KahuBad Maori pronunciation 'not okay'People failing to pronounce Maori place names correctly "boggles the mind" of one Auckland woman, and presumably the thousands of people who viewed her online video.12 Jan 04:08 AM
New ZealandCampsite closed during investigationA campground has been closed during the peak summer holiday season while council officials investigate a complaint over the alleged conduct of its manager.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMinor injuries after pedestrian hit by truckA Matamata pedestrian has had a miraculous escape from serious injury after being hit by a truck this morning.14 Dec 09:59 PM
TelecommunicationsWatch NZH Local Focus: Frustration growing ultra-fast in Matamata-PiakoWaikato towns are on the list but businesses are sick of waiting for ultra-fast broadband. And some have even taken matters into their own hands. Made with funding from NZ On Air.12 Dec 11:39 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Frustration growing ultra-fast in Matamata-PiakoWaikato towns are on the list but businesses are sick of waiting for ultra-fast broadband. And some have even taken matters into their own hands. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch12 Dec 11:38 PM
New ZealandArmy truck in crash with Mongrel MobAn army truck was carrying live ammunition when it collided with a carload of Mongrel Mob Notorious members.01 Dec 06:45 AM
New ZealandMcClay welcomes US young leaders delegation (+video)Circle_see_more_DP.epsmattmartinsmile.epsFUTURE FOCUS: Members of the American Council of Young Political Leaders visited Rotorua 13 Nov 10:30 PM
New Zealand15 dead in 'disastrous' week on NZ roadsOnly five days into November, 10 people have already died on our roads, and police fear another 60 to 70 people could be killed before the end of the year.04 Nov 04:35 AM
New ZealandEight dead on roads this month alreadyIt's just the third day of November yet eight people have already died on the country's roads.03 Nov 02:29 AM
New ZealandTeen worked at fundraiser before crashCorbin Morgan, 16, was killed in a car crash while travelling back from a farm where he worked with three friends to raise funds for a rugby trip to Argentina.01 Nov 07:52 PM
New Zealand'Tears and hugs' after 16yo dies in crashShocked friends and schoolmates pay tribute to teenager killed after the car he was travelling in crashed near Matamata.01 Nov 07:58 AM
New ZealandPilot 'lived and breathed aviation'The elderly man killed in a light plane crash at Matamata Aerodrome has been described as an aviation enthusiast, and a brilliant pilot.18 Oct 07:06 AM
New ZealandCar blocks rail track, woman trappedA car is blocking a railway track in Matamata after crashing into a warning light pole.11 Sep 11:50 PM
New ZealandFree accommodation if you 'bring bubbly'A campground manager who offered Hobbiton-bound tourists free accommodation in return for alcohol is under investigation by his employer.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist crossed centre line in crashA motorcyclist is believed to have crossed the centre line and crashed into a car near Matamata yesterday.19 Jun 09:56 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in crashA motorcyclist has died after a crash near Matamata.19 Jun 04:22 AM
New ZealandTwo trapped after bus and car collideTwo cars and a Hobbiton tour bus crashed in Matamata this afternoon, injuring four people.30 Apr 01:52 AM
New ZealandRobberies blamed on 'out-of-towners'Waihi police investigating the break-in at the town's Mobil service station, the fourth business to be targeted in Eastern Waikato over the past two days.18 Apr 10:51 PM
New ZealandService stations targetted by thievesTwo aggravated robberies which occurred within minutes of each other in the Waikato are not linked, police say.17 Apr 09:42 PM
New ZealandElderly man in critical following campervan crashAn elderly Opotiki man remains in a critical condition in Waikato Hospital after crashing his campervan near Matamata yesterday.17 Apr 01:53 AM
New ZealandFire crews called to truck fireFire crews are dealing with a truck fire on State Highway 29, south of Matamata this morning.06 Oct 05:49 PM
New ZealandPolice find car used in violent home invasionThe victim of a violent home invasion in Matamata yesterday is now recovering at home, while police have recovered the vehicle used by the attackers.02 Sep 03:38 AM
BusinessUp for auction: Rooms with a zooThey came out of Africa and into Matamata, and brought some exotic friends with them - including Bassoon the American bison and Mr and Mrs Ostrich.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandLost family spend night in bushA father and his three children spent a night in the bush after getting lost overnight while tramping near Matamata.18 Apr 01:13 AM
New ZealandHobbiton's cruise controlMatamata's Hobbiton movie set last night hosted a group of international cruise customers accompanied by some Hobbit cast and crew.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPregnant woman trapped by trailer on rural propertyA pregnant woman was trapped by a trailer on a rural property near Matamata yesterday.18 Dec 11:42 PM
New ZealandRacing community grieves after deathThe racing community is grieving after death of a passionate racing enthusiast who died when the car she was driving hit a horse last night.24 Jun 02:25 AM
TravelKia ora: MatamataThe 'H's: Hobbit holes, horses and heartfelt hospitality, writes Elisabeth Easther.19 Jun 09:30 PM
New Zealand'We were reasonably lucky'Police are amazed a head-on collision between two trucks - one carrying hazardous materials - didn't end up being a lot more serious.06 Jan 09:45 PM
New ZealandSH29 blocked by rolled truck near MatamataA truck that rolled onto its side after hitting a bridge has blocked State Highway 29 near Matamata in both directions.04 Dec 01:23 AM
New ZealandDelays for motorists after heavy truck and trailer rollsMotorists are being told to expect delays around Matamata this morning after a heavy truck and trailer rolled in the early hours of this morning.12 Nov 05:54 PM
TravelWaikato: Bilbo Baggins' tiny townDanielle Wright follows the tour buses to a sheep and beef farm in Matamata for the Hobbiton Movie Set Tour.12 Oct 10:00 PM
