How this month's Waikato roadworks could affect you
Full closures on SH1 Ngāruawāhia this month; expect delays and detours.
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Trio who allegedly left man for dead on the side of Waikato road can be named
The fourth accused has two weeks to decide whether his name will be kept secret.
More than half of Hauraki ratepayers happy with council performance
The results of the council's annual satisfaction survey are out.
Ministry to appoint Commissioner after Waikato school board fires teacher, members step down
Four-parent board members resigned over teacher dismissal backlash.
Waikato police constables treated to unexpected Jason Momoa visit
They were undertaking routine licensed premise checks at the Coroglen Tavern.
Speed limit on three Hauraki roads drop to 80km/h
Waihī Beach Rd, Kennedy Rd and Dickey Flat Rd dropped to 80km per hour speed limits.
Tairua fisherman slams Hauraki Gulf marine legislation
The bill was supported by Coromandel MP Scott Simpson.
Waikato motorbike racer hangs up his leathers - for real this time
He vowed to retire from racing a few times. A recent crash made it real.
'Serious misconduct': School board sacks teacher, then resigns amid threats
Parent representatives say they have been threatened and accused of racism.
'Kick them out': Aussie landlord sends his kids to NZ to evict tenants
The tenants felt they “had no rights and no choice” other than to leave that day.
More women and girls playing rugby in NZ than ever before
A record 33,757 women and girls play rugby, a 15% increase this season in NZ.
Myeloma warrior woman: Hamiltonian's brave fight against incurable cancer
The 60yo showed no cancer signs until an unrelated netball injury landed her in hospital.
New council catamaran to expand team's maritime patrolling range
Waikato Regional Council’s new $230,00 vessel, Tūtaia, has been launched in Whitianga.
'The books are a bit grim': Council faces $17m deficit
The council was presented with a dire 2023/2024 annual report.
Wider, longer alcohol bans could be on the way for Raglan
Huntly, Tuakau, Pōkeno, Mercer and Taupiri could be affected by proposed bylaw changes.
Sporting events see SH1 road works at Taupō jump the queue
Originally, NZTA planned for a second SH1 closure between Ātiamuri to Wairākei.
Two helicopters dispatched to Buckland after van and motorbike crash
One person in critical condition was transported to Auckland Hospital.
Speedgolf: A beginner’s guide to the fastest sport you’ve never heard of
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'Highly probable' 16-year-old's wrist broke during unlawful arrest, IPCA finds
Police arrested teen for breaching alcohol ban after he refused to give his details.
Costumes of Ka Whawhai Tonu movie on display for the first time
Movie costume exhibition brings important story to life at Te Awamutu Museum.
Traffic flowing after SH1 truck crash
Police advised motorists to avoid the area if possible, or expect delays.
28 people, 99 charges: All the names and details from massive Mob bust
Nearly 100 charges have been laid against 28 people.
Watch: 'Terrifying' home invasion attempt on woman in wheelchair, police a no-show
Police told the 74-year-old to file an online crime report.
'It broke me and our kids': Jealous ex burns down home of partner, children
Sean Anthony Carroll's arson caused around $550,000 in damage.
Gang member arrested for possessing homemade firearm
The small homemade pistol was capable of firing .22 calibre rounds.
39 years in Taupiri - no problems. 3 weeks in Huntly and $40,000 worth of bikes vanish
One of the stolen bikes was a Triumph that was only purchased six weeks ago.
'It’s Jason Momoa, let me in': Aquaman star hits the Coromandel on Harley
Momoa rocked up to the Coroglen Tavern, banged on the window and said 'let me in'.
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail to lash NZ, thousands of lightning strikes recorded
'Many locations' in the North Island are in for a chance of thunderstorms this evening.
Carbon released from Waikato wetland fire worth up to $9.6m
The fire, which burnt through 1039ha over five days, has now been fully contained.
Slice of Whangamatā history set to hit the road... again
A house built in Hamilton in 1929 and moved to Whangamatā in 1930 is set to move again.
Preparations for 2025 Supercars season under way as tickets go on sale
Tickets for the second Supercars event in Taupō are now available.
Pounamu gallery with star clientele to open in Hamilton
Sands Carving Studio has Jason Momoa and Jack Black on its client list.
'Looking after our legacy': What's next in fight to keep out clam invaders
'We’re going to do our best to ensure the danger to our lake and whenua doesn’t get here.'