The Huntly Volunteer Fire Brigade (HVFB) has returned home victorious after delivering an outstanding performance at the United Fire Brigades’ Association (UFBA) National Road Crash Rescue Challenge, held over three days beginning Thursday, June 11. Competing against 16 of the
Te Kauwhata Volunteer Fire Brigade took out Team of the Year honours, in a strongly contested category of the Volunteer Awards in Hamilton last week The teams category had the greatest number of entries (20) including the “Gardeners of Te
Photographer Lisa Kay has opened a new gallery and gift shop in Rangiriri, showcasing her landscape, animal and creative photography alongside work by other New Zealand artists. The space brings a long-held dream to life and offers visitors a welcoming
A pioneer in MIDI technology and a pillar in introducing the technology to Waikato musicians, Mike Lynch has witnessed revolution and evolution alike in the Waikato world of music. Lynch, a working musician in Huntly for several decades now, began at
Healthcare, running water, electricity and sealed roads are all things you take for granted in New Zealand – Waikato soldier Major Dylan Wright says South Sudan is nothing like that. Major Wright has just completed a nine-month deployment to Operation
The latest project for Huntly Museum captures the lives of Huntly identities in their own words, highlighting the struggles, triumphs and humour of daily life in an era that is passing into history. Interviews with past editor of Huntly Press
Te Whare Taonga o Raahui Pookeka Huntly Museum has proudly launched a new initiative with the appointment of its first Rangatahi Ambassadors. The inaugural group of Museum Ambassadors — Manaia Vaka, Sam Newman, Emmanuel Marshall Hoeta and Adrian Narcilla, all
As one of the community representatives on the Whangamarino and Lake Waikare working group I wanted to provide an update from the community perspective. I am a long-time resident in the village, previous chair of the Te Kauwhata Community (ending
The Waikato is synonymous with farming and in June hosted yet another epic Fieldays. We chatted to a couple of local farmers about the good, bad and hopefully not too ugly. Jimmy Cleaver farms just north west of Te Kauwhata
On Tuesday 2 June 2026 members of this Branch, along with guests, met at the “Woodlands” Historic Homestead where two beds of “Rural Women” roses developed especially to celebrate the centenary along with the plaque which was made and donated
Over two days on 16–17 June, Te Whare Awhi hosted a Learner Licence Programme for local rangatahi taking their first step towards gaining a driver licence. The programme provided participants with support to learn the New Zealand Road Code, prepare
Te Kauwhata Performance Project (TKPP) is a collaborative project designed to engage people in our community who have a story to tell, who enjoy performing, or perhaps have a knack for writing, design or technology. It is an opportunity to
On Wednesday 17 June 2026, a beautiful display of wool blankets and other knitted goods was held at St Margaret’s Church Hall, Te Kauwhata. Many people have been busy knitting and crocheting during the year to support this project, which
June is AGM month and annual prizegiving time for TKBC. Welcome to the five new members who have joined the Board, and congratulations to the prizewinners, with lots of new faces in the Championship line-up. The Club Championship Singles winners
Te Kauwhata College’s 2026 student leaders share what leadership means to them, the experiences shaping their final year and their hopes for life beyond school. Can you please introduce yourself to the wider community? Kia ora koutou katoa Ko Tainui
Te Kauwhata Community House loans a wide range of medical and mobility equipment to community members living in Te Kauwhata & Districts. Walkers, wheel chairs, shower stools, commodes and more can provide short term assistance to people recovering from illness
Reflections on work, life, and the little things that make a difference This column reflects on the small patterns and quiet shifts that shape our everyday lives – uncovering meaning in ordinary moments. It doesn’t claim to offer answers but
July in Aotearoa finds people in a celebratory mood. It is around this time that Matariki rises in the night sky and marks the Maaori New Year. Many celebrate with displays of Maaori performing and visual arts, kite flying and
At just 11 years old, Amelia de Thierry is already making a big name for herself in the world of BMX racing. With determination, talent, and a packed racing schedule, Amelia has been competing at the highest levels both in
Huntly has lost one of its brightest lights with the passing of beloved entertainer and proud local daughter, Jools Topp. Born and raised in Huntly, Jools alongside her twin sister Lynda, became one half of the iconic Topp Twins, bringing
A new campground is in the works for Huntly as the long anticipated Kimihia Lake development is checking more and more boxes off their project plan The project, which includes filling the Kimihia open cast mine with fresh water to re-form
Huntly’s Spencer Flooring Ltd has been recognised at the annual Flooring Industry Apprentice Awards, winning three major awards at this year’s event. The business received the 2025 Wayne Young Employers Award, while two of its apprentices, Ryder Brown and Christian
He’s one of the most well-known figures in the North Waikato, but what’s behind the sharp suit and empathetic manner? The Chatter asked Bryce Mounsey to let us know a little more about the man behind the image You’re well
Te Whare Taonga o Raahui Pookeka Huntly Museum has received funding from Matariki Ki Waikato to bring exciting Matariki events to the Huntly. The first event will be on Matariki Day and the museum will be gold coin entry for
