Waikato HeraldNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
Waikato HeraldChristmas holiday road toll halves again but police say ‘still too many’Seven people died on the roads over the Christmas period, down from 15 the year before.04 Jan 06:29 PM
Waikato HeraldFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
Waikato Herald'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
Waikato Herald'Got a long way to go': Teen skier continues hospital fight after shattering legs on Mt RuapehuThe 13-year-old fell about 8m off a cliff while skiing at Whakapapa in October.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSuspicious fire tears through Coromandel kiwifruit orchardThe blaze near Pāuanui started just before midnight and spread rapidly.06 Dec 06:15 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice alerted as kids' heart charity targeted in alleged fundraising fraudThe charity has publicly distanced itself from a motorcycle ride planned in its name.25 Nov 04:16 AM
Waikato Herald'Incredible people': Friends mourn US couple killed in Waikato crashThe pair died on SH1 earlier this month, with three others seriously injured. 28 Oct 10:56 PM
Waikato HeraldFugitive Tom Phillips' death, return of kids continues to capture world's attentionAll three of Tom Phillips' children are now safe after being found at a remote campsite. 09 Sep 03:22 AM
LifestyleKiwi teen author makes Time's 'Girls of the Year' listSurprisingly, the Tokoroa 17-year-old once 'hated writing'.18 Aug 02:27 AM
Waikato HeraldControversial 'Everyone Must Go!' campaign hailed a 'winner'Nearly 8000 extra Aussies visited in autumn, injecting an extra $22m into the NZ economy. 24 Jul 03:24 AM
Waikato HeraldIs your ski field open? What to know about the snow ahead of school holidaysThe forecast brings hope for skiers amid a warm, wet June.26 Jun 07:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Strong future': Accor reveals vision for iconic Taupō resortThe company is taking over management of Wairakei Resort from its Malaysia-based owners. 15 May 03:00 AM
SportBroken ribs, punctured lung: NZ Olympic medallist in hospital after crashHayden Wilde must stay in Japan for several weeks as he recovers from his injuries. 04 May 09:10 PM
