Latest Waikato news
Hong Kong Jockey Club pays $625k for Savabeel colt at Karaka
The colt, from Trelawney Stud, will be trained in Australia before heading to Hong Kong.
'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small town
Ohakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.
'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boost
The Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.
Alexia Phillips to attempt shearing world record
World Sheep Shearing Records Society confirmed Alexia Phillips’ February bid this week.
Karaka Millions: Te Akau takes out mega money double at Ellerslie
Two fillies combined with two Australian jockeys to continue the stable's domination.
Karaka Millions: Orchestral claims 4yo mile after 10 magical seconds
Six months of doubt for Orchestral disappeared in just seconds at Ellerslie tonight.
Watch: ‘Unforgettable’ - orca pod stuns surfers with close encounter
'Time just froze as it glided past. You can’t explain the feeling.'
‘Inappropriate’: Young girls on stage for raunchy Savage Soundsplash show
A concerned attendee said Savage sang edgy lyrics while young girls were on stage.
‘Nobody followed through’: Mum’s fight for justice after dog attack on young daughter
The owner was banned from owning dogs for five years after the attack.
Shootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birds
Nineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.
'I would be scared 24/7': Hindu priest convicted for gouging woman's eyes, other assaults
Jainesh Prasad now risks being deported from New Zealand.
Have you seen missing woman Gracie?
Police say Gracie was last seen on January 17 around Fairmont St, Ngāruawāhia.
YMP Waka Ama club shines with 6 golds at nationals
YMP Waka Ama Club dominated the junior races at the sprint nationals. Here's why.
Congestion builds as Aucklanders flock to holiday hotspots
Traffic may worsen into the weekend, with rain predicted for much of the North Island.
'Upsetting': Police appeal for witnesses after serious Waikato crash
Police said support services will be available for those first on the scene.
Govt hints at ‘major’ mining announcement next week
Christopher Luxon acknowledged sensitivity but emphasised the need for growth.
Crash involving truck at National Park
The crash is at the intersection of State Highway 47/SH4.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 hidden gem beaches – how to vote for the winner
The hidden gem shortlist has been chosen and now you can vote for your favourite.
Orchestral must shrug off bum notes of this season
She has strong backing for Karaka Millions night but recent showings have been below par.
Trainer’s party night advice: ‘Get on the Bourbon train’
Trainer Stephen Marsh sounds a little like a liquor salesman before the Karaka Millions.
'Wet weekend': Rain, hot muggy nights for start of Auckland Anniversary Weekend
Warm, muggy temperatures cloak the North Island with only one cloudless day.
Watch: Logs fly after trailer dramatically detaches on highway
The video shows cars swerving to avoid flying timber and debris.
Sexual assault probe at popular music festival for teens
A festivalgoer told the Herald he woke up and noticed detectives around a taped-off tent.
Why the Māori Queen’s visit to Rātana marks a new era
The Kīngitanga and Te Pāti Māori will be welcomed at 3pm Thursday.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 camping beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 camping beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Search warrants executed in Christchurch after woman dies following Waikato brawl
The 42-year-old died after a violent brawl in broad daylight.
'Ease ratepayer burden': Hamilton council proposes fairer alcohol licence fees for residents
Fees would increase by 34% in 2025/26, 20% in 2026/27, and 3% annually thereafter.
Teenagers face dishonesty charges after spate of crime in Coromandel
The alleged offenders could have been involved in several incidents since early January.
Zen-sational sale! Japanese-themed house snapped up by out-of-town buyer
Sale price well above the property's $780,000 RV.
Is mohair the next big thing for Kiwi farmers?
Michael and Susie Woodward run 250 Angora goats alongside dairy cows at Cowgora Hills.
Take a look at Herald's summer photo competition winners
From 6000 entries we had to choose just three winners.
One dead after two-vehicle crash outside Putāruru
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 4.50pm.