Person trapped in tractor after crash with truck near Te Awamutu
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Wilding pines a massive threat to biodiversity
Local crew hand-pulls and hand saws tens of thousands of young wilding pines.
Jerseys shine in large Waikato business
"My grandad will certainly be happy I didn't cross the Jerseys."
Health authorities warn rural Māori most at risk
New cases in Rotorua, Taupō and Tararua among the record 207 reported yesterday.
'It's not on': Waikato councils outraged by Three Waters mandate
'A sad day for local democracy' as council submissions are ignored
State of Emergency declared in Gisborne, Sponge Bay residents left without power
A month's worth of rain has fallen in just 24 hours, with homes under threat.
Toxic algae: Health warning issued for Lake Ohakuri and Lake Maraetai
People should avoid any contact with the lake water.
Morrinsville rallies community to give tiny bat and other wildlife a fighting chance
Predator Free Morrinsville is being launched on Saturday with a working bee - all welcome.
Two men missing from notorious Raglan fishing spot
The men, aged 52 and 44, failed to return from their fishing trip yesterday.
Rooks get wings clipped as landowners dob them in
A large rook population can completely destroy entire paddocks
Tokoroa has well-loved Pine Man back
After his three-month "surgery" the iconic sculpture is still looking a bit green.
Digital net catches more wildlife offenders
DoC's new electronic infringement system led to 250 notices and 200 warnings
Coal and agriculture put Waikato ahead in emission statistics
A collective effort is needed to reduce the region's carbon footprint.
Councils demand major changes to Three Waters plans
Stronger action is being demanded on consultation, asset ownership and local input.
The 90% Project: The city that's toppled Kaikōura as vaccination Top Town
This city also has the third-lowest population of unvaccinated people at 13 per cent.
Luckless godwit forced into mid-flight U-turn
Unusual mid-migration misadventure has trackers closely watching next move
'Sorry': Dad of missing Marokopa family apologises to sister after 17-day search
Amid tears, family hear the words they hoped for from missing dad of three: 'I love you'.
'17 days of hell' for family - missing dad, kids survived in bush for three weeks
'I talked to him for about two minutes and there were lots of tears.'
SH29 Kaimai Range likely to be closed for much of the day
Five nearest water take consent holders on the path of this spill have been contacted.
Piako planting protects life-supporting capacity of freshwater
Scheme is part of government's $1.2 billion Jobs for Nature programme
Three Waters Reform divides Waikato councils
Most councils take a mild stance towards reform, but some voices ask for stronger position
Sheep milk supplier Maui Milk eyes expansion
All elements of the business to be combined under one entity: Maui Food Group Limited.
Trespassers inspire couple to start festival
Self-invited visitors taking pictures with cherry blossoms lead to the spring celebration.
Lack of immigrant workers leaves farmers to rely on family
Dairy farmers say they're having to get their children to help with work just to get by.
Father and 3 kids missing since Saturday, vehicle found at beach
Police have released the names of father and his three children missing near Kawhia.
Fisherman rescued from 8m cliff after getting swept off rocks at Raglan
The man had been swept off rocks while fishing but was eventually rescued.
Fish & Game urges 'sensible' fishing trips during lockdowns
Fishing freedom not an invitation to meet with your mates for a beer down at the river
Boaties caught breaking the Covid-19 rules will be reported
Completely unacceptable: Boating and island hopping not permitted at Level 4, says DoC.
'Incredibly dangerous': Train surfer rides rail service in the Waikato
The man was arrested after being spotted riding on a container of a freight train.
Waikato Regional Council lays 44 charges against Huntly landfill
No court date has yet been set for Puke Coal's director to appear.
Pork producers' petition asks for equal standards
The petition asks for imported pork to meet the same standards as locally grown meat.
Farmer who cheated death flags fatigue risks
Local farmer raises awareness for fatigue and burnout after almost drowning in effluent
Drag racing for tractors packs heavyweight sprints
Service mechanics have key role in producing NZ's food and fibre
Rural awareness a special focus of Rail Safety Week
Pedestrians and drivers urged to wake up to the risk that trains pose