Waikato Herald
Waikato club rugby: Huskies undefeated since 2020
Some quality footy was played throughout the region on the weekend.
Latest from Matamata-Piako District
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Waikato farmer finalist in dairy women's award
Rachel Usmar is a finalist for the Dairy Women’s Network Regional Leader award.
Climate champions invite locals to regional cycling tour
The Climathon team will embark on a 350km cycle tour in the name of climate action.
Matamata hopes to see wheels turning
Matamata-Piako District Council wants to make walking and cycling safer.
Waikato councils adopt flood struck communities
Local councils joined an LGNZ campaign to support areas affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Waikato the place to be for Waitangi Day
Waikato Museum, Hamilton Gardens, Matamata-Piako mark day with events.
Flooding and slips close Raglan and Coromandel roads
The weather forecast yields hope for the rest of Waikato.
Matamata-Piako District water network strained by rain
The local council asks residents to conserve water, local roads closed.
Morrinsville people asked to conserve water
The local councol asked residents to continue using water for essential purposes only.
Waikato wāhine lead the way in local councils
There are five female-led councils in Waikato now compared to three last term.
Morrinsville: Meet the country town with a big town vibe
With Matamata and Te Aroha, it makes up one of NZ's most fertile farming areas.
Bardoul duo now both capped by Steamers
On retiring from rugby, Johan turned to teaching and hopes to become a professional coach.
Adrienne Wilcock wins Matamata-Piako mayoral race
Adrienne Wilcock is currently 123 votes ahead of Stu Husband.
LGNZ calls for independent review after low voter turnout
The group wants practical recommendations that are taken on board by the Government.
Counting under way for HCC's first STV election
Progress results are in for Matamata-Piako, South Waikato, Waipā, Taupō and Waitomo.
Hamilton's voter turnout lowest in Waikato
Otorohanga has the highest voter turnout in the region with 24.35 per cent.
Waikato cycleway among world's most picturesque
Adventure tour operator Explore Worldwide analysed which cycleway has most Instagram pics.
Matamata-Piako mayoral race a battle of the towns
The three mayoral candidates are from different parts of the district.
Defence Force gunner from Matamata marches in Queen's funeral procession
Reagen Powell, 18, was the youngest NZDF member to march at Queen's funeral in London.
MPs and farmers go head to head in John Luxton Memorial Match
Money raised supports young Māori from the local area into agricultural careers
Break in at Te Aroha community centre dampens celebration mood
The Future Te Aroha Centre celebrates its 21st birthday despite equipment being stolen.
Matamata-Piako applies for Three Waters Better-Off funding
The council says refusing to apply would be "cutting off our nose to spite our face".
Walk your way: anything from a stroll by a river to a hike up a mountain.
Plenty of options to choose from when the Waikato outdoors beckons.
Local elections 2022: Strong competition for Māori ward seats
Special Local Government NZ support programme will help first-time elected members.
Radius Care buying Matamata Country Lodge units and care home
The sale price of $17.1 million includes three neighbouring properties.
Local elections 2022: Meet the Waikato Candidates events
Find out where you can meet your local candidates and ask them the tough questions.
Know your local candidates before you vote
Figuring out who to vote for can be quite a big task but there are tools to help you.
Three Waters reform: Action group speaks to select committee
C4LD has spoken before the select committee on its Three Waters reform submission.
Matamata-Piako Māori Ward elected unopposed
Te Manawhenua Forum member Gary Thompson is the new Māori ward councillor.
Buy local, eat fresh at mighty Waikato farmers' markets
Buy local and eat fresh at mighty Waikato farmers' markets.