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Waikato teenager Jack Mathis was just a couple of hammer strokes away from becoming the top building apprentice in the country.
Unfortunately, the young apprentice had to settle for second at the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge national final| held in Hamilton over the… View moreWaikato teenager Jack Mathis was just a couple of hammer strokes away from becoming the top building apprentice in the country.
Unfortunately, the young apprentice had to settle for second at the New Zealand Certified Builders (NZCB) Apprentice Challenge national final| held in Hamilton over the weekend.
Did you hear about Mathis' results?
The farmer who found the burnt-out vehicle of Travis Langford has rung the missing man’s mother every day since.
He’s been “an absolute godsend,” Angela Grocott says - an example of the South Waikato community’s help during nearly five months of trying to find her son.
Whether they’re ordering a “pretty insane” amount of steak or bringing in a mechanical bull, Hamilton venues are preparing for a full-on Fieldays week.
With crowds set to descend upon Mystery Creek from Wednesday until Saturday, bars, pubs and restaurants are gearing up for an influx of … View moreWhether they’re ordering a “pretty insane” amount of steak or bringing in a mechanical bull, Hamilton venues are preparing for a full-on Fieldays week.
With crowds set to descend upon Mystery Creek from Wednesday until Saturday, bars, pubs and restaurants are gearing up for an influx of customers - whether its cockies or the “logistics and sales force” that comes with them.
What would you feed a bunch of farmers? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
There won’t be blood-letting, but everything else about the Medieval apothecary garden coming to Hamilton will be true to history.
It’s still months away from its February 2026 opening, but things are coming together for the latest addition to Hamilton Gardens’ enclosed gardens.
Are you… View moreThere won’t be blood-letting, but everything else about the Medieval apothecary garden coming to Hamilton will be true to history.
It’s still months away from its February 2026 opening, but things are coming together for the latest addition to Hamilton Gardens’ enclosed gardens.
Are you a Hamilton Gardens fan?
Real Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, … View moreReal Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, “unsuspecting victims are essentially being called out of the blue under a ruse”.
“The story changes slightly, but it will usually involve some sort of investigation and this ‘officer’ will report having located a valuable item of yours, such as a passport.
“He will need your help or ask for your personal information.
“The caller speaks with an English accent and provides a bogus ID number to the victim.”
If you receive a phone call such as this, Police advise the public to be extremely cautious.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says previous iterations of this scam has involved scammers asking people to withdraw cash as part of ‘an investigation’ or handing over bank details.
Police made several arrests last year over the scam.
“We strongly advise that you hang up,” he says.
“From time-to-time, Police officers may contact you as part of their genuine duties.
“It can be a bit surprising to receive a call unexpectantly, so stop and think if you get a far-fetched story shared down the telephone line.”
In the past week, Police have received reports from Kiwis on both islands, including: Warkworth, Riverhead, Royal Oak, Ngaruawahia and in the Clutha and Queenstown-Lakes districts.
“Fortunately, at this stage we are not aware of any victims losing money,” acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says.
“Those recipients have done the right thing and ended the call and reported it to the real Police.”
If you have received a similar call, please report this to Police online now or call 105.
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🚔Police will never ask for your bank details, pin numbers or banking log in.
🚔Police do not offer prize money
🚔 Police will never ask you to go to a bank and withdraw your own cash
🚔 Stop and think: If the call seems off, hang up and call 105 to verify the officer’s identity, or request a callback.
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
In the end, it wasn’t just bike parts or passion that kept Go Eco’s beloved Bike Hub running - it was old Hamilton parking meters, carried out by collectors.
“Some of them literally cradled the parking meter in their arm like a newborn baby,” laughed Jo Wrigley, chief executive of Go … View moreIn the end, it wasn’t just bike parts or passion that kept Go Eco’s beloved Bike Hub running - it was old Hamilton parking meters, carried out by collectors.
“Some of them literally cradled the parking meter in their arm like a newborn baby,” laughed Jo Wrigley, chief executive of Go Eco. “They’d ring their mates, and then their mate would show up and do the same.”
Waipā Mayor Susan O’Regan is not alone in objecting to the planned waste-to-energy plant at Te Awamutu - the vast majority of submitters also rejected the plans.
The proposed $200m-plus facility is expected to take about 480 tonnes of refuse a day, burning it to generate steam to turn into … View moreWaipā Mayor Susan O’Regan is not alone in objecting to the planned waste-to-energy plant at Te Awamutu - the vast majority of submitters also rejected the plans.
The proposed $200m-plus facility is expected to take about 480 tonnes of refuse a day, burning it to generate steam to turn into electrical power. Ahead of hearings on whether it should go ahead, the Waikato Times ran the rule over the 43-page Environmental Protection Authority submissions report.
Did you make a submission?
Pundits expect farmers to be “speaking with their wallets” and investing in big ticket items like tractors and utes at Fieldays.
The four-day agricultural event at Mystery Creek starts on Wednesday, and with strong export prices across the sector it’s expected to be a good one.
Are you … View morePundits expect farmers to be “speaking with their wallets” and investing in big ticket items like tractors and utes at Fieldays.
The four-day agricultural event at Mystery Creek starts on Wednesday, and with strong export prices across the sector it’s expected to be a good one.
Are you heading to Fieldays in 2025? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A $10,000 grant from a CCS Disability Action regional fund has helped 63 athletes, supporters and staff from Parafed Waikato attend the 2025 Halberg Games – an unforgettable experience that strengthened bonds and inspired a renewed passion for sport.
The support came from the Fund for CCS … View moreA $10,000 grant from a CCS Disability Action regional fund has helped 63 athletes, supporters and staff from Parafed Waikato attend the 2025 Halberg Games – an unforgettable experience that strengthened bonds and inspired a renewed passion for sport.
The support came from the Fund for CCS Disability Action Waikato, a philanthropic endowment fund at Momentum Waikato Community Foundation established and grown through generous bequests and donations from supporters in the region.
Whakatāne District Council plans to crack down on residents recycling mistakes with a "three-strikes" rule - contaminate your bin three times and you could lose it for three months.
The goal? Less landfill, more proper recycling.
The search for missing 25-year-old Travis Langford remains ongoing, nearly five months after he was last seen.
His vehicle was located burnt out on a Tolley Road farm in Ngaroma in January, and his dog was found in a nearby paddock the following day.
Police recovered personal items belonging to… View moreThe search for missing 25-year-old Travis Langford remains ongoing, nearly five months after he was last seen.
His vehicle was located burnt out on a Tolley Road farm in Ngaroma in January, and his dog was found in a nearby paddock the following day.
Police recovered personal items belonging to Travis near his vehicle, and the Eagle helicopter surveyed the area not long after his vehicle was found.
An alleged sighting of Travis was reported to Police around Waitangi weekend, where it was believed he was seen at Lake Waipapa, however Police have not been able to confirm whether this was Travis or not.
A further alleged sighting was reported on 2 March, however it was confirmed this was not Travis.
Travis’s family are grateful for all the information that has been provided since he went missing.
His family are continuing private searches, and Police would like to remind the public to stay alert and report any unusual activity or potential sightings of Travis to Police.
His appearance may have changed over the last five months. Travis did not have any tattoos, however he does have a dark heart-shaped birth mark, about 3cm wide, on the left side of his neck. He is a slim build and approximately 5’10” tall.
There are serious concerns for his wellbeing. Travis was known to be very wary of people, however possibly has help from outside sources if he is hiding somewhere remotely.
Police are asking everybody in the wider Waikato region to keep an eye out for a man matching the description of Travis, and report any potential sightings to Police.
Please contact 105 either over the phone or online, referencing file number 250119/4439.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Imagine walking through Hamilton’s Garden Place and being followed by a futuristic - and slightly Dalek-like - robot the size of a dining table, rolling beside you, recording everything you do, and ready to speak up if it spots trouble.
It might sound like a sci-fi movie, but Hamilton City … View moreImagine walking through Hamilton’s Garden Place and being followed by a futuristic - and slightly Dalek-like - robot the size of a dining table, rolling beside you, recording everything you do, and ready to speak up if it spots trouble.
It might sound like a sci-fi movie, but Hamilton City Councillor Ewan Wilson says it’s worth exploring as the city grapples with increasing drug use and antisocial behaviour in the CBD. “It’s an option,” he says. “Maybe it’s a discussion that we should have.”
What do you reckon? Yes or no to the robots? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A $300 million four-lane freight corridor at Ruakura Inland Port has passed a major milestone.
Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced funding for the next stage of development on Wednesday, saying it was “welcome news” that the project would progress to the design stage.
Do you drive … View moreA $300 million four-lane freight corridor at Ruakura Inland Port has passed a major milestone.
Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced funding for the next stage of development on Wednesday, saying it was “welcome news” that the project would progress to the design stage.
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