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'Dramatic' rates rises needed to balance Hamilton's books
Rates could increase by an average of 19.9 per cent in the 2024/25 financial year.
Hamilton City Council rejigs committee roles again
Former minister and Geoff Taylor join committees, deputy mayor appointed to new role.
Tiny bat rescued from a goldfish pond, ready to return to the wild after rehab
The native bat is being released back into the wild on March 12.
Tiny bat rescued from a goldfish pond, rehabilitated and given flying lessons
The native bat is expected to make a full recovery.
Hamilton's new luxury hotel 'great' news for Waikato
Tourism and business leaders are excited about the $120 million development in the CBD.
Foodstuffs to fund new intersection at site of future Pak’nSave Te Rapa
Hamilton City Council gave the project the green light this week.
Māori tradition brought to life in photos of marae gatherings
The Poukai tradition was introduced in 1885 by the son of the first Māori king.
'Disappointed': Hamilton City Council cancels 10 transport projects
The decision includes stopping four safety improvement projects at crossings near schools.
'Frustrating': Hamilton City Council's online flood mapping tool crashes after new data released
The new data identified 650 properties could have an average one metre of flooding.
Black Ferns set for Hamilton
The Black Ferns will start the Pacific Four Series in Hamilton.
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.
Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.
Big win for Macindoe in Hamilton East by-election
Former National Party MP Tim Macindoe is the new councillor for Hamilton East.
Apathy plagues turn-out for Hamilton East by-election
Time is running out to vote in the Hamilton East by-election.
Smart parking meters to replace old coin-operated machines in Hamilton
Two of the devices have been used successfully in Opoia Paa Carpark since 2022.
Waikato Anniversary Day? Not anytime soon
Local councils say they have more important priorities than a separate holiday.
Manu mana on show at Hamilton's Waterworld
The Hamilton heats of the Manu Champs last weekend were a success.
Getting from A to B in 2054: The future shape of Waikato transport
Waikato is expected to grow its population from 500,000 in 2018, to 615,000 in 2048.
What repealing Three Waters could mean for your rates
Adding hundreds of millions of dollars in costs and an urgent revision to previous budgets
Communities bring Waitangi to the Waikato
The Waikato marks the historic day with a number of community events.
Dad's growling stomach gets in the way of tiger cub gender reveal
The gender of two Sumatran tiger cubs born at Hamilton Zoo have been revealed.
He's running for council, but doesn't want your vote
The candidate has taken unusual measures to advocate for an important topic.
Hamilton City Council by-election to kick off this week
The by-election was sparked by the resignation of now Hamilton East MP Ryan Hamilton.
Hamilton City Council announces changes to recycling
Recycling changes across the country mean only plastic types 1,2 and 5 will be collected.
Hamilton tiger cubs turning into chunky monkeys
Hamilton Zoo's new additions have just turned a week old.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in June 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Borrow-a-cup scheme now part of Hamilton cafe culture
Single use coffee cups are being replaced by borrowed reusable ones.
Hamilton gets a little greener with completion of Mangaonua Gully project
New green space completed ahead of schedule.
Live ferrets feature in Hamilton Zoo display - possums and rats could follow
Ferrets are 'simply acting on their natural behaviour' but are deadly for native species.