Waikato news
Risk of flooding, slips amid potential severe thunderstorms over North Island
People across the Central North Island are being warned of more thunderstorm action today.
Kiwi Jack Fagan wins world's richest speed shear
Te Kūiti's Fagan triumphs in a field stacked with talent.
Fast-food proposal decision slowed down as council requests more info
The hearings on the Tīrau Starbucks and Burger King proposal are yet to be scheduled.
Lotto Powerball: One lucky Hamilton ticketholder is $10.5m richer
Tonight's draw offered the chance for someone to become an instant multi-millionaire.
Cops take suspected explosive into police station – then call NZSAS bomb experts for help
Police arrested a man found with two guns, then had a surprise once back at the station.
Experts reveal the 10 best spots to stay during a NZ roadie
Experts reveal the iconic and lesser-known gems you shouldn't miss.
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'Round and round': One letter sent six times but never received
Robyn Bronlund-Stads sends mail to the same address monthly. She knows it's correct.
Waikato pretty 'choice' place, new competition shows
People vote for choicest suburb, playground, bush, dairy, toilet, landmark and legend.
Seeds of hope: Globally rare habitat shows signs of recovery after 1000ha blaze
The October fire released about $9.6m worth of carbon into the atmosphere.
New Zealand news
$673,000 cash, 11.3kg meth found in drug searches, court hears
Crown says Sunia To'ofohe was a drug dealer; defence says he's a victim of poor policing.
‘Lost control’: Sergeant accused of attacking soldier during exercise
The attack occurred after the soldier insulted a sergeant in late 2023.
Two new polls show Labour/Greens/Te Pāti Māori can form Government, NZ headed in wrong direction
The polls also show the gap closing between Hipkins and Luxon in the preferred PM rankings
Delays on SH25, SH3 closed after separate, serious crashes
SH3 is still closed at Mokau after a truck rolled near Te Mahoe Rd.
Man accused of striking police officer with car appears in court
The incident happened at 8pm on Wednesday in Huntly.
Speed limit hike on SH5 ‘reckless’, raises crash concerns
An independent study found the 80km/h limit prevented 34 crashes in a year.
Waikato sports news
Kiwi Jack Fagan wins world's richest speed shear
Te Kūiti's Fagan triumphs in a field stacked with talent.
‘Long overdue’: Year 14 rowers banned from Maadi Regatta
The new rules will take effect for this year’s regatta at Lake Karāpiro.
Tuxedo stakes Derby claim with dominant Waikato Guineas win
Tuxedo's dominant win at Te Rapa boosts his Derby prospects significantly.
Waikato business news
Fast-food proposal decision slowed down as council requests more info
The hearings on the Tīrau Starbucks and Burger King proposal are yet to be scheduled.
Work to start on NZ's biggest solar farm in 2025
It would create enough power to supply the equivalent of about 35,000 homes.
Is mohair the next big thing for Kiwi farmers?
Michael and Susie Woodward run 250 Angora goats alongside dairy cows at Cowgora Hills.
Waikato lifestyle news
Experts reveal the 10 best spots to stay during a NZ roadie
Experts reveal the iconic and lesser-known gems you shouldn't miss.
Kickdown Festival and Highland Games - here's what's on in the Waikato
What events are on in Waikato this weekend?
Rural news
NZ First introduces bill to fine ‘woke banks’ $500,000
Banks would be stopped withdrawing services from customers for purely 'woke' reasons.
Toa Henderson and Pagan Rimene win big at Otago Shears
Pagan Rimene successfully defended her title of New Zealand Woolhandler of the Year.
Watch: 'Get off!' Security stops Seymour driving Land Rover up Parliament steps
Parliament security demanded Seymour get off the steps immediately.
OneRoof property news
Architect’s stunner sells for over $12m as Queenstown tightens its grip on the rich
Share of prestige sales in the wealthy enclave has jumped in the last 12 months.
‘Absolute legend’: Iconic Mount Eden garden for sale
Proud owner and gardener Peter Brady died aged 90.
Why first-time buyers are unlikely to lose ground in 2025
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Car news and advice
Ridden: FTN Motion Streetdog80 review
Urban electric café racer gets a little faster, with the FTN Motion Streetdog80.
Toyota Woven City: the car company with everything now has its own futuristic town
It's a place where high-tech ideas can be developed and tested in the real world.
Bentley Residences: NZ$10.25m buys you access to a car-themed dog spa
World's first Bentley-branded apartment complex rolls out the red carpet for pets.
More Waikato news
Coromandel man accused of fatally shooting pig hunter granted bail until 2027
Stu Edmondson is accused of murdering a pig hunter and attempting to murder another.
'Extremely' valuable service medals stolen from family
Police are seeking information to reunite the medals with their owners.
Waikato towns to celebrate Waitangi Day with special events
There will be events in Hamilton, Tūrangi and Whitianga.
Truck and trailer roll: Person airlifted to hospital in serious condition
The incident happened on a private road off State Highway 3.
Bitumen spill wreaks havoc on vehicles along SH47 detour
A courier driver noticed tarseal wrapped around his truck's wheels.
Remains of 79yo Auckland tramper missing since March found in Waikato forest
The woman went missing while laying bait in the forest with her group.
Coroner rules out foul play in death of man whose body was found at a playground
VJ Tutai was likely in a low mood from drug withdrawal at the time of his death.
Missing Hamilton girl found ‘safe and well’
Police and her family had concerns for her wellbeing.