Waikato news
Boon boom pow: Community to celebrate street art milestones
The annual festival will mark its 10th anniversary this year.
'Amazing to watch': Why Ray is hooked on pigeons
Ray Hooker began caring for pigeons at just 11 years old.
Police seeking witnesses after body found in burning car in Waikato
A woman parked on the roadside is of particular interest.
‘Her life had just begun’: Distraught family address toddler’s killer as she is jailed
The young woman became resentful over having to care for the 2-year-old.
The McKenzie motif: Why the Chiefs are playing ABs first-five at fullback again
McKenzie scored 20 of the Chiefs' 25 points in their round-one win over the Blues.
Genesis reports strong first half profit
Genesis net profit leaps past $70m in volatile environment.
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Confirmed: 230 workers to lose jobs as Kinleith Mill shuts paper production
Staff were called to an open-air meeting on the Tokoroa mill’s grounds.
Waikato town named among 'Most Welcoming Cities on Earth'
The destination received the accolade as part of Booking.com's Traveller Review Awards.
‘Seymour’s slop’: Lunch programme issues worry school
The primary school will get lunches from a local cafe until the end of the year. And then?
New Zealand news
Could you be a Lotto winner? $8m jackpot up for grabs
Jackpot rolls over after Wednesday's $6m prize wasn't struck.
China begins second military exercise in Tasman Sea
China notified NZ Defence of the live firing via radio channels on Saturday.
‘Kurupt Churchie man’: Ex-Air NZ worker who smuggled meth was a youth mentor
The 'Tongan Pablo' was respected both in church and the criminal underworld.
Fatal fight: Jury reaches verdict on logger who claimed self-defence
A jury has reached a verdict in the Nathan Moscrip High Court manslaughter case.
SH3 closed: Person ejected after van hits tree
The crash involved a van hitting a tree near Maraetaua and Pukenui Rds.
‘A blameless life’: Teacher supplied drugs to teens, sought to avoid conviction
'He was well-liked and respected in the community, or was until this happened.'
Waikato sports news
Rampant Chiefs race away from Crusaders
The Chiefs rode another dominant second half to their second straight Super Rugby win.
Chiefs romp to victory over Crusaders
All the action from the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Chiefs and Crusaders.
The McKenzie motif: Why the Chiefs are playing ABs first-five at fullback again
McKenzie scored 20 of the Chiefs' 25 points in their round-one win over the Blues.
Waikato business news
Genesis reports strong first half profit
Genesis net profit leaps past $70m in volatile environment.
The untold story of NZ’s only aircraft manufacturer
NZAero's 70-year story of war, survival & exports.
The final reunion: Former NZ Forest Products workers set to gather
Forest workers to descend on Tokoroa from far and wide.
Waikato lifestyle news
Uplifting ideas for your weekend: From free ice cream and music, to mermaids at Queens Wharf
Put down your phone, put aside your woes and get into the city for some fun.
'Amazing to watch': Why Ray is hooked on pigeons
Ray Hooker began caring for pigeons at just 11 years old.
Rural news
Dogs Yardley and Chuck to be honoured on Purple Poppy Day
Yardly and Chuck kept Kiwi soldiers safe in Afghanistan.
'Amazing to watch': Why Ray is hooked on pigeons
Ray Hooker began caring for pigeons at just 11 years old.
NZ log market steady despite China tariffs and inventory challenges - Marcus Musson
Sponsored content: Chinese NY slows demand, with log inventories rising to 4 million m3.
OneRoof property news
Mr Asia case: Drug gang’s historic links to $10m Bay of Islands mansion
Property for sale as NZ Herald explores notorious syndicate in true crime podcast.
Star architect’s quirky waterfront ‘palace’ for sale
Iconic home is one of two Ian Burrow designs up for grabs on the same day.
US businesswoman wants $15m-plus for her Auckland mansion
The sprawling Whitford estate has been the family’s holiday home since 2012.
Car news and advice
JAC T9 review: the ute that JAC built
Long-established truck maker's first go at a ute sets a new standard.
BYD Shark 6 first drive: a bigger boat
BYD's entry into the ute segment brings plug-in hybrid tech and segment-defining quality.
2026 Volvo XC60 updated with new tech and subtle design tweaks
Volvo has updated its perennial best-seller with subtle exterior tweaks and new tech.
More Waikato news
Police seek witnesses with footage before fatal Waikato motorcycle crash
The crash involved a red Triumph Rocket III motorcycle.
Police pour cold water on potential new sighting of fugitive father Tom Phillips
Police were alerted to four people dressed in camouflage clothes.
Police investigating after body found in burning car in Waikato
Trains have stopped and the road has been closed while police investigate.
Lakes mates: Neighbours team up for regional deal bid
'Working with our friends down the road.'
How fresh sighting of Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips and kids fits into timeline
Tom Phillips has been credibly sighted only a handful of times since disappearing in 2021.
Hamiltonian to walk in Relay for Life to help people 'open up' about diagnosis
Kezia Kurian's mother suspected she had cancer - but told no one.
Mother charged with reckless driving after fatal crash
Police alleged she may have been involved in a dispute with another driver.
‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundabout
The new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.