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Fonterra's Tīrau site receives multi-million dollar investment
The investment allows the factory to produce lactose, a more profitable product.

The mighty maunga that improves wellbeing
It boasts an ancient, predator-free forest and hopes to bring kakapo back to the mainland.

The many things you can do to use water sustainably
Adopt simple water-saving tips, and educate your friends, family, and neighbours.

Hamilton’s summer road resealing to start on January 9
50 roads across Hamilton will be resealed if the weather is warm and dry.

Passenger train connecting Hamilton and Tauranga on the cards
Community group Making Rail Work presented a concrete plan to Parliament.

$1 million grant for two Hamilton City Council projects next year
The grant will go towards more floodlighting and NZ’s first fully accessible playground.

Six more join Te Awamutu’s Walk of Fame
Inductees have achieved at the absolute top of their fields.

Inside the secretive Mormon temple
Rare glimpse reveals white boiler suits, golden oxen and chandeliers.

Spare a Christmas Day thought for your dedicated rescue helicopter crew
The crew will create their own Christmas spirit - if callouts allow.

Govt cash aimed at helping people safely opt out of cars
Money for safe and connected walking, scooting and cycling infrastructure.

CCTV cameras fast-tracked by district council
The message from Waipā retailers and residents is they can’t wait any longer.

A beacon of hope for those who can't afford to shop for food
“We hope shoppers leave the social supermarket feeling happy and dignified.”

Hamilton roundabout pinch point will make way for traffic lights
Aim of safety changes to improve traffic flows through Hillcrest and the wider city.

Hiking, rock climbing and canyoning — just some of the other Raglan options
Accommodation from backpackers to rentals, romantic retreats and luxury escapes.

Relay For Life returns to Hamilton after Covid hiatus
Register a team now for the annual feel-good fundraiser.

Christmas comes early for Cambridge skaters
Halfway there and due to be completed by March.

Heat alert trial expands this summer in response to ‘human-induced climate change’
Alerts will be triggered by a record or near-record temperature.

Council workers make disgusting finds as they hand-sort yellow bins
Some recycling bins are so contaminated, the whole truckload has to go to landfill.

Rescue chopper completes 53 life-saving missions in Waikato, King Country, Coromandel
Donations needed as crew ready to remain on standby all summer

'These people are now out of control': Police front after arrests in burglary spree
Police due to reveal more details after spate of burglaries in Waikato overnight.

Diversity and inclusion in action: Supporting ethnic communities to settle well
Judges: ‘HMS Trust is doing great work and people need to know about it.’

Police on the hunt after series of burglaries in Waikato overnight
Authorities in the Waikato region have been kept busy with multiple incidents overnight.

Te Kowhai beekeeper couple buzzing for mānuka
Margaret and Bill Bennett were involved in developing the UMF system for mānuka honey.

Cancer Society’s Lions Lodge gives hope for Christmas
The lodge offers comfortable rooms, nourishing meals and caring staff.

Hamilton dairy worker’s fingers chopped off by machete-wielding robbers
Young expectant father has lost two digits in the attack.

Dog owners reminded to ‘know before you go’ this summer
There are no one-size-fits-all rules, so it is crucial to do your homework.

Waikato Dio girls paint houses for Habitat for Humanity
Doing real mahi while learning about housing need and social justice.

Gift or adopt something different at Christmas - like a fungus or a fuzzweed moth
They may not be pretty, but every part of the eco-system deserves a voice.

Speak out to stop a loved one from drink-driving this summer
It's vital you take your responsibility for other people's safety seriously.