Police boost helped tackle Coromandel's New Year's issues
Over 40 extra staff were deployed to the peninsula over the 2023/24 New Year period.
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Whangamatā SLS Club close to fundraising target for clubroom refresh
Construction works for the new clubrooms got underway after Easter.
Search for fisherman missing off Raglan coast continues
The man has been missing for almost a week.
Hamilton City Council lowers speed limit near schools
Depending on the school's location, the speed limit is permanent or "variable".
Iconic Hamilton Gardens glasshouses to be removed
The glasshouses have been closed to the public since 2020.
Adult themes in rites of passage movie
This racy film delves into tribulations around sex and consent for young people.
Kaimanawa wild horse muster
Wild Kaimanawa horses are rounded up on the Central Plateau and sent off to become domestic horses. The horses disturb unique native flora and fauna if the population gets too large so must be thinned out each year.
Tairua local gets behind brekkie in pink
Ann Paget has a personal reason to host Pink Ribbon Breakfast.
Waikato Rugby appoints new board directors
Blair Currie and Chris Steffert replace outgoing Steve Shale and Rena Schuster.
Greening Taupō kicks off 2024 planting calendar
Nine community planting days will see 20,000 native trees planted.
'Somebody’s got to open that door': Concerns at decision to deny theatres' funding applications
Waikato Herald spoke to local arts advocates about what the cuts mean for the future.
501 murder-for-hire convict at-large in NZ after wild police chase in $249k Porsche
After a crazy car chase, Tevita got out of the Porsche and peed in front of cops.
How Waikato observed Anzac Day in words and pictures
“Our way of life and the freedoms we cherish are still at stake.”
Winter road maintenance amps up in Waikato
This means delays or detours in some local areas.
11 puppies found dumped on roadside in Waikato
The puppies add to almost 300 animals already in SPCA care in Hamilton.
New airline to fly from Hamilton Airport
Sunair is returning to Hamilton Airport with daily flights to Gisborne, Napier, Whangārei.
Frankenfruit: Is this New Zealand's biggest feijoa?
'We couldn’t believe how much it weighed.'
Waikato Club Rugby: Hinuera to mark centenary
There will be plenty of club rugby action this weekend.
Te Awamutu BMX riders off to world champs
Great opportunity to see where skills stack up against best riders from around the world.
Anzac Day not a day to 'glorify war', senior serviceman says
Warrant Officer Class One Lofty Forsyth spoke at Whangamatā's dawn service.
Lake Taupō Hospice fundraiser taps circus theme
The new event gives everyone the chance to get involved in fundraising for Taupō Hospice.
Jammies in June campaign to keep Hauraki kids warm
The nationwide initiative will run in the Hauraki district for the second time.
Vehicle crashed into power pole on Meadway Rd
The road was closed for some time while contractors fixed the damaged power pole.
Creature comforts without the washing up
This rich and flavourful dish even lets you skip most of the washing up.
Meet Tūrangi's local emergency services
Police, St John and Fenz will have vehicles on display in Tūrangi next week.
Waikato athletes scoop up awards at Halberg Games
The Hallberg Games are a national sports festival for Kiwis with physical disabilities.
'90 is the new 70': Waikato breast surgeon hails screening-age extension
The Government is working to offer free breast cancer screening for those aged 70-74.
Affordable homes a feature of new Taupō subdivision
Plans are proceeding for a new major housing development in Taupō.
Health shuttle fills up after word gets around
Maori and Pacific people live seven years fewer than those of European heritage.
Zippy EV ambulance tackles health of the planet, first in Hamilton and NZ
The electric ambulance can go from 0-100km/h in nine seconds.
Kitchen killing: Man fatally stabbed after trying to break up fight over messy kitchen
Bailey Eccelstone locked himself in his room afterward and claimed it was self-defence.
Fire crews battle large car fire on Waikato Expressway
Two fire trucks and a water tanker are in attendance.