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The early rounds of the 1994 Lion Red Cup proved highly resourceful for the Waikato Country Fare Cougars — played eight, won eight. The Round 1 encounter was originally scheduled for …

Reflections on work, life, and the little things that make a difference This column explores the quiet patterns that shape our days – unpacking ordinary moments to find shared meaning. It …

Our first meeting of 2026 was full of energy, as members enjoyed catching up with each other’s news. The sales table was very generous, helping to keep our financial report healthy, …

Te Kauwhata resident and environmental scientist Liz Tupuhi leads the charge for a cleaner Lake Waikare and Whangamarino wetlands.  Here’s what drives her- and what you can do to help. Our …

One of the quiet privileges of working in local media is seeing what happens after a story is published.  Following the article in the 28 January edition of Chatter about Rick …

The Chatter chats with Kamal and Mandeep, the owners of Breaking Bread Café in Ngāruawāhia, about their journey into café ownership as well as  their passion for food and community. When …

Following the popularity of the Bowling Club’s 2025 Twilight event, an additional series has been scheduled this year. On Tuesday and Friday evenings, the Club on Waerenga Road is bustling with …

After four years of vision, collaboration and community effort, Lakeside in Te Kauwhata is set to celebrate the official opening of its new Matariki-themed playground on Saturday 21 February, from …

Hapori Whānau Classes are returning this February and March, offering a warm, supportive space for parents and caregivers to build confidence, share experiences, and gain practical tools to support whānau …

Waikato is dipped near head to toe in paint and this month the Huntly community will get their chance to add to the canvas. The growing mural collection stretching across the …

The first Sunday in March is celebrated as Children’s Day all across the country. Te Kauwhata has been celebrating our local kids with a free family event named Splash’n Dash, …

Te Kauwhata’s annual street basketball event is back in 2026 but at a new time and location. Avoid the hot sun and join us on the evening of Friday 13 …

Prior to the introduction of the new kaupapa known as the Lion Red Cup, Waikato representative teams were selected from North v South, Māori v Pākehā, or Married v Singles …

Word gets around. And sometimes, it gets around faster than the truth can catch up. A while ago, I was preparing to run a course for a local group in the …

It’s not ok to have roaming dogs in our communities. While some may seem friendly and harmless, roaming dogs can be dangerous to themselves, other people, and the environment.  Dogs roam …

Waikato District Council welcomes the announcement that Raglan will host a stop on the World Surf League Championship Tour in May 2026.  The New Zealand Pro event will take place at …

The Huntly Bowling Club held its February tournament on Thursday 5 February, welcoming teams from Taupiri, Te Kauwhata, Papakura, Morrinsville, Beerescourt, Raglan and the Morrinsville RSA, along with seven teams …

The Chatter chats to Paul and Jeni, the new owners of Rangiriri Ice Cream. Paul and Jeni have been bringing unique family events to Kiwis for over 15 years and have …