Councils consider changes to water management in Hamilton and Waikato District
A new organisation could help the councils tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.
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Sports tribunal awards costs of $15k against Cycling NZ
Mountain biker Sammie Maxwell brought an appeal against her non-selection.
Record $300k fine for dairy effluent a ‘wake-up call’
Farming company, company director and farm manager convicted and fined $305,900.
Waikato food producers the focus of five-course degustation dinner
The Taste of Waikato will be held in October.
Christ Church in Ōhaupō marks 100 years with special service and luncheon
Christ Church in Ōhaupō marks 100 years with special service and luncheon
Watch: Mayor apologises for F-bomb during council meeting
Gary Petley says his language after a tense debate was not directed at anyone.
Cyclone recovery work nears completion in Coromandel
More than $170 million has gone into the Coromandel following the cyclones.
Investigation under way following dog attack
A person has been injured in a dog attack in Tairua.
Playground falls off the funding list and into disrepair
Funds were budgeted for then taken away for other priorities.
Police charge 22yo man after fatal vehicle incident in Taupō
The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.
Popular Waikato walk to reopen in time for summer
The walkway in the South Waikato District has been closed for over a year.
The Country Fast Five: What makes Ian Evans proud to be a farmer
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
Child homicide, hit and run deaths referred back to police after IPCA complaints
The separate cases relate to the deaths of Zahquiel Taipeti and Steven Cranston.
One dead after crash in Hamilton East
The crash was reported to emergency services at 12.09pm.
Gregor Paul: How Robertson lost control of the Damian McKenzie narrative
OPINION: The All Blacks coach has done his first-choice No 10 no favours.
Police focus on Thames as fake bank notes pop up at retail outlets
Numerous fakes notes presented in Thames and wider Waikato area.
Critically endangered kākāpō population hit by three deaths this month
One of the birds that died was the 'treasured' poster boy for his former sanctuary.
'Major milestone': Piarere roundabout opens to traffic
Construction of the roundabout got under way in January.
Thin White Ukes channelling Bowie
The Thin White Ukes is a tribute band with a difference.
Potential new $500m industry for Central North Island
Scientists have worked out how to create protein from microorganisms in geothermal gases.
Former St Peter's student recalls ‘strange’ piggyback rides with naked teacher at hot pools
But Geoffrey Coker's lawyer claims the allegations are 'conflated rumours' and fake.
Motorists warned after man attempts to enter vehicle waiting at lights
A man attempted to enter a car on the Te Wharepu Road Off-Ramp, Rangiriri, on Monday.
App allows people to buy food cheap before it's thrown away
Cafes can retain some value in products that would otherwise get thrown away.
Spending time on the trail with the 'Taupudlians'
It's the track most Taupō people have done at least once.
Ruapehu mayor: Chateau Tongariro issues not insurmountable
Ruapehu's mayor says there are 'credible developers' interested in restoring it.
Pāuanui parkrun brings everyone together
Parkruns are held in more than 2000 places around the world.
Busy fire brigade gets a free ute
Chief Roan Gouws says the donation will 'improve our ability to protect and serve'.
Watch: Man rescued after vehicle drops 15m on to rocks
One patient was airlifted to Auckland Hospital in a moderate condition.
Waikato crowned champions at Wheelchair Rugby national contest
Four teams competed, showcasing skill and teamwork in an intense final against Auckland.
Fine for parking in disabled space increases to $750
Almost 40% of tickets were issued to legitimate users who forgot to display their permit.
What you need to know about road closures on SH1
NZTA says motorists can expect 'roadworks galore' on SH1 due to major projects.
'Creep': Former St Peter's School teacher on trial for historic indecent assaults
The offending is alleged to have occurred nearly 50 years ago and involved boys aged 9-12.
Two utes crash at Tīrau intersection, causing one to tip over
Emergency services were called to the crash about 3.04pm.
Fireworks display faces skyrocketing cost increases
Rising transport costs have a lot to do with the need for a boost to the fireworks budget.