Another large Hamilton building goes up in flames
Nine fire trucks were used to fight the blaze in Te Rapa including one ladder truck.
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May the paws be with you - Waikato Police dog Obi-Wan ready for action
The Waikato dog patrol unit receives its tenth canine-human duo.
Live ferrets feature in Hamilton Zoo display - possums and rats could follow
Ferrets are 'simply acting on their natural behaviour' but are deadly for native species.
Thousands drawn to Te Kauwhata's rural event of the year
The appeal of country life is strong with 3000 drawn to Te Kauwhata A&P Show.
New trail encourages people to discover their creative side
Getting in touch with one's creative side has health benefits too.
Te Aroha Spa development put on hold
Investor interest in Te Aroha spa development has cooled.
Little sunflower superstars turn into 'kaitiaki for the environment'
Over 900 Waikato kids took part in the Dalton's Sunflowers in Kindergartens project.
Lotto luck strikes across region
More Lotto luck for region including a Strike Four bonanza.
'Absolutely critical': How SH25a bridge was built so quickly
Present were interests from local business groups, retailers and tourist operators.
'Worst driving ever seen': Judge slams driver's meth-filled ram-rage
Douglas Scott is no longer in a relationship with the woman.
Big windfall for Waikato tertiary students
Nearly $3.9 million has been awarded since the annual scholarships in 1993.
Medal puts Hamilton boxer on path to Olympics
Papua New Guinea boxer Sheilla Yama fights out of Hamilton, wins gold at Pacific Games.
Bullseye: Hamilton to host New Zealand Darts Masters again
Hamilton hosted the competition for the first time in 2019.
Waikato amongst the top regions for tourism spending
Waikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.
Food forest fiends spoil free fruit initiative
Unappetising behaviour has spoiled fruit bound for the community.
Construction of key $40 million roundabout at Piarere gets underway
A site blessing was held this week on the dangerous Waikato intersection.
Waipā staff recognised for emergency management response
Mayor Susan O’Regan also thanked the trio on behalf of the Waipā district.
Te Awamutu Countdown re-opens as Woolworths after $6.2m upgrade
Te Awamutu residents get supermarket back after three-month refurbishment.
Watch: 'I will die for you': Hauraki-Waikato MP's promise to community
New Zealand's youngest MP since 1853 delivered her maiden speech yesterday.
Lotto luck! Hamilton, Auckland players win share of $1m
Two winners share $1 million Lotto first division prize.
'That's my boy': Young man filmed friend having sex with underage girl
He also pressured the girl into performing a sex act on him, and filmed that, too.
State houses built in China, delivered to Hamilton
Kāinga Ora is accelerating its public housing programme.
SH1 re-opens on all four lanes at Rangiriri
Remedial works at the site are wrapping up.
Waikato-Tainui open major hotel development
The Auckland Airport Hotel is a joint project of the airport and Tainui Group Holdings.
Sunflower business blooms from family tragedy
'I lost my sister in a car accident. Sunflowers were the theme at her funeral.'
Cannabis in rest homes: Kiwi company uses retirees for medicinal tests
Company trialling substitute for sleep and pain medication in aged care facilities.
Dominic Bird - the tallest All Black ever - hangs up his boots
Bird retires to spend more time with his kids and partner in Wellington.
Owls and bats feature in adults-only arboretum overnighter
People can now stay overnight at the Waitakaruru Arboretum near Tauwhare.
Police seek vehicle of interest in street race stabbing
Police are looking for a white BMW sedan they believe was involved in the incident.
Benji praises new Wests Tigers signing Alaimalo
The Wests Tigers have signed a former Super Rugby speedster for the 2024 NRL season.
'Holding NZTA and councils to account': Port Waikato MP on key priorities
Waikato Herald invites MPs to share their thoughts on the next term.
Chiefs sign Canterbury head coach to join experienced leadership group
Chiefs' CEO says Bourke is fitting in like he's always been part of the Chiefs.
Junior girls' rugby pilot
Sport Waikato and Waikato Rugby supporting programme to increase girls' rugby numbers.