The dynamic locks joined the team last season and provided influential height and strength

The 2023 New Zealand Cross Country Championships got under way on November 11.

Events to look out for in the next weeks, including musical version of classic movie.

Jess Nielsen has reached new heights as a female apprentice.

A crash in Palmerston North between a car and a motorcycle has also left more injured.

Jaden Minhinnick hit the victim twice with the machete in front of his frightened family.

The rugby league all-time great didn't hold back in his typical, gritty fashion.

No challenge is too big for this tough-as-nails librarian.

Award-winning rose named after a 'brave' little girl.

Resealing works and safety improvements were meant to start last Sunday.

An inquest into Joseph Bruce Carter's death is traversing issues in mental health care.

This year was one of the most successful Te Awamutu Craft Fairs says organiser.

It has been almost two years since Tom Phillips and his children disappeared.

Leslie Peter Ross' history includes kidnap, rape and wounding with intent to injure.

The awards will be handed out on December 14.

There's plenty to be hospitable about in the Waikato.

There's finally been some sunshine for our local walking groups this week.

Music, meat and medieval combat combine at Mystery Creek's Meatstock

Taupō's Kyle Merewether is heading to Hamilton to take on his toughest fight yet.

Te Awamutu fire chief awards honorary life membership to Gold Star recipient.

A popular program of outdoor events in the Central Plateau will return this summer.

The children’s father was surprised to find the huge lump sitting on the kitchen bench.

A falcon release project in Taupō has reached a new milestone.

Tauhara College has celebrated the return of its popular Japan trip after Covid-19.

Find out what's been brilliant and baffling to the people of the Taupō region this week.

A dedicated group of Taupō seniors are raising funds for a host of good causes.

Highly contagious disease could potentially cause significant economic losses for farmers.

Sean Wilson savagely attacked his partner, beating and kicking her in the head and face.

Phillips and kids Jayda, 9, Maverick, 8, Ember, 6, first went missing in September 2021.

Accidents are causing delays on SH1 south of Hamilton.