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Hard data shows concrete roads more cost-effective than tar seal
Concrete roads are said to be 17% cheaper over their lifespan, better for the environment.
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How much of ratepayer's money Hamilton councillors spend on training revealed
Hamilton City Council slashed the PD budgets in half, from $6000 each a year to $3000.
Former All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic award
Rugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.
Hamilton City Council scraps two hours free parking in CBD
Visitors can now park in the CBD for free for one hour.
Councils consider changes to water management in Hamilton and Waikato District
A new organisation could help the councils tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.
Hamilton Gardens turn over a new leaf as entry fee comes into effect
The visitor attraction also celebrated the opening of its Gallagher Visitor Centre.
International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.
Watercare's secret $20m deal with iwi raises ratepayer concerns
Auckland ratepayers stumped up an additional $20m to care for the Waikato River.
'Get off your fat arse': Councillor's expletive-laden rant found in breach of code of conduct
Several of the complainants called for Bydder to resign.
Residents invited to cross Hamilton's newest bridge before it opens to traffic
The bridge is part of the Peacocke Programme, which will eventually house 20,000 people.
'A symbol of hope': Waikato memory meadows in full bloom on Daffodil Day
Two Waikato parks have transformed into a sea of yellow daffodils.
Retired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'
Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.
Waikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finals
The 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.
Hamilton City Council welcomes newest member
Kirikiriroa Maaori Ward councillor Maria Huata was sworn in on Tuesday.
Illegal dumpers leaving more than 11 tonnes of rubbish in Hamilton streets each month
People are leaving all sorts of rubbish in all kinds of places.
Waikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a cost
Most councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.
Hamilton Gardens entry fee start date revealed
The $20 fee to visit the 18 enclosed gardens would apply to out-of-towners.
Hamilton byelection has voter turnout of less than 6%
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.
Hamilton Zoo farewells its only African wild dog
Romeo moved to the zoo with his brother Kudu in 2018.
Neighbours fed up with piles of illegal rubbish dumped in their street
Peachgrove Rd has become a popular dumping ground.
What events are on in Waikato this weekend?
The Matariki ki Waikato festival continues and there is lots of school holiday fun.
Pro-Palestine protest disrupts opening of migrant Settlement Centre
The Settlement Centre Waikato postpones its opening events due to a pro-Palestine protest.
Independent arbiter needed for code of conduct complaints, mayors say
It follows a complaint on Hamilton city councillor Andrew Bydder’s expletive-laden rant.
Hamilton Long-Term Plan adopted with focus on balancing the books
Hamilton City Council adopted its Long-Term Plan 2024-34 yesterday.
Hamilton Gardens among top 1% of things to do in the world - again
Hamilton's much-loved visitor attraction already featured in the ranking in 2023.
Investigation launched into Hamilton councillor who wrote expletive-laden rant
He made the comments in an online submission to Waipā District Council.
Final fundraising for Hamilton Gardens' next garden gets under way
The garden is already under development but still needs $300k to be completed.
From Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magic
Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.
Free bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki event
This year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.
'Words matter': Minister rebukes councillor for use of 'derogatory terms'
Hamilton City councillor wrote an expletive-laden rant to neighbouring council.