Missing Taupō woman Jan Burton found ‘safely’
Jan Burton had been missing since Wednesday.
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Many offers of help in search for missing woman
The 51-year-old was last seen at her Kinloch home on Wednesday morning.
Poo-lution: Reporoa farm owner cops fine after effluent reaches stream
The owner of a dairy farm in Reporoa has been fined for illegal effluent discharges.
Helicopter, dogs, LandSar search for missing Taupō woman
Jan Burton was last seen in Kinloch yesterday morning.
Plastic pollution in NZ lakes comparable with Europe and US
‘Disappointing’ result for a country with a low population density.
Why some of NZ’s most famous buildings sit empty
Doors are closed at famed sites from the Rotorua Museum to the Chateau Tongariro.
'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.
New $14 million trades training centre blessed and named
The centre aims to provide growth and investment in the region.
State highway pothole plague - the regions with the most revealed
Pothole plague: The quality of roading is 'leaving a lot to be desired'.
BOP and Waikato's best new architecture projects celebrated
21 projects were winners on the night.
FIFA trophy visits Waikato ahead of World Cup
The trophy will be accompanied by a few special events and celebrity visits.
SPCA closes Tokoroa centre
Thanks to a local vet partnership, animals in the area remain cared for.
Business ram-raided in South Waikato
Four people allegedly used a vehicle to break into the business.
'We're still looking': Brother of man missing a year says his family hasn't lost hope
Shane Edwards 'vanished' from his home on May 14, 2022, and has not been seen since.
'You stole my life': How woman survived decades of stepdad's sexual abuse
Jodie Nicoll has had automatic name suppression lifted so she can tell her story.
Another birthday for NZ's oldest man
Jack’s long life had humble beginnings - he was born in a tent.
Teen motocross rider airlifted to hospital from Tokoroa in critical condition
South Waikato Motorcycle Club said the crash happened at their first meet for the year.
BMX: Local rider impresses against powerful Aussies in Rotorua
Rising talents enjoyed podium placings against a powerful contingent of Australians.
'Sick of men attacking her': Murderer appeals life sentence for shooting
Moetū Kaitai was high when she fatally shot Kalvin Kana after a confrontation.
Rescue chopper out and about in Tauranga, Rotorua, Thames and Raglan
Hospital transfers, medical events, rescues, and vehicle crashes keep chopper busy.
Volcanology movers and shakers gather for seminars, workshops and field trips
The public are invited to get involved with Volcano Fest on Thursday.
Urgent pickups from Tauranga Hospital keep Waikato chopper busy
Rescue missions were flown to Putaruru, Raglan, Whangamata and Rotorua.
Watch: Huge slip on SH29 over Kaimai Range caught on video
A woman was heard saying “watch out... oh my God” as the slip rushed towards them.
Waikato events secure $3m in Government funding
A total of 34 events will receive support from the Government's Thermal Explorer Fund.
Multiple crews battle buildings on fire at former sawmill
At least 12 fire trucks responded.
SH29 closed: Two people airlifted with serious injuries
Emergency services were called around 7.45am.
'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North Island
Rainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.
Mother who murdered, abused toddler sentenced to life imprisonment
The 18-month-old was malnourished and was covered in bruises, scratches and nappy rash.
One week left to enter No 8 Wire competition
This year's judge Eugene Kara is looking forward to a sensory experience.
From dreams to jail: Why cannabis growers got involved in 'massive' $4.2m syndicate
Why they did it. The masterminds behind a massive drug-growing syndicate are sentenced.
Rescue Helicopter saved the Coromandel over summer
In November, the Waikato rescue helicopter completed 15 missions to the Coromandel.
Vaccine verifier app goes live, Govt warns there'll be glitches
Businesses will be able to download an app that will verify their customers' vax status.
Traffic light system move within days of November 29: PM
After almost 100 days, Auckland is set to see restrictions eased next week.
Health authorities warn rural Māori most at risk
New cases in Rotorua, Taupō and Tararua among the record 207 reported yesterday.