1971

• Waikato Rugby Union Golden Jubilee (50 years). Some of the founding players of the union are in attendance. Waikato celebrates the occasion with a 19-9 win over New Zealand Maori.
  

1972

• Waikato beats Australia 26-24.
  

1974

• Waikato beats Fiji 13-7.

1976

• National Provincial Championship is formed - Waikato are placed in Division Two.

1979

• Waikato beats France 18-15.