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Tough fight for “underdog” Merewether
Taupō's Kyle Merewether is heading to Hamilton to take on his toughest fight yet.
Life membership surprise as firefighter receives Gold Star award
Te Awamutu fire chief awards honorary life membership to Gold Star recipient.
Conservation event has something for everyone and their dog
A popular program of outdoor events in the Central Plateau will return this summer.
What these Coromandel kids found that's worth thousands
The children’s father was surprised to find the huge lump sitting on the kitchen bench.
Birds of a feather mark mountain milestone
A falcon release project in Taupō has reached a new milestone.
Sun rises again on school Japan trip
Tauhara College has celebrated the return of its popular Japan trip after Covid-19.
Taupō and Tūrangi thumbs up and thumbs down
Find out what's been brilliant and baffling to the people of the Taupō region this week.
Lions' fundraising a roaring success
A dedicated group of Taupō seniors are raising funds for a host of good causes.
'Silent weapon': Herd testing reveals rising BVD cases in Waikato
Highly contagious disease could potentially cause significant economic losses for farmers.
'I feel like I'm really going to kill you': Man told girlfriend locked in house
Sean Wilson savagely attacked his partner, beating and kicking her in the head and face.
Missing Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips: All the sightings and what we know
Phillips and kids Jayda, 9, Maverick, 8, Ember, 6, first went missing in September 2021.
Waikato highway traffic delayed by two crashes
Accidents are causing delays on SH1 south of Hamilton.
Mo bros to risk it with the brisket at burger eating contest
Burger eating contest to feed funds into men's health.
Fugitive Marokopa man in Piopio: Dad and child steal quad bike, smash storefront at 2am
Phillips and masked child caught on security footage in Piopio.
From King Country to France, rugby 'legend' Toby Arnold retires
After 232 appearances in France, Toby Arnold has hung up his boots.
Sharper: Nuanced and near-perfect drama
This clever and surprising neo-noir thriller draws in then hexes the viewer.
Sunshine comes out swinging for golfers
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs have fared this week.
Hamilton tech business wins contract with NZ Navy
The company will build a special training software for officers.
Hamilton burglary sparks police plea for sightings
Police are on the hunt for sightings of an alleged burglar in the Hamilton Lake area.
Kiwi cycling superstar claims Champions League crown
Kiwi cyclist Ellesse Andrews has claimed the UCI Track Champions League sprint honours.
One dead after Hamilton crash
The single-vehicle crash was reported to police at 3.50am.
Armistice Day: We will remember them
Service to remember Armistice Day and end of World War I.
Talent needed for Hitchcock thriller
Actors are needed for Centre Stage Taupō's new, thrilling production with a difference.
Iwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'
Taupō and Tūrangi adopt a pet: Meet Xena
Could you give a home to this smart, adaptable young dog?
Beef + Lamb New Zealand seeking views on beef genetics
The industry is being surveyed for its views on beef genetics and available genetic tools.
'You betrayed him': Family confront woman involved in kidnapping
Joshua Terrey was kidnapped and beaten before later being found dead in a park.
People losing up to $10k on Facebook tiny house scam
The tiny house-related scam that aims to take $10k from Waikato residents.
'Not a strong case': Rural mail operator loses injunction bid against NZ Post
THG's contract ended the day after the High Court's judgment was delivered.
Secrets of long-lasting fashion come out of the closet
Researchers want to understand what it will take for people to keep clothes longer.
Coromandel's SH25A to open before Christmas - three months early
The reopening of the road brings a welcome economic boost to the Coromandel Peninsula.
18-year-old arrested for aggravated robberies
18-year-old due to appear in Hamilton District Court charged with aggravated robbery.
World records tumble at powerlifting contest
Duelling powerlifters create history at Waikato contest.