Innovative app launches at Fieldays
A free app has been created for this year’s Fieldays. The app uses iBeacon technology and allows users to see...
Drone company flying high
Just outside Newcastle in Australia, near some of the pylons and high voltage lines that deliver power to the city,...
Onyx Studio to develop young, local theatre talent
Veteran thespians and acting teachers Brendan West and Louise Drummond at Hamilton's Meteor Theatre. A career treading the boards may...
New induction system introduced to Fieldays
Fieldays exhibitors setting up their sites have faced an extra hurdle this year, as inductions have been introduced to meet...
Hamilton East School stands tall in art exhibition
STANDING TALL: The redwood tree that resembles the one in the centre of the school. Photo Chantel Strydom Hamilton East...
Uruguay and Mali settle for a draw in final group match of the FIFA U-20 World Cup
Uruguay has survived an onslaught from a spirited Mali side and progress to the knockout stages of the FIFA U-20...
Senegal win in dominant performance
Goals from Alhassane Sylla and Moussa Kone were enough to see Senegal win 2-1 and take the three points from...
New mum bins junk food for cause
Kiwis are being urged to ditch a favourite junk food for a month to help fight cancer. The Cancer Society...
Pilot gallery wants to fly higher
PILOT'S MAIN PILOT: Karl Bayly is pleased with the result of the gallery's artworks sale. Photo: Chris Davis Hamilton...
Wintec grad wins top student at Canon Media Awards
The School of Media Arts journalism course has maintained its stellar hit rate at the Canon Media Awards, with graduate Don...
Younger generation losing te reo Māori
Fewer young Māori are speaking te reo – fuelling fears for the language’s survival. The number of te reo Māori...
Teachers check out Whitiora Primary
LOTS OF LEARNING: Making the most of their space with interactive learning. Photo: Supplied. Teachers are flocking to Whitiora Primary...
Thames woman overcomes fear of using a chainsaw
Thames woman Sue Darwall, had to overcome her fear of using a chainsaw when she signed up for a horticulture...
Māori need invitation or occasion to visit home marae – study
No invitation or occasion is the main reason some Māori do not want to go to their ancestral marae...
Male gamers break stereotypical image
NOT YOUR STEREOTYPICAL GAMER: Justin Cullingworth makes sure he steps away from the game to exercise. Photo: Christopher Reive. Cans...
Scallywags and Munchkins market fills gap for pre-loved childrens’ items
MARKET FAMILY: Market creator Nicole Joyce with husband Michaeland children Carys, 7, Finn, 5, Isla, 8 and Aidan, 2. Photo:...
Judging goes down to the wire
Judge: Tony Nicholls Photo: Geoff Ridder With Fieldays fast approaching all entries for this year’s No. 8 Wire art competition...
Fraser High School Pasifika group play to beat of their own drum
POLY PRIDE: The Fraser High School Pasifika Group performing their Tongan section at the Pasifika by Nature competition. Photo: Samuel...
Pukete Neighbourhood House team leader hopes to win grand prize
ANCHOR FAMILIES: Nicole McLean (left), Greg van de Worp, Trinity McDonald-Wilson, Geordie Humby, and Sophie Burns tucking in to their...
Uni students promote Smokefree Waikato with cinema under the stars
UNI STUDENTS: Monica Helbano (left), Danielle Bullock, Kara Burley, Niki Jong, Savahna Watson and Logan Joblin at Garden Place planning...
Supermarket causes traffic concerns
A $23-million supermarket planned for one of Hamilton’s busiest roads is causing concern over traffic safety for nearby residents. Countdown's...
Frankton café to raise money for charity through music
Café Agora will be hosting a live music event this Friday night, with the bulk of the proceeds going to...
CBD missed chance during Cricket World Cup, says deputy mayor
Minimal Hamilton central retail involvement during the ICC Cricket World Cup has left Hamilton's deputy mayor disappointed. The 2015 Cricket...