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Hamilton's tallest buiilding being converted into 191-room hotel
'It’s well needed and brings such a positive feel to the CBD.'
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Zeal for zines on show as quirky festival celebrates 10th anniversary
Kirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest celebrates the art of random creativity.
Hamilton rates rise reduced after councillors deliberate LTP
Mayor Paula Southgate said it had been “the most challenging and complex" LTP.
Up to 100 new homes could be built on Rototuna site
Hamilton City Council decided to sell the land at a council meeting last week.
HCC reduces rates rise to 19.2 per cent, with more possible cost cuts identified
The city's LTP will be up for deliberation next week.
Hamilton Arbor Day to mark heritage park's restoration anniversary
The 20th celebration will see the 'Bug Man' from Animal Planet as a special guest host.
Hamilton bus hub receives $7.5 million revamp
It will be the Transport Centre's first facelift since its opening in 2001.
'Unaffordable': Hamilton mayor responds to public feedback on draft LTP, 19.9% rates hikes
Developers say increased contributions could force them to build elsewhere.
New Zealand’s smallest economic development agency closes
Te Waka would cease operations on June 30.
Wastewater flows into Hamilton stream after pump station failure
The council has asked people to keep themselves and their pets from entering the waterway.
Councillor quit after being queried about regular absences
Hamilton councillors have been queried about their attendance.
Nominations for Hamilton Kirikiriroa Māori ward seat open
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki.
Mayor asks for further cost savings as LTP draws in 3000 submissions
Hamilton's rates rises have drawn in a flood of feedback from the community.
Waikato Museum closes until December for 'significant' work
Hamilton City Council said the work had been planned for a long time.
Hamilton Māori ward councillor resigns, triggering second byelection this year
Councillor Melaina Huaki has resigned effective immediately.
Hobbit holes a winner in Waikato BOP Architecture Awards
Three Hobbit Hole facades were excavated and transformed into authentic homes.
Hamilton City Council lowers speed limit near schools
Depending on the school's location, the speed limit is permanent or "variable".
Iconic Hamilton Gardens glasshouses to be removed
The glasshouses have been closed to the public since 2020.
'Somebody’s got to open that door': Concerns at decision to deny theatres' funding applications
Waikato Herald spoke to local arts advocates about what the cuts mean for the future.
The city opening NZ's biggest independent supermarket
The Hamilton West space has been vacant since Countdown moved out eight months ago.
How Waikato observed Anzac Day in words and pictures
“Our way of life and the freedoms we cherish are still at stake.”
Large crowds expected for Hamilton Anzac services
Large screens will be positioned at each end of Memorial Park.
What are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?
Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.
Black Caps and England to battle it out in Hamilton
The test match is expected to boost the local economy.
Volunteers plant 10,000 daffodils in a Hamilton park
Te Awamutu is next in line for a dose of daffodils.
From rat-infested tip to a thing of beauty: The story of Hamilton Gardens
Peter Sergel tells the history of the world-renowned attraction.
Life-sized T rex dinosaur features in new exhibition
Tyrannosaurus rex comes to life in a new exhibition at the Waikato Museum.
The Borrowers comes to Hamilton's Playbox
The Borrowers is a chance for young actors to showcase their talent.
Hamilton Zoo tiger cub names reflect connection to Sumatra
The names of the tiger cubs reflect a connection to wild Sumatra counterparts.
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