How many cops police Huntly?

Police are refusing to disclose how many full-time equivalent (FTE) cops are based in Huntly, citing concerns over crime prevention.

Figures released to Waikato Times under the Official Information Act shed light on Waikato’s police staffing gaps as of November 2025.

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6 days ago

Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?

Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?

76.3% Inside!

76.3% Complete
23.7% On top!

23.7% Complete

1123 votes

1 hour ago

What do you think of the new Waikato racing centre proposed for Tamahere?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Early plans for a new 164ha base for the Waikato’s horse racing industry have been revealed, which will include space for harness racing, a retirement village, a small commercial precinct and a residential lifestyle block.

A community information day was held at the Tamahere Community Hall on Sunday where locals and other interested parties got to see early versions of the master plan for Waikato Thoroughbred Racing’s (WTR) new racing and events centre to the south of Hamilton.

What do you think of the new Waikato racing centre proposed for Tamahere? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).