Have you heard Hamilton's winning teen muso play?
Guitarist Sean Lurman has won a collection of gold medals at an event described as a "talent Olympics".
The 16-year-old dreams of making the big time and playing to concerts around the world, and recently competed at the World Championships of Performing Arts in Los Angeles.
Have you heard him playing in the Waikato?
Best way to use leftovers?
I'm sure you've got some excess ham at home or cold roast potatoes.
What are some of your favourite ways to use leftover food from Christmas day? Share below.
What events have stood out for you this year?
It was another big year for the region’s number one news outlet the Waikato Times. From man-hunts to monarchs new and old, rates rises, international flights, hobbits, councillors behaving badly and almost everything in between, Matthew Martin's article takes you back through the news that captured the region during the first half of the year.
What events have stood out for you this year - either in your life or in the news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).