Waikato HeraldLetter from a childhood friend: David Attenborough writes to Taupō centenarianAttenborough turns 100 on May 8.07 May 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWork starts on NZ’s largest approved solar farm between Taupō and NapierThe 700,000-panel Te Rahui solar farm is set to become a landmark.06 May 10:55 PM
Waikato Herald'Extremely tight timeframe': Mayor reacts to reform ultimatumGovernment gives local councils three months to decide who stays and who goes.06 May 03:30 AM
Waikato Herald'Mega-muster' settles Kaimanawa horses management concerns 'The numbers have snuck up over the last few years.'04 May 09:53 PM
Waikato Herald'Engaged and connecting': Kaimanawa horses in training for new homesThe wild Kaimanawa herd is at about 520 horses, above DoC's 300 target.04 May 09:26 PM
Waikato Herald'I felt I was eligible': Businessman loses appeal over $41k wage subsidy fraud04 May 06:25 PM
Waikato Herald'Profound betrayal': Couple lose $165k in 'callous' business-share scam by trusted friendThe immigrant couple said they took their friend at her word, and lost their life savings.02 May 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldUrea squeeze solution: New low-emissions plant opens at Taupō eco parkThe new plant uses zero‑carbon geothermal energy to coat urea granules.01 May 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldBacklash as regional council votes to stay in LGNZCampaign promises to leave LGNZ and cut costs have been removed from the web.01 May 03:28 AM
Waikato Herald'I wish I could swap places with my brother': Sister jailed after 10-year-old died in crashKaci Tauroa's 'prolonged course of very bad driving' resulted in a deadly crash on SH1.29 Apr 07:00 AM
SportManu Vatuvei returns to the ring as Yama headlines stacked BX-9 boxing cardFormer rugby league player Vatuvei will fight Tokoroa's Michael Tuaiti.29 Apr 04:52 AM
Waikato Herald'Heartbreaking': Desert Rd back open after triple-fatal crashAll three people travelling in the car were killed, while a truck driver was also injured.27 Apr 08:56 PM
Waikato HeraldFive men charged after alleged arson at Taupō meth labThe blaze broke out about 5.40am on Tauhara Rd in Taupō on Sunday.26 Apr 10:06 PM
Waikato HeraldHow to mark Anzac Day in Waikato, from dawn parades to civic servicesThis year marks the 111th anniversary of Anzac Day commemorations.23 Apr 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSH1 between Tokoroa and Taupō reopens after fatal crash The crash happened around 11.20pm near Kinleith.21 Apr 06:48 PM
Waikato Herald'Deliberately lit': Police launch homicide inquiry after Rangataua house firePolice have named the man found dead in the house.21 Apr 09:38 AM
Waikato HeraldCentury of champions: The enduring legacy of Charlton StudNicoli Fife competed at the 1978 World Championships in Kentucky with Mark Todd.18 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Racing is like a virus': Taupō-born Supercars veteran on life in the pitsSteven 'Stretch' Bell is in his 15th season as a Supercars mechanic.16 Apr 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldStormy days ahead: 'Large and complex' low-pressure system to cover NZ by SundayA large low on Sunday could bring widespread rain and storms to much of NZ.14 Apr 05:36 AM
Waikato HeraldBrothers-in-law mark 20 years of attending Supercars togetherSunday’s racing was cancelled as Cyclone Vaianu closed in on Taupō.13 Apr 06:00 PM
SportFrom muddy track to major title: Auckland teen tops junior motocross fieldSeveral winners, including Carson and Kobe Carroll, defended last year's titles.12 Apr 10:26 PM
Today17°C12°CCloudy with a few showers, turning to rain this evening. Northerlies, strong at times from evening.
Saturday16°C9°CCloudy periods with the odd shower, more frequent and possibly heavy before dawn and in the evening. Northwesterlies.
Sunday15°C3°CMainly fine, chance of a shower from afternoon. Westerlies, becoming strong for a time in the afternoon.
Monday12°C0°CPartly cloudy, with the chance of a shower until evening. Southeasterlies, easing in the morning.
BusinessNew Zealand's ‘gentrified’ suburbs where renters are disappearingPenrose's renting share fell to 27.8% in 2023 as homes more than doubled.12 Apr 07:21 PM
Waikato Herald'Unprecedented situation': Cyclone forces Taupō Supercars race cancellationBrodie Kostecki and Ryan Wood took race wins on Saturday in Taupō.11 Apr 06:44 AM
Waikato HeraldNorthland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'10 Apr 05:35 AM
Waikato HeraldSupercars fever back in Taupō as fans flock to Track to Town paradeUS tourist and retired racer Steven Mathers stumbled on Supercars by chance.10 Apr 05:30 AM
Waikato HeraldVaianu forces major North Island sport changes as storm threat growsThe Football Ferns will now face Fiji at 4pm on Saturday at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.10 Apr 01:11 AM
Waikato HeraldCyclone threat: Supercars weigh options as Taupō races set to go aheadCrowds of up to 20,000 people a day are expected at Taupō Motorsport Park at the weekend.10 Apr 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWho helped Tom Phillips stay hidden for years? Police probe continuesPolice told the Herald they have spoken to several people. 07 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCouncils already considering reform optionsThe Government's order for supersized councils comes as no surprise to councils.08 May 03:29 AM
Waikato HeraldNeighbour splashes the cash: Trophy home obliterates its RV$3.4m sale is Hamilton's biggest in almost two years.08 May 02:00 AM
Waikato Herald'You are bringing it to life': Inside Hamilton's carve-your-own pounamu studioMore than 40 people, including Uncle Tics and Matua Bill, have carved here.07 May 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldLetter from a childhood friend: David Attenborough writes to Taupō centenarianAttenborough turns 100 on May 8.07 May 06:00 AM
SportEarly alarms, heavy workloads: How a young Waikato squad finds balance in the poolYear 13 twins Ari and Indy Riley train seven days a week.07 May 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMatamata-Piako Mayor hits out at Government with expenditure adAsh Tanner's message has prompted a pithy comeback from the Local Government Minister.06 May 11:20 PM
Waikato HeraldWork starts on NZ’s largest approved solar farm between Taupō and NapierThe 700,000-panel Te Rahui solar farm is set to become a landmark.06 May 10:55 PM
Waikato HeraldDecade wait for football field in Waihī nearly overHauraki District Council has stepped in with $495,000 to stabilise the hub.06 May 10:00 PM
The CountrySmall hands, big impact: Cust preschoolers planting nativesThe project gives children a greenhouse and hands-on help to raise seedlings.08 May 03:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: Weather update with Chris BrandolinoChris Brandolino, Anna Nelson, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Jeremy Rookes, Barry Soper.08 May 02:06 AM
The CountryFresh thunderstorm, tornado threat for north while central regions brace for 140km/h galesNelson and Tasman are already seeing power cuts, flooded roads and slips.08 May 12:30 AM
OneRoofNeighbour splashes the cash: Trophy home obliterates its RV$3.4m sale is Hamilton's biggest in almost two years.08 May 02:00 AM
OneRoofBargain auction after tenants torched South Auckland rental and vanishedOwners take drastic action after years-long stalemate with insurer.08 May 12:39 AM
OneRoof90s TV star's rundown home sells for $855,000Phone bidder picks up gardening guru's overgrown Quarter Acre Paradise. 07 May 08:49 PM
OneRoofSix months of ‘hard grind’: Flippers turn quake-damaged villa into $1.3m win Two bidders went head-to-head at heated auction.07 May 05:13 PM
OneRoofWatch: ‘This wasn’t a quick trip to Bunnings’ - What a $15m reno looks likeIt started with a deck upgrade and turned into a very expensive rebuild.07 May 08:19 AM
OneRoofRemuera gatehouse sells to buyers 'who live up the drive' for $1.75m$9m-plus mansion across the road has also sold.07 May 08:10 AM
OneRoofGrand Designs Waiheke home on the market | Ryan Bridge TODAYOneRoof prestige property reporter Catherine Smith looks at what a $15 million renovation can buy. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch06 May 09:03 PM
OneRoofInside the waterfront home that only locals can buyOneRoof takes a tour of an architect-designed boat shed on Auckland’s Bucklands Beach Video \ Jason DordayWatch06 May 06:00 PM
Waikato Herald150km/h winds: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu now Category 3MetService says the cyclone is set to intensify in the coming days.07 Apr 12:39 AM
Waikato HeraldPerson dies after being pulled from Taupō waterPolice said the death has been referred to the Coroner.06 Apr 10:01 PM
Waikato HeraldFour Square owners fined $80k for exploiting migrant workers at Taupō storeFoodstuffs North Island said it was 'shocked and deeply disappointed'.04 Apr 05:00 PM
