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New award category spotlights strong workplace environments
Hamilton Airport backs category celebrating those who recognise and value their teams.
Our Place will be an inclusive, communal space where people can connect
Users will include sports and community groups, health nurses, youth groups and playgroups
Waikato women power team to officiate U-20 Women's World Cup
Football referees Anna-Marie Keighley and Sarah Jones are off to Costa Rica.
Dog fight looms as Waipā considers dog ban from Kakepuku maunga
Waipā District Council proposes changes to dog bylaw seeking early feedback for draft law.
Research trust celebrates success against breast cancer
A recent study shows that survival for women with breast cancer improved significantly.
Large pool of blood on Kopu roadside first indicator of shooting
A large pool of blood drew the attention of the officers who were first to the scene.
Tough going for Castle Rangers in scrappy game against FTNC Premier Reserve
University of Waikato Premier work hard for a win against competitive St Peter's Premier.
Two dead in crash near Otorohanga
Motorists are asked to follow the directions of emergency services staff.
Company-X takes innovation award-winning text to speech software global
Software becomes a pivotal training tool for milk quality and on-farm service solutions.
Six charged after ketamine, P, ecstasy, mephedrone party drug bust
Police operation spanned more than six months and resulted in six arrests.
Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.
The Base and Thames community vaccination centres close
DHB says the vaccination clinics close next week and will be replaced with mobile clinics.
Plenty of Matariki celebration and learning opportunities for mighty Waikato whānau as well as visitors
National acknowledgement of the Māori new year with a new public holiday on June 24.
Young mums leading the way as call goes out for greater diversity around council tables
LGNZ launches campaign to make NZ the most inclusive and active local democracy worldwide.
Rural Three Waters working group gives feedback
Working group wants privately owned rural water schemes to remain in private ownership.
Three Waters Reform bill in Parliament sparks outrage
Action group says bill breaches property rights, three councils take matter to High Court.
New city rules will protect 'treasured homes and buildings'
Central government's new intensification rules prompt city council action.
Waikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus events
Matariki Ki Waikato brings theatre, concerts and more to the region for Maori New Year
Passing-out parade for Enrich+ city cadets
Building support through volunteering, leisure activities and socialising
ATC Military Prep helps wahine find new path
At ATC she found the manākitanga (love and compassion) and care she needed
Affordable storage space for those who need it
Paul and Jody are offering affordable storage options for those who need them.
Heart swells with pride' to be Comm Games bound
Hamilton mum Julie Blake has a background in top sports marketing and management.
Waikato community stalwarts gain royal attention
15 Waikato residents have been recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday honours.
Marist Premier turn up defensive pressure to take bonus point
St Peter's Premier have good win over University of Waikato Premier Reserves.
Watch: Up in flames - historic North Island pub destroyed in overnight fire
The tavern has been on the site for over 100 years.
Art auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpō
Mediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.
'Loved and valued' police constable dies in Waikato crash
The 30-year-old was stationed in Tokoroa and had worked in the Taupō area since 2018.
Murder accused felt like there'd been 'no justice' after earlier fight
Adrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.
Mighty local ways to celebrate Queen's Birthday Weekend
Waikato Tourism suggests some right royal ways one may celebrate this long weekend.
Wansbones stepping back from accounting firm
GW Accountants have sold their business to Hamilton-based accounting firm Initiom Limited.
Breast cancer services under threat after too many skip brekkie
Breast Cancer Foundation extends pink brekkie campaign after $600,000 income shortfall.
Urgent DHB plea to ensure all your jabs are up to date
Flu, MMR, Covid-19, whooping cough and mental health concerns ahead of the cold months.
Community groups benefit from MIQ hotel revamp
Beds, ironing boards, bar fridges, irons, kettles, chairs, and more find new homes