Waikato HeraldFrom rates to dates? Councils’ Valentine’s Day post delights localsRotorua Lakes Council's cheeky 'shot' drew more than 1500 likes and 150 comments.16 Feb 10:19 PM
Waikato HeraldBusiness in the front, party in the back: What makes a mighty mullet?Cooper Burnett plans to donate his much-loved mullet to a cancer charity when he cuts it.16 Feb 04:22 PM
Waikato HeraldArchie the apprentice finds his farming feetThe 17-year-old is in his second year of the three-year Pāmu apprenticeship scheme.16 Feb 02:47 AM
Waikato HeraldBusinesses face hard times in months following Tongariro fireBusinesses now pin hopes on heavy winter snow on Mt Ruapehu to recover.15 Feb 08:44 PM
Waikato HeraldThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe'I am there to do a good job for those grieving families.'14 Feb 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldInvestor proposal to return Chateau Tongariro to hotel status should be considered - mayor12 Feb 10:11 PM
Waikato HeraldTourism boost: Hamilton becomes international gateway to central North Island11 Feb 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC investigates after Tongariro shuttle operator allegedly puts hikers on track in dangerous weatherDoC said it will cancel concessions if operators 'knowingly and repeatedly' breach rules.11 Feb 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTeen skipper who survived boat fire given warning instead of fineThe 14-year-old skipper was operating the boat alone, despite an age ban.11 Feb 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMechanical failures delayed school fire response, union saysA back-up aerial unit took nearly two hours to reach the scene.09 Feb 06:00 AM
Waikato Herald"Not just a shed fire’: Blaze devastates Taupō-nui-a-Tia CollegeTaylor said the council has made multiple offers of support to the college.09 Feb 04:47 AM
Waikato HeraldStriking nurses swap uniforms for T-shirtsTaupō district nurses say they are short of about six staff.08 Feb 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo youths charged with arson after ‘devastating’ blaze at Taupō collegeThe principal of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College says it will be closed for the next two days.08 Feb 06:41 PM
Waikato HeraldExplosions heard from 'huge' Taupō school fire, crews scrambled on roof to douse flamesNearby residents were warned to keep windows and doors closed due to billowing smoke.08 Feb 04:55 AM
Waikato HeraldJohn Sax unveils $900m plan for Kinloch golf resortUp to 20 luxury villas and 178 residential sections are slated for sale.08 Feb 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMotocross mission: NZ women’s team named for Oceania title tiltThe Wonthaggi event runs on March 21-22, with three races for women riders.04 Feb 09:45 PM
Waikato HeraldSpike in Taupō fishery offences prompts rules reminderRangers recorded 40 offences this summer, nearly four times the prior peak.04 Feb 08:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Well involved': Crews tackle late-night Taupō commercial fireFire crews spent nearly three hours bringing the blaze under control.03 Feb 06:55 PM
Waikato HeraldMajor North Island highway set for three weeks of overnight closuresDrivers on the SH41–SH47–SH4–SH49 detour should allow about 35 extra minutes.01 Feb 10:15 PM
Waikato HeraldGas leak forces evacuations in Taupō suburb after digger hits linePolice urge the public to stay away from the Wharewaka area in Taupō.30 Jan 12:07 AM
Waikato HeraldFrom locals to tourists: How I fell for Taupō all over again The guided e-bike loop covers about seventeen kilometres of Taupō 's varied terrain.28 Jan 10:26 PM
Sport'Doing something crazy': Hamilton businessman takes on first IronmanHis six-month programme includes 5am sessions and long weekends of heavy training.28 Jan 07:03 PM
Wednesday21°C13°CPeriods of blue sky, then cloud increasing evening with showers developing late. Westerlies.
Waikato HeraldGeothermal boost: Mercury's Ngā Tamariki unit lifts output towards 132MWNgā Tamariki is one of three Mercury renewable projects underway worth a combined $1b.20 Jan 10:09 PM
Waikato HeraldNew chief executive signals fresh start as Toi Ohomai regains independenceToi Ohomai returned to local decision making on January 1.20 Jan 08:17 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō’s quiet magic: Why the lake town deserves a second lookWhile most tourists head to Rotorua or Queenstown, those in the know will beeline here.17 Jan 07:00 PM
LifestyleFrom craters to Emerald Lakes: A journey across Tongariro Alpine CrossingIf you’ve ever wondered what walking on Mars is like, this is as close as it gets.17 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWhy parole board says teen baseball bat murderer is still too risky to freeTeenage tourist murderer Jahche Broughton denied parole for seventh time.15 Jan 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSoundsplash and Summer Concert Tour – here's what's on in the WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?14 Jan 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldInside Taupō’s most stunning homes: How to help a major breast cancer fundraiserSince 2014 the event has raised more than $100,000 each year for the charity.13 Jan 11:09 PM
Waikato Herald'You'll catch a bullet': Man facing violence charges convinces ex-partner to pull statementHowever, the defence say it was a "joint plan" to get the accusations dropped.19 Feb 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldAI voice brings Waikato-Maniapoto reo dialect to life for rangatahiIt is being celebrated as a step towards Māori-led 'sovereign AI' tools.19 Feb 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldHome invasion victim wakes to intrudersThe offenders allegedly fled in the victim's car.19 Feb 12:37 AM
Waikato HeraldSchool bus and car crash leaves one injured in WaikatoEmergency crews from Morrinsville Fire Station managed traffic at the scene.18 Feb 09:26 PM
SportAthletics: Promising performances at Porritt ClassicWhanganui’s 12 athletes left Hamilton with 10 personal bests and two wins.18 Feb 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Cheeky': Man given home detention asked officer to wait 30mins while he drank beer with whānau Neahemea Day then did a runner when police turned up, fleeing through neighbouring yards.18 Feb 07:00 AM
Waikato HeraldHow Hamilton’s new Youth Council aims to give rangatahi a say'It is important we hear directly from rangatahi about the issues that matter to them.' 18 Feb 04:00 AM
Sport'This is crazy': Olympian nabs wildcard for World Surf League Raglan event The wildcard doesn't impact the two spots available to King and Queen of the Point winners18 Feb 01:01 AM
The CountryRecord returns for kiwifruit on The CountryOn today: Jason Te Brake, Shane Jones, Tom Martin, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell. 19 Feb 12:43 AM
The Country$3.2b windfall: Fonterra farmers back $2.00-a-share capital returnThe $2.00 a share payout, totalling about $3.2b, is expected to be tax-free.18 Feb 10:45 PM
The CountryBanks Peninsula farmers and businesses counting the cost of floodsAkaroa logged 243mm in 24 hours, its wettest February day on record.18 Feb 05:46 PM
OneRoofMuscular townhouse obliterates city's price record - architect not surprisedOnly a handful of homes in Dunedin sell for more than $3m.19 Feb 05:25 AM
OneRoofFormer nunnery with 35 bedrooms and a link to the Bible listed for close to $6mBuyer could demolish the lot and build a townhouse development.19 Feb 05:20 AM
OneRoofDeveloper withdraws home from sale, gives it to sick kidsEvery dollar from house auction will go to hospital fundraiser. 18 Feb 05:00 PM
OneRoofTony Alexander: What the OCR pause - and the bank’s shock omission - means for mortgagesThe new Governor kept the OCR at 2.25% but rate hike likely once inflation drops to 2%.18 Feb 08:09 AM
OneRoofLandmark mansion snapped up after 300 people attend its one and only open home"It's one of those prominent houses you can't help but notice when you drive by it."18 Feb 08:00 AM
OneRoofOff-key and on fire: Real estate duo hit viral jackpot with Bohemian Rhapsody parody“We just want people to laugh with us, really.”18 Feb 07:55 AM
OneRoofAussie buyer flies in for Wānaka couple’s ‘Wild West’ ranchUnusual home built after inspiring tour of the US is attracting international attention. 17 Feb 02:16 PM
OneRoofNRL star drops the price of his Auckland home after quitting NZFormer Warriors player is willing to take less than what he paid in 2022.17 Feb 07:21 AM
Waikato Herald'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessTeacher turns lockdown hobby into new distillery business 'The environment has played a key role in what we’re about.'11 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
