New ZealandBad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summerA substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.25 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.24 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandMan revisits Raglan 50 years on from Dad's disappearanceWayne Morley came from the UK to pay tribute to his Dad who died in Raglan 50 years ago.18 Dec 08:46 PM
New ZealandWaikato amongst the top regions for tourism spendingWaikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.14 Dec 10:43 PM
New ZealandWaikato farmers swap tractors for surfboardsThe annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.28 Nov 10:11 PM
New ZealandThree Waikato houses stand out in national House of the Year AwardsA Cooks Beach home featuring local stone is one of three winning Waikato properties.27 Nov 01:38 AM
New Zealand'Stubborn optimism': How the Raglan 'vibe' has helped this yoghurt company build successMeet a Raglan entrepreneur bringing a surfie-speak vibe to her endeavours.11 Nov 07:37 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely thrilled': Waikato's winning wedding venueOriginally purchased as a family home, the venue has accommodated weddings since 2008.03 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead in SH23 crash in WaikatoThe two-vehicle crash was reported around 9.15am.28 Oct 11:45 PM
New ZealandGet in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog testsLocal farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.26 Oct 08:53 PM
New ZealandFishers rescued in Raglan Harbour after charter vessel hit by large waveA large wave collapsed the cabin of the vessel and knocked a man overboard.07 Oct 09:06 PM
TravelYou can now go whale watching from the skyThis unique experience is the first of its kind in Australia.01 Oct 12:30 AM
New ZealandThe 'Dog Man of Raglan' dies, canine companion to stay localBrian Chesham was a beloved character of the coastal Waikato town.22 Sep 01:35 AM
Crime'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphinsWarrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.08 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandDrones being used in search for missing fisherman in RaglanThe fisherman went missing four days ago.08 Aug 01:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Skipper fined after boat launches midair, capsizesSkipper Maurice Johnson was fined $900 and made a donation to the Coastguard.23 Jun 04:29 AM
New ZealandSearch on for Raglan man 'loved by everyone'The 64-year-old was last seen at 1pm today in Raglan.19 Jun 09:41 AM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured after Raglan crashTwo helicopters were dispatched to the scene.27 Apr 06:53 AM
New ZealandMan directing traffic on Waikato highway hit and killedPolice say the man was directing traffic on a highway affected by weather when he died.12 Feb 12:14 AM
New ZealandUrgent work to open new access to Raglan across private propertyFence and tree removal begin but no date yet for diversion completion.07 Feb 04:47 AM
New Zealand'They're just kids': Furious parents slate Soundsplash organisers over queuesA 17-year-old says she felt faint and nauseous after waiting in the sun for seven hours22 Jan 06:13 AM
New ZealandRaglan lifeguards carry out mass rescues amid tragic weekend on waterGroups of 13 and 16 people were rescued by lifeguards at Raglan yesterday.21 Jan 09:12 PM
New ZealandRaglan Soundsplash festival ‘a shambles’: Thousands queue for hours without waterFestivalgoers have described long waits to get into the Waikato gig.20 Jan 03:55 AM
New ZealandTeen hit by wave, rescued near Raglan Beach, treated for spinal injuryThe 19-year-old was in the surf with friends when she was struck by a wave.19 Jan 11:36 PM
New Zealand'I had bills to pay': Former teacher targets elderly in burglary, theft spreeThe woman spent the stolen funds on groceries, alcohol, and cigarettes.13 Jan 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow speed limit reviews could affect your holiday journeyThe Herald analyses the impact speed limit changes could have on journey times.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'How you can still be alive is beyond me': Judge shocked at recidivist drink driver's diabetes claimsShailendra Deo's drink driving was so bad other motorists had to veer onto the footpath.07 Oct 06:00 AM
EnvironmentMazda Foundation grants support six Waikato projectsHospice Waikato was one of the grant winners during the latest funding round.24 Jun 07:20 PM
KahuWaikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus eventsMatariki Ki Waikato brings theatre, concerts and more to the region for Maori New Year07 Jun 11:20 PM
New ZealandKāwhia shooting: DNA, boot print, link accused to fatal home invasion, crown sayGrayson Toilolo denies all charges in relation to the fatal home invasion in 2019.10 May 01:59 AM
New Zealand'Not the smartest idea': Man drinks six beers in car wreckage to ease pain of broken pelvis while waiting for helpRaglan community board member gets warning from judge after drink-driving charge.31 Mar 03:30 AM
New ZealandSix injured in serious road crashes across North IslandSeveral other people were hospitalised after road incidents around the North Island.19 Mar 06:33 PM
New ZealandFalling tree misses killing man by 'half a second'"I saw the tree, I swore and then there was a bang."16 Feb 02:58 AM
