Waikato HeraldDesert Rd closed after early morning truck crashState Highway 1 is shut between Waiōuru and Rangipo after a truck rolled.23 Nov 08:58 PM
Waikato HeraldHoliday stop turns into double hole-in-one for Hawke's Bay man'Two of the cleanest blue hole-in-ones in our history.'21 Nov 02:24 AM
Waikato HeraldFrom ashes to renewal: How Tongariro’s blackened slopes could heal themselvesThe fire scorched 3000ha, about 4% of Tongariro National Park.20 Nov 01:28 AM
Waikato Herald'Sport is the vehicle': Ruapehu trust backs youth through play'The biggest gift is also the biggest challenge up here.'19 Nov 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland dateThe new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.19 Nov 03:59 AM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain batters North Island as multiple warnings remain in place, state highway flooded18 Nov 08:24 PM
Waikato HeraldMost concerned about BoP: Heavy rain warnings as deluge looms for North Island17 Nov 11:51 PM
Waikato Herald'In this sadness, we find strength': Tongariro tracks reopen after fire'It won’t look quite like it did before... it's a sobering view.'16 Nov 10:03 PM
Waikato HeraldQuarter of all trucks tested in blitz fail brake testAuthorities tested the brakes of 58 vehicles and found 15 of them were faulty.15 Nov 07:35 AM
Waikato Herald'Not a representation of NZ': Regional chefs disappointed by Michelin Guide snubThe $6.3m deal covers Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown only.13 Nov 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald10-year Tongariro rāhui aims to heal fire-hit landscapeNgāti Hikairo ki Tongariro says the rāhui is about restoration, not closure.12 Nov 08:43 PM
Waikato Herald'Doesn’t mean the fire is out': Fire crews remain at Tongariro National Park'There may be patches of smouldering vegetation that would reignite very easily.'11 Nov 04:00 PM
LiveWaikato HeraldLive: ‘It doesn't mean it's not still burning underground’ - Tongariro fire size remains unchangedPolice checkpoints are present 24/7 in multiple locations.10 Nov 10:18 PM
Waikato HeraldBlue Duck Station wins national eco-tourism award'My hope is for New Zealand to become the biggest conservation project on earth.'10 Nov 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Possible thunderstorms in Auckland': Heavy rain to lash North Island this eveningThe thunderstorms are forecast to lash Auckland down to the Hawke's Bay. 10 Nov 04:19 AM
Waikato Herald'Heartbreaking': National Park firefighters share toll of massive blazeFour National Park firefighters were the first to face the fire that soon consumed 2800ha.10 Nov 02:34 AM
Waikato Herald'In the middle of it all': Sacred Tongariro carving survives wildfirePhotos show only light charring on the lower side of the sacred carving.10 Nov 02:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Greatly loved' former National MP and Children's Commissioner diesTodd McClay, current Trade Minister and MP for Rotorua, shared news of his father's death.09 Nov 11:58 PM
Waikato Herald'Like the end of the world': Hiker describes evac amid falling ash as fire closed inDaisy Bao and her group were rescued by helicopter as the Tongariro fire spread.09 Nov 06:38 AM
Waikato Herald'Hellscape': Whakapapa Village evacuated as crews battle Tongariro blazeThe fire is just 20% contained. 09 Nov 04:52 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome to Mordor': Resort owner says massive Tongariro blaze a 'hellscape'About 1100 hectares of bush are now burning in the national park.08 Nov 10:33 PM
Waikato Herald'Not under control': Firefighters battle 300ha Tongariro National Park blazeSix brigades and a command unit worked to contain the forest fire.08 Nov 04:48 AM
Today22°C14°CPartly cloudy. Chance of a shower before dawn and again from late afternoon. Easterlies, turning northerly early afternoon.
Wednesday24°C16°CPartly cloudy, with the chance of a shower from morning. Northwesterlies developing in the morning.
Waikato HeraldBody recovered from Lake TaupōNgāti Tūwharetoa have placed a rāhui over that part of Lake Taupō.04 Nov 03:40 AM
SportStephen Marsh’s Swiss Prince stakes 2000 Guineas claim with Sarten winSwiss Prince’s Tauranga win tightened his 2000 Guineas odds from $14 to $4.50.01 Nov 07:16 AM
Waikato HeraldIconic Taupō Hole in One reopens after $1m upgradeThe redevelopment includes new covered bays, café and 'Ball Blaster'.31 Oct 12:23 AM
Waikato HeraldFamiliar face returns to deputy mayor role in Hamilton reshuffleAngela O’Leary takes on a new role overseeing council connectivity.30 Oct 10:22 PM
Waikato Herald'What a ride': 2025 Mt Ruapehu ski season a mixed bagA slow start, strong middle of the season and an abrupt washout was the story of 2025.27 Oct 05:14 PM
Waikato Herald'Looks like it will intensify': Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island'There is quite a wide risk of thunderstorms tonight and into tomorrow.'27 Oct 07:53 AM
Waikato HeraldPensioner spent nearly two years in cold, damp council unit then got evictedShe won the first battle but has now been evicted for rent arrears.25 Oct 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Raw effluent from piggery gushes into local streamsToxic effluent from the farm polluted streams feeding the Waihou River.23 Nov 10:53 PM
Waikato HeraldDesert Rd closed after early morning truck crashState Highway 1 is shut between Waiōuru and Rangipo after a truck rolled.23 Nov 08:58 PM
Waikato HeraldSeafood NZ challenges claims over Hauraki Gulf fishing rulesSeafood NZ says only five small ring-net fishers can use two protected zones.23 Nov 07:04 PM
Waikato Herald'Critical condition': Waikato motorsport race cancelled after medical eventThey pulled to the side of the track and responders were on the scene immediately. 23 Nov 07:11 AM
Waikato HeraldOne dead after Matamata driveway tragedy, police examine sceneEmergency services were called to Manuka St about 1.50pm.22 Nov 03:04 AM
Waikato HeraldHoliday stop turns into double hole-in-one for Hawke's Bay man'Two of the cleanest blue hole-in-ones in our history.'21 Nov 02:24 AM
Waikato HeraldWaikato projects shine at national architecture awardsTwenty-nine winners were selected from 61 shortlisted projects nationwide.21 Nov 01:47 AM
Waikato Herald'It's a bit unique': First-time protesters plan harbour bridge convoyFisherman Ben Chissell says the protest grew from a Facebook post in October.20 Nov 08:52 PM
The CountryEnd of golden run? Tropical air mass to bring hot nights for north, wild weather for southChristchurch will swelter on 30C midweek while Auckland temps stay in high teens at night.24 Nov 01:00 AM
The CountryWatch: Raw effluent from piggery gushes into local streamsToxic effluent from the farm polluted streams feeding the Waihou River.23 Nov 10:53 PM
The CountrySeafood NZ challenges claims over Hauraki Gulf fishing rulesSeafood NZ says only five small ring-net fishers can use two protected zones.23 Nov 07:04 PM
OneRoofNZ’s Woofington’s castle sells for over $3mIconic Wellington property had been a luxury hotel for dogs.24 Nov 08:36 AM
OneRoof$1 reserve for home with million-dollar views ... but ‘there are some fishhooks’Listing agents describe the property as a "once-in-a-decade opportunity".24 Nov 08:20 AM
OneRoofInterest rate forecast: Are the OCR cuts about to come to an end? The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.24 Nov 06:25 AM
OneRoofSponsored: Can you go bold?When choosing an outside colour, consider cost and street appeal.23 Nov 04:25 PM
OneRoofSon of famous NZ saboteur selling his off-grid home - ‘we had no electricity’ Jack Leason and his wife Hanneke built their slice paradise using recycled materials.23 Nov 04:12 PM
OneRoofShortland Street's bad boy Ido Drent: Why he swapped TV soaps for affordable housingHe's now a property developer and wants to change lives for the better.23 Nov 07:20 AM
OneRoofAgent who sold Sir John Key mansion gets over $3m for Burger King ad houseYoung couple snaps up iconic property.22 Nov 06:30 PM
OneRoofNZ’s most popular dogs revealed - and why housing has shaken up the list Research reveals the most popular breeds and the cities with the most pooches.22 Nov 07:00 AM
Lifestyle‘Year of the collaboration’: 15 artists unite for milestone Graffiato festivalGraffiato was founded in 2011 to tackle tagging and has now produced more than 85 murals.22 Oct 10:30 PM
Waikato HeraldArt and netball - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?22 Oct 08:00 PM
SportRiders brace for gruelling Hard Adventure EnduroMore than 150 riders will tackle Taupō’s tough, three-day competition.21 Oct 08:00 PM
