Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter 2023 review
The Coromandel Peninsula area had the most rescue helicopter missions in 2023.
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Raglan road works close State Highway 23 overnight for three weeks
NZTA says the road to Raglan will be 'smoother than the left-hander at Manu Bay'.
Probe after unconscious, sick Auckland boy left on roadside when Soundsplash festival ended
The boy fainted and had a seizure in boiling conditions with only a hedge for shade.
Raglan drowning: Off-duty surf lifeguard rushes to Manu Bay to try and help man
A group of surfers first noticed the man unresponsive in the water just after 9am today.
Teens faint, 'beg driver' to pull over after air-con fails on bus home from festival
The bus had to pull over mid-journey amid concerns it wasn’t safe to continue.
Armed Offenders Squad arrest man after Raglan firearms incident
A 47-year-old from Pōkeno is due in court after drama at Manu Bay.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
What Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?
The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Man revisits Raglan 50 years on from Dad's disappearance
Wayne Morley came from the UK to pay tribute to his Dad who died in Raglan 50 years ago.
Waikato amongst the top regions for tourism spending
Waikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.
Waikato farmers swap tractors for surfboards
The annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.
Three Waikato houses stand out in national House of the Year Awards
A Cooks Beach home featuring local stone is one of three winning Waikato properties.
'Stubborn optimism': How the Raglan 'vibe' has helped this yoghurt company build success
Meet a Raglan entrepreneur bringing a surfie-speak vibe to her endeavours.
'Absolutely thrilled': Waikato's winning wedding venue
Originally purchased as a family home, the venue has accommodated weddings since 2008.
Get in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog tests
Local farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.
Fishers rescued in Raglan Harbour after charter vessel hit by large wave
A large wave collapsed the cabin of the vessel and knocked a man overboard.
You can now go whale watching from the sky
This unique experience is the first of its kind in Australia.
The 'Dog Man of Raglan' dies, canine companion to stay local
Brian Chesham was a beloved character of the coastal Waikato town.
'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphins
Warrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.
Drones being used in search for missing fisherman in Raglan
The fisherman went missing four days ago.
Watch: Skipper fined after boat launches midair, capsizes
Skipper Maurice Johnson was fined $900 and made a donation to the Coastguard.
Search on for Raglan man 'loved by everyone'
The 64-year-old was last seen at 1pm today in Raglan.
Man directing traffic on Waikato highway hit and killed
Police say the man was directing traffic on a highway affected by weather when he died.
Urgent work to open new access to Raglan across private property
Fence and tree removal begin but no date yet for diversion completion.
'They're just kids': Furious parents slate Soundsplash organisers over queues
A 17-year-old says she felt faint and nauseous after waiting in the sun for seven hours
Raglan lifeguards carry out mass rescues amid tragic weekend on water
Groups of 13 and 16 people were rescued by lifeguards at Raglan yesterday.
Raglan Soundsplash festival ‘a shambles’: Thousands queue for hours without water
Festivalgoers have described long waits to get into the Waikato gig.
Teen hit by wave, rescued near Raglan Beach, treated for spinal injury
The 19-year-old was in the surf with friends when she was struck by a wave.
'I had bills to pay': Former teacher targets elderly in burglary, theft spree
The woman spent the stolen funds on groceries, alcohol, and cigarettes.
How speed limit reviews could affect your holiday journey
The Herald analyses the impact speed limit changes could have on journey times.
'How you can still be alive is beyond me': Judge shocked at recidivist drink driver's diabetes claims
Shailendra Deo's drink driving was so bad other motorists had to veer onto the footpath.