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Cyclone Vaianu – What Hamilton Residents Need To Know

Saturday, 11 April 2026, 2:07 pm | Hamilton City Council

Hamilton City Council is urging residents to prepare now, with Cyclone Vaianu forecast to impact Hamilton from early Sunday 12 April and the most severe weather expected between midday and 4pm Sunday. Civil Defence has been activated and an Emergency ... More >>

Next Stage Of Morrinsville Road Upgrades About To Begin

Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 4:25 pm | Hamilton City Council

The construction of the roundabout is expected to be completed by June 2026, with the shared path between East Ridge Grove and the Waikato Expressway expected to be completed by August 2026. More >>

Hamilton City Council Brings Conversations To The Community

Thursday, 2 April 2026, 4:57 pm | Hamilton City Council

Sessions have been scheduled across a range of locations and times to make them accessible to as many Hamiltonians as possible. More >>

Have Your Say On TwoHours Free Parking And Hamilton Gardens Entry Price

Thursday, 2 April 2026, 4:45 pm | Hamilton City Council

Council is forecasting $68.8 million in revenue from all fees and charges in 2026/27, which would make up around 18% of its total revenue. More >>

Reduced Rates Increase Is A Step Closer For Hamiltonians

Thursday, 2 April 2026, 3:50 pm | Hamilton City Council

Across all of Council’s main metrics, the financial position presented in the Draft Annual Plan budget is improved compared to what was anticipated for Year 3 of the Long-Term Plan. More >>

Construction Of New Traffic Signals At Ulster Street And Maeroa Road Intersection Begins 7 April

Wednesday, 1 April 2026, 11:51 am | Hamilton City Council

Hamilton City Council's General Manager of Infrastructure and Assets, Kevin Strongman, says the improvements respond directly to safety concerns while improving access through the intersection. More >>

Emergency Repairs Underway On Gordonton Road Due To Damaged Stormwater Pipe

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 3:56 pm | Hamilton City Council

“We know this disruption is frustrating, especially for people who rely on Gordonton Road every day as part of their travel journeys,” says Kevin Strongman, Hamilton City Council’s General Manager of Infrastructure and Assets. More >>

Kerbside Collections To Run As Normal Over Easter And Anzac Day

Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 2:18 pm | Hamilton City Council

“We can reduce the amount we send to landfill by recycling the right things and making full use of our food scraps bins. Every item sorted correctly makes a difference," Wilson said. More >>

Fluoride System Paused For Up To Three Weeks

Friday, 27 March 2026, 3:28 pm | Hamilton City Council

Council’s Three Waters Unit Director Maire Porter said safe handling and storage of required chemicals is a key part of managing the city’s treatment plants. More >>

Hamilton City Council Reduces Proposed Rates Increase From 10.4% To 6.9%

Friday, 27 March 2026, 12:22 pm | Hamilton City Council

Hamilton City Council will consider a reduced rates increase for 2026/27, with a proposal by Mayor Tim Macindoe recommending an average rise of 6.9%, down from the planned 10.4% increase. In his Chair’s Report for the 2 April Council meeting, ... More >>

Lead The Way In Reducing Waste: Apply Now For Waste Minimisation Funding

Monday, 23 March 2026, 2:54 pm | Hamilton City Council

Calling All Waste Reduction Heroes More >>

Road Works And Closures

Friday, 20 March 2026, 2:31 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. More >>

New EcoFriendly Footpath Safeguards Lake Domain Drive Trees

Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 4:29 pm | Hamilton City Council

Councillor Sarah Thomson, Chair of the City Delivery Committee, said being able to upgrade footpaths while protecting mature trees is a huge win for our city. More >>

Hamilton Showcases Back-To-Back Major Event Capability

Monday, 16 March 2026, 3:51 pm | Hamilton City Council

Saturday's Homegrown festival drew visitors from across the country, with activity spreading well beyond Claudelands Oval as people moved through the central city throughout the day and into the evening. More >>

Keeping Glenview Flowing: Wastewater Upgrades To Prevent Overflows And Strengthen Existing Services

Monday, 16 March 2026, 1:16 pm | Hamilton City Council

This $9.9 million project, approved in the 2024–34 Long-Term Plan, is part of Council’s wider strategy to manage wastewater capacity and protect the Waikato River. More >>

Hamilton Is Ready For Homegrown. Are You?

Thursday, 12 March 2026, 9:58 am | Hamilton City Council

Jim Beam Homegrown will take over Claudelands Oval on 14 March 2026, bringing thousands of fans and more than 40 of Aotearoa’s best-loved artists across seven stages, with visitors travelling from across the country to be part of it. More >>

$137,000 Fund To Fuel Major Events Now Open

Wednesday, 11 March 2026, 4:32 pm | Hamilton City Council

Deputy Mayor and Chair of the Major Events Subcommittee Geoff Taylor said the fund plays an important role in keeping Hamilton’s event calendar strong. More >>

Getting To Jim Beam Homegrown: What You Need To Know

Tuesday, 10 March 2026, 3:46 pm | Hamilton City Council

With increased movement across the day, particularly between the CBD and Claudelands, a range of transport options and temporary traffic changes will be in place to help keep people moving safely and efficiently. More >>

Wellbeing “Triathlon” Coming To Hamilton Gardens This March

Tuesday, 10 March 2026, 9:58 am | Hamilton City Council

Wellathlon will run across two sessions on Saturday 21 March (5.45pm - 9pm) and Sunday 22 March (6.45am - 10am), set within the Enclosed Gardens and the Entry Precinct at Hamilton Gardens. More >>

Council To Open New Community Hub

Thursday, 5 March 2026, 3:55 pm | Hamilton City Council

Located next to Te Rapa Sportsdrome, the new hub will enable the non-profit group to expand its services and better meet the growing needs of the Hamilton community. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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