Traffic disruption as police descend on Whitiora
Police are executing search warrants in the Hamilton suburb of Whitiora.
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New programme unlocking volunteers' potential through mentorship
A new scheme in Taupō aims to give a helping hand to governance volunteers.
Free event to learn more about the buildings that make up Te Awamutu town centre
A project is turning social history research on CBD buildings into an historic book.
Christmas Sleigh Raffle tradition continues
Rosetown Lions prepare for their first year running the Christmas Sleigh Raffle.
Waikato farmers swap tractors for surfboards
The annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.
Coming to a town near you: 10 questions with Dutch-NZ trio My Baby
Trio set for 14-date NZ summer tour including Whangamatā Beach Break and Rhythm & Alps.
'It will test me': The areas Sam Cane wants to improve while in Japan
'The sole focus is just to play well, try and improve as a rugby player.'
Waipa District Council boss to retire after nearly 45 years
Waipā council chief executive is retiring after more than 44 years with the council.
Youngsters rev up for promising riding career
Three young motocross riders have come away with a heap of trophies.
Four shows only in lead-up to Christmas
Talos present Countdown to Christmas - a festive fundraiser.
SH1 closed, four injured in crash near Karapiro
Serious Crash Unit notified after four people taken to hospital following incident.
Teen mum inflicts brain injury on baby, only feeds him sugar and water
The injured boy is likely to experience significant health and developmental issues.
Vehicle avoids smashing through ANZ, flips onto footpath
Three patients were treated and then transported to Waikato Hospital.
Kākāpō sent to live on an island after 'parachute' escape attempts
Three birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.
'Brutal and beautiful' Chiefs Manawa squad named for 2024 season
'Weekly selection is going to be tough,' says head coach Crystal Kaua.
Uber Nan's secret: 'It's all about the shortbread'
Uber driving Nan sweetens the deal with shortbread.
Wheelchair Wagon still on a roll 40 years later
A pressing need in the community has been met by dedicated volunteers since 1983.
David Tamihere appeal: Lawyer claims convictions relied on dangerous evidence
Swedish tourists Urban Hoglin and Heidi Paakkonen went missing in 1989.
Auckland-bound Air NZ flight grounded in Hamilton after smell of gas
Passengers disembarked after the plane had to land at Hamilton Airport this morning.
Film review: Napoleon
Film tells Napoleon's story, albeit inaccurately, on a grand historic and cinematic scale.
Police officer's actions 'unjustified' in arrest after crash
Officers attended the accident on the outskirts of Taupō in 2020.
It's more than just a race - Cycle Challenge gets personal for many
Some people are pushing the limits of possibility during the Taupō Cycle Challenge.
Waterside wanders for Taupō's walkers
Find out where Taupō's walkers have been tramping this week.
Taupō charity seeks ray of hope
Ray White Taupō is asking generous locals to help make Christmas magical.
Taupō and Tūrangi sports results
Find out how the Taupō and Tūrangi area's sport's teams have done this week.
Meet Awha - who could be your new dog
Sweet, gentle-natured pup Awha is looking for a new home.
Motocross: Yeoman and Parkes lead way
Te Awamutu’s Nixon Parkes dominated the 90-minute junior grade race.
Head Hunter seriously injured after bike crash travelling back from Foxton tangi
The bikie was returning to Auckland from the funeral of William ‘Bird’ Hines near Foxton.
Opinion: You do not need bombs and missiles to decimate an indigenous population
Māori leadership mobilises to prepare for battle with new Government.
Choral concert to kick off Christmas festivities
Taupō Choral and Rotorua District Choir have joined forces for a special performance.
Watch: 'Emotional' moment Kiwi mum breaks world powerlifting record
Top powerlifter and mum of two Ashleigh Hoeta has broken NZ - and now world - records.
Three Waikato houses stand out in national House of the Year Awards
A Cooks Beach home featuring local stone is one of three winning Waikato properties.
One family adds 25,000 plants to ecological corridor
Beautifying the Mangapiko Stream will enhance its mana.
'We would have been annihilated': Pensioner's flooded flat to be demolished
Brian Thorne is upset to be losing his home by the sea.