Raglan drowning: Off-duty surf lifeguard rushes to Manu Bay to try and help man
A group of surfers first noticed the man unresponsive in the water just after 9am today.
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Providing a platform for athletes to showcase their skills and reach their potential.
Hamilton City Council by-election to kick off this week
The by-election was sparked by the resignation of now Hamilton East MP Ryan Hamilton.
Hamilton Lotto player shares First Division winnings
A Hamilton player is $250,000 better off after Saturday's draw.
Waikato cyclists begin push for Paris Olympics
No summer holiday festivities for New Zealand track cyclists.
Holiday over - it's back to road works for Waikato crews
NZTA is reminding Waikato motorists of significant upcoming roadworks.
‘Is my arm even on my body still?’: Young motorcyclist’s frightening realisation after crash
Teen colleague was among first on scene as volunteer fireman, sharing jokes with hurt pal.
Waikato foodbanks 'desperate' for donations
Vinnies Hamilton is deciding if they should limit food parcels to six per family per year.
Grandad died after waiting 30 hours in ED. His family fought for months for answers
Waikato Hospital has apologised to a Hamilton family after an internal investigation.
SH29 at Hinuera to close during the day
NZTA just announced daytime road closures near Matamata in February.
Gang leader with 84 convictions hands over $300,000 of ill-gotten gains
Police had sought $1.6 million which they estimated Pink netted through gang life.
'Recovery has truly begun': Waikato buzzing this summer
Summer has been treating the Waikato well - and there is still more to come.
Mesmerising documentary about famous spy writer
This John le Carre documentary looks at the real man behind the thrilling spy tales.
Cultural advisor had to choose an English name in her own school years
Te Ao Marama Maaka remembers the day her Māori identity was taken from her.
Delays for SH1 South Waikato as road widened for median barriers
Works in two areas south of Ātiamuri will see delays on SH1.
Film festival shares global bike stories
Big Bike Film Night premieres in Taupō before going on the road throughout New Zealand.
From 5 to 82, paddlers at Lake Karāpiro go for gold
The Waka Ama Sprint Nationals have been around since 1990.
Air Force to fly above Waikato and Bay of Plenty this weekend
T-6C Texan II aircraft will be seen above Matamata, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga and Taupo.
Former Chiefs players to star in Ireland's Six Nations title defence
Kiwis will once again feature highly in Ireland's 2024 rugby team.
Waikato news in brief: Recyling changes and lemurs
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
'I'm in deep water': Man who sold bleach as cure for Covid-19 jailed
Roger Blake's company made more than $100,000 selling the product during the pandemic.
Hautapu women's rugby
Former coaches of Auckland Marist champion women’s team have made their way to Hautapu.
Waikato Expressway reopens after serious crash earlier blocked it, major delays expected
According to Google Maps, traffic is currently backed up for nearly 4km.
Businesswoman dedicates career to normalising Māori culture
Simpson's goal is to improve outcomes for Māori, for current and future generations.
Super Sprint and Manu Champs - here's what's on in the Waikato
The event calendar features lots of sport.
'May as well go big': 70,000 sunflowers as new business blooms
For every sunflower sold, $1 will go to Gumboot Friday.
Festival One 2024 returning for 10th anniversary
The Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary over Auckland Anniversary Weekend.
Whanganui iwi will be at Tūrangawaewae to listen
The iwi head to Ngāruawāhia to support Māori action.
Waitangi Day remains an annual festival of unanswered questions
OPINION: Saturday is the right time for a national conversation.
'He can't control himself': Man draws blood after biting officer's arm
Damien Cripps wasn't taking his ADHD medication at the time.
Fishing for answers to the secret lives of trout
A PhD student spent her summer holidays gutting trout for science.
Clam spread in the spotlight as thousands descend on Lake Karāpiro
Waka ama paddlers and gold clams go head-to-head.
Te Aroha and Paeroa in the spotlight for reality TV series
The towns are set to feature on Country House Hunters NZ this week.