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Hamilton City Council Paper Plots Improved Course For Reform
Tuesday, 18 August 2026, 2:57 pm | Hamilton City Council
At its core is the case that NZ’s metropolitan areas require greater attention through the reform process, and that governance, funding and legislative settings should reflect their unique opportunities and challenges. More >>
Head Start Proposals Show Process Unsuitable For Many Cities
Friday, 14 August 2026, 5:41 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton Mayor Tim Macindoe says the Head Start proposals submitted reinforce Hamilton’s stance that “getting reform done is important, getting it right is non-negotiable”. More >>
New-Look Rates Notices On Their Way
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 4:58 pm | Hamilton City Council
The change follows the establishment of IAWAI – Flowing Waters, which became responsible for delivering water and wastewater services across Hamilton City and Waikato District from 1 July. More >>
Councillors To Reconsider Voting System Decision
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 4:25 pm | Hamilton City Council
The Notice of Motion, signed by six councillors, asks Council to reconsider last week’s decision to return to the First Past the Post (FPP) voting system for the 2028 election. More >>
Hamilton City Council Honours Community Excellence At 2026 Civic Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 2:12 pm | Hamilton City Council
Mayor Tim Macindoe said the Civic Awards are an important way for Hamilton City Council to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary efforts made by Hamiltonians, in service to the wellbeing of our communities. More >>
Professor Tom Roa CNZM JP Awarded Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal For Civic Service
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 1:12 pm | Hamilton City Council
For more than five decades, Professor Roa has championed te reo Maaori, enhanced understanding of tikanga Maaori, and enriched New Zealand's cultural and historical discourse through teaching, research, translation, governance & community engagement More >>
Signalised Intersection At Karewa Place Now Open
Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 11:13 am | Hamilton City Council
The signals will be switched on and the new road layout opened to the public from Wednesday 12 August 2026. The upgrade enables a right turn into Karewa Place from Wairere Drive (but not out of Karewa Place). More >>
Feedback Sought On Draft Reserve Management Plan
Tuesday, 11 August 2026, 4:23 pm | Hamilton City Council
Parks and Recreation Unit Director Maria Barrie said community feedback will play an important role in firming up the final plan. More >>
Pool Maintenance To Get Gallagher Aquatic Centre Summer-Ready
Monday, 10 August 2026, 2:09 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton Pools Business Development Director Makka Edwards said this work is an important investment in the long-term future of the facility. More >>
Hamilton To Return To First Past The Post Voting System
Friday, 7 August 2026, 2:32 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton used the Single Transferable Voting (STV) system in 2022 and 2025. More >>
Road Works And Closures
Friday, 7 August 2026, 1:22 pm | Hamilton City Council
Delays are expected on the following streets on Saturday 8 August from 2.45pm – 6pm for the NRL Warriors vs Knights game More >>
New Pedestrian Crossing For Peachgrove Road
Friday, 7 August 2026, 8:21 am | Hamilton City Council
“Councillors decided that the option approved today is a sensible and cost-effective solution to the key safety issues faced by users of this road,” said Mayor Tim Macindoe. More >>
Hamilton To Advocate For More Deliberate Approach To Reform
Friday, 7 August 2026, 7:42 am | Hamilton City Council
“Our decision to go for Backstop reflects councillors’ shared commitment to acting in the best interests of Hamilton. Civic leadership means resisting immediate but imperfect options to protect long-term public interest," said Mayor Tim Macindoe More >>
Double National Honour Puts Spotlight On Hamilton's Events Industry
Thursday, 6 August 2026, 4:52 pm | Hamilton City Council
The NZEA awards recognise excellence across New Zealand’s events sector and are regarded as the industry's most prestigious annual accolades. More >>
Metropolitan Issues Remain Front Of Mind For Hamilton’s Amalgamation Decision
Saturday, 1 August 2026, 5:07 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council will make a decision on its preferred pathway for local government reform next week, with the issues that have informed Hamilton’s long-held position on regional governance remaining the top priority. In May, central government announced ... More >>
Te Whare Taonga O Waikato Museum And Gallery To Host Nationally Significant Robin White Exhibitions
Friday, 31 July 2026, 4:46 pm | Hamilton City Council
Robin White: Tuituia | Something is Happening Here, a national touring exhibition from Te Papa, opens at Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum and Gallery this Saturday 1 August. More >>
Wellington Cannot Cherry-Pick Its Way To Savings
Friday, 31 July 2026, 3:05 pm | Hamilton City Council
An independent Deloitte review has already identified 330 excess roles and potential savings of up to $79 million. More >>
Final Piece Of Peacocke Infrastructure Completed
Tuesday, 28 July 2026, 1:04 pm | Hamilton City Council
Acting Mayor Geoff Taylor said the completion of Whatukooruru Drive is a significant milestone for both Peacocke and Hamilton. More >>
Community Groups Invited To Apply For Council Grant
Monday, 27 July 2026, 12:17 pm | Hamilton City Council
Open until Sunday 30 August, the grant is available to not-for-profit community organisations delivering activities, events, services and projects that contribute to wellbeing in Hamilton. More >>
Road Works And Closures - Friday 24 July
Friday, 24 July 2026, 1:45 pm | Hamilton City Council
Traffic management may be in place to make sure road users, including people on bikes and pedestrians, can navigate these areas safely while work is under way. Works and dates are subject to change based on factors More >>
