Latest Waikato news
'Left in the dark': Waikato college parents blast school over threat closure
'These kids were really scared.'
‘Not overflowing with opportunities’: NZR on offshore benefits for Chiefs' coach
The Chiefs' head coach will head to Ireland on a three-year deal in July.
Man completes Waikato River challenge fueled by kumara - survives getting lost
'I don’t know how you get lost on a one-way river.'
Super Rugby sides reveal new Marvel-inspired strips
New Zealand Super Rugby sides are going full Super Hero mode.
Hauraki Plains College receives second threat, school closed today
The first threat came yesterday morning. Last night, there was another one.
'Phenomenal': Helen Clark thanks father on his 103rd birthday
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark says her dad has a 'great determination to live'.
1995 to 2025: Best friends and co-owners of Hamilton's Rocket Coffee earn spot in global list
Never having drunk it before he was unaware that “coffee doesn’t come all ready to drink”.
Racing: Mike Moroney’s death casts shadow over Savaglee’s Melbourne run
'Even though he had been having treatment he was in good spirits, sharp as a tack.'
Breeding the "Wagyu of the lamb world"
In 2016, the Reeves started breeding their own sheep, called Waimai CharaBlack.
‘A champion bloke’: Melbourne Cup-winning Kiwi trainer dies
The racing world has been stunned by the sudden death of champion trainer Mike Moroney.
‘Dangerous and reckless’: Police escort mining company truck away from protesters
The protesters dismissed mining company OceanaGold's description, saying it was 'low-key'.
Threat made to Hauraki Plains College, young person questioned by police
Police say there’s no ongoing concern, and they’re not seeking anyone else.
'Onwards and upwards': Wildlife sanctuary out of the woods for now
In June, SMM said it was struggling financially and could be forced to close.
‘Benefit us all’: ‘Historic’ partnership deal signed
Ngāti Hāua Iwi Trust and Ruapehu District Council have signed a confidential agreement.
McMillan leaving Chiefs for Munster
Clayton McMillan will depart as Chiefs coach at the end of the current Super Rugby season.
Rugby & Rhythms, Ironman and Boon – here's what's on in the Waikato
What events are on in the Waikato?
Watch: On board with 300 Warriors fans flying to Las Vegas
Shaun Johnson helped serve dinner on the flight, surprising fans.
'Came from left field': Racing ban shocks greyhound trainers
The greyhound industry reacts to the proposed racing ban.
MP to meet ministry over 230 job losses at Kinleith Mill
The mill will cease all paper production before July 2025.
Are you a winner? Lucky punter bags $10.5 million in Powerball jackpot
The winning numbers have been drawn.
‘Crazy and unreal’: Bach bought for $300K sells for more than $2m
Buyer response had been "nothing short of phenomenal", says agent.
Super Rugby team lists: Chiefs lose another to season-ending injury
All the ins and outs ahead of the third round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
Police shoot runaway bull after two people injured in Hamilton
Emergency services were alerted to a 'loose bull running around'.
‘Forever in your debt’: Family speak out after man died saving brother on Lake Taupō
Vincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.
'Best days of my life': NZ Forest Products Ltd workers reunite for last time
More than 260 people travelled from across New Zealand and Australia to Tokoroa.
One person taken to hospital after two-vehicle crash in Hamilton
The crash happened on Abbotsford and Victoria Sts in Hamilton about 4.35pm today.
Waikato farmer cautiously optimistic about visa rule changes
“It’s not a game-changer, but is going in the right direction."
‘It’s been a grind': The former All Black preparing for his first Ironman
He's training with All Blacks Performance Coach Nic Gill for the event.
Arrests made after burglary accused walk past police station
In total, four people are before the courts after three separate burglaries in Waihī.
‘I laid out crystal-clear expectations’: PM got assurance from Bayly he would behave
Bayly gone after putting hand on staffer's arm. Four months ago, he called man a loser.
Highwaymen on the road in remembrance of Eddie Low
Quartet's 2025 tour a salute to Eddie Low.
Last stretch of metal road on NZ’s state highways finally sealed
Contractors finished 12km of tarseal through Tāngarākau Gorge on SH43.
Rural community still cherishes their hall
The Hunga Hunga Hall has been part of the Waikato rural community since 1954.