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SH25 Coromandel: Road closed as crews cut into hillside around washout
Further collapse of underslip sees re-closure to allow urgent work.
Wait over for new park footbridge installation
The work is part of a plan to improve access to the area.
Hamilton neighbourhood set up to deal with climate challenges
Peacocke ‘the gold standard’ for how to plan new NZ neighbourhoods.
New MP caught by emotion as he honours ancestors in maiden speech
Second half of Tama Potaka’s speech concerned New Zealand’s future in education and law.
SH25 Coromandel: The road may be closed at short notice should conditions deteriorate further.
The road between Hikuai and Opoutere is open to light vehicles only.
A record 211 new students sign up for Waikato uni’s Registered Nursing programmes
Graduate-entry programmes a faster way to address worker shortages.
Teen leadership mentee is 'Waipā through and through'
18-year-old Maude Rewha from Te Awamutu picked for Tuia leadership programme.
Matamata hopes to see wheels turning
Matamata-Piako District Council wants to make walking and cycling safer.
Shining a light on the sports fields of Hamilton
More of our sports fields are now available for longer periods.
High inflation and rising interest rates the main drivers of city’s deficit
No new spending, but existing work programmes are costing more to deliver.
Procurement issues hold up Ōhaupō crossing construction
Three months delay on crossing start due to procurement issues
Hamiltonians to awake to colourful balloons in the sky
The annual Balloons Over Waikato festival will lift off next week.
Theatre review: Te Tupua - The Goblin
John G Davies moves impressively between a range of characters.
Coromandel District now on long road of recovery
Mayor Salt says things aren't back to normal after Cyclone Gabrielle.
This is Parks Week and the city wants to hear your suggestions.
Our open spaces play a major role in protecting against climate change.
Paeroa floodgates do great job during Cyclone Gabrielle
The floodgates were installed in 2018, but haven't been used previously.
Further update today on progress towards re-opening SH25 for heavy vehicles
Expect delays while contractors continue working to stabilise the SH25 washout.
Grants open doors for Waipā creatives
Waipā District Council and Creative New Zealand to give local creatives a funding boost.
Fallen tree damages 16 Taumarunui headstones
The council is seeking families of the deceased to discuss reinstatement of headstones.
Chiefs blow away Moana Pasifika in first half onslaught
The Chiefs led 38-3 at halftime before falling off slightly in the second half.
Chiefs Manawa score 50 in Blues bashing
Chiefs Manawa remain unbeaten in Super Rugby Aupiki.
Review: Play shines light on important and visionary conservationist
The story carefully picks defining moments both personal and professional.
Welcome back to balloons
Balloons over Waikato is bringing its popular event back to Waipā region.
Manawa squad to be clinical and brutal against Blues
Only one change was made to the starting line for second game.
Chiefs stick to winning roster for Moana Pasifika clash
Few changes were made to the strong squad that won against the Crusaders.
Te Awamutu realtors join forces
Century 21 Wheeler Realty is linking up with the Property Brokers Te Awamutu team.
Facebook clues see some stolen gear snatched back in Hamilton before cops arrive
Sidecar racer heartbroken: 'I'll probably have to stop racing'
Fun walk to raise funds for local St John
St John Te Awamutu has organised a fun run event to raise awareness and funds.
Well-deserved win for Kaikohe in Rockwood Polocrosse final
Best pony and NZ-bred sport horse title went to Beth Peaker’s Storm.
‘Designed to degrade, belittle her’: Man jailed for rape, sexual assault of woman
The woman did not want to let Michael Corrigan in but he forced his way into her home.
Rocketeers aiming for new heights
Amateur rocketeers breaking boundaries with launch device.
Motorbike buffs rev up for MotoFest 2023
Hampton Downs will be abuzz for two days of adrenaline this weekend.
Children’s Day double the fun in Hamilton Kirikiriroa
Heaps to do at Hamilton Gardens, the museum, Waterworld, and Central Library.