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FTNC Premier continue winning form, leading Keppler Premier all the way
People at the core of award-winning orchard business
Traditional Māori knowledge provides a foundation to the team's approach
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Sir John Kirwan hits the road in name of kids' mental health
He will be in Hamilton as part of a national trip for children's mental health initiative.
Prisoners building new quarters after riot
New parts of prison are being constructed by inmates after a riot 18 months ago.
Matariki 2022: Celebrate Māori New Year, updated Waikato events schedule
Te Ohu Whakaita Charitable Trust presents the Matariki ki Waikato 2022 festival.
Teen hit by vehicle on way to school, suffers serious injuries
The pupil was airlifted to hospital.
Special store helps Tokoroa's needy access food support with dignity
Social supermarket gives people in need the opportunity to choose products themselves.
Hamilton and Waikato Tourism appoints new chief executive
Greenwell has been interim general manager since the departure of Jason Dawson.
Waikato offers mighty good fun these school holidays
The Waikato region is jam-packed with fun, boredom-buster experiences.
Sir John Kirwan hits the road in name of kids' mental health
He will be in Hamilton as part of a national trip for children's mental health initiative.
Game-changing development opportunity opens for Te Aroha
The council bought land to develop for industrial purposes and attract businesses.
Finally, a home for Tairua's skatepark, but not everyone's happy
The long-awaited Tairua Skatepark has officially found its home.
Going keto: Why we're sticking with low-carb lifestyle
OPINION: "We don't feel deprived and we enjoy good, tasty food."
Police will 'bend over backwards' to find ram-raiders
A Thames business leader says ram-raids are 'demoralising' and 'frightening'.
NZHerald Local Focus
Local Focus: Tat24food 'You walk away feeling good'
Discounted tattoos for donated food in Huntly. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: The Taupō electorate explained
From Cambridge to Tūrangi - there's much to consider. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: International singer adds spark to Christian festival
Lauren Daigle made her NZ debut on Friday. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Waikato MMR vaccination campaign starts to show results
173 doses have been administered to kids whose caregivers were contacted by the DHB.
CCCFA about-turn: The home loan brakes come off on Thursday
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Double your money: New Zealand's surprising house price jumps
Analysis highlights growth since 1992 – but can Kiwis bet on phenomenon in decade ahead?
Rural News
People at the core of award-winning orchard business
Traditional Māori knowledge provides a foundation to the team's approach
Grieving dad takes private prosecution against logging firm after son's death
'I shouldn't have to fight this hard.'
More local news
SH29 closed: Two people airlifted with serious injuries
Emergency services were called around 7.45am.
OceanaGold mine: Waihi environmental group to challenge mining consents
OceanaGold wants to set up an underground mine north of Waihi.
Waikato honey creates a buzz on international stage
Two Waikato honey producers win big at this year's London International Honey Awards.
Focus: Erosion threatens homes at Port Waikato
Waikato resident Josephine Poland talks about the erosion that threatens her beachside home. Video / Mike Scott
'Broken soul': Woman with fractures waits 11 days for surgery
Woman whisked to Waikato Hospital for urgent surgery endured lengthy wait in wrong ward.
Waikato Expressway speed bumped up to 110km/h
The increase will be in place from July 13.
Regional council grants $2m to four predator control projects
Pest control efforts protect plants, animals and threatened ecosystems.
Wedding fallout grows: Māori King's Office strips son and heir of royal title
The rift widened after Whatumoana Paki married Rangimarie Tahana.
Waikato handed guardianship of Kīngitanga by all iwi leaders
The Kīngitanga was established in 1858 to unite Māori and is still as relevant today.
40 hour famine fundraiser puts nachos on menu of homeless shelter
Hamiltonian Tanika Naidoo takes up challenge to make 40 meals in 40 hours to raise funds.
Council-iwi partnerships guide key decisions for new road and park names
Council commitment is that te reo Māori is seen, heard and celebrated.
Hamilton's economy ahead of other metro cities
City's diverse economy anchored by a wide range of productive sectors
Three homes of up to three storeys per section will see city grow up, not just out
Finer details including specific rules and affected properties still being worked through.
Waikato software specialist in expansion mode
Team includes software architects, developers, testers, and support analysts.
Cyclist killed after being struck by a truck in central Hamilton
Roads are closed and diversions are in place.