Too hot to handle: how to safely dispose of ash and charcoal this winter

There’s nothing quite like a cosy fire or a winter bonfire — until it’s time to deal with the...

Three councils unite behind Waihou–Piako–Coromandel unitary proposal

Hauraki, Matamata-Piako and Thames-Coromandel district councils have agreed to submit a joint...

Looking forward to the next 12 months

Payble $1,000 sign-up competition

Business Night Out - entries open now!

Bayleys Business Night Out returns 22 October 2026 at the Matamata-Piako Civic and...

Waikato Waters is coming soon - here’s what to expect

Waikato Waters is coming soon - here’s what to expect You may have heard that our drinking water...

Rates for 2026/27 - what it means for you

  Rates help fund the everyday services that keep our district running — from roads and footpaths...