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A couple of years ago, Kent Lean was at the New Plymouth racecourse, looking for a way into the industry.
Today, he's the inaugural winner of the PGG Wrightson Turf Emerging Racecourse Manager Award—a national honour recognising emerging talent in track management.
A former top Rotarian was disgusted to learn that the club’s legacy was disrespected by a petty thief.
Earlier this week members of the public noticed Rotary Club plaques from two benches around Hamilton’s Lake Rotoroa were missing.
Had you noticed something missing at the lake? Tell us … View moreA former top Rotarian was disgusted to learn that the club’s legacy was disrespected by a petty thief.
Earlier this week members of the public noticed Rotary Club plaques from two benches around Hamilton’s Lake Rotoroa were missing.
Had you noticed something missing at the lake? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Thanks to a generous gift, 730 Hectares in Kaituna Valley are now protected for everyone to enjoy
Four incredible donors have come together to gift 730 hectares of land in the Kaituna Valley to the nation — a multimillion-dollar contribution that will benefit generations to come.
This land,… View moreThanks to a generous gift, 730 Hectares in Kaituna Valley are now protected for everyone to enjoy
Four incredible donors have come together to gift 730 hectares of land in the Kaituna Valley to the nation — a multimillion-dollar contribution that will benefit generations to come.
This land, which has now been protected and opened to the public, forms part of a much larger conservation area — nearly 2,400 hectares stretching from sea level at Whakaraupō/Lyttelton Harbour, up to the Summit Walkway, and back down into the Kaituna Valley.
Once used for farming, the land has now been cleared of livestock, and pest control efforts are underway to help native plants and wildlife thrive. The goal? A richer, more diverse ecosystem that everyone can experience and be proud of.
This is a powerful example of how the actions of a few can have a huge impact. Thanks to their vision and generosity, a precious piece of our natural heritage is now protected.
Read more about the Massive win for conservation and recreation in the Kaituna.
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Whether it's pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet - if you're encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three $5000 Love to Dance grants up for grabs.
Click read more to nominate your … View moreWhether it's pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet - if you're encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three $5000 Love to Dance grants up for grabs.
Click read more to nominate your community dance group.
Applications close 31 August 2025.
Transform regular casement windows into elegant grid-style options that double as pretty shelving – perfect for those small, sun-loving plants. Find out how to transform your windows with these easy step by step instructions.
Kia ora neighbours. We're on the lookout for broccoli recipes! We will give away free copies of the October 2025 issue to readers whose broccoli recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite broccoli recipe to us, at: … View moreKia ora neighbours. We're on the lookout for broccoli recipes! We will give away free copies of the October 2025 issue to readers whose broccoli recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite broccoli recipe to us, at: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by August 15, 2025.
When Mel Jamieson takes on her first half-marathon, it’ll be the culmination of a journey that began with a broken back at a school camp.
The Hamilton woman has spent years enduring rehab and acupuncture to get ready for Saturday’s Run the Forest half-marathon through Rotorua’s geysers and… View moreWhen Mel Jamieson takes on her first half-marathon, it’ll be the culmination of a journey that began with a broken back at a school camp.
The Hamilton woman has spent years enduring rehab and acupuncture to get ready for Saturday’s Run the Forest half-marathon through Rotorua’s geysers and redwood forests.
Have you ever run a half marathon? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A Waikato doctor is taking up a top job with a national body representing GPs just as the Waikato Medical School is about to start training hundreds more.
And Dr Prabani Wood says its important the new school is also about “improving the conditions and recruitment and retention of rural health… View moreA Waikato doctor is taking up a top job with a national body representing GPs just as the Waikato Medical School is about to start training hundreds more.
And Dr Prabani Wood says its important the new school is also about “improving the conditions and recruitment and retention of rural health doctors”.
A car that ended up 100m down a steep gully left a winding west Waikato road and sailed right over a roadside fence without touching it.
The Ford sedan now sits, upright and intact but deep in a rugged hill-country paddock with its driver in serious condition in hospital after a dramatic rescue … View moreA car that ended up 100m down a steep gully left a winding west Waikato road and sailed right over a roadside fence without touching it.
The Ford sedan now sits, upright and intact but deep in a rugged hill-country paddock with its driver in serious condition in hospital after a dramatic rescue in failing light on Monday.
Does your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in … View moreDoes your home have a bright pink front door? Know a secret rainbow-coloured park bench? Is there art in your office that makes you smile every time you walk past it? If it's bright - we need to see it!
Bright Spots is back for a third year - a celebration of the crazy colourful places in our communities and homes. Share a pic today and you could win one of ten prize packages worth $500!
Need inspo? Check out the entries so far.
Homeless numbers in Hamilton have rocketed by more than 300% in just under a year, data from the Salvation Army reveals.
The staggering rise - between June 2024 and May 2025 - was revealed in their latest National Homelessness Data Project briefing for July 2025.
A shortage of people keen to stand for local government means 26 council and community board hopefuls will be elected unopposed.
Only two councils outside of Hamilton will be holding full elections in October, and one South Waikato councillor says she had to go door to door to find people to … View moreA shortage of people keen to stand for local government means 26 council and community board hopefuls will be elected unopposed.
Only two councils outside of Hamilton will be holding full elections in October, and one South Waikato councillor says she had to go door to door to find people to fill the Tīrau Community Board.
Would you ever stand for council? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Friday 15 & Saturday 16 August, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
International tourists will soon have to pay between $20 to $40 to experience Cathedral Cove and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Waikato-based tourism officials support the move, saying locals will welcome it if the money goes back into the places it came from - and visitors expect to pay.
… View moreInternational tourists will soon have to pay between $20 to $40 to experience Cathedral Cove and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Waikato-based tourism officials support the move, saying locals will welcome it if the money goes back into the places it came from - and visitors expect to pay.
What do you reckon about tourists paying to visit to NZ spots? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Join us for the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – our biggest fundraiser of the year!
By entering, you’re not only supporting local artists and creative wellbeing in Hamilton, but also giving your own artwork the opportunity to shine. Whether you're emerging or … View moreJoin us for the Arts for Health Annual Art Competition and Exhibition – our biggest fundraiser of the year!
By entering, you’re not only supporting local artists and creative wellbeing in Hamilton, but also giving your own artwork the opportunity to shine. Whether you're emerging or experienced, this is a great chance to develop your practice, connect with others, and share your creativity.
Submit your art at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
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