New ZealandCouncils consider changes to water management in Hamilton and Waikato DistrictA new organisation could help the councils tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.27 Sep 04:46 AM
New ZealandHamilton Gardens turn over a new leaf as entry fee comes into effectThe visitor attraction also celebrated the opening of its Gallagher Visitor Centre.18 Sep 05:15 AM
New ZealandInternational flights return to HamiltonJetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.15 Sep 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWatercare's secret $20m deal with iwi raises ratepayer concernsAuckland ratepayers stumped up an additional $20m to care for the Waikato River.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Get off your fat arse': Councillor's expletive-laden rant found in breach of code of conductSeveral of the complainants called for Bydder to resign.04 Sep 12:49 AM
New ZealandResidents invited to cross Hamilton's newest bridge before it opens to trafficThe bridge is part of the Peacocke Programme, which will eventually house 20,000 people.30 Aug 04:57 AM
New Zealand'A symbol of hope': Waikato memory meadows in full bloom on Daffodil DayTwo Waikato parks have transformed into a sea of yellow daffodils.30 Aug 12:20 AM
New ZealandRetired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.29 Aug 04:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finalsThe 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.21 Aug 05:45 PM
New ZealandHamilton City Council welcomes newest memberKirikiriroa Maaori Ward councillor Maria Huata was sworn in on Tuesday.14 Aug 02:38 AM
New ZealandIllegal dumpers leaving more than 11 tonnes of rubbish in Hamilton streets each monthPeople are leaving all sorts of rubbish in all kinds of places.09 Aug 12:41 AM
New ZealandWaikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a costMost councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.02 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton Gardens entry fee start date revealedThe $20 fee to visit the 18 enclosed gardens would apply to out-of-towners.01 Aug 09:25 PM
New ZealandHamilton byelection has voter turnout of less than 6%The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.31 Jul 02:53 AM
New ZealandHamilton Zoo farewells its only African wild dogRomeo moved to the zoo with his brother Kudu in 2018.25 Jul 11:19 PM
New ZealandNeighbours fed up with piles of illegal rubbish dumped in their streetPeachgrove Rd has become a popular dumping ground.18 Jul 04:09 AM
New ZealandWhat events are on in Waikato this weekend?The Matariki ki Waikato festival continues and there is lots of school holiday fun.12 Jul 04:58 PM
New ZealandPro-Palestine protest disrupts opening of migrant Settlement CentreThe Settlement Centre Waikato postpones its opening events due to a pro-Palestine protest.11 Jul 04:53 AM
New ZealandIndependent arbiter needed for code of conduct complaints, mayors sayIt follows a complaint on Hamilton city councillor Andrew Bydder’s expletive-laden rant.11 Jul 02:15 AM
New ZealandHamilton Long-Term Plan adopted with focus on balancing the booksHamilton City Council adopted its Long-Term Plan 2024-34 yesterday.04 Jul 06:30 PM
New ZealandHamilton Gardens among top 1% of things to do in the world - againHamilton's much-loved visitor attraction already featured in the ranking in 2023.04 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandInvestigation launched into Hamilton councillor who wrote expletive-laden rantHe made the comments in an online submission to Waipā District Council.01 Jul 11:58 PM
New ZealandFinal fundraising for Hamilton Gardens' next garden gets under wayThe garden is already under development but still needs $300k to be completed.01 Jul 06:30 PM
New ZealandFrom Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magicEvents and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.27 Jun 06:48 PM
New ZealandFree bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki eventThis year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.27 Jun 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Words matter': Minister rebukes councillor for use of 'derogatory terms'Hamilton City councillor wrote an expletive-laden rant to neighbouring council.26 Jun 06:31 AM
New ZealandHamilton's tallest buiilding being converted into 191-room hotel'It’s well needed and brings such a positive feel to the CBD.'21 Jun 06:31 AM
New ZealandWaikato tourism organisation to make changes due to council fundingSeveral councils have made funding cuts to the organisation in their LTPs.19 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandHamilton's coin parking meters looking for new homesThey were replaced with Smart meters in March.19 Jun 05:36 AM
New ZealandFounders drama continues: Demo budget extended by nearly $1mThe extension was necessary due to an ‘unprecedented’ asbestos find.12 Jun 05:17 AM
New ZealandEight candidates vie for vacant Kirikiriroa Māori Ward seat in byelectionThe byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki in May.11 Jun 03:35 AM
New ZealandZeal for zines on show as quirky festival celebrates 10th anniversaryKirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest celebrates the art of random creativity.10 Jun 10:26 PM
New ZealandHamilton rates rise reduced after councillors deliberate LTPMayor Paula Southgate said it had been “the most challenging and complex" LTP.08 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandUp to 100 new homes could be built on Rototuna siteHamilton City Council decided to sell the land at a council meeting last week.07 Jun 07:00 PM
