Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam
The gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.
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Waikato farmer fought for his life to fulfil farming dream
Farmer Matthew Macdonald was diagnosed with blood cancer in high school.
Guidelines tabled as Waihī residents irked by ‘un-pheasant’ sounds
Loud bangs are used to scare birds away from crops in rural areas.
Mereana Tobenhouse wins Good Deed Award at Central North Island Forestry Awards
Min rallied support for a colleague after a fire destroyed her garage and possessions.
Peter Nation steps down as chief executive of New Zealand National Fieldays Society
Peter Nation praised for building key relationships and a solid foundation.
'Bring back Fozzie': Waikato farmer puts a plea in a paddock
The All Blacks third loss under new coach is met with 'Fozzie' logic from Waikato fan.
WorkSafe opens investigation into child's death after quad bike accident
WorkSafe were advised and inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Person injured after being trapped in machinery at Waikato animal feed plant
One ambulance crew responded and treated a patient with minor injuries at the scene.
'I can’t get my head around it': Brother questions mysterious circumstances around death
Cranston, 43, died when he was struck by a vehicle while walking his dog in Raglan.
'Kamikaze killing mode': More than 30 sheep killed by roaming dogs
It's in a dog's DNA to kill says a farmer left with 16 dead stock.
Warnings still in place for river that turned orange
Warnings remain in place for the Ōhinemuri River.
Lake Taupō shrinks away as dry winter takes its toll
The lake is more than one metre lower than it was at the beginning of the year.
Orange river: What early tests revealed
Regional council confirms preliminary results after the river turned bright orange.
Shepherd turned event whiz in line for award
The NZ Event Awards 2024 finalists feature six nominees from Waikato.
Velvetleaf still poses a risk to farms - FAR
A wrap of the FAR projects taking place around the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.
Wilding pines to be removed from Hauturu Motu/Clark Island in Whangamatā
Wilding pines scattered across an island off the coast of Whangamatā will get the chop.
Waikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finals
The 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.
Vessel salvaged after running aground on Coromandel beach
Maritime NZ confirmed it is investigating after fishing boat beached in the Coromandel.
A whole ewe world: Waikato shearer places 12th at Europe's largest agricultural show
Wellington placed 12th in ladies' shearing at Europe's biggest agricultural show.
Crocodile farmer happy with a new life of teaching
Before teaching students, Chris Foot farmed crocodiles.
A keen interest in farming and machinery for five generations
“It started in 1913 when my grandfather, William Fitzgerald, emigrated from England."
Man suffers gunshot wounds while hunting in Tongariro Forest
Due to the remote location, the man was winched out by helicopter.
Worker dies in incident on Morrinsville farm in Waikato
Police were notified at 8am today and WorkSafe has also been told of the death.
Quirky town split over need for Burger King and Starbucks
Some see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.
Dairy farms chalked up $86,000 loss last season but Fonterra share payments save some bacon
Expected milk payouts are below the break-even point, a new report says.
Fonterra proposes job cuts, outsourcing labour from overseas
The dairy giant is proposing job cuts at its Waikato headquarters.
Waikato police spike milk truck after alleged theft
No milk spilt and nobody hurt - but police say things could have been worse.
Tonnes of debris washes ashore in Whitianga, forces closure of boat ramp
A heavy rain watch with strong northeast winds has been issued for the Coromandel.
$180k fine after worker seriously injured by mussel harvesting machine
Maritime NZ has issued a warning to operators after a marine farm worker was badly hurt.
Young Farmers prepare to take over Waikato for grand final
'We’re looking forward to showcasing the mighty Waikato to the rest of the country.'
Taupō sheep dog trial raises $30k for rescue chopper
The fundraising total for the Bayleys Sheepdog Trials near Taupō has been announced.
Waikato vet launches special education kit for kids
Anexa Vets hopes to spark an interest in the career of a veterinarian from an early age.
New club rugby trophy honours legacy of Waikato All Blacks greats
The first match for the Clarke Family Cup took place in Morrinsville last weekend.
Power move: $15m for back-up generators in Coromandel
Powerco is spending $14.7m on back-up generators in Coromandel town and Matarangi.