Latest from Waikato

Waikato hapū challenges council plan for housing on possible pā site

The 1ha site is currently home to a car park just across the Waikato River from CBD.

Two injured after house fire in Waikato

Firefighters rushed to the scene just after 6.30pm this evening

Distracted driver crashes after catching cheating girlfriend

Ohorangi Rawiri injured himself and another motorist when he crashed through a red light.

Rubberneckers delay traffic on SH1 following single-vehicle crash

Three people have sustained minor to moderate injuries.

Deadly outbreak of botulism kills thousands of birds, immediate action called for

The outbreak in a Waikato wetland has claimed rare indigenous birds and many more.

Pedestrian killed after being struck by car in Te Awamutu

The person died at the scene.

‘We need something believable, babe’: Woman helped prisoners out of jail by faking death certificates

Louise Witteveen says her partner was abusive towards her; that didn't surprise the judge.

'It's a culturally sensitive day': Man who allegedly sold bleach as cure for Covid-19 has novel excuse for missing court

Roger Blake has been fighting his criminal prosecution for more than three years.

Tuku Morgan: Ngaati Whaatua's 'entitlement and arrogance' undermines other iwi

Opinion: Ngaati Whaatua Oorakei disrespect status of other iwi.

17 people injured in Waikato bus crash near Waitomo Caves

Delays in the area are likely and diversions may be required.

One critical, two seriously injured after vehicle carrying eight crashes in Hamilton

The serious crash happened about 12.30am on Lloyd Drive in Nawton.

Mum and young daughter flee police at 150km/h

Zyla Butler faces 10 charges after the alleged incidents around the Waikato this week.

'I smashed the b****': Man's violent assaults result in jail

Charlie Wikitera wanted sex. She said no, so he beat her so badly she can’t remember it.

'Appeal allowed': ACC ordered to reassess claim for hernia cover

ACC decision not to review claim it denied for hernia cover is unreasonable, judge says.

Trio arrested after driving on the wrong side of the road trying to flee police

The incident began about 2.45pm, following a report of suspicious activity.

SH25 Coromandel: Stop/go solution tonight after photos show deterioration of slip

Crews are working to reopen the road once again by cutting into the hillside.

No bullying or assaults before prisoner took own life, Coroner rules

The Colombian national had been in New Zealand four years when he was charged.

Covid booster not to blame for fatal heart attack - but St John apologises for 111 delay

Nurse had no history of heart problems before she died.