Battery disposal sparks Hamilton fires
Council is warning people to dispose of lithium batteries correctly after several fires.
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Award-winning Māori artwork inspired by ancestors
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award works at Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato.
Beach home destroyed by landslip to be sold at $1 reserve
95-year-old owner had to be rescued after floods knocked his home off its foundations.
Rugby: Whanganui women cruise into inaugural North Island Heartland series final
'Nothing but smiles all around for the whole weekend.'
'A class mare': Nothing can slow Mustang Valley
Battle between class against the guts and the winter warrior fitness of Justaskme.
Watch: Major parties face off in rural issues debate
The debate will focus on the issues affecting New Zealanders outside major city centres.
‘Fake’ tiny house: Illegal eyesore or work of art?
Council decision doesn’t mean shipping containers need resource consent.
'He had such a special place in my heart': Heartbroken mum fears missing son has drowned
The mother of Firth of Thames fisherman and dad-of-three Samuel McAlister wants him home.
'Best players in the world': Hamilton to host international league final
Big year on the rugby league calendar for Hamilton stadium.
How to apply for Waipā rates rebate
Government scheme provides up to $750 rates relief for those in need.
Hamilton to host Young Farmer Grand Final
Hamilton is set to play host to one of the biggest farming events of 2024.
Tongariro National Park Treaty talks restart but dark clouds loom
A significant portion of the tribe’s ancestral lands remains in the conservation estate.
'Staggering': Police appalled by number of drink drivers
Police staff breath-tested 5273 drivers in the city last weekend.
Waikato Business Awards finalists chosen
The Chamber of Commerce has chosen 21 finalists for the Waikato business Awards.
Cathedral Cove rāhui: Facebook post told how to access beach
The post described using a damaged track at the site.
More Lotto luck for Waikato town
Eight players won Lotto second division in Wednesday night’s draw.
Comment: Act now to save Coromandel seaside towns
OPINION: Proposed changes to Hauraki Gulf Maritime Park will be bad news for residents.
TA make Waikato Plate final
Thames fall to Te Awamutu 3-2 in Waikato Plate thriller at Te Awamutu's stadium.
Great snow at Ruapehu not translating into bumper business
Skiers and snowboarders have enjoyed some of the best conditions at Ruapehu in years.
Lake Taupō tragedy: Coroner rules on death of couple found floating on shore
Trevor Wiringi, 50, Helen Smith, 49, both of Rotorua, were found dead on October 16, 2020.
State Highway 2 closed following crash in Waikato
Emergency services are responding to a single-vehicle crash on SH2 in Karangahake.
‘There’s no boyfriend, girlfriend status in my culture’: Man’s bigamy excuse
“He couldn’t immediately divorce her, but nevertheless wanted to move on with a new life.”
On the campaign trail: 'Secret costings' - Hipkins continues National tax plan attack
Labour has promised to train additional doctors.
Group launched to fight methane tax
“All we seek is that methane emissions policy be based on current, unrefuted science."
World-class pianists Michael Houston and Sarah Watkins to duet
Te Awamutu Music Federation celebrates 50 years with concert and book.
Waikato coach off to lead Portugal's first professional rugby club
Travis Church gets opportunity to take reins at Portugal's first professional rugby club.
Photo exhibition tells story of Hamilton in the 90's
A new exhibition at Taupō Museum gives a glimpse into the 90s.
Referees celebrate 2023
Aaron Leppard took home the main award, the TARRA most improved in 2023.
Mystery celebrity eyes up $1.8m coastal home in Bay of Plenty
Balinese-style pad in Maketu is a hidden gem.
Waikato highway closed after crash
Emergency services responded to the crash in Waitomo, Waikato, about 6.45pm Tuesday.
The Waikato way to play: fossils, films, and fiery beaches
Unearth fossils, discover thermal beaches and walk movie trails in Waikato.
First kiwi chick of the season for Taupō sanctuary
Emery - gender unknown - has arrived at the Crombie Lockwood Kiwi Burrow.
Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake enters new heating phase
Volcanic Alert Level remains at 1, but this could still mean earthquakes, gas and steam.