Waikato HeraldRising toll: Eight crashes during Motorcycle Awareness Month prompt police warningEight recent crashes left two people dead, three critical and three seriously injured.02 Oct 04:24 AM
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 Herald'We are a long way from being a ghost town': Community rallies over mill closureThe plywood mill closure will cost 119 workers their jobs, Mayor Gary Petley confirmed.01 Oct 11:30 PM
LifestyleEquifest and Arts weekend - here's what's on in WaikatoPlus NPC, theatre and more. 01 Oct 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTokoroa workers suffer double blow with 149 job losses this yearA plywood plant closure follows the paper mill shutdown that cut 130 roles in June.01 Oct 05:56 AM
Waikato Herald‘Just jamming up all the lockers’ - rescue gear doesn't fit in new fire trucksFire crews say vital rescue gear had to be left piled on the station floor.01 Oct 02:07 AM
Waikato Herald'Explosive act of rage': Woman attacked with hammer after child seen eating cigarettesAttacker Sarangi Lim told police she intended to kill the woman she bashed with a hammer.01 Oct 12:42 AM
SportNZ racing hires Australian trio for leadership shake-upAll three new hires come from senior roles in Australia's racing industry.30 Sep 08:47 PM
SportWaikato boxers win 13 medals at national championshipsAmong the winners was Alex Mukuka, who secured his fifth national title.30 Sep 08:00 PM
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
Waikato HeraldSerious crash closes Ngāruawāhia road, critical injuries reportedThe intersection is expected to stay shut for several hours.30 Sep 06:47 PM
Waikato Herald'Critical condition': Person rushed to hospital after Waikato crashEmergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash just after 7.40pm.30 Sep 08:08 AM
Waikato Herald'One punch after the other': Community reels from Carter Holt closure newsA small number of roles will remain to process imported timber.30 Sep 04:22 AM
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 HeraldMan arrested after brazen jewellery snatch off mall shopper, bystanders give chaseA 29-year-old man will face a robbery charge in court on October 2.29 Sep 11:03 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 HeraldTruck carrying animal product rolls, Waikato road closedTahuna Rd is expected to stay closed until 3pm as crews clear the site.29 Sep 05:53 PM
Waikato HeraldFrom Waikato to Korea: Army medic among 35 NZ soldiers training abroadThe unit will stay on the Korean Peninsula until the end of October.29 Sep 03:52 AM
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 Herald'Changeable weather for the whole week': Waves of thunderstorms to roll over NZ todayWeather warnings have been issued for parts of the country as gales, heavy rain forecast.28 Sep 10:33 PM
SportSteamers crush Waikato to secure top four positionThe Steamers retained both the Chiefs Cup and Nathan Strongman Trophy.28 Sep 06:38 PM
SportMick On Monday: The forgotten jockey too good to be ignoredAn unheralded jockey is back from career-threatening injuries to shock the premiership.28 Sep 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Old world view of discipline': Girl assaulted by pensioner who thought she'd taken his phoneJudge: "Even by older standards, this type of discipline was out of order.”28 Sep 06:00 AM
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 Herald'Humbled and moved': Sir David Moxon receives St John’s top honourOnly 35 people worldwide may hold the Bailiff or Dame Grand Cross title.27 Sep 08:48 PM
SportMarsh’s magic run continues as he pulls carpet out from under puntersMagic Carpet causes an upset in the Guineas at Te Rapa.27 Sep 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDecision on Carter Holt Harvey Tokoroa mill due Tuesday amid job fearsSouth Waikato Mayor Gary Petley says the community feels closure is a ‘done deal’.27 Sep 05:11 AM
Waikato HeraldPractice makes perfect: Flower grower's journey to ideal soil healthNicky Brzeska is now keen to share what she has learned about soil with other growers.26 Sep 05:01 PM
Waikato Herald'Should have known better': Police officer caught drink-driving appeals convictionThe 25-year-old blew double the breath-alcohol limit when stopped on April 26.26 Sep 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMotorbike crashes into tree in Hamilton, serious injuries reportedMotorists are being urged to avoid the area as traffic controls are in place.26 Sep 06:56 AM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldMan claims child exploitation material was for 'research'Barry Ramsay says he bought two children sex toys 'to answer their questions'.26 Sep 02:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTourism funding boost welcomed by Waikato industry leadersThe Government announced a $70 million events major events package.26 Sep 02:00 AM
Waikato HeraldSerious crash closes State Highway 1 lane near HuntlySouthbound traffic is being diverted through Huntly via Great South Rd.26 Sep 01:49 AM
Sport'A beautiful privilege': First Kiwi woman in UFC on the pressure of her positionThe Matamata fighter will be the first Kiwi woman to compete in the UFC octagon.25 Sep 11:39 PM
