North Waikato foam factory could be 5 to 15 months closer
Sleepyhead is steaming ahead with plans, despite not knowing if the land can be rezoned.
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Significant flax varieties translocated to Lake Ruatuna
The flaxes planted are small cuttings – less than 1m tall.
Petition against new liquor shop in low-income area signed by 1000
Melville community turn out to protest proposed bottle store.
81yo man accused of attempting to murder wife in alleged failed suicide pact
The charge stems from an incident in the couple's rural home town on October 12.
French for Rabbits, Emily Edrosa at Nivara Lounge on Friday
Ethereal dream-pop luminaries French for Rabbits make rare visit to Nivara Lounge.
Vibrant look coming to university's plain concrete facades
Showcasing some of the best artists in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.
Concert fundraiser for Aileen Downey Dance Studio
The Inspiration show is on Sunday, November 15 at Clarence St Theatre
Young motocross rider seriously injured after accident at North Island track
A boy was seriously injured after he came off his bike at a motocross track.
The Hits from the Brits tour coming to Thames
Ray Woolf and Rodger Fox Band joined by vocalist Erna Ferry.
Government signs off on funding for Pasifika hub in Hamilton
Government has signed off on funding for the Pasifika Hub
Coalmine project to turn Huntly into tourism destination
A former coalmine project will transform Huntly into a tourism destination.
Hauraki-Waikato MP Nanaia Mahuta appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs
Mahuta is the first woman to hold the position.
North Island and South Island displayed in garden wetland exhibition
Find 400 companies offering ideas, advice, seminars, workshops, and demonstrations.
Waikato IT company picks up innovative award
Company-X won the Independent Software Vendor award in 2019 and 2017 as well.
Koi carp hunt a family affair
Bow hunters from across the North Island have hauled close to four tons of pest out.
Strawberry exports under threat as Kiwis face price rises
'What we really need is more Kiwis to pick and to buy an extra couple of punnets.'
New World Te Rapa comes home with four medals
Top sausages decided just in time for barbecue season.
Person seriously injured in single-vehicle crash near Karapiro
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash near Karapiro.
Firms fined after workers suffer chemical burns at galvanising plant
The judge said the injuries could have been easily avoided by gloves being supplied.
Dame Hilda Ross paved the way for women to actively enter politics
Statue honours a champion of women's and children's welfare.
Serious crashes in Auckland and Hawke's Bay, pedestrian dead in Waikato
A string of crashes has kept emergency services busy.
New theatre company Unearthed in play premiere
A story of family, fatherhood and the importance of letting go of the past.
Milestone achieved through effort, passion, and support of incredible customers
Punnet known for its family-friendly fare and fresh, seasonal menu.
Victoria Street in Cambridge crowned Best Street
Street boasts prominent trees, heritage buildings, boutique retail and top cafes.
Special Te Huia train trip in January to promote new commuter service
A weekend charter service using Te Huia rail carriages will operate in January.
Baby dog attack: Dad died months earlier, too soon to know he was to be a father
One-day-old newborn mauled by friend's dog-grandmother believes
Hometown Hustle set to showcase Hamilton talent
Local artists are getting the chance to breakout with their music thanks to Covid-19.
Karapiro lake house named best in category
Winners testament to talent in Waikato architectural design community.
Halloween hits The Meteor with late night double feature
Meteor stalwarts and rising stars take to the stage to unearth terror.
Newborn baby killed by dog: Mother's heartbreaking wish she could turn back time
The mother of a baby attacked by the family dog says she wish she could turn back time.
Last chance to have your say on Founders future
Locals say Founders should be knocked over, but opinion split on park area.
Dame Hilda Ross statue to be unveiled in Hamilton
The event is at a great time to be celebrating parliamentary women
Special award congratulates someone for 'the work they do out of work'
A man with a desire to support the lives of others has been acknowledged.
James Roque brings his hour of 'too real' laughs to Kirikiriroa
Comic exploration of colonisation as Roque unpacks his hang-ups about being brown.