Few nominations as candidates urged to hand in paperwork early
As of yesterday, Waipā District Council only had four verified candidate nominations.
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Waikato Regional Theatre operations company to be set up
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District Council earthquake-proofs CBDs
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Waikato Expressway blessed and ready for motorists
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$200m retirement village project for Putāruru
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