South Waikato councillor announces run for mayoralty
Arama Ngapo wants to bring the South Waikato District Council and community together.
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Tell the city council what you think of Three Waters - you have two weeks
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Free self-guided tour of culturally significant sites throughout the district.
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Veggie and herb garden provides food for Fairfield community
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Inspiration flows through new Fred Graham exhibition
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Waikato Hospital and ED working near capacity
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Father who sexually, physically abused stepkids jailed
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