PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldFormer cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mysteryMona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.30 May 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ's best-tasting tap water revealedProfessionals assess the water for colour, clarity, odour and taste. 29 May 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWhisking it all for carrot cake triumphThe Ohakune Carrot Carnival started in 1971.29 May 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō's 'accidental art hero' on adventures around town - and further afieldParts of the Taupō community seem to be starting to embrace Boom Boom the dinosaur.29 May 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRoad re-opens: One critical in Napier-Taupō road crash Napier-Taupō road re-opens after serious crash.27 May 10:37 PM
LifestyleRegion's top school rockers crownedPocket Watchers won the Rotorua Smokefree Rockquest final.26 May 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDo not pass Go: Farmer, 75, must report to jail after losing appealWarren Koberstein was convicted of severe animal cruelty offences.23 May 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldSupercars locked in at Taupō, set for South Island debutRuapuna will undergo upgrades, including track resurfacing and new facilities.22 May 07:18 PM
Waikato Herald$6.4m construction material recycling plant to be built in WaikatoThe plant is expected to process 187,200 tonnes of waste annually.22 May 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPawsitive programme boosts children's literacy in WaikatoThe programme launched with 12 children and 12 dogs this month.21 May 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWaikato rescue helicopter completes almost 50 missions in AprilFive motor vehicle accidents were among last month's callouts.20 May 03:15 AM
Waikato HeraldLake Taupō mystery: Photos identify Russian stuntman missing 22 yearsBones found near Motutere have been formally identified as man missing since 2002.19 May 10:54 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ's new cheapest petrol station revealedGull shook up competition in the fuel sector, but the price gap is now closing. 19 May 10:04 PM
Waikato Herald'Eyesaur'? Controversial new sculpture in Waikato'Boom Boom' is the sculpture trail's 13th artwork and the first in a new sculpture park.19 May 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWhen speed limit on Napier-Taupō state highway will increaseThe limit was cut to 80km/h in February 2022. Now it's going back to 100km/h.18 May 09:57 PM
Waikato HeraldWeather onslaught: Rain, damaging gales, thunderstorms to sweep over NZThe stormy conditions have already started in the south and will spread north Sunday. 17 May 02:21 AM
Waikato HeraldCentenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friendsJoan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.16 May 10:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Strong future': Accor reveals vision for iconic Taupō resortThe company is taking over management of Wairakei Resort from its Malaysia-based owners. 15 May 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldNetball, rugby and dance – here's what's on in the WaikatoWhat events are on Waikato?14 May 10:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Fresh ideas': Ruapehu candidates announce bids for mayoraltyIncumbent Mayor Weston Kirton is undecided about running for another term.10 May 10:32 PM
SportNZ Olympic medallist set for surgery after crashHayden Wilde said he will take an emergency medical flight to Belgium for surgery. 10 May 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldKorean tourist going home with wife's remains after causing crash which killed her Couple’s dream NZ holiday to celebrate 'growing old together' ends in tragedy.10 May 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldSeven dead on Waikato roads in AprilThe news comes as the provisional national road death toll for the month almost doubled.07 May 09:03 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō family of six complete 3048km Te Araroa trail in 218 daysKids as young as six finished the trail with the whole family.07 May 12:07 AM
Waikato HeraldWaikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukīHe piko he tuna is about resilience and love the despite challenges of life.05 May 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNorth Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visitsFifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.05 May 04:02 AM
SportBroken ribs, punctured lung: NZ Olympic medallist in hospital after crashHayden Wilde must stay in Japan for several weeks as he recovers from his injuries. 04 May 09:10 PM
Waikato HeraldPure Tūroa names new boss Jono Dean will focus on making Tūroa a world-class alpine destination.02 May 02:06 AM
Waikato HeraldGreen Party proposes $8b strategy to create 40k jobs"We can take control of our economy."01 May 09:40 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC grants 10-year concession for Whakapapa ski fieldFinancial management of the ski field has been plagued for several years. 30 Apr 03:28 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crashThe Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.29 Apr 04:16 AM
Waikato HeraldSerious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near TaupōThe crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.29 Apr 12:49 AM
Waikato HeraldPregnant beauty therapist awarded $100k after being made to quitThe woman said the employment issues robbed her of the joy of being pregnant. 28 Apr 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Dramatic video footage captures Taupō mum's 50m cliff fallLouisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.24 Apr 09:13 PM