Year: 2023

Call to embrace hemp

Sarah Morcom June 17, 2023

The New Zealand Hemp Industries Association aims to support the development and growth of New Zealand’s hemp industry. Wintec |...

The Football Grind Doesn’t Stop

Jordan Sing June 15, 2023

“Come on Rachel, get it!” Completely locked into her game, number 15 doesn’t hear a single supporters’ cheer as she...

Alpacas bring joy to hard-working students

Sarah Morcom June 7, 2023

Two alpacas were spotted hanging out on the Village Green at the University of Waikato today. Wintec | Te Pūkenga...

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Kirikiriroa artist brings Samoan culture to No. 8 Wire National Art Award

Sarah Morcom June 4, 2023

Teuila Fatupaito was chosen as a finalist for the 2023 Fieldays No. 8 Wire National Art Award. Her piece was...

Ra Keelen: “I’ve been stereotyped so many times it’s not funny”

Sarah Morcom June 2, 2023

Ra Keelen is a Māori musician from Kirikiriroa Hamilton. Wintec | Te Pūkenga journalism student Sarah Morcom spoke to him...

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Creepy Cryptids: Kirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest 2023

Sarah Morcom May 30, 2023

The Kirikiriroa Hamilton Zinefest is fast approaching, and stallholders are excited to showcase their work. Wintec | Te Pūkenga Journalism...

Muslim women’s conference set to draw a crowd

Benji Allen May 30, 2023

National Coordinator for the Islamic Women's Council of New Zealand, Allyn “Aliya” Danzeisen believes it's almost time to pass on...

Back to the 80s Future: A fantastic night of retro sounds

Ronella Felizardo May 25, 2023

Reviewed by: Ronella Felizardo Neon-World-Order: The Promised 80s Future at Last Place, Kirikiriroa Hamilton Neon World Order was billed as...

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Māori health matters

Benji Allen May 19, 2023

Wellbeing Budget 2023 comes up shorthanded with renewed calls for free GP visits for Māori falling on deaf ears. Expert...

Young Frankenstein “hugely entertaining, a bit rude and a lot of fun.”

Cate Prestidge May 17, 2023

Reviewed by: Cate Prestidge Hamilton Musical Theatre (HMT) has produced another winner with entertaining Mel Brooks’ comedy, Young Frankenstein. The...

Fieldays celebrates 55th year this June

Cate Prestidge April 28, 2023

Fieldays, the Southern Hemisphere's largest agricultural event, is celebrating its 55th year with a return to its traditional winter calendar....

New gardens bring joy and productivity to rest home community

Sarah Morcom April 28, 2023

Alf Phillips is a resident of the Kimihia Rest Home, and he loves gardening. At 94 years, Alf doesn’t have...

Tuning in for Brave

Sarah Morcom April 21, 2023

Hamilton basement bar Nivara Lounge hosted a charity music event in support of Brave NZ last Friday. Wintec | Te...

The Waikato Independent reviews Joseph Howse’s The Girl in the Water

Benji Allen April 6, 2023

Winner of the 2023 Independent Press Award for Literary Fiction Finalist in the 2022 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year...

Wintec Apartments: cheaper than your average city rental

Gabriel Bowen April 5, 2023

Can't find any cheap rentals in the area? Look no further - Wintec Apartments is the place for you!! Student...

Growing Community: The Vital Role Kaicycle has in Fostering Abundance

Benji Allen April 5, 2023

Kaicycle Urban Farm is re-imagining farming practices in Te Whanganui-A-Tara Wellington but their work goes far beyond nutrient-dense kai. Kaicycle...