Waikato HeraldMāori wards on edge as preliminary votes show split across councilsHamilton's Māori ward looks safe, with 'keep' votes ahead by more than 1000.14 Oct 06:10 AM
LiveWaikato HeraldWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Dramatic footage shows motorcyclist bowled by uteThe rider was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition.13 Oct 09:51 PM
Waikato HeraldHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
Waikato HeraldPerson airlifted to hospital after Taupō motorcycle crash The crash happened at the intersection of Rifle Range Rd and Taharepa Rd.12 Oct 11:27 PM
SportSamara Maxwell secures historic World Series mountain biking crownThe 23-year-old Taupō rider sealed the crown with five wins from 10 rounds.12 Oct 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldFunnell elected Taupō Mayor as tight races decide final council seatsFormer rescue pilot John Funnell thanked voters after winning the mayoralty.12 Oct 11:25 PM
Waikato HeraldLive: Macindoe takes Hamilton mayoraltyVoting has closed, and the first results have come in this afternoon. 11 Oct 05:14 AM
Waikato HeraldLocal elections 2025: Kirton retains Ruapehu mayoraltyThere were four Ruapehu mayoral candidates this year. 11 Oct 01:45 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome news': Funding allows Toi Ohomai Tokoroa campus to stay openTaupō MP Louise Upston said she was pleased 'face to face learning' would continue.10 Oct 01:01 AM
Waikato HeraldGraham Bell: Police pay tribute to 'a bit of a legend'Bell attained 'national treasure' on Police Ten 7, calling out 'gutless goons'.09 Oct 01:03 AM
Waikato HeraldInside the secretive world of sniper training in WaiouruSoldiers from Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Fiji joined the training.07 Oct 07:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Devastating': Teen skier faces 1yr in wheelchair after breaking back, legs on Mt RuapehuŌamaru boy Charlie Lane, 13, aspired to become a ski medic.07 Oct 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBody in Whanganui River confirmed as missing womanPolice found her body 46km downstream from Taumarunui on Sunday.06 Oct 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldMother of uni student who died in Dunedin flat speaks of ‘immense loss’Jed Walker, 19, had finally "found his tribe" before he died, his mother said.05 Oct 07:59 PM
Waikato Herald'A recipe for disaster': Inexperienced driver lost control in crash that killed two teensThe teen driver was on a learner's licence and had consumed alcohol when she crashed.02 Oct 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldThree councillors step down after decades of service to Taupō communityJohn Williamson, Kirsty Trueman and Karam Fletcher have a combined 30 years of service.02 Oct 02:30 AM
Waikato HeraldMayor backs quake rule changes as boost for Chateau TongariroThe 96-year-old landmark was shut in 2023 because of earthquake risk.30 Sep 07:14 PM
LifestyleSummer sorted: NZ's gigs, festivals and sports to lock in nowFrom sports and comedians to art and music festivals, bookmark these events across NZ.29 Sep 11:18 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Rangimaheu named successor as Ngāti Tūwharetoa arikiThousands gathered at Waihī Marae in Tūrangi to farewell Tā Tumu Te Heuheu.29 Sep 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSix injured in crash on SH1 bridge SH1 near Taupō is closed in both directions, with motorists urged to delay travel.28 Sep 11:36 PM
Waikato HeraldHundreds gather in Waihī to farewell Ngāti Tūwharetoa chief Sir Tumu Te HeuheuSir Tumu Te Heuheu died aged 84, leaving a legacy of calm leadership.28 Sep 01:15 AM
Waikato HeraldTraffic delays expected as Ngāti Tūwharetoa prepare to farewell arikiDelays are expected on SH1 and SH41 over the next five days.24 Sep 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldA single ski at 130km/h: Gutsy teen crowned world championShe scored a perfect 3000 points after winning three heats and placing second in another.24 Sep 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Mātuku launches whānau voice report series to guide health decisionsThe reports provide a grassroots view of what communities need most.24 Sep 02:28 AM
Waikato Herald'Strong position': Milk production hits August recordWaikato and Taranaki led the gains, while growth in the South Island was more subdued.23 Sep 09:28 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain and storms set to batter northern North IslandThunderstorms and localised downpours are expected across Northland this morning.23 Sep 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSir Tumu Te Heuheu remembered for decades of iwi leadershipThe influential iwi leader is remembered for his calm authority and kaitiakitanga.22 Sep 09:38 PM
Waikato HeraldHow the 1995 Ruapehu eruptions reshaped NZ's disaster responseThe eruption sent a huge ash plume 12km into the sky above Ruapehu.22 Sep 07:40 PM
Waikato Herald'Weather rollercoaster': Heavy rain warnings in place for multiple regionsNorthland, Auckland and Bay of Plenty face downpours through to Wednesday.22 Sep 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRare upside-down stamp sells for $260,000The rare Lake Taupō stamp first cost just four pence when issued in 1903.21 Sep 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato Herald'Real concerns': Judge critical of Auckland rehab service Corrections says it is aware of concerns from the judiciary about the Grace Foundation.20 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Iwi's message is clear – it is open for businessOPINION: Talks with Samsung, Hyundai and Pacific leaders signal its global ambitions.20 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldThe making of Marokopa's 'monster': Tom Phillips' childhood, hobbies and descentBefore he abducted his children, Phillips was both their father - and home school teacher.20 Sep 05:00 PM
