Local harbourmaster issues 23 rule breaches for 'crazy' behaviour
The regional council is concerned about boaties' behaviour at Lake Karāpiro last weekend.
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Marokopa mystery one year on: Details of possible sightings emerge
Tom Phillips and his three children have been missing for over a year.
Market stallholder Books for Less wins national competition
Tamahere Country Market business one of four recognised in BNZ competition.
Studying the sex lives of spiders
Senior lecturer Dr Chrissie Painting is studying monogyny among spiders.
Virtual tour of New Zealand’s Kiwiana town launched as new tourism tool
Ōtorohanga council and Waikato tourism offer a preview of our icons and traditions.
Chiefs Manawa sign up four players for 2023 Aupiki season
Willison, Roache, Nicholls-Pualau and Te Iringa join the team for 2023 Super Rugby season.
Rural support trust walks with communities when things get tough
They're the first port of call for workers in the primary industry when they need help.
Creative Waikato launches pilot project to pay artists living wage
10 artists receive part-time wages to help them benefit the community with their art.
Waikato linguist to study children's social associations with words
Dr Calude's work to focus on when kids begin to understand the nuances of everyday words.
Study may hold key to why some male spiders mate only once in their life
Ecologist wants to learn why animals are so variable in behaviour and appearance.
‘I was lonely’: Man’s repetitive indecent assaults on two boys
Glen Foreman's offending against the young boys stretched over 19 months.
'I had bills to pay': Former teacher targets elderly in burglary, theft spree
The woman spent the stolen funds on groceries, alcohol, and cigarettes.
'Still not done': Equestrian leader awarded QSM
Noeline Jefferies' services to equestrian sport and war commemoration recognised with QSM.
Thirteen Waikato community stalwarts receive royal honours
Waikato is now home to 1 companion, 4 officers and 3 members of the NZ Order of Merit.
Waikato maritime safety patrols will be back in action this weekend
You can’t go wrong if you follow the five key rules for boaties.
Waikato police search for 'dangerous' man after machete attack on shopkeeper
Police say 19-year-old Trayd Tahau is dangerous and should not be approached
Micro Business winners reap rewards of their hard work
Innovative products – like pork and seaweed sausages - are in great demand.
Frankton Thunder prepares to roll again
Automotive and community festival back with all the family highlights.
Go Bus driver pay set to jump to $28 an hour
Meteor would be a direct link between western suburbs and schools in the east of Hamilton.
Kiwis challenged to get pedalling
Event encourages Kiwis to get on their bikes for health and climate.
Morrinsville mums move postpartum exercising in spotlight
Renee and Jenna of She Moves win Programme Excellence Award for the second time.
Wheels turning on construction of Glenview bus hub
Safer connections for walking and cycling along SH3 Ōhaupō Road.
Ageing Hamilton Zoo tiger turns 23
The Sumatran tiger is aging gracefully under the watchful eye of her keepers.
Hamilton’s holiday hotspots tell you where the summer fun is
Waikato Museum, Hamilton Zoo and Hamilton Gardens release special activity guide.
Industrial consenting hits record levels in Hamilton
But unemployment at historic lows is providing challenges for employers.
The mighty Waikato Museum is one of the best in NZ
Museums help us all feel proud of where we have come from, and enrich our perspectives.
Try the number one two-day adventure trail ride in New Zealand
A mighty local adventure if you are reasonably fit and have good bike skills.
'I fought for my life': Why farmer ordered his son to chop off tip of teen intruder’s finger
Bill Burr says shooting the teen was a last resort and he's glad he didn't have to.
Rototuna's unusual neighbour: A farm in the city's urban heart
The Earth Stewards produce organic vegetables using a special method: no-dig farming.
Fonterra's Tīrau site receives multi-million dollar investment
The investment allows the factory to produce lactose, a more profitable product.
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The many things you can do to use water sustainably
Adopt simple water-saving tips, and educate your friends, family, and neighbours.