Latest from Te Awamutu

Year of the Pig festivities mean feast of exports for Fonterra
Fonterra's Te Awamutu site has had a successful year of exports to China.

Big-hearted mates have 'silly ideas' for good causes
Why two guys plan to lap the lake - 17 times. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

'Hey babe, take a walk on the mild side'
The stick walkers of Te Awamutu Marathon Clinic. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Automotive festival 'brainchild' of Te Awamutu couple
The fourth annual VID AutoFest takes place at Mystery Creek next month.

Te Awamutu musician returns for hometown gig with Jordan Luck Band
"The two bands are really on form and it will be a lot of fun."

Incredible: Te Awamutu woman delivers 'taste of home' to Kiwi soldiers in Middle East
She was the first female and support services manager to be selected for the trip.

Narrow escape: Van crashes into Te Awamutu section
The unattended van took out a power box and demolished a garden shed.

Life in the slow lane: Over 200 changes to speed limits proposed for Waipā
The proposed changes include 40 km/h areas in Te Awamutu and Cambridge town centres.

HarvestTECH 2019: Everything in wood harvesting on show
HarvestTECH 2019 is coming to Rotorua.

Beef + Lamb NZ: Red meat important in healthy diet — report
Red meat is vital to maintaining a healthy diet, says a new report from EAT-Lancet.

Horticulture NZ: Tougher stance on food product sabotage needed
Horticulture NZ was a stronger stance against food tampering.

Big issues facing planners at NZPI's annual conference
Planners are in the spotlight to overcome challenges.

Fishing: Something special for Waikato angler
A Waikato dairy farmer has won a special prize at a fly fishing event.

Farmers can survive financial uncertainty
Farmers are in a good position to deal with global warming, according to research.

Cycle Classic rides into Te Awamutu
Stage three of the race finishes next to Te Awamutu Bowling Club about 1.55pm.

'Soul Lounge' helps people with disabilities participate in Waikato music festival
Kylee Black knows exactly what it's like to face accessibility barriers.

Gift of life: Te Awamutu couple donates new ambulance
"It feels rewarding and satisfying to be doing something important for the community."

Singers to shine at Te Awamutu Country Variety Club
Top country performers are looking to put on a show at the The Bible Chapel this Saturday.

Future uncertain for Pirongia's Boxing Day race day
After a disappointing turnout to Pirongia's Boxing Day races, the event is in jeopardy.

Lower Mangapiko Stream Care Group crowdfunding Million Metres Stream
The Lower Mangapiko Stream Care Group is trying to fundraise for Million Metres Stream.

Forest indicators warn of challenging 2019
Drought, fires and difficult days for stock may be at hand throughout this summer.

70th celebrations for Rural Women NZ Pōkuru
Next year Rural Women New Zealand Pōkuru Branch are holding 70th birthday celebrations.

Pirongia vet could face brother in FMG Young Farmer of the Year
A Pirongia vet has joined the race to be the next FMG Young Farmer of the Year.

Rural Women NZ: Step in right direction for rural districts
More needs to be done to protect rural communities.

Hamilton High Court confirms fine for illegal stock access
Hamilton High Court has confirmed fines for a farmer who let stock feed near Lake Whangape

More scholarships at Lincoln to attract Māori and Pasifika
Lincoln University has introduced a new range of scholarships for Māori and Pasifika.

Five cows struck dead by lightning in Te Awamutu
The cows were sheltering under a tree when they were zapped about 9pm on Friday.

Wowser or wonder? One woman's waste-free Christmas
The 'less is more' approach to Christmas. Made with funding from NZ On Air.