Waikato Expressway update: Horotiu southbound on-ramp to close for several weeks
The closures would allow for resurfacing works to take place, NZTA said.
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Hauraki community gets behind jammy campaign
Hundreds of Hauraki kids will be warm with new pyjamas this winter.
Waikato win! Lotto luck for Ōtorohanga player
One store sold 10 winning tickets plus a second division Powerball winner.
Speedway racing deserving of more attention
Opinion: Speedway needs to be taken more seriously as a sport, Waikato commentator says.
'Rowdy' duo get Opshop bonus for fundraising gig
Rowdy’s Rose will perform at awards concert in United States.
Waikato police find two teens 'safe and well' after disappearance
Police said the two teens were found "safe and well".
Father of Ross Bremner dies before inquest into 2016 family stabbing
Keith Bremner was stabbed by his son, who killed three others in 2016 stabbings.
Waikato visitor destination among world's most magical places
The local tourism hotspot features highly in a new international ranking.
Waikato club rugby: Pirongia headline Colts semi-finals
Top 2024 women's try scorer grateful for her Melville team and family.
'God will never forgive you': Mother of Tesla crash victim takes aim at killer driver
“He killed my daughter. I don’t want $7000. He killed my daughter.”
Watch: Arsonists set house on fire - one may have been injured
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New club rugby trophy honours legacy of Waikato All Blacks greats
The first match for the Clarke Family Cup took place in Morrinsville last weekend.
Hamilton Long-Term Plan adopted with focus on balancing the books
Hamilton City Council adopted its Long-Term Plan 2024-34 yesterday.
Large-scale drug operation next door to daycare busted in north Waikato
Police have since been back to reassure the children.
Hamilton Gardens among top 1% of things to do in the world - again
Hamilton's much-loved visitor attraction already featured in the ranking in 2023.
'Strong lines of inquiry' into fatal 'road rage' crash
The crash claimed the life of a motorist last week.
Motocross riders battle it out in Battle Of The Clubs in Taupō
Team New Zealand fundraiser a great success.
Waipā rates up almost 15% in tough times
Waipā District Council said it cut its cloth to reduce proposed rate increase.
Council to meet tenants at home to discuss rent increases
Mayor Toby Adams and his councillors will visit tenants to discuss rent increases.
Future of rural Waikato lake under review
The reserve attracted 44,689 users to its walking and cycling track last year.
Bulli Point back in roading spotlight
Waikato Regional Council has confirmed the notorious stretch of SH1 is a priority.
Bake a loaf worth getting nutty about
Whole food ingredients combine in this loaf for a satisfying morning tea snack.
Stop bank starting point for Thames seawall
Scheme aims to protect the town from flooding and rising sea levels.
Road rage crash: Innocent motorist killed was much-loved family man
Jonathan 'Jono' Baker, 49, was a much-loved husband, father and stepdad.
Why did baby Isabella die? Kiwi mum's agonising seven-year wait for answers
Mum still waiting for authorities to make formal ruling on what caused Isabella’s death.
Baby Mustafa Ali death: Man to fight murder charge
A trial date has set in the High Court at Hamilton for February 2026.
Film review: Strawberry Shortcake’s Summer Vacation
This cute, animated adventure is the perfect rainy-day school holiday viewing.
Final fundraising for Hamilton Gardens' next garden gets under way
The garden is already under development but still needs $300k to be completed.
Young family 'terrified' after attempted carjacking in holiday traffic
The arrests relate to burglaries, car thefts and driving offences.
Coromandel Matariki event received 'overwhelming' response
Matariki Whangamatā set to be back bigger and better next year.
Netball: Align Health Rangers 'ruthless' against Marist Verdettes
The second match of round two brought some surprise upsets.
Long term plans a 'huge burden' says councillor
The three-yearly long term-plan process has been described as 'crazy'.
Three arrested after armed police and specialist teams search rural Waikato property
Police could be seen digging up large items on the property.
Rugby talent selected for University of Waikato Chiefs Under-18 camp
The camp also acts as a trial for players to earn New Zealand Schools team selection.