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A memorial stone honouring Brian and Rosemary Curle was unveiled at the Green Cathedral on the Lake Hakanoa Walkway on Saturday 26 September. Their family and the Huntly Outdoor Karioi Trust …

Waerenga School transitioning to a full primary has opened up so many opportunities for our Year 7 and 8 tamariki, and the AIMS Games is just one of those. On Sunday, …

The Huntly Museum is celebrating its first birthday at the historic Huntly Railway Station following its remarkable rebuild. One year after opening its doors in the restored building, the museum …

Waikato Electorate voters Party Vote Labour! Enrol to vote and bring your vote to the polling booth. Have your say at this election because every single person matters. Yes, rural communities …

The extra-ordinary “Head Start” Council meeting held 5 August 2026 had an unsurprising result.  The proposed Western Waikato Unitary Authority (“WWUA”) model, led by Waikato District Council and supported by Waipaa …

Waikato boasts an incredible environment, rich in diversity with beautiful landscapes and precious flora and fauna throughout the region, from native bats and birds to microscopic fungi.  Wonderful communities who live …

Te Kauwhata’s youngest players have had their first taste of basketball; the brainchild of a coach who admits his passion is not playing, but in coaching and nurturing enthusiasm for …

Te Kauwhata’s Girl Guides are not only following traditional guiding principles of building confidence and life skills with fun, adventure and friendship, but are also very much on point with …

The new season started at the beginning of September with the ceremonial FIRST Bowl being delivered by John Richardson the Clubs immediate-past President. Prior to that, the Club’s newest member …

Reflections on work, life, and the little things that make a difference This column reflects on everyday moments that sometimes reveal something more – finding meaning in ordinary experiences and making …

Spring arrived with September, temperatures started to rise and blossoms appeared on our fruit trees. Gardeners now look forward to growing the summer vegetables, especially the tomatoes cucumber and capsicum.  In …

Waikato District’s six public libraries are now certified Dementia Friendly, thanks to one library coordinator who wanted to make a difference. Ngaaruawaahia Library coordinator Cheryl Maskell first noticed some of her …

The old Civic Centre on Main Street, Huntly is getting a new lease on life as its lease has been secured for a brand new community art gallery. Being moved forward …

Winning the FMG Young Farmer of the Year title was a long-held dream for Waikato farmer Hugh Jackson. After first competing at 19 while studying at Massey University, Hugh finally claimed …

Raglan Arts Weekend (RAW) celebrates its 16th anniversary this Labour Weekend, inviting visitors to explore 48 studios showcasing more than 75 artists. The free, self-guided trail runs from Saturday 24 to …

A typical day at Te Whare Awhi is a mix of people, programmes, practical support and plenty of opportunities to connect. Food rescue is a regular part of the day, with whānau …

Across the Waikato region, community sporting facilities that once thrived as social and sporting hubs have faced mounting pressure, and are now only just surviving. Incorporated societies have lapsed, volunteering …