Three Waters reform: Action group speaks to select committee
C4LD has spoken before the select committee on its Three Waters reform submission.
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Matamata-Piako Māori Ward elected unopposed
Te Manawhenua Forum member Gary Thompson is the new Māori ward councillor.
Buy local, eat fresh at mighty Waikato farmers' markets
Buy local and eat fresh at mighty Waikato farmers' markets.
Cambridge murder victim, accused both granted interim suppression
The 42-year-old faces a charge of murder after an alleged incident at Cambridge.
Tourists heading back to The Shire - and other attractions of the Mighty Waikato
Check out the experiences that attract locals and visitors to the Matamata-Piako District.
New Zealand's first electric milk tanker launched in Morrinsville
Milk-E will be based at Fonterra's Waitoa site and operate on battery-swap technology.
Waikato iwi ready to see Māori mayor for Matamata
Ngāti Hinerangi support the idea of increased diversity in Matamata-Piako District Council
Game-changing development opportunity opens for Te Aroha
The council bought land to develop for industrial purposes and attract businesses.
Waikato honey creates a buzz on international stage
Two Waikato honey producers win big at this year's London International Honey Awards.
Person of interest found after a man was shot and seriously hurt in Waikato
The wounded man remains in a serious condition in hospital.
Be a part of getting things done in your local community
Matamata-Piako mayor Ash Tanner encourages people to get involved instead of complaining.
Mighty Local: Connecting with nature is good for us
The naturally bubbly, mineral waters were renowned as a cure-all and appreciated by all.
Mayor and moss busters have a blast on Te Aroha bridge
Matamata-Piako mayor Ash Tanner and volunteers tackle part two of bridge clean-up.
Three Waters Govt decision sparks mixed feelings across Waikato
Matamata-Piako mayor furious main concerns remain, Hamilton mayor happy with improvements.
IT company grows from student project to global player
Matamata IT business LuminateOne now counts renowned vehicle brands among clientele
Manawapou Bridge south of Matamata due to open today
Old bridge had a poor safety record due to its narrowness.
Mayor and his moss busters clean up Te Aroha bridge
Matamata-Piako mayor Ash Tanner and volunteers sprayed mossy Coulter Bridge on Friday.
Mayor has a blast on mossy bridge
Ash Tanner and volunteers take things into their own hands.
Webinar to ask districts about changes to public transport rates collection
Communities to have their say on fast-tracking public transport investment.
Critical year for Te Aroha long-term spa facility has started
This year determines whether Te Aroha's new spa facility can go into construction phase.
Meth cook's mum's unwitting involvement in son's P production
Steven Griffiths had a reputation as a good P cook in the drug world.
Action group proposes two alternative Three Waters models
Communities for Local Democracy studied a modified current model and a regional entity.
A matter of pride in Matamata
The local council is on the hunt for feedback on how to revamp Matamata
SH29 Kaimai Range road works to continue after Waitangi Day
Significant detours will be in place but traffic windows will allow travel planning.
Sprinklers banned after city breaks water use record
Compliance staff travelling around city, monitoring usage, and notifying water wasters.
Creative communities get funding boost
Matamata-Piako District and Hamilton City Councils recognise role of arts in community
Waikato water worries: Councils impose restrictions
The hot weather has prompted Waikato councils to put water restrictions in place
Crash that killed 13yo girl, injured four other children still under investigation
Police are refusing to comment on the crash that killed a 13yo girl in Matamata.
Councils bat for local voices in Three Waters debate
HCC set to consult public while three Waikato councils join nationwide action group
Holiday road toll ends with 17 people killed on our roads
Seventeen people died on New Zealand roads over the holiday period.
New Mangawhero Stream bridge progressing well
The highway is to be cut down and rebuilt to link to the new bridge approaches.
Horror Matamata crash: Three remain in critical condition, others stable
The occupants are still recovering in hospital, three remain critical.
Children aged 10-13 thrown from car, critical after Matamata crash
Four of the five are in a critical condition in Waikato Hospital.
Driver testing services return to Matamata and Cambridge
NZ Transport Agency listened to community calls and reintroduces the services next year.