Bowie on ukulele and Equifest - here's what's on in the Waikato
What events are on in Waikato?
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Te Awamutu's Andrew Christie: Building pathways for young rugby talent
Coach promises a player-focused approach to his new role.
Easier than taxes: Bean counter turns to cookbooks
A best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.
Work to commence on Tairua to Pāuanui trail after consent granted
A long-awaited trail connecting the towns has gained resource consent.
Hamilton has a new millionaire after Lotto win
The Powerball jackpot has rolled over to $20 million.
Music video a tribute to loved and lost parents
First she lost her dad and then Mum died just as music career starts taking off.
Watch: 'Pawns in his game': Mum of missing Marokopa kids speaks of 'loss of my babies'
“There’s three children still missing with a criminal at large,” Cat said.
Girl, 14 missing since Sunday, family seeking information
Alizayh 14, has been missing from her Huntly home since October 6.
Cops assaulted during arrest of fleeing driver
The man was arrested after deliberately driving his vehicle into two police cars.
Tourism spots out in the cold after two councils split with regional tourism organisation
'Waitomo and Ōtorohanga won’t be recommended anymore,' says RTO chief.
Seven arrested after Greenpeace activists scale dairy factory
The protesters unfurled a 160sq m banner and abseiled down the building.
Country and blues musicians join Raglan Arts Weekend
The annual event is celebrating its 14th year at the end of this month.
Man paid scammer $68k for fake Rolex watch worth $250
Nicholas O’Loughlin scammed two people, now he's on home detention.
Trail of blood leads to body of stabbed Mongrel Mob member
Te Reo Wickliffe-Heta was killed by a woman after he turned up at her home.
Three people trapped following truck vs car crash in Pukeatua
Three people have been extricated from a car, following a two-vehicle crash in Waipa.
Golfers to play Coromandel three-course tournament
It's been labelled the 'Paradise Coast' - a three-course golf event over three days.
One Flew Over the Cuckoos’ Nest 'a brave piece' for Hamilton theatre company
Hamilton Playbox Theatre Company’s production explores issues of mental health, violence.
Whangamatā, Onemana and Whiritoa fire crews get busy cutting
Whangamatā, Onemana and Whiritoa fire crews put their skills on display.
Tennis club marks its 100th birthday in style
The clubhouse has had a $270k upgrade and celebrates 100 years this weekend.
Review: Movie His Three Daughters reminiscent of King Lear
Jen Shieff says director Azazel Jacobs captured the intensity and pathos of a family well.
Trading Red Bands for six-inch heels: Steep rise of a Māori pageant mum
Vannessa Savage-Taranaki takes her culture to the international stage.
Tainui team up with Government to develop housing at Hopuhopu
Fifty-seven homes will be built on Tainui land at Ngāruawāhia.
Kebab shop boss made underpaid migrant staff repay pay rises
Ripped-off workers owed thousands in unpaid wages, holiday pay and for the repayments.
'Our Chief': Tribesmen gang member dies in Waikato Expressway crash
A witness said the man's motorbike slid out and he went headfirst into the middle barrier.
Two men charged with 'multiple burglaries' across Waikato after early-morning traffic stop
Police say they hope to identify the owners of the property over the next few days.
Thames upset by Horowhenua-Kāpiti in high-scoring Heartland game
Thames Valley suffered an upset loss to Horowhenua-Kāpiti in Whitianga.
Surf club needs extra $300k for base upgrade
Whangamatā Surf Life Saving Club is still $500k short of the revised target.
Five arrested after four masked intruders robbed liquor store
The offenders stole alcohol, cigarettes and the till.
Mt Ruapehu's crater lake at record cool temps – but sudden eruption unlikely
Ruapehu's crater lake is unusually cool, while Whakaari's eruptive episode may be ending.
Stretch of Waikato expressway closed between Huntly and Taupiri after single-vehicle crash
Drivers asked to find alternative route.
Keeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taonga
Since the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.
Nurse celebrates 50th anniversary at medical centre
Jean Chegwidden has worked as a nurse for more than 60 years.
Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic award
Rugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.