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Two Chiefs teams line up against Blues
Many of the Chiefs' emerging talent earned valuable game time in Japan.

Rodeo and rowing - here's what's on in Waikato
What events are on in Waikato this week?

New recycling rules in force for Taupō District
Contractors will now be rejecting non-confirming items left in recycling bins.

Coromandel news in brief: Kennedy Bay works, rates due
What's up in the Coromandel — short and sweet.

'Lucky no-one killed': US tourist's head-on crash on notorious road
Glenn Woodard and his wife were in New Zealand celebrating their wedding anniversary.

Police fatally shoot man threatening parent and child
Police say the male driver fled during a vehicle stop in Hamilton.

One critically injured as crash closes road near Putaruru
Two vehicles crash in Arapuni.

31st Te Pahū Twilight 2024 Moto-X Series
Round two of the 31st Te Pahū Twilight 2024 Moto-X Series at Findsen Farm. Photos / Arthur Uden

Apathy plagues turn-out for Hamilton East by-election
Time is running out to vote in the Hamilton East by-election.

Motorists tangle with toll booths causing tens of thousands in damage
Getting in and out of this 'tight' airport car park is proving tricky.

Building comp and vandalism - what's happening in the region
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.

Longstanding Coromandel community journalist dies
The local community says goodbye to "a lovely person" and "exceptional editor".

Tuku Morgan: 'Whitewashing' to surreptitiously redefine Treaty settlement by stealth
OPINION: Tainui on why Three Waters was a step forward.

And then there were four: Another kākāpō removed from sanctuary
More than half the kākāpō in the mainland sanctuary trial have now been sent home.

'Devastating' influenza outbreak hits Whitianga - six dead
Tragic Whitianga outbreak shows why infected people should avoid rest homes, expert says.

St Johns: New and improved ambulance station for Waihī, temporary relocation for services
Planning and construction of the station was put on hold due to lack of funding.

Get on your bike for February challenge
Aotearoa Bike Challenge Month is here and events are happening across Waikato.

Taupō and Tūrangi thumbs up and thumbs down
Find out what has amazed and annoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.

Remembering Gabrielle: Coromandel still recovering from cyclone
Summer has finally arrived in New Zealand - unlike a year ago.

Story behind Raglan trophy home - sailing champ’s multi-million-dollar sketch
Grand Designs-style property is on the market for sale.

Dangerous man with multiple arrest warrants sought by police in Waikato
Nepia Taonui is wanted by police on multiple weapons charges.

Six dead as influenza outbreak strikes NZ aged care facility
Six people died in the space of 12 days as a result of the outbreak.

Rural and primary care a focus for new medical school
'Stop contemplating" and get on with it says University of Waikato vice-chancellor.

Younger brother hopes to boost Parker family's boxing dynasty
After a 19-month hiatus, John Parker returned to boxing in December.

Visiting the oldest tree in the forest
Walkers share highlights from one of the many treks on offer in the central North Island.

'Dreaming, planning and nagging' results in impressive new sports facility
Turf a welcome addition to Te Awamutu College’s other sports facilities.

Roadworks to cause disruptions at Waharoa
Stop-go traffic management will be in place on SH27 at Waharoa but some streets will close

Are dairy farmers ready for effects of climate change?
A new study shows ryegrass growth rates are slowing down.