Another large Hamilton building goes up in flames
Nine fire trucks were used to fight the blaze in Te Rapa including one ladder truck.
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May the paws be with you - Waikato Police dog Obi-Wan ready for action
The Waikato dog patrol unit receives its tenth canine-human duo.
Live ferrets feature in Hamilton Zoo display - possums and rats could follow
Ferrets are 'simply acting on their natural behaviour' but are deadly for native species.
New trail encourages people to discover their creative side
Getting in touch with one's creative side has health benefits too.
'Worst driving ever seen': Judge slams driver's meth-filled ram-rage
Douglas Scott is no longer in a relationship with the woman.
Big windfall for Waikato tertiary students
Nearly $3.9 million has been awarded since the annual scholarships in 1993.
Medal puts Hamilton boxer on path to Olympics
Papua New Guinea boxer Sheilla Yama fights out of Hamilton, wins gold at Pacific Games.
Bullseye: Hamilton to host New Zealand Darts Masters again
Hamilton hosted the competition for the first time in 2019.
Waikato amongst the top regions for tourism spending
Waikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.
Construction of key $40 million roundabout at Piarere gets underway
A site blessing was held this week on the dangerous Waikato intersection.
Watch: Young NZ powerlifter goes viral after 'Kiwi as' podium anthem moment
He captured hearts for his podium performance, but his back story is even more inspiring.
Lotto luck! Hamilton, Auckland players win share of $1m
Two winners share $1 million Lotto first division prize.
'That's my boy': Young man filmed friend having sex with underage girl
He also pressured the girl into performing a sex act on him, and filmed that, too.
Watch: Blaze extinguished after residents told to shelter inside from toxic smoke
Emergency services have now brought the fire under control on Te Rapa Rd.
State houses built in China, delivered to Hamilton
Kāinga Ora is accelerating its public housing programme.
'Over-parent': Mum's excuse for shooting at police to help ram-raiding kids escape
The woman says her offending was driven by her methamphetamine addiction.
Police seek vehicle of interest in street race stabbing
Police are looking for a white BMW sedan they believe was involved in the incident.
Two stabbed at Waikato street race gathering, police appeal for information
Police are appealing for sightings of a white BMW sedan.
'My brain went ding': Juror fined $250 for contempt of court
In looking up information online the man didn't think he'd be breaking court rules.
Benji praises new Wests Tigers signing Alaimalo
The Wests Tigers have signed a former Super Rugby speedster for the 2024 NRL season.
'Frustration' after SH1 repairs delayed by 15 months
The completion date for the works has shot out another 15 months.
Chiefs sign Canterbury head coach to join experienced leadership group
Chiefs' CEO says Bourke is fitting in like he's always been part of the Chiefs.
Tomra staff to learn fate this week, layoffs after Christmas
Employees at a brand new Hamilton site are among those in the firing line.
Footage emerges of man struck by drifting car at illegal Hamilton street racer meet
Police also found a baby in a vehicle at the event.
Impressive new Hamilton library now complete
Matariki next year will see the unveiling of a pou at Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library.
Police 'alarmed' after baby found in teens' impounded car at Waikato street-racing event
Police found baby in a car at street racer event where over 200 infringements were given.
Twelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racing
Two people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.
'Fantastic news': Mum cancer-free after international medical trial
Hamilton woman Lisa Martin was among those whose aggressive cancer was eliminated.
Simple Minds frontman Jim Kerr looking forward to NZ tour
Kerr is aware touring is finite but says he still loves hitting the road.
'Goldilocks of New Zealand': Hamilton MP showcases his electorate
The new MP presented his maiden statement in Parliament yesterday.
Tributes flow as high school closes
After almost six decades of education, the Waikato secondary school has closed.
'He was hunting for children': Sex offender caught trying to lure girls into car
He used promises of cash to get them into his vehicle. Two fought against him and escaped.
Two Hamilton schools to be replaced by one
Melville High and Melville Intermediate to be replaced by one college.