New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after car in service station raid crashes into streamThe alleged offenders fled the scene in two vehicles stolen earlier from Hamilton.03 Apr 04:17 AM
OpinionOpinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unityOver 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.24 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandThistles a 'menace to conservation' in 1948“If this goes on, in 10 years there will be 100,000 acres devoted to thistle."15 Mar 04:00 PM
BoxingWaikato boxer to make professional debutThe event will be held instead of Lani Daniels' world light heavyweight fight.12 Mar 12:05 AM
New Zealand'I'll stab you': Shoplifter's threat as she steals $1500 worth of clothing, with toddler in towRosey Heurea targeted Rebel Sport, The Warehouse, Farmers and Chemist Warehouse.10 Mar 04:10 AM
New Zealand'Onwards and upwards': Wildlife sanctuary out of the woods for nowIn June, SMM said it was struggling financially and could be forced to close.26 Feb 09:59 PM
New ZealandTired teen was doing up to 176km/h in crash that killed mateThomas Henry May had been drinking at a pub and was heading to Hamilton when he crashed.24 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘Hateful’: Police on alert as protest against Destiny Church planned for AucklandAction comes after violent scenes at Rainbow Parade last weekend. 22 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandDestiny Church leader Brian Tamaki facing family heartbreakThe church leader shared details online amid a week of increased attention. 20 Feb 12:54 AM
New ZealandTwo in custody after 'erratic driving' leads to pursuit across WaikatoReports from the public of the car being driven dangerously aided the police chase.14 Feb 04:07 AM
New ZealandPrisoner who nearly died after meth bag burst inside him caught with the drug againHe had been released from prison to attend a tangi when he ingested the drugs.14 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandKiwi translocation season to start with special visitor experienceTo date, 346 kiwi have been translocated from Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari.03 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice continue search for missing owner of burned-out vehicleTravis, 24, was last seen on January 17. Police found his vehicle burnt out in Ngāroma.31 Jan 12:51 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for person seen struggling in Waikato River near CambridgeAt this stage, it is unconfirmed how the person came to be in the river.29 Jan 01:45 AM
New Zealand‘Constantly looking over my shoulder’: Man's relief at being caught after five years on the runThe 36-year-old, who stole $47k from businesses, was finally found after drink driving.14 Jan 07:00 AM
Lifestyle'One careful owner': Op shop condoms might be a stretchCommenters question safety of the contraceptives after picture shared on social media.07 Jan 04:00 PM
EnvironmentDeadly disease kills 100-year-old tree despite vaccinationThe fatal and fast-spreading disease was found to be present in the Waikato in February.02 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandThe city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZHousing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH3 in Te Awamutu, eight injuredMotorists are advised to follow diversions and expect delays.21 Dec 04:33 AM
New Zealand'Solutions must be found' for lack of local journalism, Jeanz saysLoss of local news meant 'weaker communities' as the climate crisis bites.18 Dec 07:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato kākāpō goes on a surprise off-grid adventureThe endangered flightless parrot took an unplanned break from technology.18 Dec 12:28 AM
New ZealandGolfer clocks up 100 rounds of golf with scores under his own ageStuart Reid, 79, wins 2024 shoot-out, scores under age 100+ times; aims for more.13 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato road blocked after car hits power poleCambridge Rd expected to be blocked for several hours.04 Dec 08:39 PM
New Zealand'Not enough evidence' that incinerator would be positive for community, mayor saysWaipā District Council prepares feedback on Te Awamutu waste-to-energy plant.27 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeter reader critically injured as thieves looking for drug money steal his work carJason Wharekura maintains he doesn't know his co-offenders, despite his guilty plea.27 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice respond to possible sighting of armed people on college campusPolice have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.26 Nov 03:12 AM
New ZealandPrisoner captured after escape from Waikato HospitalThe incident has prompted a review of Spring Hill Corrections Facility procedure.22 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandWaikato butchery Expleo brings home the baconThe Te Awamutu business won four national awards recently.19 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandTree disaster leaves Ōpārau without power for daysWaipā Networks responded after 14 poles fell in Ōpārau.18 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato country music duo scoop up six award nominations in USThe duo won Best New Artist at HUGS Radio Awards, nominated for six US awards.15 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandFor or against waste-to-energy plant: Submissions due by December 18Time running out to submit to EPA on Te Awamutu's waste-to-energy plant.11 Nov 02:00 AM
KahuCostumes of Ka Whawhai Tonu movie on display for the first timeMovie costume exhibition brings important story to life at Te Awamutu Museum.30 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandDoorDash app launches in Taupō, Cambridge and Te AwamutuDoorDash launches in Taupō, Timaru, Cambridge and Te Awamutu, among other stores.29 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandPhotographer captures comet, meteor shower and kiwi-shaped nebula in one imageBerge hiked to a remote location, avoiding light pollution to capture breathtaking skies.24 Oct 08:43 PM
