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A retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.
Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to … View moreA retired cardiologist who helped train generations of doctors says accommodating more medical students is not only doable, it is essential.
Cardiologist Clyde Wade said universities worried about the rising demand for clinical placements created by Waikato’s new medical school needed to “get over it and sort it out”.
Pirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.
Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this … View morePirongia farmer Tegan Hills is relieved to have a temporary bridge over the Ngakoaohia Stream to reconnect her with her community.
Construction crews have installed a temporary bridge near the Mangati Stream, south of Pirongia, after the original bridge was destroyed in flooding earlier this year.
The aim is to open the bridge to traffic and reconnect State Highway 39 between Pirongia and Otorohanga by the end of the week.
The popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.
Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell … View moreThe popular two hours free parking scheme could return to Hamilton CBD as the mayor looks to make good on an election promise.
Details on re-introducing the scheme could be announced by the end of the week, the Waikato Times understands.
Do you want two hours free in the CBD to come back? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
After a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.
Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for … View moreAfter a lifetime out on the hills with his dogs, north Waikato cockie Maurice Yearbury is as passionate about dog trialing as ever - although he’s worried about not enough young people share his passion.
Yearbury, 70, has been president of the Waikato Centre Sheep Dog Trial Association for about five years now and reckons the centre is struggling to bring in youngsters.
If you're looking for something to boast to your Wellington mates about, here it is.
Waikato shoppers spent more on their cards than those in Wellington for the fifth month in a row in February, a shift payments company Worldline says may signal a milestone in regional consumer spending … View moreIf you're looking for something to boast to your Wellington mates about, here it is.
Waikato shoppers spent more on their cards than those in Wellington for the fifth month in a row in February, a shift payments company Worldline says may signal a milestone in regional consumer spending patterns.
Chiefs star Etene Nanai-Seturo is the latest New Zealand rugby player to join the offshore exodus.
The electric outside back with the big left boot will leave for France at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season after signing a three-year deal with ASM Clermont Auvergne, it was confirmed on … View moreChiefs star Etene Nanai-Seturo is the latest New Zealand rugby player to join the offshore exodus.
The electric outside back with the big left boot will leave for France at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season after signing a three-year deal with ASM Clermont Auvergne, it was confirmed on Monday (NZ time).
As many as 25,000 music lovers rocked out at Hamilton’s Homegrown on Saturday, and event organiser Andrew Tuck said he’s already eyeing expansion plans for next year’s event.
The Waikato Times spoke to the Homegrown head honcho on Sunday as he helped dismantle the event stages after what … View moreAs many as 25,000 music lovers rocked out at Hamilton’s Homegrown on Saturday, and event organiser Andrew Tuck said he’s already eyeing expansion plans for next year’s event.
The Waikato Times spoke to the Homegrown head honcho on Sunday as he helped dismantle the event stages after what he said was one of the best Homegrowns he’d been part of.
Hamilton developer Matt Stark says he is in no rush to find a tenant for one of the city centre’s largest remaining development sites, as he searches for a major occupier for the former Federated Farmers block.
The Stark Property director outlined his vision for the Tristram and London Street … View moreHamilton developer Matt Stark says he is in no rush to find a tenant for one of the city centre’s largest remaining development sites, as he searches for a major occupier for the former Federated Farmers block.
The Stark Property director outlined his vision for the Tristram and London Street site - touted as one of the largest commercial land sales in the central city - to attendees on a behind the fence tour of their adjoining Fonterra office development on Thursday.
Who would you like to see in this building? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Punters came from far and wide to experience Kiwi music at Homegrown on Saturday.
The sun shone down on Claudelands for the festival as it made its return in a far bigger format after 18 years in Wellington.
Did you go to Homegrown? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't … View morePunters came from far and wide to experience Kiwi music at Homegrown on Saturday.
The sun shone down on Claudelands for the festival as it made its return in a far bigger format after 18 years in Wellington.
Did you go to Homegrown? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Brand new homes could get more expensive for some Waikato buyers who risk being slapped with a new tax to pay for water.
A new plan laying out how residents will pay for water services in Hamilton City and Waikato District effectively hikes the cost of owning a new-build home by $12,500.
A mass rescue of 21 people was among the many incidents during a dangerous summer at Raglan’s Ngarunui Beach.
More than one in ten patrol incidents throughout New Zealand took place in Raglan, where Surf Life Saving New Zealand has announced extended lifeguard coverage into autumn.
A 25- storey building intended to be iconic on Hamilton’s waterfront has hit delays, with the developers behind the project appearing to have little skin in the game.
Several people who spoke anonymously to the Waikato Times had doubts about the future of the project, while Hamilton City … View moreA 25- storey building intended to be iconic on Hamilton’s waterfront has hit delays, with the developers behind the project appearing to have little skin in the game.
Several people who spoke anonymously to the Waikato Times had doubts about the future of the project, while Hamilton City Council confirmed a resource consent application has not been lodged.
However, the developer behind the hotel said yesterday that it remained “fully confident in and committed to the project.”
The Post has been diving into our daily habits, and research suggests being an early bird or a night owl isn’t just a choice—it’s biology! We all have that specific time when our brains finally "click" into gear.
This raises a big question for the modern workplace. To get the … View moreThe Post has been diving into our daily habits, and research suggests being an early bird or a night owl isn’t just a choice—it’s biology! We all have that specific time when our brains finally "click" into gear.
This raises a big question for the modern workplace. To get the best out of everyone, should employers accommodate our natural body clocks? This idea is at the heart of the four-day work week and flexible scheduling movements.
We want to hear from you:
1. When does your brain "click" into gear?
2. Would a flexible (or shortened) schedule change the way you work?
Learn how to macrame! No prior experience required. Join us at this beginner friendly in-person workshop & create your own plant hanger + 2 keyrings to take home. All materials, incl. a ceramic pot supplied (but no plant).
22nd March 2026, 9:30 - 14:00
$60/pp
email to register: … View moreLearn how to macrame! No prior experience required. Join us at this beginner friendly in-person workshop & create your own plant hanger + 2 keyrings to take home. All materials, incl. a ceramic pot supplied (but no plant).
22nd March 2026, 9:30 - 14:00
$60/pp
email to register: craftaholix@outlook.com
Friday 20 & Saturday 21 March, 10am - 2pm.
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Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
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