Latest Waikato news
Gang member walks into police station wearing Mongrel Mob cap
Police enforce the Gang Act, arresting members for displaying insignia and other offences.
'He didn't walk there': Missing man's mother has questions after remains found on isolated farm
She is grateful 'he's not lost any more' but has few answers about how her son died.
Arrest made after aggravated robbery at Hamilton bar
A 31-year-old man allegedly presented a knife to a bartender, demanding and taking money.
Police respond to possible sighting of armed people on college campus
Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.
'Gratuitous violence': Man jailed after stabbing rival gang members
Marty Te Rangi says he is remorseful and wants to become a better person.
'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two years
Police are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.
Service station damaged in Hamilton ram raid
The ram raid happened at the St Andrews Service Station on Braid Road.
Review: Justice a 'gritty' movie but characters’ humanity stands out
Jen Shieff reviews Justice, a detective thriller set in Poland in the 90s.
People came in their droves to Waihī Beach festival
Big events will help bring opportunity into the coastal town, organiser says.
Podmore's mood test showed 'really concerning scores', inquest hears
The cyclist was never referred for a detailed psychological assessment.
Victims traumatised: Teen robber on e-bail robs petrol station, twice
One of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.
Whitianga waterfront project now up for discussion
New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.
Humble jandal celebrated in Coromandel festival
The summer jandal is to be celebrated in Tairua.
Paige Suisted's cancer journey
Doctors have told Paige Suisted she has 18 months to live. She is determined to live each moment to the fullest.
Wallace Sititi named breakthrough player of the year
Several All Blacks and Black Ferns were named in the best teams of the year respectively.
Students 'in tears': Proposal to axe 'invaluable' apprenticeship
The Waipā campus in Rotorua is 'the only facility of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere'.
Deadly boat capsize shows importance of sandbar crossing safety - Coroner
An experienced boatie died when his boat capsized on Tairua bar in January 2022.
Two fatal crashes in BoP and Waikato
Two people have died and others are injured following two crashes on Saturday.
Thomas races to more Baypark success
Elias Dykstra wins second round of Super Stock series in tight competition.
Restoration project revives 1956 TrailLite caravan
TrailLite's Peter Newman worked 25 to 30 hours a week to get the caravan good as new.
What caused 'objectionable flavour in milk' in 1925?
Kem Ormond takes a look at the world of farming back in the day.
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 critically hurt in brawl at Hamilton home
Police are investigating after finding one person critically injured.
Police investigating after group fight leaves one person critical
Victim taken to Waikato Hospital after police respond to brawl.
Waitak and Karman Line face tough challenge in Counties Bowl
Pukekohe racing heats up as elite fields challenge trainers at Counties Cup meeting.
Stressed owner selling unusual bush home before the bank steps in
Bargain property comes with historic jail.
Rotorua teen prostitution ring: Five men admit being customers
Details have been revealed about five men caught up in an underage prostitution ring.
Is this the start of a new aquaculture industry?
'This is a new era for sustainable marine farming in New Zealand.'
'The All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player’ – The career of Sam Cane
Sam Cane – 'the All Blacks‘ most under-appreciated player'.
Weathering the storm: Rural Support Trust helps farmers in need
'It was set up by a group of like-minded farmers with a passion to help others.'
'That's the way love goes': Man tells police after beating partner so viciously he needed breaks
Dalton Taylor's city centre attack lasted more than seven minutes.