Refuse truck collides with control centre for local sewerage
Distraction caused by an insect leads to damage of a control box and Enviro-waste truck.
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E-waste collection shows positive attitude to recycling
Sunday's collection shows that locals are keen to recycle e-waste correctly.
Wānanga whānau use fun to promote local learning
Te Awamutu’s Apakura Campus invites the community in.
New Kihikihi playground to open in May
Kihikihi will be next to receive new and upgraded playgrounds in the Waipā District.
Where does the stormwater go to when the pipes can’t cope?
Predicted overland flood flow paths are now available to help your planning.
Te Awamutu-born Masson to fight for world boxing title
Floyd Masson will take on Italian boxer Fabio Turchi in his quest for the world title.
Three Waters reform approaches with high speed
Chief executives for entities appointed; two Bills still open for public feedback.
Volcanology movers and shakers gather for seminars, workshops and field trips
The public are invited to get involved with Volcano Fest on Thursday.
State Highway 23 – the Road to Raglan - suffers more damage overnight
Waka Kotahi working to keep the road open, to one lane, for as long as possible
Delay to Hamilton intersection work after water mains found to be at risk
SH1C is to remain one lane in each direction, with some overnight closures ahead.
Te Kūiti rainfall almost one-in-250-years event
Waitomo District Council urges residents to make emergency plan.
Matamata-Piako District water network strained by rain
The local council asks residents to conserve water, local roads closed.
10 candidates vying for seat on Tuakau Community Board
The byelection, caused by insufficient candidates in October, will be held on February 17.
Flooded Waikato River paths closed as waters rise
Roads and housing in low-lying areas safe from flooding, says council.
Weather: 'Here it comes' - weather system that caused deadly deluge tracking back over top of North Island
Warnings and watches are in place for regions across the top half of the North Island.
Vital road washed away in deluge
Aftermath of weather-related events hitting the country this summer.
Mayor seeks young leaders to ‘step up, give it a go’
The Tuia Leadership programme is on the lookout for outstanding rangitahi to gain skills.
Waikato crash: Accident closes part of State Highway 1 near Tirau
Motorists travelling towards Cambridge are being warned of lengthy delays.
Kerbside bin collection operating as usual for long weekends in Hamilton
Use your food scraps bin, recycling bin and glass crate as an easy way to reduce waste.
DOC asks for help to better understand native seals
DOC asks the public to report sightings of seals around the Coromandel, Hauraki Gulf.
Taumarunui supermarket relocates into new $14m home
The supermarket no longer has to operate out of the old athletics club.
SH25A now fully closed 24/7, Waka Kotahi advises.
SH25A site continues to move, more rain coming, and work crews were being abused.
Advice to avoid long queues on the road this long weekend
Planner shows predicted traffic flow across popular journeys
The Veronicas to shake up South Waikato festival
That Weekend festival will make some noise at Okoroire this weekend.
Man accused of urinating on goods at supermarket, causing $15k loss
Its alleged the 31-year-old has also pinched thousands of dollars worth of grocery items.
Pork Pie Mini Chairty Run returns to raise funds for KidsCan
KidsCan has been chosen as the event’s charity partner for the fourth time running.
Almost 50 per cent of local rivers inaccessible to fish
River fragmentation often leads to freshwater biodiversity loss.
Waikato golfing duo win shot at playing British Open Championship
They will join seven other lucky winners from around the country.
Surrounding our tamariki with love
Altrusa International of Te Awamutu is providing vital support to mothers and babies.
Waipā council urges caution by all lake users over cyanobacterial bloom
Exposure may cause illness in people and be fatal for dogs.
Classic Motorcycle Festival farewells Pukekohe with a bang
The NZ Classics Motorcycle Racing Register will welcome 350 racers this weekend.
Driver shortage continues to hit Waipā recycling
Council has no plans to suspend the recycling service, but it's not off the table.
Driver shortage continues to hit Waipā District recycling
Current staff are being offered incentives to find new workmates.