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Le Currents 2023 rolls with venue, headliner change
Taupō's newest music festival is back in a bigger venue, with a new headliner.
Kāwhia Rugby Sub-Union: Photos, information about disbanded group sought
West Coast clubs formed Kāwhia District Rugby Football Sub-Union between 1920-1961.
On the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issued
Many usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
'Give something back': Man volunteers to milk cows this Xmas to give farmers a break
Ryan West continues his family tradition of milking the cows before opening the presents.
Unique fundraiser requires a marathon of golf
Almost $250,000 has been raised nationwide so far.
Big planting programme planned in South Waikato
DairyNZ, iwi and farmers are helping to improve waterway health in Pōkaiwhenua.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in January 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Diver hospitalised after being ‘pummelled’ by waves at Port Waikato
The diver was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.
Causes of Hamilton industrial building fires revealed
Two large fires in Te Rapa, Hamilton, happened within four days of each other.
Police frustrated by death toll on roads
Police plead with drivers to take extra care ahead of holidays following a tragic weekend.
Local news in brief
What's been happening in Waikato from new holiday programmes to new EV charging stations.
Walking, cycling and public transport just got a little easier in Cambridge
Improvements will create seamless link between new developments and rest of Cambridge.
Borrow-a-cup scheme now part of Hamilton cafe culture
Single use coffee cups are being replaced by borrowed reusable ones.
Price called in for Moana Pasifika
Former Waikato halfback training with Moana Pasifika Super Rugby Pacific squad.
New Hamilton community centre site confirmed
Pukete Neighbourhood House serves a large area in Hamilton.
Child in critical condition after driveway accident
The Serious Crash Unit is investigating a driveway incident in Te Kūiti.
All Blacks' son banned from rugby league after cocaine use
Evaan Reihana has been hit with a ban after testing positive for cocaine.
'Enslavement': Anti-vaxxer confronts judge at court bench, dragged by security
He argued 'just because people say the Earth is round, it doesn't mean that it is'.
'True community hall' burns down in rural Waikato
The fire completely destroyed the building.
School group involved in mass rescue on Waikato River
Ten people have drowned in the Waikato River between Lake Taupō and Huka Falls since 2008.
Special recognition for Taupō students
Year 12 and 13 students from Taupō have been recognised for their hard work this year.
Kiwi Pies returns from the ashes - fans snap them up
Eight months on, Kiwi Pies is back and thriving thanks to the local community.
Minister asked to step in over proposed rubbish burning plant
A waste-to-energy plant near Te Awamutu received a record number of submissions.
Hamilton gets a little greener with completion of Mangaonua Gully project
New green space completed ahead of schedule.
Waikato comes alive with events over Christmas and New Year
A selection of events to enjoy in the Waikato during the festive season.
Waikato Rugby president named volunteer of the year
A big supporter of grassroots rugby, Grainger has been involved in the game for decades.
Man revisits Raglan 50 years on from Dad's disappearance
Wayne Morley came from the UK to pay tribute to his Dad who died in Raglan 50 years ago.
New Huntly FreshChoice part of 'ambitious' plan to expand the brand
FreshChoice Huntly is the latest to re-brand as part of an ambitious expansion plan.
Playing a variety of sports improves performance
Will Jordan and Maia Roos are helping to create change by sharing their stories.
Vandals target new Cambridge playground
Vandals even tried to set fire to a water fountain.
Another large Hamilton building goes up in flames
Nine fire trucks were used to fight the blaze in Te Rapa including one ladder truck.