New Zealand'Serious' condition: Two hospitalised in Waikato crashOne person is in serious condition, the other in moderate condition.06 Jul 11:10 PM
New Zealand'Shaken' ordeal: Bar worker confronted with gun in Hamilton robberyThe suspects fled in a stolen Toyota Surf, later found in Te Awamutu.04 Jul 01:02 AM
RacingAshlee Strawbridge rides Cheap Sav to victory for first career winAshlee Strawbridge guided her first winner at Cambridge on Wednesday.18 Jun 06:44 AM
TravelWhy exploring NZ's rich Māori heritage is a must-doOPINION: Visit Waipoua Forest at night with a Māori guide for a spiritual experience.16 Jun 08:00 PM
Crime'I've paid the price': Illegal gasfitter claims laws need to changeJohn Arthur falsely advertised himself as a registered professional.08 Jun 03:00 AM
Racing'Very nice performance': Major Major strides to Ellerslie victoryThe 7-year-old won his first 2100m race for the stable of Katrina and Simon Alexander.07 Jun 05:11 AM
RacingCambridge trainer Tony Pike enters four in Ellerslie juvenile contestPike has Arthur, Ashoka, Boombox and Happy Youmzain in today's race for two-year-olds.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Game changer': Corrections Minister opens Waikeria Prison's new 596-bed facilityThe jail's extension spans about 21 hectares and includes 28 new buildings.06 Jun 03:21 AM
RacingMick On Monday: Patience should pay off for returning sprinterOne of the greatest trainers of all time is one of the reasons Twain is at Te Aroha today.01 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Crude attempt': Sister caught trying to use gran's death to get gangster brother out of prisonNatalia Merrin, 28, even catfished another dead person's Facebook page.27 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in WaikatoIt's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.01 May 05:46 AM
New ZealandAlex Mukuka to make professional debut in Te AwamutuThe Commonwealth Games boxer has his eyes set on a world championship belt.28 Apr 04:47 AM
New Zealand'Exceptional courage': Officers praised in high-stakes police chaseA 43-year-old was arrested after a high-speed chase in Te Awamutu.26 Apr 02:06 AM
New Zealand'Working towards abundance': Record-breaker kiwi translocation completeSince the end of February, 232 birds were moved to new homes.24 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: He's 100 – and the world's oldest motorcycle racerLeslie Harris has no intention of hanging up his leathers.23 Apr 05:02 PM
KahuPlunket scheme vaccinates fewer than 100 babies in five monthsPlunket vaccinated fewer than 100 babies since its December soft launch.23 Apr 02:10 AM
New ZealandPerson in serious condition after crash near ŌhaupōHato Hone St John were notified of the incident at 07.46am.08 Apr 10:27 PM
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
