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18 days ago

Waikato Supper Club raises $231,000 for Ronald McDonald House families

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Bespoke menus, dinner at the zoo, and over $200,000 fundraised for Ronald McDonald House Charities - for Waikato Supper Club guests, Wednesday evening was a night out to remember.

The 440 guests who attended the event helped raise funds to support Ronald McDonald House Charities in providing … View more
Bespoke menus, dinner at the zoo, and over $200,000 fundraised for Ronald McDonald House Charities - for Waikato Supper Club guests, Wednesday evening was a night out to remember.

The 440 guests who attended the event helped raise funds to support Ronald McDonald House Charities in providing accommodation to families with a child in hospital.

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18 days ago

Why Chiefs lock Seuseu Naitoa Ah Kuoi is sporting new name in 2026 Super Rugby Pacific

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Seuseu Naitoa Ah Kuoi couldn’t have wished for a more fitting opponent for his first start of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

The experienced Chiefs lock is back in the run-on side for Friday night’s round-four clash against Moana Pasifika in Hamilton - and now sporting the Samoan matai … View more
Seuseu Naitoa Ah Kuoi couldn’t have wished for a more fitting opponent for his first start of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

The experienced Chiefs lock is back in the run-on side for Friday night’s round-four clash against Moana Pasifika in Hamilton - and now sporting the Samoan matai title of ‘Seuseu’ in front of his first name.

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18 days ago

Cruelty of life under Ayatollah’s regime, hope for the future, reflected in Iranian artist’s work

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The same night Roya Feyz was awarded a top prize in a major competition for an artwork reflecting the horrors of life in her native Iran, US bombs began falling on the country.

It’s a coincidence that is not lost on Feyz, who was in Hamilton to accept the Merit in Painting award on Saturday … View more
The same night Roya Feyz was awarded a top prize in a major competition for an artwork reflecting the horrors of life in her native Iran, US bombs began falling on the country.

It’s a coincidence that is not lost on Feyz, who was in Hamilton to accept the Merit in Painting award on Saturday night at the New Zealand Painting and Printmaking Awards.

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18 days ago

Resilience • Resistance • Remembrance

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

20 March - 17 April 2026
This exhibition shares powerful stories from the 1863–64 British invasion of the Waikato—an event that reshaped the people, lands, and future of the region now known as the Waipā district. Through these stories, visitors are invited to explore how communities endured … View more
20 March - 17 April 2026
This exhibition shares powerful stories from the 1863–64 British invasion of the Waikato—an event that reshaped the people, lands, and future of the region now known as the Waipā district. Through these stories, visitors are invited to explore how communities endured profound disruption, showed extraordinary resilience, and carried their histories forward with courage and dignity.

A key part of this exhibition highlights how a small group of students from Ōtorohanga High School sparked nationwide change by calling for greater recognition of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Māori history in schools. Their efforts led to a significant shift in how the country learns about its past, underscoring the ongoing need for education, dialogue, and remembrance.

This exhibition encourages visitors to reflect, engage, and consider how understanding history strengthens our communities today.

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19 days ago

Damian McKenzie returns to Chiefs side for Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

From dad duty to father figure for Damian McKenzie.

The (somewhat) rested-up Chiefs and All Blacks playmaker will make his return from paternity leave and lace the boots up for the first time this season in Friday night’s Super Rugby Pacific clash against Moana Pasifika in Hamilton.

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19 days ago

Free Online Course on Using ChatGPT

Ganga from Ngaruawahia

If you operate a small business (be it registered or not), or have a side hustle that you are building, or have a serious hobby that you'd like to turn into something that can generate earnings, this free course will help you get there faster. I’m running a 12-week online programme to help … View moreIf you operate a small business (be it registered or not), or have a side hustle that you are building, or have a serious hobby that you'd like to turn into something that can generate earnings, this free course will help you get there faster. I’m running a 12-week online programme to help early-stage business owners and hobbyists build structure, clarity and confidence using ChatGPT as a practical assistant. Feel free to ask questions in the comments or head on to www.tinyurl.com... and register. The course is free and starts next Thursday with 2 timeslots available, 10.30am-12pm OR 6pm-7.30pm.

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19 days ago

Raglan church eyes CBD site for 300-person venue and public parking

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A central Raglan car park could soon become home to a new church and community venue.

Surfside Church is eyeing a site in the CBD of the laid-back beach town for a 300-person venue — and says it needs a steer from the community board.

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19 days ago

Hamilton woman fights for 21-year rates refund after council admits mistake

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A pilates studio owner whose rates were overcharged for 21 years is fighting to get the money refunded by the city council.

Progressive Pilates owner Sonia Lidington estimated she had paid an extra $20,000 over the years, but Hamilton City Council has said it can only refund her $7416.

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19 days ago

Poll: Do you know someone affected by this?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Family members caring for loved ones with dementia are having to book up to a year in advance for a day off as a crisis hits respite care availability across the Waikato.

Carers with no options to take a break are left facing a breakdown themselves, says one advocate.

Do you know someone … View more
Family members caring for loved ones with dementia are having to book up to a year in advance for a day off as a crisis hits respite care availability across the Waikato.

Carers with no options to take a break are left facing a breakdown themselves, says one advocate.

Do you know someone affected by this? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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20 days ago

Bakery rave trend comes to Hamilton

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

An early-morning bakery rave, complete with DJs, dancing, coffee and pastries, is set to take over Riverbank Lane this Saturday.

Rudi’s Bakehouse is swapping bright lights for the Hamilton sunrise and alcohol for espresso as it hosts what it believes to be one of the city’s first “bakery … View more
An early-morning bakery rave, complete with DJs, dancing, coffee and pastries, is set to take over Riverbank Lane this Saturday.

Rudi’s Bakehouse is swapping bright lights for the Hamilton sunrise and alcohol for espresso as it hosts what it believes to be one of the city’s first “bakery raves”.

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20 days ago

Get up to $30,000 back* with your new home

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village by 31 March 2026 and receive a $30,000 credit on settlement or sign up to a serviced apartment and receive a $10,000 credit on settlement*.

Imagine a new smart TV, your next getaway or furniture for your new home. … View more
Sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village by 31 March 2026 and receive a $30,000 credit on settlement or sign up to a serviced apartment and receive a $10,000 credit on settlement*.

Imagine a new smart TV, your next getaway or furniture for your new home. With more money staying in your pocket, it’s yours to spend!

Discover the lifestyle that awaits.

*Participating villages only, Terms and conditions apply.

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22 days ago

Seven the magic number for Ruakura Superhub warehouse project

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

It’s not quite the seven wonders of the ancient world, but the seven warehouses of the Ruakura Superhub are promising big things.

The new addition close by the inland port on the outskirts of the city will augment the numerous multi-million dollar investments already there.

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20 days ago

Bestsellers: Storyteller Eatery & Bar, 221 Mahoe Street, Te Awamutu

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Storyteller Eatery & Bar is more than just a business for co-owner Bridie Osborne, it’s about continuing her family’s legacy of sharing stories.

It’s all about the people for her, whether that’s having a great team around her or chatting to customers, which is where the Te Awamutu … View more
Storyteller Eatery & Bar is more than just a business for co-owner Bridie Osborne, it’s about continuing her family’s legacy of sharing stories.

It’s all about the people for her, whether that’s having a great team around her or chatting to customers, which is where the Te Awamutu eatery’s name comes from.

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20 days ago

Raglan bath business makes a splash after co-founder defies cancer odds

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

When Anthony Belle found out he had two aggressive cancers and a year to live, he went to his workshop, picked up his tools and set out to perfect the humble outdoor bath.

A year on from his initial diagnosis, both cancers are in remission and what started as a project to keep his hands busy has… View more
When Anthony Belle found out he had two aggressive cancers and a year to live, he went to his workshop, picked up his tools and set out to perfect the humble outdoor bath.

A year on from his initial diagnosis, both cancers are in remission and what started as a project to keep his hands busy has culminated in Raglan-based Star Baths.

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20 days ago

What do you reckon about this news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Dave Rennie will be the next All Blacks coach.

New Zealand Rugby confirmed on Wednesday morning that Rennie, 62, had beaten Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph to the job.

What do you reckon about this news? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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