New ZealandQuad bike thefts start earlier than expectedA spate of quad bike thefts in Waikato has come earlier than expected this year.26 Mar 10:19 PM
TravelA weekend in WaikatoWhen the Waikato comes to mind, visions of cow-crammed paddocks tend to crush the notion that this is a worldly part of the country. But, if you take the time to explore the region, you’ll discover there’s more to it than just dairy.24 Mar 10:00 PM
Freight and logisticsMajor Waikato transport firm in receivershipWaikato company Te Kauwhata Transport has gone into receivership.20 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies in drunken shooting incidentA 22-year-old man was killed when a gun went off after a drinking session in the Waikato town Ngaruawahia overnight.16 Mar 06:55 PM
TravelNew Zealand: A vroom with a viewA fully equipped motorhome has replaced a canvas tent in Sarah Lawrence's holiday affections16 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandWeekend rain no 'silver bullet'Mighty River Power has rejected a request to top up the "extremely low" Waikato River and people are being warned that a rain forecast will not be a "silver bullet".13 Mar 06:02 PM
New ZealandDrought trouble: More regions ask for helpMost of the North Island could be declared a drought zone by the end of the week, but Prime Minister John Key says the impact on the Government's books remains to be seen.12 Mar 08:52 PM
New ZealandTough, but not as bad as 2008Waikato dairy farmer Peter Brown rates his anxiety levels "about a 7.5" out of 10 as he endures his second drought in just five years.11 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandNorth Island's worst drought in 70 yearsA climate expert believes summers like this one will become the new norm for New Zealand. Droughts have already been declared across much of the North Island.09 Mar 10:22 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battling scrub fire in rural WaikatoFirefighters are battling a scrub fire in a remote part of rural Waikato this morning.09 Mar 08:48 PM
New ZealandSprinkler ban across WellingtonA shortage of water across the Wellington region means there is now a ban on garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.08 Mar 09:57 PM
New ZealandDrought spreads down NZThe drought is working its way down the country, and with with no change predicted until at least mid-March, farmers from Northland to Southland are suffering.08 Mar 06:30 AM
New ZealandMates failed to save teen from drowningTwo teenagers have been commended by police for their desperate efforts to save their friend after he failed to surface while swimming in the Waikato River.07 Mar 11:36 PM
New ZealandFarmers in crisis as city fills poolsBig dry forces stock selloffs, but Aucklanders can still water gardens, wash cars thanks to Waikato River supplies06 Mar 07:15 PM
New ZealandTropical weather 'roaring into life'A tropical cyclone and three other heavy rain patterns are due to position themselves above NZ this weekend, but it is unlikely they will bring much-needed rain.05 Mar 11:53 PM
New ZealandDrought extended across North IslandDroughts have been declared in South Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Hawkes Bay regions, a week after drought was declared in Northland.05 Mar 10:11 PM
New ZealandWaikato drought warningA drought is expected to be declared in the Waikato this week after brief showers did little to help parched farms, and the Hawkes Bay is expected to follow suit.03 Mar 10:15 PM
New ZealandCounting cost of big dryThe big dry has parts of the country firmly in its grip. The Government has declared a drought in Northland and is expected to do so in Waikato.02 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandIRD to help drought-hit Northland farmersThe Inland Revenue Department has announced help for drought-hit Northland farmers.01 Mar 12:16 AM
New Zealand'If it doesn't rain soon we're in trouble'The Government has officially declared a state of drought in Northland and authorities are expected to do the same in the Waikato today.28 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandWoman killed as vehicle rolls on Waikato farmA woman was killed on a Waikato farm yesterday when the vehicle she was driving rolled down a bank.27 Feb 12:27 AM
New ZealandHamilton stand-off: Man questionedA man threatened to open fire on a group of police officers at a Hamilton house this morning.26 Feb 01:42 AM
KahuTainui still in division over $70mTainui Group Holdings won't be receiving $70 million worth of new government cash from Waikato-Tainui despite calls from ex-Fonterra leader Sir Henry van der Heyden for that to happen.24 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato 'can take city's overflow'Waikato town planners are bracing for an overflow of Aucklanders from the Super City as it seeks to find living space for its booming population.11 Feb 04:30 PM
TravelWaikato: Psyched on cyclingBike trails on the Waikato River led Elisabeth Easther to bush, bridges and a five-star boudoir08 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandTeen killed in police chaseWaikato police say the consequences of poor decision making are readily apparent as officers investigate the death of a young man early this morning.06 Feb 03:06 AM
