to loved and lost parents
First she lost her dad and then Mum died just as music career starts taking off.
Three people trapped following truck vs car crash in Pukeatua
Three people have been extricated from a car, following a two-vehicle crash in Waipa.
Keeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taonga
Since the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.
The city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZ
Housing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.
Long-serving nurse bowing out after passing on her skills
Long-serving primary care nurse Sally Davies takes well-earned retirement.
Increasing electricity demand: NZ's top mechanics and cable jointers gather in Te Awamutu
Kiwi lines companies will need to double staffing levels to cope with growth.
Three people injured after truck and car crash on SH3
One man was seriously injured and was transported to hospital by helicopter.
'Major safety concerns': Waikato gyms tell minors to lie about ages
A manager at one of the gyms said she was 'trying to fix' her mistake.
Critically endangered kākāpō population hit by three deaths this month
One of the birds that died was the 'treasured' poster boy for his former sanctuary.
Busy fire brigade gets a free ute
Chief Roan Gouws says the donation will 'improve our ability to protect and serve'.
Waikato crowned champions at Wheelchair Rugby national contest
Four teams competed, showcasing skill and teamwork in an intense final against Auckland.
Fears for safety as live shotgun cartridges again found by recycling sorters
Recycling is sorted by hand, by real people, manager says.
Waipā libraries release huge online offering
It's time for free digital content for all Waipā library members.
Home Kills crew tours Waikato cinemas with support from Waikato Screen
Waipā mayor Susan O'Regan praises locally shot film Home Kills after Cambridge premiere.
Walkway project to connect community with local history and nature
Planning for the walkway through in the small Waikato village started two years ago.
Waikato man sentenced after dog euthanised following 'gross neglect', blunt force trauma
Experts said the dog would've been in 'severe discomfort' for a three-to-six-month period.
Walk to Talk returns to Waikato in support of I am Hope
Lawrence Wilkinson will host Ōhaupō's 12-Hour Walk to Talk again this month.
Waikato's Capri Paekau signs deal with Warriors
The New Zealand team will make a return to the NRLW in 2025.
International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.
New emergency response vehicle for Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade
The new vehicle was officially put into service on Saturday.
Peter Nation steps down as chief executive of New Zealand National Fieldays Society
Peter Nation praised for building key relationships and a solid foundation.
Hamilton Boys' High claims title at 2024 New Zealand secondary school lacrosse event
Te Awamutu hosted the 2024 NZ Secondary School Lacrosse Tournament with great success.
'Bring back Fozzie': Waikato farmer puts a plea in a paddock
The All Blacks third loss under new coach is met with 'Fozzie' logic from Waikato fan.