Council takes swipe at indigenous biodiversity policy
Limited time allowed for feedback has not allowed Council to engage with its community
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ANZ cricket fee subsidy helps Waikato kids get to the crease
Fees one of the first barriers families face in deciding if they can register their child.
Business finance partner trades role for job at Enrich Group
Hamiltonian Johnathan Tan is Enrich Group's new Management Services general manager.
Watch: Car used in attempted ram raid bursts into flames
And a car almost rolls away during another early morning ram raid on shop.
Smoked Paprika set to spice up rock quest national final
Hamilton band from Hillcrest High School is one of seven set to play in Auckland.
'Easy one ounce a week': Gang president's alleged 'extremely bad' cocaine habit
The storage spot in the Corolla was no good because it couldn't hold a kg of cocaine.
Love to play? Have your say
The council is holding information sessions for the community to give feedback.
Fieldays Innovation Awards prize package grows
Support, recognition, and mentoring to take innovations to the next level.
Museum lands education contract - again
The museum is the only one in Waikato to secure a prestigious contract from the ministry
Skipper rescued after boat carrying concrete mix sinks off Coromandel
The stricken vessel has since started to break up on nearby rocks.
Hamilton crime spree: Five retailers hit by thieves in overnight burglaries
One burglary attempt resulted in a car catching fire.
Take a seat with new Waikato Regional Theatre
Momentum Waikato launches new fundraising initiative.
Swamp Foxes enjoy six-try romp
And Vixens record their historic first win over East Coast.
Kate Sheppard, advocate for political change and history-maker
Punk rock musical tells the story of a woman inspired to change the world.
'It's used to get rid of someone', key Crown witness reveals allegations of gang operation
The witness said he became a prospect for the gang.
Programme teaches about leadership and giving back to community
20 migrant families received bicycles from Waikato Uni leadership programme participants.
Hamilton assault: Elderly man attacked outside home
The man received a concussion and multiple lacerations in the unprovoked attack.
Three Waters reform: Action group speaks to select committee
C4LD has spoken before the select committee on its Three Waters reform submission.
Search for future emergency responders
Until now the programme has only been available in Tauranga and Auckland.
FTNC Premier Reserve turn tables on University Premier Reserve to win in extra time
Finals in two weeks after Secondary Schools competition
Stepping up: Mines team strikes gold in lofty challenge
Waihi Gold team members climbed the 1103 steps of the Sky Tower carrying 25kg of kit.
New name, paint and management for Early Learning Centre
New manager Rebecca Fitzell says things are looking up for the centre
TA butcher to compete in the 'Olympics of Meat'
Local Butcher to represent New Zealand at the World Butchers' Challenge in California
Waipā reiterates support for volunteer group
Council values contribution volunteers made to protecting biodiversity in the district.
Three Tuakau Community Board candidates elected unopposed
A byelection will seek 3 other members. Councillor Church says Covid affected nominations.
Waikato District elects two community boards unopposed
Western Districts General Ward, Taupiri and Rural-Port Waikato Community Board members set
'Got too greedy': Father cuts off daughter who stole thousands from his credit card
The 43-year-old woman accepts she 'got too greedy'.
'Could not have been more blatant': Woman forges script for sleeping pills
The Morrinsville woman was in 'bad place' at the time, her lawyer said.
Mighty local ways to celebrate Father's Day
Take a hike or a bike, go fast or slow, try something outdoors, indoors - even underground
Ōtorohanga elected most candidates unopposed in Waikato
The District elected six candidates (2 councillors, 4 community board members) unopposed.
Taupō and Hamilton receive most nominations for one ward
Taupō received 19 nominations for the Taupō Ward, Hamilton's East Ward received 20.
Dog deadline looms
Feedback from residents about the dog control policy is open until August 31.
Govt pushing for more housing, and higher density housing
"Lousy, poorly thought through legislation from central government," says planning chair.
Waitomo and Ruapehu councils have no uncontested seats
Only three councils across the Waikato have no candidates elected unopposed.