Majority of watercraft fatalities not wearing lifejackets
“That could have been 16 lives potentially saved had they been wearing one.”
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Watch: Truck’s 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range prompts investigations
'Pretty bloody scary,' said one comment.
Police officer nearly hit by truck after driver ignores road closure
One police officer was forced to jump out of the way.
Woman, 30, arrested in Huntly in relation to alleged shoplifting across Waikato and Counties Manukau
She faces 15 shoplifting charges, after a further 11 charges were laid yesterday.
‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopens
A witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged.
'One careful owner': Op shop condoms might be a stretch
Commenters question safety of the contraceptives after picture shared on social media.
'Remorseful she's been caught': Office worker had been stealing for years
Ronel Viljoen used company money for car repairs, household items and a Soda Stream.
Seven youths arrested after burnouts, attempted theft, car fire
A suspected stolen car was reported to police for doing burnouts at about 2.50am.
Beachgoers with no swimming skills a frustration
Beachgoers at a popular Coromandel beach are proving frustrating for lifeguards.
Hamilton roadworks continue, road closures in place until February
At least 28km of roads will be resealed and six roads will be rebuilt.
The NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024
Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.
Joint two-waters asset for Waikato and Hamilton councils a step closer
The new CCO would allow both councils to tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.
‘A matter of time’: David Nyika Q&A ahead of world title fight
'I’ve had a red dot on his forehead for so long now,' David Nyika says of Jai Opetaia.
Boy robbed by 'several people' near police station
The alleged offenders stole the boy's bike, cash and 'other property'.
No suspects identified in Ngāruawāhia homicide
Tukere, 42, died after a daylight brawl in Ngāruawāhia on December 27.
Thames-Coromandel deputy mayor calls out ‘rich little s***s’ at troublesome holiday hotspot
Terry Walker says there is a regular pattern of vandalism at Pāuanui over New Year.
Where is John Mills? Auckland homicide probe with no body
The last time Melissa heard from her brother he told her his tyres had been slashed.
Man accused of murdering Hamilton baby keeps name secret for now
Suspect remanded in custody after special hospital bedside hearing.
'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King Country
One person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.
Deadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccination
The fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.
One critical after car and motorcycle crash near Morrinsville
St John said one person was taken to Waikato Hospital.
Cyclist dies in SH29 crash with vehicle near Matamata
Emergency services weren't able to resuscitate the person.
‘All kinds of messed up’: Locals distraught at Hamilton baby’s death as man faces murder charge
A man aged 34 has been charged with murder and attempted murder.
Man charged with murder after baby’s death in Hamilton
34-year-old allegedly killed baby and attacked its mother and a second child in Hamilton.
Up and Under: Kiwi Searancke - a rugby legend in Waikato and beyond
From player to coach, Searancke's impact on rugby spans decades, generations and countrie.
'Consent is crucial': Victim of Hamilton teen sex offender speaks
Hamilton teen's initial prison term was reduced by 60 months due to a range of factors.
Prisoner who made dramatic escape from hospital recaptured – police
Video footage showed shirtless man sliding several storeys down pipe before running away.
Homicide investigation: Child killed, mother injured in Hamilton tragedy
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious incident in Fairfield, Hamilton.
'No one deserves that': Family, friends pay tribute to Ngāruawāhia homicide victim
Police have named the woman who died as 42-year-old Turipapa Tukere.
Police given special powers amid gang retaliation fears after woman’s death in Waikato
Homicide investigation continues into Turipapa Tukere's death in Ngāruawāhia.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in December 2024?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
Dame Lydia Ko and honours for former All Blacks coaches and My Food Bag founders
Champion golfer among six new dames and knights.
Knighthood for lifetime of Waikato community leadership: Sir John Gallagher
Sir John Gallagher is particularly proud of his work with Habitat for Humanity Hamilton.
‘Incredibly grateful’: Ian Foster reacts to New Year Honour
The former All Blacks coach has been made a companion of the NZOM.