Hamilton Playbox's end-of-year production a perfect pre-Christmas show
Twas the Fight Before Christmas is filled with clever dialogue and hilarious characters.
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Mighty mix of events kicks off summer fun in the Waikato
Get out there, get involved and enjoy the Waikato fun in the months to come
K'aute Pasifika counting down to celebration of 20-year dream of community hub
The country's first pan pacific hub has an official opening date.
Hamilton kindergarten shuts down after multiple incidents with abusive neighbour
A parent is upset by the lack of communication from the Waikato Kindergarten Association.
Adrienne Wilcock wins Matamata-Piako mayoral race
Adrienne Wilcock is currently 123 votes ahead of Stu Husband.
Publishing hopes for young Waikato science fair winner
NIWA awards enhance science and technology for young New Zealanders.
'He was just a skeleton of a baby': Family moves to Australia to save starving infant
Gideon's body started 'eating itself' to survive - 'He was essentially starving to death.'
Mystery surrounds body found in Waikato river
Police are making enquiries after a dead body was found in the Waikato river.
Taupō Mayor David Trewavas returns for fourth term
There will be five new faces on the council, including two Māori Wards.
Waitomo, Ruapehu, Ōtorohanga re-elect previous mayors
Weston Kirton, Max Baxter and John Robertson have all led their district's before.
Special Olympics global messenger overcomes challenges to become spokesperson and ambassador
'My disability is a part of who I am, not the entire picture.'
Free online therapy courses released in NZ Sign Language
The lack of mental health services catering for the deaf has been a significant barrier.
Thames-Coromandel welcomes new mayor
According to preliminary results, Len Salt will be replacing Sandra Goudie as mayor.
Waikato police appeal for information on SH3 fatal crash
Ōtorohanga identity Karam Haddad died in the crash.
Tamahere interchange safety work progressing
Work will improve safety for all, especially pedestrians and cyclists
Veteran councillor Jacqui Church new Waikato District mayor
Church is going to replace long-standing mayor Allan Sanson.
Family of missing Marokopa children trying to raise funds for reward
This month marks 10 months since the children went missing for the second time
Waipā district elects a new mayor
Two-term councillor Susan O'Regan new mayor, meaning former mayor Jim Mylchreest is out.
LGNZ calls for independent review after low voter turnout
The group wants practical recommendations that are taken on board by the Government.
Waikato herdsman's story to air on New Zealand screens
Andrew Johnstone's life with his cows is the topic of new doco When The Cows Come Home.
HCC convicted for wastewater spill into stream
Hamilton City Council has been fined $76,500 for the spillage in October 2020.
Gary Petley wins race for South Waikato mayoralty
Preliminary results say Gary Petley received 3679 votes and Ārama Ngāpō 2891 votes.
Former Waikato Regional Council chairs voted out
Former regional council chairs Russ Rimmington and Barry Quale did not make the cut.
Bridge closed as busy Claudelands junction upgraded
Access remains open for pedestrians and people on bikes.
Race for second Hamilton Māori Ward seat still on
According to preliminary results, Moko Tauariki and Melaina Huaki are the front runners.
Progress results say Paula Southgate re-elected as Hamilton mayor
Southgate received 13,693 votes so far, with Geoff Taylor in second with 12,395.
Counting under way for HCC's first STV election
Progress results are in for Matamata-Piako, South Waikato, Waipā, Taupō and Waitomo.
Students showcase their skill(et)s at Waikato Culinary Fare
Almost 300 students from all over the North Island took part in the annual event.
'How you can still be alive is beyond me': Judge shocked at recidivist drink driver's diabetes claims
Shailendra Deo's drink driving was so bad other motorists had to veer onto the footpath.
'Brought a knife to a fist fight': Man jailed for Christmas Day stabbing
Patwade Murphy cut the wrist of one man, before stabbing another man in the chest.
Funding grant one step closer for central city
No decisions on specific projects, but council is committed to transforming central city.
Fixing Waikato Expressway 'death' trap years away due to lack of funding
Once construction funding is available, the agency would be able to move quickly, it says.
'This is no simple shoplifting': Kmart robber jailed after violent attack on staff
Judge John McDonald said Kitia Toimata's offending was too serious for home detention.
Drive-through voting on Saturday as Hamilton says: Show Up For Your City
Family friendly fun event aims to pull more voters into Hamilton city centre.