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Waikato eels given safe path to sea thanks to innovative pump
The prototype pump had a successful trial at the Huntly golf course pump station.
January consumer spending up, hospitality spending drops
Data from Worldline shows a slight lift in consumer spending in January.
Smart use of power is helping ease cost of living pressures
The aim of the Healthy Homes Program is to reduce power use by 30 to 40 per cent.
Mother and son grab titles at powerlifting champ's
Lifters power up at GPCNZ Equipped championships and Deadlift Only contest.
'Person of interest' speaking to police after suspicious fire in Hamilton
First emergency calls came in just after 1am with reports of multiple people in building.
Taupō to Tūrangi SH1 closures extended
Waka Kotahi has announced more closures due to weather hampering progress.
'It seems to be shrouded in some mystery': Social hub to open to the public
The manager of Taupō's Waiora House says there's "mystery" around it.
Raglan road works close State Highway 23 overnight for three weeks
NZTA says the road to Raglan will be 'smoother than the left-hander at Manu Bay'.
Divot stomping all part of the day at inaugural Festival of Polo
There will be action on and off the field at the unique event.
'He was a ticking time bomb': Man stabbed sex worker over $250 drug debt
Tahi-O-Hurae Rangiawha took his grievance into his own hands with serious consequences.
Whatawhata crash victim named
A woman who died in a car crash on Saturday night was from Raglan.
Road to close on key Waikato-BoP route
A road over the Kaimai Range will be closed overnight at times over the next few months.
Hamilton hosts women's heavyweight title fight
Hamilton's Trina Smith to face Northland Kauri women's rugby player Trish Vaka.
Chiefs reveal new Super Rugby captain
The 63-game Chiefs' veteran will take over the reins for 2024.
SPCA offers half-price pets as adoption rates drop
Pet adoption rates have dropped, putting pressure on the SPCA.
Police seek information on Whatawhata car crash
The crash left one person critically injured.
Two stricken fishermen plucked from rocks in dramatic helicopter rescue at Port Waikato
The two men were winched aboard Auckland's Westpac Rescue Helicopter this afternoon.
'Foolish old man': Osteopath who performed sex act on patient revealed
Joe Crozier nonconsensually penetrated a patient while her child was in the room.
Thunderbolts and lightning prompt a fitting end to Waikato's Summer Concert Series
Sizzling music on a soggy weekend makes for a steamy Summer Concert Series.
What's the deal with Auckland Anniversary?
Six regions celebrate Auckland Anniversary. What's that about and is it time for a change?
Senior mobster busted trying to import 1.1kg of meth in golf clubs
The clubs were sent from the United Kingdom but intercepted in Germany.
‘Water up to the car roof in five minutes’: Widow’s warning a year on from flood death
Family 'forever grateful' for neighbours' brave bids to save her husband, Jane Young says.
A year without Daniel: Dad finds comfort in Auckland flood victim's diary
His son just wanted to help, but Steve Miller is urging others to "leave it to the pros".
The small but mighty battle it out in NZ Bug of the Year
Contestants need a hard outer shell to make it in this competition.
Dad's growling stomach gets in the way of tiger cub gender reveal
The gender of two Sumatran tiger cubs born at Hamilton Zoo have been revealed.
Hidden truths central to French film-making masterclass
This subtitled French film follows the quiet drama in a group of old friends.
Personal protest takes money from public purse
One person's protest ignores public sentiment over pathway construction.
More kākāpō exiled from Waikato sanctuary
The birds arrived at Sanctuary Mountain in July and September last year.
Taupō tourism boss steps down, replacement sought
Wilson has headed Destination Great Lake Taupō since 2019.
Minister talks up four-lane highway from Waikato to BOP
Construction kicked off today on the $43.5 million dollar Piarere roundabout.
'Violent death': Man attacked before being found dead in Waikato River
The body of John Isaac was found at about 7pm last Thursday.
Waipa District 'open for business' with addition of big new industrial zone
Land originally zoned rural but some consents had been granted for industrial activity.