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‘Incredibly distressing’: Doctor worries old disease is making NZ comeback
Painful bone growth disorder appears to making a mysterious resurgence among NZ children.
Dogs stuck on river sandbank saved by eagle-eyed local and waka ama crew
The wandering dogs probably ran from attacking wasps to become stranded.
Hunter-turned-Army recruit recognised as top shot
Luke Hartnell recently completed a New Zealand Army Reserve Force recruit course.
Joy of Waikato orca sightings dampened by concerning behaviour
There were several orca sightings in the Waikato this month.
Work to start on NZ's biggest solar farm in 2025
It would create enough power to supply the equivalent of about 35,000 homes.
Truck roll in Waikato dislodges powerline, SH30 in Benneydale blocked
The road is expected to be blocked for the next one to two hours.
Search resumes for person seen struggling in Waikato River near Cambridge
At this stage, it is unconfirmed how the person came to be in the river.
Maritime NZ to investigate fatal jetski incident
It comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.
'Not sustainable': Tauranga worker would earn extra $30k for same job in Hamilton
'We do the same job as the Te Whatu Ora labs, but we’re paid significantly less.'
‘I’m so broken’: Family’s grief after car crashes into Fonterra truck, killing young couple
The man has pleaded not guilty and will keep his name a secret for now.
Police searching for wanted man, Daaron Wilson, in Hamilton and Huntly areas
Police believe he is in the Huntly or Hamilton area.
Four people flown to hospital by helicopter after Napier-Taupō Rd crash
Three rescue helicopters, one each from Taupō, Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne, responded.
'More than mining': student showcases Waihi's history aside from gold
'A lot of students my age take this place for granted and can’t wait to move away.'
'Wanted for years': Australian child physical therapy service to open NZ clinic
'Hundreds' of NZ families have travelled to Australia for intensive therapy.
Summer Concert Tour shines through storms in Coromandel
Cold Chisel, Icehouse, Bic Runga, and Everclear played in Whitianga on the weekend.
'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boost
The Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.
Watch: ‘Unforgettable’ - orca pod stuns surfers with close encounter
'Time just froze as it glided past. You can’t explain the feeling.'
Orcas stun surfers at Sunset Beach, Port Waikato
Surfers at a popular beach in the Waikato had an unforgettable encounter on Saturday when they were joined in the waves by a pod of playful orca whales. Video / Supplied
‘Inappropriate’: Young girls on stage for raunchy Savage Soundsplash show
A concerned attendee said Savage sang edgy lyrics while young girls were on stage.
'I would be scared 24/7': Hindu priest convicted for gouging woman's eyes, other assaults
Jainesh Prasad now risks being deported from New Zealand.
Have you seen missing woman Gracie?
Police say Gracie was last seen on January 17 around Fairmont St, Ngāruawāhia.
Where Auckland rents rose the fastest in 2024
Viewing and listings may be picking up after 'subdued activity' late last year.
'Upsetting': Police appeal for witnesses after serious Waikato crash
Police said support services will be available for those first on the scene.
Watch: Logs fly after trailer dramatically detaches on highway
The video shows cars swerving to avoid flying timber and debris.
Sexual assault probe at popular music festival for teens
A festivalgoer told the Herald he woke up and noticed detectives around a taped-off tent.