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Hamilton section of Waikato Expressway close to completion
The completion of the of the $607 million Hamilton bypass will complete the expressway.
Tokoroa and Waipā councils upgrade skate parks
Both the regions received upgrades to their skate parks.
Isolation hotels raise concerns for Hamilton accommodation capacity
Hamilton's hotel capacity has been hit due to Isolation facilities.
Tairua skate park nears funding goal after 30 year wait
Tairua is getting its skate park after a 30 year wait.
Matamata-Piako district council proposes 11.8 per cent rates increase
Existing ratepayers would fund 10.3 per cent of the total rates increase.
8.9 per cent rates increase on the cards
Huge concern about the increasing costs driven by central government for all councils.
Future of Founders Theatre bleak despite late heritage move
Council voted to demolish Founders Theatre, replacing it with a multipurpose park.
Local tourism making a difference for Coromandel
The annual unemployment average for the district was up.
Celebration for K'aute Pasifika for Pan Pasifika Hub
The Pan Pasifika Hub will be built next year.
Celebration event of unity for Pasifika community with celebration for new hub
The centre will include an integrated health centre, an early childhood learning facility
Concrete 3D printers could be key to solving growing housing crisis
3D Printing could be saviour to New Zealand's housing market.
Disability advocate nominated for community champion award
Young was nominated for his disability advocacy work.
Waikato and Coromandel hit by a spate of illegal dumping
The threat from Thames-Coromandel council comes after a spree of dumping in Waipa.
Hamilton Wanderers go top with 2-0 win over Auckland City
Wanderers notched their first victory over the Auckland side to break a four-year hoodoo.
Waikato home buyers frustrated amidst competitive housing market
Lodge Real Estate Managing Director Jeremy O'Rourke says many buyers are being frustrated.
Sailing trust helping build communication skills for youth
Mayne said the experience helped build communication skills for students.
Hamilton City Council looks to future proof Rotokauri
Councillor Mark Bunting said future planning is what council is here to do.
Health notice issued to Waikato residents
The fire has been burning at the site since August.
Councils warn over water usage
NIWA has advised councils they are in for a hot and humid summer
Tokoroa couple rewarded for helping local youth community
A Tokoroa couple is running a project to provide a support network for local youth.
Sacred Heart Girls college opens new learning block
On Thursday the officially opened their new $5 million learning block
Claudelands Rovers sign new premier women's coach
Claudelands Rovers have signed Englishman Cliff Harris to their coaching team
Concert fundraiser for Aileen Downey Dance Studio
The Inspiration show is on Sunday, November 15 at Clarence St Theatre
Coalmine project to turn Huntly into tourism destination
A former coalmine project will transform Huntly into a tourism destination.
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.
Hamilton water taxi service moves closer to reality
The water taxi could be running by early next year.
Hometown Hustle set to showcase Hamilton talent
Local artists are getting the chance to breakout with their music thanks to Covid-19.
Dame Hilda Ross statue to be unveiled in Hamilton
The event is at a great time to be celebrating parliamentary women
Waiata a first for Hamilton City Council
In a first for Hamilton City Council, a Māori waiata has been created for the city.
Whirlwind opening days to life as MP for Hamilton's newly elected members
Labour MPs Jamie Strange and Gaurav Sharma have won over Hamilton.
Hamiltonian eyeing up overseas esport opportunities
After the disestablishment of the Oceania League scene, players must now go abroad.
Originair launches new route between Hamilton and Palmerston North
The first of Originair new regional flights arrived in Hamilton on Monday.
Labour wins over Hamilton from National
Labour has won over the National stronghold of Hamilton
Council takes a stand against social media abuse
Hamilton City Council is taking a stand to abusive social media comments.
Taco Bell heading to the Waikato
In the first month, Taco Bell New Lynn sold 40,000 tacos and 18,000 burritos.
Six60 first concert for Hamilton in 10 years
The concert will be the first ever at Claudelands Oval
Te Awa Lakes development underway
The vision for Te Awa Lakes was to bring people together
Sky Garden tower could be missing X-factor for Hamilton tourism
The timber Sky Garden tower could be over 100 metres high.
Waikato voters set to take part in two referendums
The two referendums could be a defining moment in New Zealand's history.
Two millionth tree planted at Raglan restoration project
Whaingaroa Harbour Care's early work began at Wainui Reserve
Taranaki King Country benefiting from National leadership
The electorate's current MP said the electorate has benefited hugely from National.
Act Party on track to have Waikato list candidate in Parliament
McDowell is focusing on raise the awareness for Act rather than his own electorate.
Life Unlimited unveils new book Life in a Pandemic
The book provides an insight into the 2020 lockdown for those with disabilities.
Hamilton East Green party candidate standing for diverse communities
Rimu Bhooi is looking for better representation in the community.
Hamilton and Cambridge just part of the package
Hamilton and Cambridge up for Keep New Zealand beautiful awards.
Hamilton landmarks to light up for awareness campaigns
The city will light up both red and pink over the next month for awareness campaigns.
Hamilton City Council approves vaping ban
Hamilton City Council has included vaping into its Smokefree policy.
Hamiltonian on the cusp of esport history
The Oceanic team is one game away from the group stages.
Prime Minister receives rock star welcome to Hamilton
The Labour Party leader arrived in Hamilton for her election campaign.
Labour looking to turn Coromandel electorate red
Labour are looking to take the fight to National in the Coromandel.
Waikato region back to business as usual in alert level 1
Moving between Covid-19 alert levels is part of the new normal for the Waikato region.
Final feedback sought on Founders Theatre fate
This is the third time the general public have been asked for feedback.
Pan Pasifika Community Hub a step closer to reality
The hub is also intended to breathe life into a large part of the city's West Town Belt.
Taupō candidates eye boost for infrastructure in region
The Taupō candidates are eyeing up more infrastructure for the electorate.
Hamilton-Waikato spatial plan to transform region
The region could prosper from the development of the plan.
International flights on the horizon for Hamilton Airport
Hamilton Airport is eyeing up the return of international flights.
Alternative travel routes key to connecting Waikato
Originair will operate regional air travel service between Hamilton and Palmerston North
Hamilton gets its seventh bridge
The wider Peacocke programme is estimated to bring in $6 billion of benefits to the city.
Shovel ready projects announcement no where to be seen
A majority of shovel ready project for the Waikato have yet to be announced.
Te Huia carriages arrive in Hamilton before service launch
The Te Huia commuter rail service carriages arrived in Hamilton on Saturday.
Mixed feelings over return to play for LottoNRFL
The LottoNRFL will return with only three matches and no promotion or relegation.
Waikato man wins sports leadership scholarship
The scholarship celebrates the work of young emerging leaders in the sector.
Hamilton eatery creates Mumbai special toastie
Hamilton eatery Hayes Common has created a Mumbai special toasted sandwich
Cambridge pool delays means lack of swim space for summer
Hamilton councillor is calling the lack of swim space in the region a disappointment.
Hamilton to Auckland commuter rail service hit with delays
The Hamilton to Auckland commuter rail service has been delayed again.
Successful rollout for Hamilton's new kerbside collection
Hamilton's new kerbside collection service began on Monday.
Rapid rail to transform Hamilton to Auckland corridor
The Government released an initial rapid rail business case between Hamilton and Auckland
WaiBOP coach eyes better player retention
Nico Girard will take the helm at WaiBOP for a second season.
Thames-Coromandel hit hard by Covid-19
Over the June 2020 year, visitor spending was down 6.4 per cent.
Matamata-Piako residents recycling incorrectly
Wheelie bins the council audited were contaminated with nappies, food and soft plastics.
Boaties urged to give marine mammals wide berth
DoC is investigating after a vessel appeared to collide with a whale near Raglan.
Regions farmers still feeling impact of summer drought
Adam said the Ministry for Primary Industries responded to a plea for help.
Sports clubs feel financial blow of Covid-19
Cooper said clubs rely too much on pokies money.
Hamilton 'under-laned' when it comes to swimming
A Hamilton councillor is calling on more aquatic facilities for the region.
Government investment set to transform Kōpū
The Thames-Coromandel council has received $8.2 million for marine precinct.
Campaigning on hold in Waikato as election rescheduled
Campaigning is on hold in the Waikato with the election date pushed back.
Hamilton City Council unable to recycle certain plastics under new service
Hamilton City Council will be unable to recycle certain grades of plastics.
Wanderers secure derby win over Claudelands
Wanderers secured a derby win over Claudelands Rovers
Waikato and Coromandel prepare for heightened alert levels
Hamilton mayor Paula Southgate is encouraging residents to simply do what's right.
Hamilton city council moves to new voting system
Hamilton has joined a select few cities that now use the STV voting system.