Hobbiton's new attraction could have big spin-offs for region's tourism.

The 5000sqm operation was switched on earlier this month.

The Hamilton District Court Judge retired, bringing a legal career of 30 years to a close.

Three birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.

Uber driving Nan sweetens the deal with shortbread.

There is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.

Award-winning rose named after a 'brave' little girl.

There's plenty to be hospitable about in the Waikato.

Boon Street artists have created seven new murals.

Originally purchased as a family home, the venue has accommodated weddings since 2008.

The electric motorbike business will move to Te Rapa in the new year.

Toti makes final appeal to save the historic building.

The most recent council set to establish the wards is Hauraki District Council.

There are high hopes Hamilton Zoo's latest love story will result in new tiger cubs.

Strawberries are set to be the star of Labour weekend.

Mare Marbles gave birth to the still-nameless foal at the end of September.

A critically endangered parrot has survived up to 10 days outside the wire.

' It’s exciting to have another three years in Parliament.'

Arky Loveridge was born without an immune system and is living with Charge Syndrome.

Marathon in a Month fundraiser to help lodge keep up with surge in demand for services.

Backers of a waste-burning electricity generation project say it will be compliant.

“I had a good look at him, and I just thought, ‘Wow’.”

A sextet has joined Bunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga at Sanctuary Mountain.

Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono, 25, is the first Kiwi to win the competition since 2019.

Chris Hipkins made a new law and order policy announcement in Hamilton today.

Robots are coming to a Kmart store near you.

Terry is the assistant quarry manager at Atiamuri Sand and Pumice in the Waikato.

Hamilton-based National List MP David Bennett gives his valedictory speech.

Bunker, Ōtepoti, Motupōhue and Māhutonga stake their spots after exploring mountain home.

Supercars are coming to Taupō providing a big boost to the central North Island economy.

An adventurous group of 12 taking part in the special car rally Poles of Inconvenience.

Scout, Peggy and Sang just moved into their new homes.

Four kākāpō are now living at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari in Waikato.

Mike Tawse, from Scotland, has brought the ancient art of coopering to Pōkeno.

National's plan will also include more medical school placements at Auckland and Otago

Hamilton leaders are excited about big event opportunity next year.

Sidecar racer heartbroken: 'I'll probably have to stop racing'

Jamie Strange to retire from Parliament next election to spend more time with his family.

New signs show Tokoroa, Putāruru, Tīrau, and Arapuni in a new light.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and minister Stuart Nash visited the K'aute Pasifika fale.

Graeme Mead and Carl Haa launch holiday programme to get kids back on the right path.

Despite the achievement, both candidates want to focus on what they bring to council.

Joy and relief at return of historically and culturally significant reserve.

The Government committed $8 Million to Pacific providers to reach national smokefree goal.

12 classic launches will make their way from Auckland to the Maritime Park in Paeroa.

Pacific Island community trust K'aute Pasifika hosted a site visit for selected invitees.

Impact Hub Waikato is hosting an event to develop solutions to local climate challenges.

Leaders affirm remembering the Holocaust is now more important than ever.

Retired nurse Jan Wills-Collins points out striking similarities between Covid and polio.

The traditional tournament was back to celebrate 100 years, despite unknown future.

The much-loved rugby club was seen to be on fire around midnight last night.

Dozens of decision-ready visa applications prompt legal action by Afghans in the Waikato

Indigenous innovator develops quit smoking programme based on Māori ancestral knowledge.

Rugby is not two teams and their fans fighting for the win, it's about a good game.

'There was a lot of anger and disappointment ... the game meant a lot to the region'.

A great day in history because NZ made an impact internationally, says political activist.

Hamilton will be abuzz with a sold-out concert and a crowd of 20,000 at an All Blacks game

Quinn Tupaea has just been named as one of four new All Blacks - to his own surprise

Hamilton City Council and Envirowaste launch new waste minimisation education room.

Seeds of Renewal offers workshops, and talks around trees, seeds, plants and gardening.