'Well-practised thief': Judge slams shoplifter for involving children in thefts
The judge believed Reece Whatarau tried to manipulate his victims.
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Mum pleads for understanding over adult son's screaming bouts
“Pachygyria patients ... may have difficulty controlling some behaviours."
Rain on its way for Auckland, set to spoil Black Caps T20
Meteorologist's gloomy forecast spells doom for cricket fans today.
Watch: Boat violently crashes in failed record attempt
The skipper says he's disappointed not to break the record but lucky to be alive.
Spoiler alert: Final T20 match in doubt due to dire weather forecast
Cricket fans are set to pay for today’s sun-soaked day.
Four-car crash causes power outage in Waikato
A witness told the Herald police closed the road and multiple fire crews attended.
Hitchhikers blaze a trail on the 'Road to Help'
A Te Awamutu pair have come up with a novel way to raise funds.
Nightglow tickets to be released on Monday
The number of people able to attend the finale of Balloons over Waikato will be limited.
Coroner names Christopher Taukiri as man shot by police near Matamata
Taukiri allegedly pulled a gun on police and another person. His funeral was on Tuesday.
Two men arrested after Huntly service station robberies
The offenders allegedly broke into two service stations within one minute.
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Mystery Creek fireworks display cancelled
Fireworks may not be appropriate given the wider community's equestrian and rural nature.
Black Ferns set for Hamilton
The Black Ferns will start the Pacific Four Series in Hamilton.
Gunman on the run in Taupō after knife fight sparks school lockdown
Police will be visiting friends and family of gunman as the search resumes
Cambridge cul-de-sac and pathway extension approved
More than 70 per cent of submissions were in favour of a cul-de-sac.
Chiefs: Picking their best ever Super Rugby players
Picking the players from the Chiefs sides of the past
Attacker bashes relative with cricket bat
The victim has permanently damaged eyesight after being bashed with a bat in a carpark.
Crown Solicitor's management style undermined staff trust
Jacinda Hamilton deeply regrets actions that had a hurtful impact in her workplace.
Hamilton City Council proposes more service and staff cuts
The cuts would save $10.4 million in 2026/27, and $104 million over the 10 years.
Historic Waikato bar has liquor licence declined
The operator, Night Pearl Ltd, has already surrendered its off licence.
Genesis first-half profit zapped after Huntly outage
Lower hydro inflows and gas turbine wobbles impact Genesis Energy.
Wife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' home
The Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.
Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
Misinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.
Doorman beaten, stomped unconscious, attacker claims 'just a pub fight'
Tuumanako Tawha stomped on the victim's head as he lay on the ground.
Chiefs face Crusaders in Hamilton for first Super Rugby match of season
Coach Clayton McMillan said the match was an exciting way to kick-start the 2024 season.
Te Awamutu entities gain sport and recreations awards
Record number of nominations from around the Waikato region for 2023 Sport Waikato awards.
Action-packed line-up of Waikato winners
Winners have been chosen in the Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards.
Community hero resuscitates local lifeguard service
The club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.
Nuclear testing medals handed out to four veterans
New Zealand sent two naval frigates for Operation Grapple in 1957.
Kihikihi bowlers help make wishes come true
Bowls team led by Henry Te Moni wins Make-A-Wish Tournament.
Genesis scholarships support Huntly students
Te Wharekura o Rakaumanga and Huntly College teachers selected 15 students.
'Severe pain': Dairy worker who had thumb sliced off speaks of struggles
Trayd Tahau, who was high on meth at the time, has now been jailed.
Motorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by police
Paeroa residents could expect delays on the roads today.
Mt Tihia tramp evades walkers once again
Find out what Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs have been up to this week.