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 Island27 Oct 07:53 AM
Waikato HeraldPensioner spent nearly two years in cold, damp council unit then got evicted25 Oct 10:00 PM
Lifestyle‘Year of the collaboration’: 15 artists unite for milestone Graffiato festival22 Oct 10:30 PM
SportRiders brace for gruelling Hard Adventure EnduroMore than 150 riders will tackle Taupō’s tough, three-day competition.21 Oct 08:00 PM
Waikato Herald'I had to fight to stay alive': Victim stabbed 18 times before grabbing knife from frenzied attackerShe suffered severe head trauma from the attack, which happened outside a police station.21 Oct 06:30 AM
Waikato HeraldNew mayor's unusual message to community: He'll be no-show at noisy eventsJohn Funnell is a well-known ex-rescue chopper pilot and was awarded NZ's bravery medal. 18 Oct 05:17 AM
Waikato HeraldWaitomo, Ruapehu 'still coming to terms' with flood damageSome major roads are due to reopen today.17 Oct 03:04 AM
Waikato Herald'Kids are still dying': Joint inquest considered into four motocross crash deathsThe deaths of four children happened in 'broadly similar circumstances', a coroner says.16 Oct 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldChanging of the guard: Waikato mayors out as new faces sweep inOnly Hauraki, South Waikato, Waitomo and Ruapehu kept their mayors.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo dead: Police appeal for footage after North Island crashPolice say a grey SUV and a small silver hatchback may have been involved.15 Oct 07:46 PM
Waikato HeraldRock royalty Iggy Pop, Joan Jett and more unite for NZ concertsThe star duo are among the lineup for the Summer Concert Tour at the end of January.15 Oct 05:45 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ luxury lodge named as one of the world's top hotels in prestigious global awardsThe lodge has previoulsy hosted Queen Elizabeth II and celebrities including Mick Jagger.14 Oct 10:07 PM
Waikato Herald'Better animal all round': New dairy-beef breed raised in TaupōAbout 350 Synergizer calves have been born on a Pāmu farm near Taupō. 14 Oct 08:39 PM
Waikato HeraldMāori wards on edge as preliminary votes show split across councilsHamilton's Māori ward looks safe, with 'keep' votes ahead by more than 1000.14 Oct 06:10 AM
LiveWaikato HeraldWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Dramatic footage shows motorcyclist bowled by uteThe rider was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition.13 Oct 09:51 PM
Waikato HeraldHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
Waikato HeraldPerson airlifted to hospital after Taupō motorcycle crash The crash happened at the intersection of Rifle Range Rd and Taharepa Rd.12 Oct 11:27 PM
Friday22°C12°CFine, then rain developing in the evening. Northwesterlies developing for a time in the afternoon and evening.
SportSamara Maxwell secures historic World Series mountain biking crownThe 23-year-old Taupō rider sealed the crown with five wins from 10 rounds.12 Oct 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldFunnell elected Taupō Mayor as tight races decide final council seatsFormer rescue pilot John Funnell thanked voters after winning the mayoralty.12 Oct 11:25 PM
Waikato HeraldLive: Macindoe takes Hamilton mayoraltyVoting has closed, and the first results have come in this afternoon. 11 Oct 05:14 AM
Waikato HeraldLocal elections 2025: Kirton retains Ruapehu mayoraltyThere were four Ruapehu mayoral candidates this year. 11 Oct 01:45 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome news': Funding allows Toi Ohomai Tokoroa campus to stay openTaupō MP Louise Upston said she was pleased 'face to face learning' would continue.10 Oct 01:01 AM
Waikato HeraldGraham Bell: Police pay tribute to 'a bit of a legend'Bell attained 'national treasure' on Police Ten 7, calling out 'gutless goons'.09 Oct 01:03 AM
Waikato HeraldInside the secretive world of sniper training in WaiouruSoldiers from Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Fiji joined the training.07 Oct 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHamilton’s business heart shines at Love the Centre AwardsThe annual awards crowned winners in 11 categories.05 Nov 10:26 PM
Waikato Herald‘So avoidable’: Coroner’s warning after man's fatal decision costs him his lifeCoroner Ian Telford says it 'makes this situation all the more painful'.05 Nov 06:01 PM
Waikato HeraldFood, fun and fur: Inside Hamilton’s Gourmet in the GardenFounder Tania Simpson says the event gives people a break from their screens.05 Nov 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo killed in crash near PaeroaState Highway 2 has reopened following the crash. 05 Nov 05:54 PM
Waikato Herald'You got it wrong': Cop sprayed compliant motorist with pepper spray three timesA judge convicted the officer, saying: 'This man had not abused and/or threatened you.'05 Nov 02:00 AM
Waikato HeraldOne dead after car and truck crash near GordontonEmergency services were called to the scene about 1pm on Wednesday.05 Nov 12:34 AM
Waikato HeraldRose festival and Round the Bridges – here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?04 Nov 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCoromandel man convicted of serious sexual offending against childrenHis crimes involved two children aged under 12 in the Bay of Plenty over three years.04 Nov 07:35 PM
The CountryThe pāua and the pistol: Man throws his catch into the sea as officers confront himPolice doing a routine check were confronted with an odd reaction, and then found a gun.05 Nov 07:18 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDeadline day: Will the Govt move to close Gloriavale’s school? Lake Brunner School has 58 students: a Gloriavale influx could completely change it.05 Nov 04:00 PM
The CountryPM skips Parliament to meet Indian trade minister, denies talks in troubleLuxon chose to skip his usual appearance in the House for Question Time on Wednesday.05 Nov 03:06 AM
OneRoof|Updated‘Going for a song!’ Historic villa built by God Defend New Zealand composer for sale“It is so Kiwi. It embraces everything patriotic about being a Kiwi.” 05 Nov 11:18 PM
OneRoofOver $10m 100% - famous ‘party house’ tipped to make history Agents say the high-end buyers are there and ready to spend. 05 Nov 07:12 PM
OneRoofFor sale: Grand Designs house that ended in romance, not tears and heartacheIt is the second home from the TV show to hit the market in less than a month. 05 Nov 07:03 AM
OneRoofNZ’s next Arrowtown: Baches for as little as $500K and parking isn’t a nightmareRural town with population of around 1200 set to hit the big time, say agents.05 Nov 07:00 AM
OneRoofSummerset founder selling his Kapiti Coast mansion for over $2.99mJohn O'Sullivan and his wife Rosa are downsizing now that their family has "buggered off".05 Nov 06:55 AM
OneRoofNZ bank offers ‘crazy’ home loan rates of 3.99% - lowest in four yearsOffer of ultra-low one and two-year rates heralds more cuts ahead of OCR decision.04 Nov 07:09 AM
OneRoofLove It Or List It home sells fast after getting sharp asking priceYoung couple snapped up the bungalow but hadn't seen the show.04 Nov 07:00 AM
OneRoofBurt Reynolds wouldn’t leave: Famous Lake Taupō Lodge for saleOwners selling up after 40 years.03 Nov 06:44 AM
Waikato Herald'Devastating': Teen skier faces 1yr in wheelchair after breaking back, legs on Mt RuapehuŌamaru boy Charlie Lane, 13, aspired to become a ski medic.07 Oct 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBody in Whanganui River confirmed as missing womanPolice found her body 46km downstream from Taumarunui on Sunday.06 Oct 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldMother of uni student who died in Dunedin flat speaks of ‘immense loss’Jed Walker, 19, had finally "found his tribe" before he died, his mother said.05 Oct 07:59 PM
