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'Globally rare' habitat could take hundreds of years to recover after massive fire
Since Monday, 1039ha of Whangamarino Wetland has gone up in flames.
New Zealand ranks in global travel trends for 2025 - thanks to Waikato
The Unpack report, an annual outlook on global travel trends, never featured NZ before.
Myeloma warrior woman: Hamiltonian's brave fight against incurable cancer
The 60yo showed no cancer signs until an unrelated netball injury landed her in hospital.
New Zealand news
Lotto: Two punters bag $500,000 each in First Division win
Powerball has now rolled over to $10 million for Wednesday night's draw.
Shark expert on fatal attack and the summer ahead: 'Society has come a long way since Jaws'
This summer will be critical to discover if the sharks have started returning.
One person injured following assault in Totara Heights, Auckland
Emergency services were called to the incident around 4pm.
Unapologetic Hamilton councillor won't face further consequences for rant
Andrew Bydder was found to have breached code of conduct but won't apologise.
Young Waikato volunteer shows community spirit
Te Awamutu Intermediate student grasps concept of volunteering for his community.
'World's best coach' Gatland 'won't leave Wales'
Rob Howley defends Gatland, calling him 'the best coach in the world' despite 11 straight defeats.
Waikato sports news
'World's best coach' Gatland 'won't leave Wales'
Rob Howley defends Gatland, calling him 'the best coach in the world' despite 11 straight defeats.
Robertson springs surprise selections for All Blacks' year-ending Italy clash
Veteran Sam Cane is given his farewell test appearance.
From $25k buy to $775k sale: Chad Ormsby's standout horse shines
'Amazing result' was 'just a credit to the horse, he’s an absolute weapon of an animal'.
Waikato business news
Waikato Business Award winners 2024 show sector's resilience
'Teamwork, tenacity and trust turned to gold for our whānau.'
'A lot of angry people': Workers at NZ's largest paper mill told of plans to halt production
Many workers chose to walk out of a meeting at Kinleith Mill this morning.
Kinleith Mill job losses feared with ‘change proposal’
Meeting scheduled for this morning as changes proposed at Tokoroa site.
Waikato lifestyle news
Rural news
Is this the start of a new aquaculture industry?
'This is a new era for sustainable marine farming in New Zealand.'
Fran O’Sullivan: Trump's trade vision could cost NZ $750m
OPINION: Trump's new commerce boss is a keen proponent of tariffs.
Secrets of berry farm’s success
Berry season is up and running with fruit arriving at supermarkets and greengrocers.
OneRoof property news
Real estate mama lays it all the line: 'Go big or go home'
Rising star juggles raising four children with selling houses.
Stressed owner selling unusual bush home before the bank steps in
Bargain property comes with historic jail.
Renowned Kiwi breast surgeon sells luxury bach to golfers for well above CV
Trophy home is one of many feeling the heat in Omaha.
Car news and advice
Lifestyle/Adventure finalists: 2024 AA DRIVEN Car Guide NZ Car of the Year
These are the top three finalists from the Lifestyle/Adventure category for 2024.
Jake Paul’s boxing entrance revives iconic ’90s custom Chevy ute
Paul leveraged a nostalgic nod to the '90s custom truck scene.
Passenger finalists: 2024 AA DRIVEN Car Guide NZ Car of the Year
These are the top three finalists from the Passenger category for 2024.
More Waikato news
Reflection Day: Chance to showcase environmental gains
Pirongia enviroschool shares achievements and outcomes with community.
Taupō Lions at large in the community
The local Lions Club has clocked up lots of hours fundraising for the community.
Social action spurs student to help foodbank
Year 10 students put their social action plan into helping this Christmas.
Taupōnui-a-Tia College student leaders 'well aware' of predecessors' legacy
Tawhai, Vanya, Mia and Scarlet said they were ready to fill the big shoes.
Tūrangi Foodbank gears up for annual Food Drive
Tūrangi's annula food drive is happening on Monday.
‘Sweet baby Maverick’: Marokopa child marks milestone while still missing
Tom Phillips and his three children were spotted in the Marokopa bush last month.