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Housing intensification: Full steam ahead
Minister declines request for extension to medium-density plan change

Melbourne Cup winning jockey joins Cambridge's Walk of Fame
McDonald won the 2021 Melbourne Cup and the title of World Jockey of the Year.

Responses galore for transport project
Amount of feedback is no surprise to Service Delivery Committee.

Michael McNab to nab chances in making up for time out
Premiership king Michael McNab returns following a spectacular race fall.

Waikato and Chiefs gain spots in the big teams
Ōtorohanga Sports Club's Cortez Ratima is one of five new All Blacks.

Putāruru win Women’s Championship
Hamiton Old Boys and Ōtorohanga could not be split apart.

Former Waikato man joins Los Pumas coaching staff
Kenny Lynn joins Martin Bogado with Argentina squad.

Chiefs fans 'loud', 'loyal' and ready for war as Blues clash awaits
How do you strike fear into the opposing team? Slow roasted marshmallows of course.

Waikato tourism organisation to make changes due to council funding
Several councils have made funding cuts to the organisation in their LTPs.

30 years on from the Bain family massacre: David's new life, new name
The Herald spoke to David Bain on the eve of the 30th anniversary of the murders.

Exclusive: Joe Karam wants NZ to leave David Bain alone, 30 years on from killings
Today marks 30 years to the day since the Bain family was killed at Every St, Dunedin.

Cambridge town clock restoration gets funding boost
Refurbishment started in January and is on track to be completed by the end of next month.

The Bain murders 30 years on: Where is David? Why are Kiwis obsessed with this case?
The Herald looks at the infamous case and the aftermath that haunts a family today.

Tradie accused of $87k of fraud wanted trial thrown out due to 'excessive' delays
Jason Lambert's lawyer argued: “It’s his right to be tried without undue delay.”

'Nice pat on the back': Race starter made Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
McGovern said it is also recognition for racing participants who work behind the scenes.

Fieldays 2024 kicks off with special recognition
Fieldays 2024 is off to a good start, NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Peter Nation said.

Motorists warned to avoid area after crash critically injures one
Emergency services were alerted just before 1pm.

Waikato councils speak out against Māori Ward polls
"It reflects poorly on central government’s .. respect for the role of local government."

Night works scheduled for SH1 near Cambridge
Finishing touches are being applied to a fifth turnaround bay.

Waikato community legends gain royal attention
15 locals have received King's Birthday Honours.

Cambridge community stalwart dies two weeks before receiving King's Birthday Honour
'It's a hole now for us without such a strong [voice] in the community.'

Kākāpō escapees continue to be trailblazers
The former Waikato residents have been relocated to Coal Island in Fiordland.

Stable stats tell only part of trainer's story
The biggest season of Stephen Marsh’s career has also been the bravest.

'The unthinkable': A decade on from news that changed family's lives
'You never think that that’s going to happen to you or to your kids.'

Obituary: Alan Empson remembered as a 'humble achiever'
Former Waipa councillor a man of humility and action.

Secure Homes Project expands to Te Awamutu
Bridge Housing buys into Ōhaupō Road development after success in Cambridge.

Waikato Club Rugby weekend a success for Hamilton Marist
Former Manawatū and Waikato winger Newton Tudreu was a standout for Hamilton Marist.

NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Expo embarks on maiden voyage to Mystery Creek
The event will showcase all things marine.

Mayoral contender Mahé Drysdale to commute from Cambridge if he wins
'I’m still very passionate about the city. I love it, being where I grew up.'