Hamilton's Tai Wānanga wins second place in NZ Showquest competition
Judges call the Hamilton students' effort a committed performance that was truly moving.
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Our best surf lifeguards recognised
Over the season lifeguards put in more than 50,000 patrol hours across region's beaches.
Hillcrest High band takes honours in local rock quest
Judge praises awesome songs, great instrumentation, hits, builds, dynamics and riffs.
Waikato's first mobile hep C clinic launched in Huntly
The mobile clinic brings testing and treatment to areas where it is needed most.
Strong finish by Northern United Mamba unable to hold back Marist Premier
Teams split for a three-week round robin before final
'Plan for the worst': The messages for council on sea-level rise
Local input invaluable when planning for a future affected by climate change.
Unique gallery tells region's earliest stories
The dominant display is the model of a fortified pā.
Hamilton death 'unexplained': Neighbour finds woman unresponsive at property
Officers are working to piece together what happened.
Waikato Uni ocean scientist wins L'Oréal Fellowship
Kiri Reihana is the first Māori PhD student to receive the award.
Raglan Whāingaroa wharf revamp to start in August
The construction of new boating facilities and maintenance work will get under way soon.
Lessons from school bomb threat
"I really appreciate the way people responded to a ... distressing situation."
Have you seen these missing murder trial witnesses?
Police are hoping the public can help locate Beatrice and Hadyn Gage.
Hero events bring many benefits to the mighty Waikato
Some significant sporting related fixtures coming up in the region.
Waipā District Council may apply for better-off funding
Despite opposing the Three Waters Reform, council took the first step to apply for funds.
George says he enjoys the cleaning he does for the community
George Fleck has worked hard for Te Awamutu for many years and will continue to do so.
Inaugural Power Farming Cup
Power Farming to back brand new competition for pre-college rugby players in Waikato.
Mayoral candidate recovering after bashing at mall
John Freer says he's yet to recover mentally from being set upon.
Sites of cultural significance returned in Hauraki iwi settlement
The Deed of Settlement includes acknowledgements and a Crown apology.
Ruakura Superhub ushers in another supply chain first
Latest tech CO2 refrigeration system one of the largest of its type in the world.
Waipā joins HCC in calling for Three Waters Reform to be withdrawn
The councils endorsed submissions to the select committee: "Can not support the reform."
Few nominations as candidates urged to hand in paperwork early
As of yesterday, Waipā District Council only had four verified candidate nominations.
Get digging into your family tree
Local genealogy group plans activities for those interested in researching their family
Freestyle maestro only Kiwi at first world tramp champs
Max Mcquoid, 19, will represent New Zealand at the inaugural FTA World Champs in London
ZZ Top, Pat Benatar to play Whitianga Summer Concert
Line-up also includes rock favourites like Angels and Stone Temple Pilots.
Art, music, and food - the Mid-Winter Mingle is back
'A chance for the community to see our fantastic local talent in arts and music'
Council hopefuls urged to do their homework
Garry Dyet warns candidates in the upcoming election the role isn't easy
Grease Musical team seeking the one(s) that they want for Hamilton show
Auditions for the Grease musical in Hamilton on August 5 and 6.
New aged care home in Hamilton East
Newly renovated facility offers rest home, hospital level, day stay and respite services.
City's top brass shine at national championships
Premier A-grade placing an exceptional result for a truly community band
Overturned truck in Waipā
Truck overturns on main road in the Waipā area on Wednesday morning.
Covid and the winter flu cause staff shortages
Council is asking residents to continue recycling correctly.
Find out more about Hamilton district plan changes
There are new rules around housing intensification and protecting built heritage.
Waikato events secure $3m in Government funding
A total of 34 events will receive support from the Government's Thermal Explorer Fund.
Wild weather: Several Coromandel roads closed
Motorists are urged to avoid travel until further notice.