Latest Waikato news
'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'
A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.
One dead following single-vehicle crash, SH5 near Mamaku closed
The Serious Crash Unit are conducting a scene examination, Police said.
International cricket umpire inducted in Walk of Fame
Te Awamutu cricket legend receives personalised pou.
Hikers rescued after river floods exit in Kaimāī Range
Police urge preparation after two rescues and a death in Kaimāī Range over long weekend.
'I can't go to jail': Colombian refugee tries to convince teen to drop sex charges
The victim was repeatedly sexually assaulted by three men. All have now been sentenced.
Pope Francis defied doctors' orders to rest, spent final days working
The Pope died on Monday, aged 88.
Meteorologists say wild weather's over for rest of school holidays
This week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.
Drop in success rate, higher attrition: Police flag challenges to hit 500 new cops target
Police have flagged challenges meeting the target of 500 new cops within two years.
Woman used company card to steal from early childhood employer
Police prosecutor: 'It was deeply cynical and calculated and persistent.'
One dead, two seriously injured in Waikato crash
Emergency services were called to the crash just after 4pm.
Kiwi galloping hero overcomes setback as HK riches loom
Top New Zealand horse El Vencedor is back on track for the richest race of his career.
'Too much of a risk' - Agents to fire landlords who ignore Healthy Homes deadline
Firms send out warnings as July 1 cut-off looms.
One person dead after falling into river near Wairere Falls
Police, search and rescue staff located the man’s body late this afternoon.
One person dead in farm vehicle accident near Taupō
A person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle near Taupō on April 19.
'It’s like stepping into a calling': Six police graduates deployed to BoP
'We are the ones who stand in the way of injustice.'
Auckland back under severe thunderstorm watch; homes without power for four days
Vector says some power outages remain due to 'significant damage'.
'Talking point': 1930 Ford pick-up turns heads at farmers' markets
A Coast & Country story about a Ford pick-up.
Three Lotto players share $1 million Easter windfall
Three Lotto players won $333,333 each in Saturday's draw.
Chiefs put Highlanders to sword after dominant second half
The Chiefs have run rampant in Hamilton, scoring five unanswered second-half tries.
Man missing after falling into river near Wairere Falls, Waikato
Fire and Emergency NZ and LandSAR are assisting police in the search.
Trainer celebrates Ellerslie double before Hong Kong QEII Cup
Trainer in hot form leading into huge Hong Kong week.
SH35 on East Cape partially closed as Cyclone Tam continues to lash NZ
A potential low-system is set to form on the northeast coast of New Zealand.
'Really excited': Waikato farming family's hazelnut success
The Scott family ran a small beef operation but felt they needed to diversify.
‘I love my life’: How a mother found hope after her darkest days
Lynda Hills struggled with her mental health throughout her youth.
Empty field could be worth mega millions in Kāinga Ora sell-off
Is the Government sitting on a goldmine?
Matamata mare seeking Holy Grail – a Group 1 win in Australia
Major race wins across the Tasman have been hard to come by for NZ's best horses in 2025.
Coromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages on
Roads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.
16 Lotto players win over $17k each – where the tickets were sold
One player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.
No 'fundamental failures' with management of bootcamp youth who escaped tangi – review
Oranga Tamariki is also still refusing to provide details about alleged reoffending.
Jack Fagan joins NZ shearing tour team
Jack Fagan will compete, as Mark Grainger can't leave his drought-stricken farm.
Ex-cyclone Tam in BoP Waikato: Boaties advised to cancel Easter plans
Bay of Plenty faces up to 250mm of rain, with warnings in Rotorua and Kaimai Range.
Cardiologist to Olympians honoured for impact of his research
Martin Stiles has also helped fix the hearts of Olympic medal winners.
Waikato rescue helicopter crash caused by 'vortex ring state', investigation finds
It marks what may be the first crash directly caused by the phenomenon.