Save the Kiwi is less than $5k away from its goal
300 kiwi from Maungatautari are set to be moved to other parts of the country to thrive.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromWaikato News
All he wanted was a truck ride - now 40 truckies are coming to the party
Support from kind-hearted truckies for a surprise birthday convoy is on a roll.
Med school at Waikato uni is National's election promise
National's plan will also include more medical school placements at Auckland and Otago
Why some of NZ’s most famous buildings sit empty
Doors are closed at famed sites from the Rotorua Museum to the Chateau Tongariro.
‘No empathy’: Woman who bludgeoned neighbour says killing was justified
Christine Morris killed her neighbour with a hammer in 2010.
Rosetown Choristers concert raises money for Te Awamutu Foodbank
Rosetown Choristers concert raises $1200 for the Te Awamutu Foodbank.
Stephen Donald leads search for Rugby World Cup mascots
Defenders of Tomorrow: Kids who embody Bravery, Innovation, Positivity and Aroha.
Central North Island’s best Young Farmers prepare to ‘give everything they’ve got’ at Grand Final
Pirongia dairy farmer is putting her best foot forward in a final to claim victory.
'Pretty grim': Dairy farmers face feed shortage due to wet weather
Feds dairy chair says Waikato has not really had a decent dry spell since October.
Community to share in the fruit of their efforts
Te Awamutu Food Forest project builds on skills and knowledge of past generations.
Opinion: Hamilton to Auckland by Te Huia train? Why I’ll stick with my car, thanks
OPINION: Why this car-lover will be taking the Te Huia train on a need-to-go basis only.
Set a course for the Meteor and an out-of -this-world holiday hit
Show features songs, videos, dance and live action escapades
Whānau focus of Waipā's Matariki events
The Waipā District Council supports two key Matariki events in the Waipā District.
'It warms our heart' - Truck convoy to turn up to lonely boy’s party after mum’s desperate plea
She wanted to give him a truck ride. 60 truckers answered the call.
Waipā Tavern site set to house community hub
Waikato District Council just bought the site in Ngāruawāhia.
Inquest finds multi-lane roundabouts unsafe for cyclists
Coroner says motorists and cyclists need education about how to negotiate risks.
'I'll keep your pics in my folder': Porn addict tells undercover police officer
The 33-year-old said he wanted to buy pictures of young teen in tight, short clothing.
Senior ball a success story
Te Awamutu College continues the tradition of formal dance at the Monte Carlo Ball.
New Waikato coastal plan to go for public consultation in August
The plan covers the area from the high tide mark to 12 nautical miles out to sea.
'Close to the breadline': Couple's Kiwi pension clipped due to time spent in UK
Couple argue deduction of UK pension is discrimination against immigrants in New Zealand.
New chemistry lecturers bring research-informed teaching in their special fields
Aiming to play a part in inspiring students to dream big for a better tomorrow.
What's been happening in the region this week
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Hapū seeking Taranaki-Waikato border shift
They say it would better align with Māori boundaries.
New reserve plan prioritises horse riders, walkers and runners
Community stakeholder group instrumental in driving the plan.
Rototuna library set to celebrate opening soon
The library will have a couple of special features.
Smear Your Mea tackles new approach with rugby league wāhine
Smear Your Mea tackles new approach with rugby league wāhine
Primary Industries New Zealand Awards with Waipā connections
Strong Waipā links to NZ’s primary industries researchers and innovators awardees.
Coromandel fatal crash victim named
Police have named the man who died in the crash at Te Mata.
One dead after vehicle crashes into tree in Waikato
Police were called after a car crashed into a tree in the Waikato late last night.
Increase in fees and charges at Hamilton’s Resource Recovery Centre
Emphasis remains on recovering resources, reusing and recycling.
'I just flipped out': Mentally ill man stabbed to death refugee fisherman
Abdul Kareem was a New Zealand resident having arrived as a refugee from Myanmar in 2018.
'We stand in solidarity': Moment of silence 60 years since plane tragedy
The cold, windy weather didn't stop hundreds of people from paying their respects.
University pull off great escape to avoid promotion/relegation fixture
Suburbs ran in six tries to three to secure a home final with a game to spare.