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Hamilton Ready To Shine For Matariki
Tuesday, 16 June 2026, 1:19 pm | Hamilton City Council
Thousands are expected at Innes Common, Hamilton Lake on Friday 10 July for Hamilton’s fifth annual Maanawatia a Matariki festival, a free community celebration marking the rising of Matariki and Te Maatahi o te Tau, the Maaori New Year. More >>
Mayor Appoints Financial Think-Tank
Friday, 12 June 2026, 3:47 pm | Hamilton City Council
The Mayor’s ‘Financial Reference Group’ is an informal body with no decision-making authority. During his election campaign last year Macindoe said he would draw on external fiscal expertise. More >>
Help Shape Hamilton’s Head Start Proposal
Friday, 12 June 2026, 2:14 pm | Hamilton City Council
To help determine what goes into the proposal, Elected Members have developed a set of 10 decision-making principles. More >>
Road Works And Closures
Friday, 12 June 2026, 11:55 am | Hamilton City Council
To help manage congestion with increased traffic over Fieldays, Hamilton City Council has a temporary road works moratorium in place across parts of the city until Monday 15 June. More >>
Hamilton’s Most Ambitious Development In A Generation Set To Reshape City’s Skyline
Thursday, 11 June 2026, 3:33 pm | Hamilton City Council
Situated on Victoria Street beside the Waikato River, the $100 million-plus landmark tower will rise 25 levels, with a total gross floor area of approximately 25,000 square metres. More >>
Help Council Decide What To Do On Peachgrove Road
Monday, 8 June 2026, 2:29 pm | Hamilton City Council
Hamilton City Council wants the community to have their say on proposed transport improvements along Peachgrove Road, outside Hamilton Boys’ High School and Peachgrove Intermediate, following feedback from local residents and schools. This busy corridor ... More >>
Ready, Set, Grow: Hamilton’s Community Planting Series Begins
Thursday, 4 June 2026, 1:26 pm | Hamilton City Council
Council's Parks and Recreation Unit Director Maria Barrie said there are plenty of opportunities for Hamiltonians to get involved over the coming months. More >>
Two Hours' Free Parking Set To Return To Hamilton’s Central City
Friday, 29 May 2026, 3:33 pm | Hamilton City Council
Mayor Tim Macindoe said the decision reflects strong community support for the proposal to reinstate two hours free parking, during public consultation from 2 April to 3 May 2026. More >>
Council Backs Hillcrest Library Expansion
Friday, 29 May 2026, 2:29 pm | Hamilton City Council
The project, expected to be $5 million - $7 million, is significantly less and a more modest approach than the $16 million currently tagged for a Hillcrest Library upgrade in the 2029/2030 year of Council's current Long-Term Plan. More >>
Road Works And Closures
Friday, 29 May 2026, 2:24 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 such as wet weather More >>
Hamilton City Council To Pursue ‘Head Start’ Pathway For Local Government Reform
Friday, 29 May 2026, 10:02 am | Hamilton City Council
Any council that chooses not to submit a Head Start proposal, or has a proposal rejected by central government, will fall into the ‘Backstop’ process with limited ability to influence local government reform. More >>
Hamilton Gardens Fee To Rise, But Remains Free For Locals
Thursday, 28 May 2026, 2:01 pm | Hamilton City Council
The increase is expected to help offset the ongoing cost of maintaining and developing the Gardens, reducing the burden on ratepayers, while keeping the attraction accessible for locals. More >>
Board Appointments Strengthen New Waters Company
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:01 pm | Hamilton City Council
Board appointments are made by a nine-member IAWAI Forum made up of representatives of the shareholding councils and Waikato-Tainui. More >>
Kerbside Collections Remain The Same Over King’s Birthday
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 2:19 pm | Hamilton City Council
Recycling should be rinsed clean, free of food, and have lids removed. Residents can recycle lids at a participating supermarket or the Lincoln Street Resource Recovery Centre, or put them in the red rubbish bin. More >>
Jim Beam Homegrown Brings A Big Crowd And A Big Economic Boost To Hamilton
Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 8:18 am | Hamilton City Council
Sean Murray, Hamilton City Council General Manager Destinations, said the event delivered benefits far beyond the festival gates. More >>
Road Works And Closures
Friday, 15 May 2026, 12:10 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 >>
Morrinsville Road Roundabout Opens Early And Under Budget
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 3:50 pm | Hamilton City Council
The peanut-shaped roundabout, along with a new signalised pedestrian crossing and wide shared paths, was confirmed ready to open following a site visit and final review of remaining works this week. More >>
Council Backed Events Bring Sport, Culture And Crowds To Hamilton
Tuesday, 12 May 2026, 3:10 pm | Hamilton City Council
Deputy Mayor Geoff Taylor, chair of the Major Events Subcommittee, said the programme is full of exciting events delivering benefits for both the city and its residents. More >>
Resident Survey Shows Strong Satisfaction With Everyday Services And Neighbourhoods
Tuesday, 12 May 2026, 10:28 am | Hamilton City Council
The results largely reflect perceptions formed under the previous Council term, as the survey was undertaken in November 2025. More >>
Community Voices Heard Through Council In The Community Sessions
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 2:34 pm | Hamilton City Council
Elected Members also used sessions as a chance to talk with residents about The Mayor’s Plan 2025 - 2028, the reduced rates increases in the draft Annual Plan, and proposed changes to fees and charges for central city parking and Hamilton Gardens. More >>
