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Fatal crash in Waipa may have happened hours before police report
Police are investigating the cause of a fatal crash in Waipā.
Chiefs Manawa picks strong team in bid for home final
Charmaine Smith sits second on the Super Rugby Aupiki competition table for lineouts won.
'Loosehead Len' to return to his Coromandel roots
Journalist Phil Gifford set to speak at event in Whangamatā this month.
Steam rising: Waikato Club Rugby gets underway for 2024
United Matamata Sports will play three of its first four 2024 matches at home.
Kids still playing chicken with trains on notorious rail bridge
There are more trains now than ever before, but young people continue to dice with death.
Uncertain future for historic Waihi Art Centre and Museum
'A night at the museum' to help decide historic building's fate.
Person dies in hospital after SH5 crash
It's the second fatal crash in the area in two days.
Waikato motocross racers to go to hell this weekend
The No Way In Hell Extreme Enduro takes place near Kawhia on Saturday.
Inclusive youth holiday programme comes to Hamilton
Applications are now open for the 2024 To the Front Kirikiriroa youth music programme.
From rat-infested tip to a thing of beauty: The story of Hamilton Gardens
Peter Sergel tells the history of the world-renowned attraction.
TA Rugby Sports & Recreation Club welcomes third life member
The avid cyclist has been involved in the club for around 30 years.
Te Awamutu Sports rugby ready to kick off 2024 campaign
Prop Tom Woelders has moved north after representing Wairarapa Bush in 2023.
Chiefs players Norris and Nanai-Seturo celebrate 50th games this weekend
The Gallagher Chiefs will play Moana Pasifika in Hamilton on Saturday.
Repair cost for Thames water supply line still to be determined
A third-party contractor did some damage to the line on March 22.
Karangahake Gorge to close for five nights
Traffic would be reduced to a single lane from April 7.
Two former Waikato boys departing for overseas rugby gigs
After returning from injury, Fergus Burke will play out rest of 2024 season.
Ian Foster gives back to his Te Awamutu sports community
Foster returned to his former rugby club as the world awaits his next career move.
Enrich+ gallery showcases local entries for IHC Art Awards 2024
Mayor Susan O'Regan has also been asked to pick three pieces for the Art Studio Awards.
Tūrangi Garden Club donates $3000 to Tongariro wetlands project
After a garden ramble fundraiser, a Tūrangi group has made a conservation donation.
Critical injuries in crash northwest of Rotorua, one dead in earlier crash
The road has now reopened.
Costs climb for new loos at popular Tairua domain
More than just a wee change suggested for public toilet project
'Left their exit too late': Fisherman swept to his death likely caught by vicious 'short tide'
Laken Watene's body has never been recovered.
'Being reviewed': Search for missing 79yo in Pureora Forest hits 11th day
A large search team has been trying to find the missing woman.
Drugs, illegal firearms seized in Matamata police raids
Police say they're pleased to be able to remove firearms from circulation.
New loos and one-way street for Te Awamutu
Part of the upgrade will include replacing the toilet facility with a four-pan block.
Taupō Supercars tickets sold out for main race days
Tickets are still available for Friday's action.
Two cars crashing into power pole results in minor injuries
Details of latest accident come after the Easter weekend road toll hit a record high.
New movie to tell story of Ōrākau battle through Māori eyes
Today marks the 160th anniversary of the battle.
Ka Whawhai Tonu: The Battle of Ōrākau finally told through the eyes of Māori
The new film commemorates a pivotal Waikato land war.
Tourism funding on the chopping block as Waikato councils face 'tough times'
Several local councils proposed major funding cuts for the regional body.
Few chances to be yourself says Rainbow community member
Rainbow Hub Waikato is designed as a safe place for the LGBTQIA+ community.
The story of Waikato's first NPC title
1992, 16 years after the start of the NPC, saw Waikato rugby claim their first title.