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Mystery solved! Cause of bright orange river at Karangahake Gorge revealed
Sediment from an old mine is confirmed as the cause of the Ōhinemuri River's unusual hue.
Coromandel ponders problem of shrinking, ageing workforce
Thames-Coromandel population growth driven by older migrants and projected to stall.
Serious two-vehicle crash closes road in North Island
Emergency services were called to the accident scene just after 9.30am today.
Grandfather found dead in the Waikato River - family say police should have done more
Norman Hyslop's body was eventually found by a member of the public.
Jury out in trial of former political figure accused of historical abuse
The former political figure is accused of sexually abusing two teenage boys.
Thames-Coromandel reaffirms Māori wards support
'Supporting the establishment of a Māori ward or wards takes nothing away from Pākehā.'
Three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu
A serious three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu has left one person in critical condition. Video / Jesse Wood
One person in critical condition after three-vehicle crash in Te Awamutu
Emergency services are attending a serious three-car crash in central Te Awamutu.
Wilding pines to be removed from Hauturu Motu/Clark Island in Whangamatā
Wilding pines scattered across an island off the coast of Whangamatā will get the chop.
Wheelchair rugby nationals in Te Awamutu: Four regions vie for glory
Four regions will compete for pride at the Low Point Wheelchair Rugby Championships.
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Dog's life saved thanks to 12k social media followers
The paralysed pooch was diagnosed with help from his fans.
Māori health providers deliver 33,330 vaccinations, surpassing Government’s 10,000 goal
A $50m investment has surpassed expectations.
Top riders to compete at Taupō's 50th anniversary MX Fest extravaganza
Top riders to compete at Taupō's MX Fest, October 25-27, celebrating decades of motocross
Thames Valley rugby great Ray Wells remembered after passing at 86
Ray Wells played in the famous 1962 team that beat Australia.
Roll up your leaves: Waikato trees to be vaccinated
The fatal Dutch elm disease was discovered in the region in February.
Taupō foodie releases cookbook with Kiwi classic inspired dishes
At 21, Olivia Moore has released her first recipe book.
Koroneihana: 'We need to focus on getting in the waka and working together'
King Tūheitia uses his coronation celebrations to call New Zealanders as one.
Waikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finals
The 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.
Motorist cut free from vehicle after crashing down bank
Fire crews spent 40 minutes extracting the trapped motorist.
Special Olympics TA's Ella Yarndley graduates from leadership programme
Te Awamutu resident graduates from Special Olympics NZ Athlete Leadership Programme.
NZ’s youngest MP ‘surprised’ to make preferred PM list
"The thought of being Prime Minister has not crossed my mind."
Taupō tourism agency tightens its belt as budget cuts bite
Tourism is worth hundreds of millions of dollars to the Taupō economy.
Vessel salvaged after running aground on Coromandel beach
Maritime NZ confirmed it is investigating after fishing boat beached in the Coromandel.
Samipeni Finau re-signs with Gallagher Chiefs and NZ Rugby until 2026
Chiefs coach McMillan says he is 'excited to be part of the journey'.
Waikato suffers first loss in Farah Palmer Cup against Canterbury
Waikato missed a last-minute chance to win, with Canterbury holding on for a 10-7 triumph.
Waikato secure first 2024 NPC win with 26-20 over Counties Manukau
Senita Lauaki shines on debut as Waikato edge past Counties Manukau.
Pāuanui prepares to paint the town pink
Pāuanui is preparing to paint the town 'pink' with a fundraising effort for breast cancer.
Coromandel on screen at new film festival
Coromandel will hit the big screen at an upcoming film festival.
Top jockey caught with cocaine in his system claims he mistakenly ingested it in a drink
The A-class jockey has now been given his second ban from the sport since 2021.
'Red neck': Government cops Māori censure at Tūrangawaewae
'Get rid of the Māori-bashing bills', Christopher Luxon and Winston Peters were told.
One person in serious condition after water tanker rolls
One patient was taken to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.