Contractors working flat out since daylight to start clearing slips to restore access

Coromandel cut off, roads closed, struck by power and cell phone outages.

Cyclone Gabrielle has caused widespread damage to the North Island, including severe flooding in the Coromandel region.

The Government has now declared a National State of Emergency amid Gabrielle’s fury.

Projections don't include the Play-Off Tournament the city is hosting later this month.

“Please avoid all travel, stay safe and have an evacuation plan ready.”

Vital roads in the area are also underwater or are blocked by debris.

Hamilton Zoo and Hamilton Gardens will remain closed on Tuesday.

Council reports eye of the cyclone now over Coromandel.

Thames-Coromandel District hit with 160km/h winds, 400mm rain.

A major slip smashed into the property north of Thames during the last month's deluge.

Some district evacuation centres are open, others are on standby.

DOC offices, tracks, huts, campsites and visitor centres closed across North Island.

Waipā District Council closes facilities on advice from Civil Defence.

Hamilton’s zoo, pools, gardens, parks and museum all closed Monday

Evacuation centres are today being opened as category three Cyclone Gabrielle bears down.

Stay indoors if possible and keep travel around the city to a minimum

Evacuation centres are today being opened as Category 3 Cyclone Gabrielle bears down.

Male and female aged 14 and 16 were found after police executed search warrants today.

Councils urge residents to get ready for another hit by weather.

Mark the half-tail cat and the Hamilton property are still available.

The two All Blacks will head Chiefs for Super Rugby season.

Classic tractor trek fundraising for rural sports club.

Emergency services on high alert over an impending street fight.

The New Zealand Classic Motorcycle Racing Register (NZCMRR) farewelled "Puke" last weekend at their 43rd Classic Festival. The whole New Zealand motorsport community is sad to see this piece of its history go and while Supercars said their goodbyes last year, it was now time for the classic motorbike community. Despite the circumstances, every racer and every spectator was in great spirits. The Waikato Herald went along and captured the vibe.

Racing Register "couldn't be more pleased" with the turnout.

Police are aware of the planned fight and will be sending officers to the area.

The recent weather caused Cathedral Cove, walking tracks and camping sites to close.

After hunting their house, couple Alma and Charlie get their life started in the Waipā.

Love Your Bike Day and other cycling events to get locals pedalling.