Waihī Recreation Hub soon to become reality
The project has received another significant funding boost.
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Matariki ki Waikato Festival kicks off
Te Ohu Whakaita Charitable Trust celebrated the start of the festival today.
Ōtorohanga Railway Station chugs past 100 years
The current station was built to replace the previous one, which went up in flames.
Chiefs name unchanged team to face Hurricanes
Samisoni Taukei’aho scored two tries in the first half last week.
Rain to ease in north, but parts of the south still in firing line
Wet weather to ease in upper north, but Bay of Plenty, Tasman still in firing line.
'Nice pat on the back': Race starter made Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
McGovern said it is also recognition for racing participants who work behind the scenes.
Waikato-designed robots take over Fieldays
Machines to help horticulture industry and its struggles are being exhibited at Fieldays.
'Now he's gone': Mother of baby Mustafa breaks silence over son's tragic death
'I love and miss you so much my boy.'
'He's done nothing wrong': Relative of fugitive Marokopa dad says police should leave him alone
"He’s getting the blame for everything now."
Fieldays exhibitors recognised for standout sites
With two days left of Fieldays, attendees might want to check out award-winning sites.
Commuter warning ahead of heavy rain, thunderstorms, localised flooding fears
Local flooding and water pooling are expected, most likely in north and east Auckland.
Fieldays 2024 kicks off with special recognition
Fieldays 2024 is off to a good start, NZ National Fieldays Society CEO Peter Nation said.
Motorists warned to avoid area after crash critically injures one
Emergency services were alerted just before 1pm.
Massive tree root holds up traffic in Coromandel
A fallen 20-tonne tree is behind ongoing hold ups on SH25 in the Coromandel.
Baby Mustafa farewelled as homicide investigation continues
The 10-month-old died on Saturday.
Inaugural event to showcase a 'world of difference' through volunteering
"Even if they only have a couple of hours to give, that can make a world of difference."
'Police visited that night': Hot pools manager says fugitive father could've snuck in
Police officers checked the area but did not review CCTV footage.
'Very clingy': Potential sighting of fugitive Marokopa dad and kids at secluded hot pools
She claims Phillips has changed his hair colour and the children have 'home hair cuts'.
Homes in Waikato District now worth an average $720k
The value of residential housing has increased 21 per cent in three years, QV says.
Creative Coromandel wants to support artists to amplify creative practice
Creatives set out to unite diverse groups.
Youth initiative sets sail in Coromandel
Coromandel Youth Sailing received special new boats.
'Instagram-worthy vistas': Tongariro Crossing one of world’s busiest hikes
A new ranking shows the popular walk is up with the world's big guns.
Lotto: Waikato punter wins $4.5 million days after record $50m jackpot
Last night's winner is the 12th multi-millionaire of 2024.
Founders drama continues: Demo budget extended by nearly $1m
The extension was necessary due to an ‘unprecedented’ asbestos find.
22 hours of rain: Downpours and thunderstorms to lash North Island
Forecasters said commuters should keep an eye on the weather when travelling.
Police checkpoints set up around Marokopa as Tom Phillips search intensifies
The new police activity comes after a $80,000 reward was offered for information.
Demand for foodbank parcels puts pressure on volunteer pool
High demand for foodbank parcels leaves organisation stretched for manpower.
Police contacted with claims of information on missing family after reward issued
Ember, 8, Maverick, 9, and Jayda, 10, have been missing since December 2021.
Homelessness on the rise in Thames
The number of people sleeping rough in the town has residents concerned.
Fatal hit-and-run victim's body left by side of road for hours after miscoded 111 call
“Although made in good faith, we think that decision was an error in judgement"
Body left on street overnight due to police ‘error in judgment’
A man had been hit by a car while he was walking down a dark rural road.
Eight candidates vie for vacant Kirikiriroa Māori Ward seat in byelection
The byelection was sparked by the resignation of Melaina Huaki in May.
Te Kūiti baby death: 'Inconsistencies' in parents' stories - police
The baby had been known to police due to previous 'non-accidental' injuries, police say.
'Not the actions of a good father' - Police say missing Marokopa man armed, still a risk to community
This morning they offered a $80,000 reward in the hunt for Tom Phillips.