Waikato HeraldMan’s drink-driving conviction overturned on appeal after lawyer, police errorsZebulon Lawrance was more than twice the legal drink driving limit but has been let off.04 Apr 08:01 PM
Waikato HeraldDirector of Mental Health probes mistaken identity after 11yo restrained, injectedThe young girl was handcuffed, restrained and injected with antipsychotic medication.04 Apr 06:50 AM
Waikato HeraldSH29 reopens follow truck breakdownThe truck's cargo of chlorine was 'reacting due to the inclement weather'.03 Apr 10:15 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek witnesses after car in service station raid crashes into streamThe alleged offenders fled the scene in two vehicles stolen earlier from Hamilton.03 Apr 04:17 AM
Waikato HeraldSerious injuries: Waikato road closed overnight after crashThe road has reopened after the Serious Crash Unit investigated.02 Apr 06:20 PM
Waikato HeraldHamilton schools lockdown ends with imitation firearms seized, person in custodyPolice were called to Silverdale Road just before 3pm.02 Apr 03:35 AM
Waikato Herald'Significant failings': Health NZ apologises after 11yo injected twice in mistaken identity case'This particular case cannot happen again,' said a health boss.01 Apr 11:19 PM
Waikato Herald'Do not do it': Coroner's plea to drivers after three alcohol-related crash deathsSahil Prasad was driving home when he was struck by Jack Halliday, driving a work ute.31 Mar 07:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek Christopher Wyllie for ongoing investigationPolice believe Wyllie is in Te Kauwhata.31 Mar 03:31 AM
Waikato Herald‘Serious injuries’: Emergency services respond to Hamilton crashPolice arrived on Wairere Dr in Queenwood at around 7.12am.30 Mar 08:34 PM
Waikato HeraldMissing Hamilton woman Raumiria found safeRaumiria was wearing a grey Star Wars T-shirt and light trackpants.29 Mar 01:14 AM
Waikato HeraldMore than 12 times the police force, 60 arrests: Holiday data from summer hotspot revealedCharges included assault of police, threatening to kill and dangerous driving.28 Mar 04:00 AM
Waikato Herald‘Horrific experience’: Canadian hockey coach admits causing crash that injured playersHer name suppression was dropped when she appeared in court in Tauranga today.26 Mar 11:19 PM
Waikato HeraldGirl given 2 doses of antipsychotic meds: Minister can’t understand why 11yo treated as adultA carer for a woman in her early 20s saw girl's photo and mistook her for their patient.25 Mar 07:33 PM
Waikato Herald'Could be similar': How a photo mix-up led to 11yo girl's injections with antipsychoticA carer for a 21-year-old saw the photo and mistook her for their patient.25 Mar 06:43 AM
Waikato HeraldOne person dead, Hamilton highway closed after two trucks crashDrivers should avoid the area and expect delays.25 Mar 01:13 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice appeal for witnesses after Hamilton, Taupō crashesSeventeen people have been injured in three crashes across the region over the weekend.24 Mar 07:19 PM
Waikato Herald11yo misidentified, handcuffed, given antipsychotics at mental health clinicMental Health Minister Matt Doocey slammed the mistaken identity incident as unacceptable.24 Mar 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMan alleged to have murdered child with hammer can now be namedCharles Wharton will fight three charges at trial in the High Court at Hamilton next year.24 Mar 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldDriver charged after 12 people injured in crash between van and SUV on SH5Four ambulances and four helicopters were sent to the scene.23 Mar 04:22 AM
Waikato HeraldThree helicopters respond to Waikato crash, five injuredThree people have been seriously injured and another is in a critical condition.21 Mar 07:41 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice appeal for witnesses in double death caseA 26-year-old man was found dead, another died later in Waikato Hospital.20 Mar 09:44 PM
Waikato HeraldThe State Highway where Waikato crashes happen mostFrom 2021 to 2024 there were over 5000 crashes on Waikato state roads.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCritical injuries after crash involving truck, three cars on Waikato highwayPolice said the road is likely to remain closed for some time.20 Mar 09:52 AM
Waikato HeraldBody found in search for missing 79yo manThe man was reported missing after his car was found on February 21.20 Mar 05:19 AM
Waikato HeraldOne seriously injured in Ruapehu crashSH1 remains open following the incident.19 Mar 01:06 AM
Waikato HeraldMurder charge: Second man dies after Hamilton incidentPolice are considering further charges.19 Mar 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: ‘Could have been much worse‘ – women flee stalled car seconds before train hitsThe women clutched each other as the freight train edged closer.18 Mar 11:10 PM
Waikato Herald‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.18 Mar 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPublic warned not to approach wanted manPolice seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.17 Mar 10:03 PM
Waikato Herald‘No remorse’: 50-year-old jailed for child abuse imagery – againThe man had nine different user accounts for apps to exchange photos and videos.16 Mar 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMan charged with murder after Hamilton homicideA second victim remains in a critical condition in hospital.15 Mar 09:20 PM
Waikato HeraldHave you seen this vehicle? Police seek help in locating black Ford Territory related to Hamilton homicidePolice are hoping to locate a man last seen driving the vehicle as part of investigations.15 Mar 04:38 AM
Waikato HeraldMan dead, second critical as police launch homicide investigationThird man sought as inquiries into overnight incident begin.14 Mar 08:44 PM
