A year in review: What moved the Waikato in November 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
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Kiwi Pies returns from the ashes - fans snap them up
Eight months on, Kiwi Pies is back and thriving thanks to the local community.
Body of missing man found by Search and Rescue
The body of a man who went missing in the Mt Pirongia area near Te Awamutu has been found.
Police seek information following fatal Waikato crash
Information is sought on the driving of two vehicles prior to a fatal crash on Sunday.
Minister asked to step in over proposed rubbish burning plant
A waste-to-energy plant near Te Awamutu received a record number of submissions.
New trail encourages people to discover their creative side
Getting in touch with one's creative side has health benefits too.
Big windfall for Waikato tertiary students
Nearly $3.9 million has been awarded since the annual scholarships in 1993.
Family of missing man found dead on North Shore recall his warm friendship
The 24-year-old was reported missing after not returning from a long walk.
Waikato amongst the top regions for tourism spending
Waikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.
Man reported missing on North Shore found dead
Police said this morning his body was discovered by a member of Search and Rescue.
Food forest fiends spoil free fruit initiative
Unappetising behaviour has spoiled fruit bound for the community.
Waipā staff recognised for emergency management response
Mayor Susan O’Regan also thanked the trio on behalf of the Waipā district.
Te Awamutu Countdown re-opens as Woolworths after $6.2m upgrade
Te Awamutu residents get supermarket back after three-month refurbishment.
'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 appeal for help to find missing 24yo
Devon Jackson-Budgen was reported missing by family on November 21.
Te Awamutu pitches itself as an easy base for great holidays
Te Awamutu is making a bid for a bigger slice of the tourism market.
Residents asked to conserve water as hot summer looms
Water use has been increasing on hot, fine days and is expected to increase further.
Counterfeit cash being used across the Waikato
Seven locations in the Waikato have received counterfeit notes in the last two months.
Reflecting on an All Blacks career that almost was
Although Quarrie retired from rugby at 28, he had many great experiences.
Skate ramps to get an artistic makeover to deter taggers
The skatepark has quickly become a well-loved asset in the community.
Waikato farmers swap tractors for surfboards
The annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.
Kākāpō sent to live on an island after 'parachute' escape attempts
Three birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.
Wheelchair Wagon still on a roll 40 years later
A pressing need in the community has been met by dedicated volunteers since 1983.
One family adds 25,000 plants to ecological corridor
Beautifying the Mangapiko Stream will enhance its mana.
Motorists to get parking ticket 'surprise' sooner
New parking ticket technology means no surprise in the mail.
Boy, 12, undergoes surgery after police dog released on him
But the IPCA has found the use of the dog was justified.
'Lie after lie': Farmer swindled out of $60k after high school coach secretly sold cattle
Mark Harrison, 43, avoided jail and is now serving six months' home detention.
"Surprised we are not number one": Mayor stunned by Airbnb ranking
There's plenty to be hospitable about in the Waikato.
Kiwi cycling superstar claims Champions League crown
Kiwi cyclist Ellesse Andrews has claimed the UCI Track Champions League sprint honours.
World records tumble at powerlifting contest
Duelling powerlifters create history at Waikato contest.
Waikato woman scoops top fashion prize at Melbourne Cup
She took part in the competition to support her mother, then "stole her thunder".
The small town with 7 players in Super Rugby squads
Former Te Awamutu Sports midfielder Austin Anderson has cracked the Brumbies squad.
'If we can do it, then we should': Helping rebuild Vanuatu communities
Locals use their building skills to make positive impact for families that had lost homes.
Super Rugby: Fiji's Tela retires
The all-time leading points scorer for the Fijian Drua has hung up his boots.