Bulldozers move in on former Te Awamutu church
The former church building is making way for an affordable housing project.
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Lotto luck for small Waikato town
The winning ticket was bought in a small town bookshop.
Historic South Waikato active space sees glorious revival
Tīrau Domain project recognised at the recent Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards.
Inmate punches fellow prisoner in the face, then drops to ground to do sit-ups
The victim lost a tooth when he was struck forcefully in the face without reason.
Police release name of man found dead in Raglan
Armed police descended on Ohautira Rd about 8.15am on Tuesday after a body was found.
Wairere Falls walking track closed until May
The popular walking track will close during the week.
Coastguard on the hunt for crew
Have you got what it takes to be a Coastguard volunteer?
Taupō Weather with Bevan Choat: Cool, dry February
There were seven rainy days for Taupō in February.
Royal New Zealand Ballet to visit Waikato
Tutus on Tour brings ballet to smaller New Zealand theatres.
Pig and deer focus of DoC hunting competition
The annual Pureora Hunting Competition will kick off next week.
Homicide investigation continues on Ohautira Rd
Motorists are advised to avoid the area or take an alternative route.
'Through the roof': Power pole crashes into Hamilton home
Police were called after a car hit the pole, causing it to topple on to the house.
Hamilton pilot becomes city's newest police officer
Constable Dominic Rogerson just started his first week of work for the Police.
‘Get lost you...': Drunk man unleashes tirade of racial abuse on church staff
Craig Murray was 'severely intoxicated' at the time he abused church staff.
Waikato Chamber of Commerce expands to South Waikato
Chamber CEO said there was lots of interest from local business owners for connections.
'We don't always get it right': IPCA finds police wrongfully arrested, used force on man with facial tattoos
Officers 'wrestled' the man to the ground, put him in a headlock and pepper-sprayed him.
Recipe: Tangy, sweet salad brings back summer
Make the most of the remaining sunshine with this tangy salad.
Homicide investigation launched, area cordoned off after man found dead on Raglan road
Area searches where the man was found are under way.
Pāuanui surfer makes a splash at NZ Women’s Surf Festival
Pauanui girl sets record for youngest winner.
Rees and West battle in North Waikato Superbike finale
Mitch Rees ready to give the superbike title "another crack" next season.
Review: Box of Birds a cute show for littlies
Birdlife Productions brought their show Box of Birds to the Hamilton Arts Festival.
A course to rule them all: Hobbiton Halfling Marathon to be a sellout
Participants will get to see some locations never-before accessed by the general public.
Waikato para-athletes to visit local schools
Three local champions are taking part in a Paralympics New Zealand education programme.
Highway closed after crash involving truck
Police were called to the crash about 11.44am.
Taupō police: Theft and assault not making for personal bests
In the lead-up to Ironman, not everyone has been aiming for a personal best.
Waipā community asked for input on local alcohol policy
The draft local alcohol policy will go out for formal consultation later this year.
Hunt on for next Kiwi Supercars champ ahead of Taupō event
Supercars makes its return to New Zealand in April.
Waitomo para cyclist only Kiwi nominee for World Sport Award
Nicole Murray has been nominated in the category World Sportsperson with a Disability.
Animal welfare in the spotlight at special conference
The conference will focus on issues that are affecting pet owners worldwide.
More than 60 local artists add their flair to Waipa Creative Trail
The five exhibitions will showcase artwork from more than 60 local artists.
'I get bored': Ram raiding Hamilton teen tells judge
The teen, from Afghanistan, got swept up in ram-raid crime that swept through the Waikato.
'Big shock': Maui Milk tells suppliers to stop milking
Maui Milk emailed its 13 Waikato suppliers on Monday afternoon telling them to stop.
Cathedral Cove walking tracks to reopen before next summer
DoC announced the first steps needed to restore walking access.
Formidable forward pack underpins Chiefs Manawa ahead of first match
Japan international Seina Saito has been named at 8 for the Chiefs Manawa.