Right now, my work is focused on assessing geological hazards across vast expanses of the seafloor, encompassing volcanic activity and deposits, earthquakes, landslides, tsunamis, and just about everything else you could imagine. The learning curve…
Right now, my work is focused on assessing geological hazards across vast expanses of the seafloor, encompassing volcanic activity and deposits, earthquakes, landslides, tsunamis, and just about everything else you could imagine. The learning curve…
Testing by the operator of a waste recycling facility in Leamington has confirmed there was no asbestos deposited at the site, says Waipa District Council. The confirmation from the operator follows concerns raised last week…
Corey Steele is at a crossroads as uncertainty looms following the government’s decision to shut down the greyhound racing industry in New Zealand. The Te Awamutu-based third-generation trainer and Waikato Greyhound Racing vice president trains…
Ōtorohanga bee keeper Natalie Southgate persuaded her district council to tweak its Animal Nuisance Bylaw. A revised bylaw including guidance notes asking beekeepers to stop bees pooping on neighbours’ properties is being described by a…
The ‘I Am Me’ structured programme created in Cambridge to support women who are victim-survivors of family violence was introduced at a community forum in Te Awamutu last week. The programme pilot launched in Cambridge…
In his 40 years as sales manager for Winstone Wallboards, Cambridge’s David Philip drove an estimated three million kilometres in 32 company cars and spent over 2500 nights in hotels. What he failed to mention…
The wētā saved by – of all things – gorse – continue to multiply. Almost 200 Māhoenui giant wētā have been moved from their man-made breeding ground – the Ōtorohanga Kiwi House – to Sanctuary…
They may be facing off at the polls, but Yvonne Waho and Dale-Maree Morgan share a common goal – saving the Waipā Māori ward, which they say is essential for democracy in the district. Waho…
We asked the Waikato and Waipā mayoral candidates 10 questions. They included how they would cut “waste”, reforming their council, rates capping, transparency, community engagement, the role of local media and why they want to…
Hide your rubbish I’m a Hamilton resident who very much enjoys weekly visits to Cambridge and regards your small town as surely one of the prettiest destinations in New Zealand, save one aspect – the…
