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Waikato councillor urges Whatawhata residents to get tested
New Covid cases are expected to be announced in the Waikato this afternoon.
Mayor says Hamiltonians failing to keep distance outdoors
Many ignoring physical distancing and mask-wearing rules while out and about
Hamilton murder: Trial date set for man after death of 55-year-old woman
The trial is set down for five days in October next year.
Sandra's face masks bring joy to lockdown life
The Hamilton mask maker creates wearable art that is fun and protects against Covid-19
Live: PM's advice to Aucklanders on Xmas travel; vaccination targets to be revealed
Vaccine targets on Friday to move to the new normal will aim at leaving no groups behind.
Govt's alert-level decisions get mixed marks from experts
Dr Colin Tukuitonga agrees with the Government's decision for Auckland.
Covid-19: Outdoor gym classes identified as new location of interest
An Anytime Fitness outdoor class has been added to the locations of interest list.
Chiefs and Māori All Blacks star Sean Wainui dies in car crash
Sean Wainui has died in a car crash in Omanawa, near Tauranga, at the age of 25.
Live: D-Day - experts urge Cabinet to resist alert level change
Experts are urging against Auckland leaving lockdown as cases mount.
Annual Pink Walk & Run for breast cancer goes virtual
Walk anywhere, share a photo and be in to win some great prizes.
Cultural activator to unleash district's creative potential
New role for multimedia performance artist, art curator, and writer
Riff Raff statue on the move
Council is moving tourist attraction while the south end of the city is rejuvenated.
Three raranga PhDs awarded in world-first joint project
Visible demonstration of mana, academic expertise, and detailed knowledge
Waikato leaders' call to arms to get the vax before summer
Waikato towns are gearing up for the nationwide initiative to push up vaccination numbers.
Covid-19: Anyone in Te Awamutu with flu symptoms urged to get tested
People in Te Awamutu are being urged to get a Covid test if they have any symptoms.
Covid-19 detected in Te Awamutu wastewater samples
Waikato District Health Board has set up a testing centre at Te Awamutu Events Centre.
Coal and agriculture put Waikato ahead in emission statistics
A collective effort is needed to reduce the region's carbon footprint.
Jotham Wrampling, one of Te Awamutu Sports' new assistant coaches
Brother of Gallagher Chiefs player part of new Te Awamutu Sports coaching outfit for 2022.
Mandating jabs 'absolutely wrong': Defiant mayor refuses Pfizer jab
Thames-Coromandel Mayor Sandra Goudie stands by her beliefs.
Plans for Peacocke create climate-ready neighbourhood
Access everything you need within 20 minutes, without relying on private cars.
Waikato breaks three vaccination records
53.9 per cent of Waikato's eligible population is now fully vaccinated
Bed boys help students out of second-hand dilemma
Two students founded bed retailer FlatPack Co as an alternative to second hand beds.
Little sports aces share Asthma Awards winners podium
Arana Rangiawha and Oliver Ayton, both 10, have been recognised with the 2021 Asthma Award
Marokopa mystery: Man charged with wasting police time after 17 days in bush with kids
The man will appear in the Te Kuiti District Court next month.
Waikato police officer facing sexual assault charges
The man faces four charges from alleged incidents in 2018.
Chamber of commerce makes 'tough decision' to postpone business awards
'Online event simply doesn't evoke the same camaraderie, anticipation, and excitement
Auckland takeaways identified as location of interest seven times
Health officials have been releasing a steady stream of locations over the last few days.
Hamilton West MP fan of drive-through vaccination clinics
Dr Gaurav Sharma is happy about the accessibility of Waikato vaccination clinics.
Three Covid cases in Mt Eden prison; Brash - gangs not the 'fall guys' for virus
The Government is due to say whether further restrictions in Auckland will be eased today.
'Freaking out': Epidemiologist after 60 new cases announced
Expert now wants PM to reveal a series of vaccine mandates today.
'I can't sleep': Dairy owner exhausted after being burgled 3 times in 3 days
The young thieves have told the dairy owner the robberies are a 'game' to them.
Waikato exhibition and virtual gallery celebrates unity
Artworks engage, inform, and connect with people from across cultures and communities.
Funding boost will get Hauraki Rail Trail back on track
Tourism Minister has just confirmed $650,000 funding for four Great Rides cycle trails.