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'The home under the pond': Woman fears water catchment will inundate house
"I'm struggling at work because this is on my mind, I'm waking up at 4.30am": owner
Raglan Airfield safety improvements being given urgent attention
Critical safety measures are recommended in a report to Waikato District Council.
Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter pilot of 30 years retires
Grant Bremner played a crucial part in setting up the rescue helicopter base in Hamilton.
Moa skeleton amazes Kauaeranga Visitor Centre guests
The skeleton of a stout legged moa is thought to be 1000 years old.
Assassins on target with third attempt
A dark and controversial musical comedy about the American dream gone awry
Saving the wai in Waikato: Think ahead as hot, humid summer looms
Make every drop count as above-average summer temperatures are expected.
Major makeover on the cards for Raglan wharf
Feedback is invited on the design and on the plan for the future of the harbour.
Waipā and Ōtorohanga will work together on water issues
The two councils have signed a joint agreement to save costs on future water works.
Hamilton start-up dedicated to better EV charging network
Hikotron found a way to improve local EV charging market inspired by European model.
HCC goes solo while councils join forces against Three Waters Reform
HCC didn't sign a joint letter with 30 councils - a mistake, councillor Mark Bunting says.
Confusing roadworks led to fatal train, car collision
Two people died after a freight train struck their car at a level crossing in 2019.
Concerns for missing Te Awamutu man
Neville Corkin was last seen at Centre Place in Hamilton yesterday.
Body of missing fisherman confirmed as Olson Canatoy
The body washed up near Raglan at the weekend.
Just 7102 more jabs will get Māori whānau to 90pc
Vax push targets communities across the region with a focus on the young
Te Awamutu tradie dubbed as top apprentice
Matthew Van Der Wel has been training at Wither's Electrical for the past two years.
Council seeks partners to help open central city to the river
Retail, hospitality, commercial space and residential apartments are in the mix.
Person trapped in tractor after crash with truck near Te Awamutu
A helicopter is being sent to the accident.
Fatal Hamilton baby mauling; Dog owner to go on trial in February
Judge Jonathan Down labelled the case 'dreadful' and 'truly tragic'.
Kindy owner charged after letting woman ride on her car during 'Great Gridlock'
The pre-school owner was remanded at large to reappear next year.
Child sex abuse: Detectives to meet with St Peter's School leadership
St Peter's School has apologised for historical abuse of former students by ex-staff.
Cartoon series tackles jab misinformation
Government and The Spinoff developed series as Waikato mayor advocates for higher vax rate
Work starts on new $73 million Waikato Regional Theatre in CBD
Share the Stage fundraising and community building campaign launched for new theatre.
Farmers take to streets in Groundswell protest
Protesters from Te Kuiti and Otorohanga also joined the group in Te Awamutu
Court ruling gives new hope to former Afghan interpreter
High Court rules INZ was wrong to stop processing decision-ready visa applications.
Level 3 lockdown didn't hold rescue helicopter back
The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter had a busy October carrying out 66 missions
Vaccine verifier app goes live, Govt warns there'll be glitches
Businesses will be able to download an app that will verify their customers' vax status.
Son admits killing of father after pushing him through glass door
Bahadur Singh was heavily intoxicated the day he had a fatal fight with his father.
Regional council achieves 44.4pc emissions reduction in four years
New emission measurement standards will include additional significant indirect emissions
Wintec teacher inspires young tradies
Peter Rameka uses a te ao Maori approach and encourages students by sharing his own story
We did it, Waikato: DHB reaches magic 90 per cent
The Waikato reached a vaccination rate of 90 per cent for first doses yesterday.
Moves to make road trips to Hamilton safer
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency reduces speed limits into Hamilton city
The successful horse stud owner and his vast rugby career
Former Australian Schoolboy rugby player Dave Duley, his career and life after rugby.
Traffic light system move within days of November 29: PM
After almost 100 days, Auckland is set to see restrictions eased next week.