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 HeraldSurprise tsunami: Scientists solve riddle of freak wave that set off warning gauges08 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
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
Waikato HeraldFrom selling a grader to $10m: How a foundation built a lasting community fundFounding trustee Jan Bolton famously sold some machinery to help get Geyser started.30 Nov 10:48 PM
SportThousands ride, sprint and celebrate at Lake TaupōAuckland rider Alex Botha won the 160km men's race by just 0.18 seconds.30 Nov 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldOne person dies following SH2 crash, motorists asked to avoid area'The road remains closed between Monument Rd and Heaven Rd with diversions in place.'25 Nov 11:42 PM
Waikato HeraldTop riders set to light up tracks as Suzuki International Series roars backRacing starts at Taupo International Motorsport Park on December 6.25 Nov 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRotorua woman to tackle 30km ride after transplantOnce unable to walk to her letterbox, Kath Cross now has lung function of 72%.25 Nov 06:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Reflecting the values of Te Awa Tupua': Water entity one step closerA new council-controlled organisation is planned to be operational by July 2027. 24 Nov 05:30 PM
Today19°C13°CCloudy with the odd afternoon shower, then rain developing in the evening. Westerlies, becoming strong for a time in the afternoon.
Friday18°C7°CA few showers clearing to fine in the morning. Westerlies, becoming strong for a time in the afternoon.
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
Sport‘It’s definitely a learning curve’: Wilde reflects on costly Dubai errorHayden Wilde was denied victory after riding an extra lap on the bike in Dubai.18 Nov 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain batters North Island as multiple warnings remain in place, state highway floodedAuckland faces an early morning soaking as the downpour moves east.18 Nov 08:24 PM
Waikato HeraldFast-track green light for Waihī North mineThe mining project is forecast to add $5.2b in gold and silver exports over 18 years.18 Dec 03:35 AM
Waikato HeraldGrandfather dies after incident involving commercial mower in the CoromandelThe workplace death has been referred to WorkSafe and the coroner.18 Dec 03:30 AM
Waikato HeraldFlames and smoke pour from car on SH29The burning vehicle had stopped at the side of the road near the Kaimai Summit.17 Dec 11:25 PM
Waikato HeraldKiwi house hit by vandalism and arson, causing $15k damage and lost incomeThe break-in shut down life-support systems in kiwi enclosures overnight.17 Dec 10:53 PM
Waikato HeraldSkippers face summer safety checks on Waikato watersSkippers face fines of up to $200 for each safety rule breached on the water.17 Dec 10:38 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice refused use of rescue chopper because they wrongly thought teenager was deadThe girl was stuck on the cliff for about four hours in the dark.17 Dec 08:15 PM
Waikato HeraldChilly temperatures remain as rain clears for most of the countryTemperature highs are expected to sit in the low 20s for most of New Zealand.17 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'You exploited them': Judge slams employer who failed to pay workers'All three of them trusted you ... and you broke them.'17 Dec 06:11 AM
The Country'A huge honour': Man himself presents Taumata the Ian Kirkpatrick medal ‘We were playing against the bloody refs’: Kirkpatrick recalls 1976 All Blacks tour.18 Dec 05:00 AM
The Country'The first prize we’ve got is working together': Iwi sign historic aquaculture dealThe deal unlocks 5000ha of new aquaculture space worth $35m for iwi.18 Dec 04:00 AM
The CountryFast-track green light for Waihī North mineThe mining project is forecast to add $5.2b in gold and silver exports over 18 years.18 Dec 03:35 AM
OneRoofBuyers pay $2.5m at auction to demolish large family home on elite streetStrong competition for "as is where is" property sees sale price blast past the RV.18 Dec 01:00 AM
OneRoofTony Alexander: Welcome to a new era of house price rises in New ZealandThe market has picked up in the last three months - but what's in store for 2026?18 Dec 12:55 AM
OneRoofExplainer: When will foreigners be able to buy real estate in New Zealand – and what happens next?The "golden visa" bill has been passed, but some details still need to be worked out.17 Dec 04:23 PM
OneRoof‘League of its own’: Mega-estate hits the market eyeing $18m buyer“There's nothing you could wish for that’s not there. You never have to leave home."17 Dec 06:36 AM
OneRoofMayor hopeful’s Bitcoin bid falls flat as Remuera home sells for ‘plain old dollars’John Alcock’s home snapped for over $5m, but no one offered to pay in cryptocurrency.17 Dec 06:30 AM
OneRoofOutrageous Fortune star sells her Auckland villa from the makeup chair"I just need a couple of minutes, I’m selling my house."16 Dec 07:38 AM
OneRoofBeachside frenzy: Cottage snapped up after 250 people crowd open homesAgent says if he had 100 of these homes, he'd sell them all in a couple of weeks.16 Dec 07:30 AM
OneRoof‘When? What?’ - NZ’s top agents surprised as foreign buyer ban quietly reversedStatement released on Saturday announces changes to Overseas Investment Act.15 Dec 04:39 PM
Waikato HeraldMost concerned about BoP: Heavy rain warnings as deluge looms for North IslandForecasters warn Bay of Plenty could get up to 200mm of rain in 24 hours.17 Nov 11:51 PM
Waikato HeraldWet, wet, wet: Heavy rain warnings for Bay of PlentyThe Coromandel Peninsula and Tongariro National Park are also under warnings.16 Nov 11:29 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
