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Rugby: Former Te Awamutu player in Fiji side that stunned Australia
Fiji produced a major upset with their first win over Australia since 1954.
Icecream an early motivator for world MTB champ Maxwell
A bright future beckons for under-23 mountain bike champion Sammie Maxwell.
$10.2 million cycleway to improve safety for Cambridge schoolchildren
Safety improvements for Cambridge tamariki getting to and from school are on the way.
Incredible year for young netball team
Young netballers gain plenty of 2023 finals experience across the region.
Farmwatch: Waikato dairy farming update
Planning for any summer crop should be well under way.
Waikato NPC break losing streak in Auckland
This means Waikato retain the Stan Thomas Memorial Trophy.
Singer YAHYAH discusses her mum's death and cultural disconnection while living in the US
Holly Cameron on her learning journey and reconnecting to her culture.
Thames Valley go down fighting to champions South Canterbury
The Swamp Foxes came up just short against an impressive South Canterbury side.
Shellfish biotoxin alert issued for Waikato west coast
People are advised not to eat shellfish from an area of Waikato's west coast.
Ryan Hamilton: National’s anti-fluoride, anti-mandate MP-in-waiting
Ryan Hamilton has voiced support for groups that spread misinformation about fluoridation.
Lotto luck for Waikato players
Powerball was not struck and has rolled over to Wednesday night.
Iconic waterslide home back on the market in less than a year
The new owner has relisted it before even moving in.
Cyclist lines up 25th race around Lake Taupō
A cyclist is gearing up for a milestone 25th Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge.
Heart takes West Coast to the top
Something caught the eye of champion jumper West Coast.
'Do not approach': Police issue warrant, search for accused murderer after bail breach
Police said they were actively investigating the 28-year-old’s whereabouts.
Children's show set to entertain this school holidays
The Magic Pāua Shell will be running at The Meteor Theatre from September 27 to 30.
Orchids & More to bloom at Mystery Creek
Orchids & More runs from September 29 to October 1 at Mystery Creek Events Centre.
Teenager arrested after serious assault outside Hamilton bar, one in critical condition
The victim is in a critical condition at the Waikato Hospital.
Raw meat, medical waste, dead animals: Why some are losing recycling privileges
Repeat offenders now face a three-month suspension.
Epic finale to jumping season could be decided by Te Rapa track
Te Rapa is the highlight of the racing weekend.
Delays this weekend on Waikato Expressway
Lane reductions and other traffic management will stay in place at weekends.
Big game comes to Whangamatā
Unbeaten sides in the Bunnings Heartland Championship are set to lock horns in Whangamatā.
The district where all parks and reserves will get te reo Māori names
New bilingual signs are soon to be introduced at parks and reserves.
Big Read: 'Blown up from the inside out' - the 1969 Ngātea crop circle
Many people will be unaware of mysterious markings in a Hauraki Plains paddock.
Players gear up for amateur Rugby World Cup
Last hooray for Te Awamutu coach as squad prepare to travel across the world.
New Hamilton site on cards for Waikato police
No site will be confirmed until the business case process is completed in 18 months.
Willison back on home turf to coach Hautapu
Former Waikato captain and Māori All Black Jackson Willison will coach Hautapu in 2024.
Budding netballers hone skills with idols
Te Awamutu Primary Schoool netballers get to meet their idols in Auckland.
Special delivery: Six more kākāpō make landfall in Waikato
A sextet has joined Bunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga at Sanctuary Mountain.
Name suppression lapses for Taupō man charged with murder
The man accused of murdering Brodie Ruatara has appeared in the High Court.
Battery disposal sparks Hamilton fires
Council is warning people to dispose of lithium batteries correctly after several fires.
Award-winning Māori artwork inspired by ancestors
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award works at Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato.