Obituary: Alan Empson remembered as a 'humble achiever'
Former Waipa councillor a man of humility and action.
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Te Awamutu Museum and council staff to return home
Approval given to strengthen council vacated buildings.
Girls' rugby pilot programme gains NZ Rugby's attention
The programme aims to increase girls’ participation in rugby across five local clubs.
'Grim' crash that killed five shocks Waikato community
Susan O'Regan speaks of 'unbearable pain' for families post-crash.
Five dead in 'horrendous' crash near Hamilton, SH3 closed
Police collecting evidence from scene to understand reason behind tragic accident.
Former Waipā councillor dies in road crash, remembered as 'complex individual'
Family grieve loss of larger-than-life character and lawyer.
Secure Homes Project expands to Te Awamutu
Bridge Housing buys into Ōhaupō Road development after success in Cambridge.
Food Forest project: Community reap the fruit of their labour
Everyone is invited to take what they need from the garden.
TA cyclist to be double Olympian after selection for 2024 NZ team
Petch said switching sports has been challenging but rewarding at the same time.
Waikato Club Rugby weekend a success for Hamilton Marist
Former Manawatū and Waikato winger Newton Tudreu was a standout for Hamilton Marist.
Ukulele double feature coming to The Regent
Tyrone and The Nukes team up for a double feature at The Regent.
NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Expo embarks on maiden voyage to Mystery Creek
The event will showcase all things marine.
NZTA focusing on 'reactive activities' as pothole season arrives
Winter means potholes and flooding are the big issues for motorists.
Wellness Workshop in Waipā
Local duo hope to teach people to understand they can take control of their own health.
'Facebook scam': Man uses Marketplace to sell fake PlayStation, Xbox
Daniel Johnstone has been sentenced to home detention and ordered to pay reparations.
Prolific burglar goes on crime spree while on parole to pay for drug debt
Jamie Downard was living in Te Awamutu after being granted parole.
Council reveals huge cost of incorrect recycling
Recycling is sorted by hand, so contamination is a big health and safety risk.
Orient Express to take Te Awamutu locals on culinary journey
Head chef Anshul Sethi decided he wanted to be chef in 10th grade.
Waikato lacrosse players off to Hong Kong for world champs
Time for spotlight to shine on Te Awamutu's Anita Blakely and Holly Harris.
Group walk from Te Kūiti to Te Awamutu for a special cause
Over $1500 raised so far by group for incurable breast cancer.
Women walk from Te Kūiti to Te Awamutu for a special cause
The Walk 50K this May 2024 campaign is the inspiration for the six women rugby players.
Pirongia herd manager named New Zealand Dairy Trainee of the Year
Kirwyn Ellis was described by the judges as relaxed, thoughtful and mature.
Investment in Corrections: Prison expansion could put pressure on community
Extra funding for prison beds, staff and rehab programmes welcomed.
'Multiple patients': Trucks and bus collide on SH39 near Ngāhinapōuri
The conditions of the patients are currently unknown.
Dogged determination helps nail a Kiwi record for American treat
Jenga Youth Group work together to build a 100-metre hot dog and feed the whole school.
Fieldays Innovation Awards draw in 64 nominations
Finalists will participate in both an online judging pre-event and on-site judging.
War Memorial Park playground opens to community
New playgorund puzzles incorporate and relate to Te Awamutu War Memorial Park’s heritage.
Iwi to have input on waste-to-energy plant decision
A board of inquiry will allow iwi to have input regarding the decision.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia upset unbeaten Hamilton Marist
Kio Kio United got their first win of the season when they hosted Leamington.
Kiwi duo last standing at Dead Cow Gully endurance race
McAlpine hopes other women can be inspired to give backyard ultra running a go.
Waikato Club Rugby preview
Friday night Colts rugby gets the weekend underway tonight at Willoughby Park.
Tattooist of Auschwitz author talks about best-selling novel's journey to miniseries
Heather Morris on the whirlwind ride with Tattooist of Auschwitz miniseries.
Preparations for 56th Fieldays ramp up
This year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.