Waikato events at the forefront of 2021 NZ Event Awards
With a record number of 108 total entries, seven Waikato events made it into the final 50.
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Local manufacturer celebrates 100 years by creating charitable trust
Trust will offer youth development focused on employment pathways and family support.
Striking jetty artwork inspired by history of five local hapū
Mayor encourages more Hamiltonians to enjoy the Waikato River.
South Waikato decides to do its own promotion of district
The council has decided to pull the funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
City Planning Manager Luke O'Dwyer has died suddenly at home from medical event
Luke O'Dwyer leaves behind wife Kylie and two young children.
'My worst nightmare': Hamilton joggers injured after geese terrorise fun run
A gaggle of geese has terrorised an organised fun run, leaving 2 joggers with bruises.
National Hepatitis action plan launched in Hamilton
Coinciding with World Hepatitis Day, the plan aims to help eliminate the disease globally.
Major road closures coming to Hamilton's Ruakura Rd
Expect three months of road closures done in stages.
Cookie cutters bring Māori flavour to kitchen tools
The new trio to add Māori flavour consists of a fishhook, koru and double twist.
Forty years of volunteering at Hamilton Gardens
Volunteers helped transform the city's main rubbish dump into a world-class attraction.
Riverlea Theatre Masquerade Fundraising Ball returning soon
Theatre well known for its commitment to the upskilling of young thespians
Waipa win first Waikato district lacrosse tournament
Waikato Lacrosse held its first district tournament for U15 girls last weekend
GPs copping abuse from frustrated patients waiting for vaccine
Staff were getting daily phone calls from frustrated patients wanting to be vaccinated.
Council candidates put youth in focus
Wintec Journalism students question candidates about youth issues in the city.
Waikato motorists also warned to expect heavy rain
Parts of Coromandel Peninsula have already had more than 30mm of rain this morning
Age no barrier for brass band champs
Baritone player's 60 years at top level competitions earns special award.
Bruce Clarkson praised as a treasure to council and the city
"Waiwhakareke the best example of urban restoration in the whole country."
1981 Springbok Tour: Former cop recalls being on duty for Hamilton match
"The few police on the embankment were brushed aside like feathers."
Inspirational duo push past their limits at Outward bound course
Father Sandy Schaare and son Emmet tackle challenge, despite son's muscular dystrophy.
Revealed: Hamilton City Council's $22k on talk fest for staff
Hamilton City Council boss says it's a good use of ratepayer money.
Rugby newbie working out how to keep up with the play
Rugby is not two teams and their fans fighting for the win, it's about a good game.
' I wouldn't say I am on their side now, but I am more lenient'
'There was a lot of anger and disappointment ... the game meant a lot to the region'.
Hamilton community effort wins city an award for recycling
The recycling service has been recognised for its positive effect on the environment.
Hilariously hairy holiday fun with Beards! Beards! Beards!
The play follows the story of a girl who wants to grow the world's most magnificent beard
Opus Orchestra performs short concerts in Hamilton, Rotorua and Tauranga
Hamilton programme made up of poems and stories by beloved New Zealand writer
Hamilton shooting: Police confirm name of 42-year-old
Joel Robin Buckley was farewelled by family and friends at his funeral today.
Covid-19 vaccination clinic operators happy with rollout
More than 95,000 jabs delivered so far, with more to come as group 4 opens up on July 28
Seventh Michael Hill jewellery store heist in 12 months
A tractor was used in a ram raid at a Piopio at the weekend.
Breakaway carriages: Passengers in disbelief after 'bizarre' train trip
Passengers watched in shock as their carriage slowly broke off from the rest of the train.
Ferry services cancelled across Auckland
Some ferries from Bayswater and Gulf Harbour have been cancelled this morning.
Heart patients caught in backlogs rushed to hospital for emergency care
"Suboptimal care does not necessarily lead to harm," Waikato DHB says.
Two carriages of Te Huia commuter train become separated, KiwiRail investigating
Delays on the network expected.
Te Huia exceeds 11,000 passengers in just over three months
Train to Auckland proving extremely popular with families in school holidays.