Fiery Tesla crash: Trial begins for driver after death of young lawyer
The Tesla landed upside in a ditch, nestled in long grass next to a hedge.
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‘Pull down’ deceased estate picked up for $412,000 after three-way auction fight
"I don't think anyone was doing it up."
Staff protest looming cuts to University of Waikato Library
People gathered at the University for a protest against proposed cost cuts.
Taupō manhunt ends in Auckland
A man has been arrested in relation to an alleged firearms incident in Taupō last week.
Chiefs Manawa ready for Super Rugby Aupiki after great pre-season win
The 2024 Sky Super Rugby Aupiki season gets underway this Saturday at 2.05pm.
'Petty crime' only blemish on positive summer, Coromandel MP says
OPINION: Peninsula hosted several big events, but it's not all good news.
Pōkuru Rural Women celebrate 75-year anniversary
Pōkuru Rural Women aims and goals the same after 75 years since forming.
Motorist crashes into earlier crash scene in Waikato
The road between Cambridge and Te Awamutu is closed due to a crash.
Balloons over Waikato in search of a new festival organiser
This is the final year that Classic Event will run Balloons over Waikato.
Waikato Rugby loses two local legends
Waikato Rugby has lost two great players and administrators within a week.
Kaipaki Gold battle Hamilton Marist in brave match
Gold were in deep trouble at one point, sitting at 20/5 in the first 10 overs.
Snuggly tortoiseshell kittens need a new home
Could you give these sweet tortoiseshell kittens a home?
Club results: Taupō and Tūrangi golfers out in force
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's sports clubs got on this week.
Festival to celebrate 24th anniversary and 60 years of classic Ford Mustang
This year celebrates 60 years of the Ford Mustang.
'Like seeing a UFO': Boaties wowed by close encounter with whale shark
Seven boaties were coming back from the Alderman Islands when they came across the beast.
Meet the Rural Sports Awards Lifetime Legacy finalists
Two finalists up for the title from the Highland Games and fencing.
Three-car crash in National Park; person helicoptered to hospital
One person had moderate injuries.
Incredible footage of Coromandel whale shark encounter
Stunning footage has been captured of a group of people swimming with a whale shark in the Coromandel. Video / Tom Bromhead, Andy Mora, Catie Mora
Record turnout for Hamilton's big week of art and performance
A feast of performing art has Hamiltonians in a cultural frenzy.
Six60 to play intimate Supercars weekend gig
Taupō will host an intimate gig for the huge NZ band as part of the Supercars festivities.
Protest over staffing reductions at the University of Waikato
People gathered outside the Pā at the University of Waikato, in protest of a recent announcement that would see a 10 per cent reduction in staffing for library services. Video / NZ Herald
Road works scheduled for key western Waikato routes
NZTA Waka Kotahi has released details of new work planned in the next two weeks.
Review: Captain Festus McBoyle’s Travellin’ Variety Show a 'tongue-in-cheek' performance
Aimed at the young ones but enough fun for the adults too.
Review: Ice Cream is Melting a 'silly and fun' survival story
The performance was part of the Hamilton Arts Festival.
Chiefs players wearing microphones during games to engage fans
The microphone innovation was revealed on Sunday on Sky Sport's The Breakdown.
Review: French retro comedy a triumphant farce
The French are known for their mastery of farce, and The Crime is Mine is no exception.
'Crack on and keep pushing' the key for Waikato swimmer on Cook Strait crossing
Edgar hasn't let himself be pigeonholed by dyslexia.
Kīngi Tūheitia to attend inaugural meeting of Pacific traditional leaders in Fiji
The king will take the light and the mauri from last month’s hui-ā-motu.
Concern for Struan Robertson's wellbeing
Concern for missing man last seen in Kihikihi.
Tihei: Taupō-based business helps iwi with housing
Grateful staff clapped with gratitude at their contribution.
Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch for week ending February 23
Pregnancy testing is underway for spring mated herds.
Employment advocate invovled in bitter work dispute
Embattled employment advocate Allan Halse's work with Hamilton Culturesafe has ended.