Waikato HeraldSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
Waikato HeraldLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Antisocial behaviour won’t be tolerated': Police warn Kinloch revellersAnyone breaching the Kinloch liquor ban risks a $250 instant fine or arrest.29 Dec 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Waikato HeraldFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZ28 Dec 10:42 PM
SportWomen who owned 2025: Kiwi stars rewrite the record booksSammie Maxwell fought back from Olympic selection doubts to a historic MTB title.25 Dec 05:01 PM
Waikato HeraldWatch: The moment a jetboat swerves, averts collision with kayaker in full flight at Huka Falls The kayaker praised the Hukafalls Jet Taupō skipper for swerving in time.23 Dec 12:07 AM
Waikato Herald'Things can change in a heartbeat': Police warning after Taupō boat fire rescueThe man survived after swimming for over an hour in Lake Taupō with no lifejacket.22 Dec 07:20 PM
Waikato Herald'Got a long way to go': Teen skier continues hospital fight after shattering legs on Mt RuapehuThe 13-year-old fell about 8m off a cliff while skiing at Whakapapa in October.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBoatie rescued after fire on Lake Taupo, investigation underwayEmergency crews began searching after the boat was reported overdue.21 Dec 06:32 PM
Waikato HeraldWhere to eat, hike and play this summer if you are staying closer to homeBig flavours, outdoor adventures and unforgettable ways to ring in 2026.20 Dec 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHide and seek: Alleged shoplifter accused of $13k spree found hiding in wardrobeShe was tracked down by her vehicle, then found hiding in a Rotorua wardrobe.18 Dec 10:42 PM
Waikato HeraldFrom Labubus to robots: The quirkiest things we bought this yearManurewa featured in six of the 11 top quirky products bought through Afterpay.17 Dec 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldCrash blocks SH1 between Taupō and TūrangiDrivers should avoid the area or expect delays, police say. 17 Dec 12:25 AM
Waikato HeraldWarming again: Mt Ruapehu crater lake shows temperature rise Minor hot water upwellings and yellow sulphur slicks were seen on the lake.16 Dec 09:45 PM
Waikato Herald'Perfect day': MP marries long-time partner in surprise home weddingOnly 44 guests were invited to the surprise ceremony for friends and family.16 Dec 02:10 AM
Waikato HeraldCalculated gang hit: Judge condemns 'waste' as killer gets life in jailMongrel Mob president Teina Williams, 34, must serve at least 17 years for murder.12 Dec 04:56 AM
Waikato HeraldChristmas comes early for fans of speed reductionsSections of SH25 in the Coromandel will drop to 50km/h before the summer holiday peak.11 Dec 07:48 AM
Waikato HeraldLarge Tongariro blaze believed to have started accidentally An air fleet will help 30 firefighters tackling the blaze on the ground. 09 Dec 12:32 AM
SportMotorcycle racing elite gather in Taupō for Suzuki Series openerThe 17th Suzuki International Series ends with Whanganui's Boxing Day street race.08 Dec 11:44 PM
Friday20°C12°CShowers, with possible thunderstorms, downpours, and hail, easing this evening. Southerlies.
Sunday24°C13°CFine, then a few showers developing in the evening. Light winds, then northerlies developing at night.
Waikato HeraldSurprise tsunami: Scientists solve riddle of freak wave that set off warning gaugesA 25cm tsunami wave hit Napier without an earthquake to trigger it.08 Dec 09:05 PM
Waikato HeraldSweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possibleTemperatures are forecast to remain in the low 20s to high 30s during the next few days.08 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTongariro blaze grows to 322ha as fire crews brace for days of battleThe fire has grown to 322ha and is only about 25% contained.08 Dec 01:18 AM
Waikato Herald'Can be deadly': Rogue Tongariro Crossing shuttle drivers face crackdown from DoCThe department has warned rule-breaking shuttle firms they're on their final warnings06 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMayor warns rates cap will hit tourism districtsRuapehu has a small population but its heavy visitor load requires additional facilities.04 Dec 10:30 PM
Waikato HeraldNew booking system for Tongariro huts aims to curb overcrowdingDoC says booking gives extra assurance to families and less experienced visitors.04 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldAir NZ flights disrupted by Auckland weather; 5000 Thames properties hit by power outageThe North Island is cloaked in warnings and watches today.03 Dec 06:56 AM
Waikato Herald|Updated'Road will be closed for several hours': Four in hospital after SH1 crashTwo of the four injured people are in critical conditions.03 Jan 04:03 AM
Waikato HeraldSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
Waikato HeraldThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldFour youths charged after 100km chase across Waikato ends in arrestsTwo men and two 14-year-old boys now face aggravated robbery charges.02 Jan 07:02 AM
Waikato HeraldOfficer hit by bottle as 1000 youths clash with police in Coromandel holiday spotsSeven youths were arrested in Whangamatā and one in Pāuanui overnight.01 Jan 11:44 PM
Waikato HeraldTV star agent Jayne Kiely selling her bach - 'there will be tears'"You come down here, you don't put your makeup on, and you get sand between your toes."01 Jan 07:17 AM
Waikato HeraldChristmas holiday road toll rises to 4; police appeal for dashcam footageA person died in a Waikato crash overnight and one died today after a crash near Kaikōura.30 Dec 10:58 PM
Waikato Herald‘Noise is not the same as progress’: Te reo leader’s warning after royal honourProfessor Tom Roa has been fighting for te reo Māori for more than 50 years.30 Dec 09:53 PM
The CountryModel railway enthusiasts bring farming history to lifeThe exploits of The Greater Waikato Railway Modellers Inc. was a well-read story in 2025.02 Jan 04:01 PM
The CountryThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
The Country'Rare and authentic': NZ's first Land Rover sparks charity driveYear in Review: This tale of a Landrover called Twenty was well-read in 2025.02 Jan 04:00 PM
OneRoofFamilies at war: What happens to the beach house when mum and dad die?Rows over shared holiday homes can tear families apart, warn experts. 02 Jan 06:35 PM
OneRoofSam Hunt ate here: Iconic Kiwi cafe loved by star poet up for grabs White House Cafe for sale nearly a decade after closing its doors.02 Jan 05:50 PM
OneRoofThe best frying pans to buy in NZ, as tested by three top beef and lamb chefs These are the pans the experts can't live without.02 Jan 07:31 AM
OneRoofWhere Kiwis have the best chance of buying a house for less than $500,000Towns and suburbs like Ohura and Fordlands offer cheap homes, but there are trade-offs.02 Jan 07:25 AM
OneRoofTV star agent Jayne Kiely selling her bach - 'there will be tears'"You come down here, you don't put your makeup on, and you get sand between your toes."01 Jan 07:17 AM
OneRoof'Absolutely waterfront': Rare Great Barrier glamping retreat up for grabs for less than $1mSafari-style tent is an alternative to the traditional Kiwi bach.01 Jan 07:15 AM
OneRoofHouse prices up by 6%, watch out for the election: What to expect in 2026 after a shocker year Economists tip market growth but warn cheap mortgage rates are coming to an end.31 Dec 04:20 PM
OneRoofRevealed: The Auckland streets attracting rich-lister money and the ones that have fallen out of favourWaiheke Island luxury strips overtake Remuera in Auckland rich list.31 Dec 07:44 AM
BusinessBilly bookcases in Bulls? How to shop at Ikea if you don't live in AucklandIkea products can be collected from 29 pick-up points across the country, from this week.03 Dec 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHope after the fire: Why Tongariro’s quiet regrowth matters more than everRotorua writer Lifang Chen reflects on hope after the Tongariro wildfire.01 Dec 03:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCyclist badly hurt after ute mirror strike during Taupō Enduro raceThe crash left Tod Penberthy, 67, with six broken ribs and deep arm cuts.01 Dec 05:00 AM
