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Waikato Rugby loses two local legends
Waikato Rugby has lost two great players and administrators within a week.
Kaipaki Gold battle Hamilton Marist in brave match
Gold were in deep trouble at one point, sitting at 20/5 in the first 10 overs.
Record turnout for Hamilton's big week of art and performance
A feast of performing art has Hamiltonians in a cultural frenzy.
Review: Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show a 'tongue-in-cheek' performance
Aimed at the young ones but enough fun for the adults too.
Review: Ice Cream is Melting a 'silly and fun' survival story
The performance was part of the Hamilton Arts Festival.
Chiefs players wearing microphones during games to engage fans
The microphone innovation was revealed on Sunday on Sky Sport's The Breakdown.
Employment advocate invovled in bitter work dispute
Embattled employment advocate Allan Halse's work with Hamilton Culturesafe has ended.
Mum pleads for understanding over adult son's screaming bouts
“Pachygyria patients ... may have difficulty controlling some behaviours."
Dad bods on display at Hamilton's Meatstock festival
The two-day Meatstock festival starts today at Mystery Creek.
'Step too far': Smart mouthguards spark controversy
Several players were ordered from the field due to measurements recorded in their mouths.
Four-car crash causes power outage in Waikato
A witness told the Herald police closed the road and multiple fire crews attended.
Chiefs deny Crusaders in brutal thriller
The Chiefs edged the Crusaders with two late penalties.
Nightglow tickets to be released on Monday
The number of people able to attend the finale of Balloons over Waikato will be limited.
Coroner names Christopher Taukiri as man shot by police near Matamata
Taukiri allegedly pulled a gun on police and another person. His funeral was on Tuesday.
Hamilton Arts Fest and outdoor movies - here's what's on in the Waikato
What's On in the Waikato in the next few weeks?
Mystery Creek fireworks display cancelled
Fireworks may not be appropriate given the wider community's equestrian and rural nature.
Black Ferns set for Hamilton
The Black Ferns will start the Pacific Four Series in Hamilton.
Cambridge cul-de-sac and pathway extension approved
More than 70 per cent of submissions were in favour of a cul-de-sac.
Crown Solicitor's management style undermined staff trust
Jacinda Hamilton deeply regrets actions that had a hurtful impact in her workplace.
Hamilton City Council proposes more service and staff cuts
The cuts would save $10.4 million in 2026/27, and $104 million over the 10 years.
SkyCity names new interim CEO, profit drops amid scrutiny
The hunt for a permanent CEO continues, but interim boss appointed.
Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.
Doorman beaten, stomped unconscious, attacker claims 'just a pub fight'
Tuumanako Tawha stomped on the victim's head as he lay on the ground.
Chiefs face Crusaders in Hamilton for first Super Rugby match of season
Coach Clayton McMillan said the match was an exciting way to kick-start the 2024 season.
Turbo-boost for NZ cold supply chain with Maersk $150m investment at Ruakura
The 18,000 sq m facility showcases the latest in cold store capability and design.
Te Awamutu entities gain sport and recreations awards
Record number of nominations from around the Waikato region for 2023 Sport Waikato awards.
Action-packed line-up of Waikato winners
Winners have been chosen in the Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards.
Genesis scholarships support Huntly students
Te Wharekura o Rakaumanga and Huntly College teachers selected 15 students.
'Severe pain': Dairy worker who had thumb sliced off speaks of struggles
Trayd Tahau, who was high on meth at the time, has now been jailed.
Snapchat 'sugar daddy': Man pays girl to meet up in bushes for sexual acts
Roland McKop discovered the girl was only 13 while messaging her.
Waikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar power
The Warehouse is using a quarter of the power produced by the solar farm.
Heartfelt play pulls inspiration from real events
One Way Out pulls inspiration from real events and a time in Emily Costello’s life.