New ZealandNot a ‘popularity contest’: Top- and bottom-ranked Waikato mayors revealedOne Waikato mayor is ranked New Zealand's worst, only two local mayors are in top 10.11 Mar 05:00 PM
RacingRecord-priced $1.65m juvenile set to make debutHostility was bought for $1.65 million last November.11 Mar 04:35 PM
New ZealandWhy this farmer is a 'beacon of community spirit'Sharemilker Danielle Hovmand had no idea she'd been put up for an award.11 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandFire ban: All permits revoked for North Waikato and CoromandelFire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season in the area.07 Mar 03:35 AM
New ZealandCar and rail maintenance vehicle collide in MatamataPolice say the collision between two vehicles on a railway crossing happened at 8.50am.04 Mar 08:54 PM
New ZealandSection of SH29 to close 24/7 for two weeksNZTA say the closure is due to pavement rehabilitation works.04 Mar 03:38 AM
New ZealandWaikato farmer cautiously optimistic about visa rule changes“It’s not a game-changer, but is going in the right direction."25 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandRural community still cherishes their hallThe Hunga Hunga Hall has been part of the Waikato rural community since 1954.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand48 firefighters, 1 helicopter battling digger and vegetation fireThe fire was reported after 3pm.24 Feb 04:28 AM
RacingLa Dorada claims local victory in Matamata featureFilly backed up her stunning victory at Karaka with another success.15 Feb 04:00 PM
RacingWalker heads home to MatamataIt was easy for Mark Walker to choose Matamata over Flemington as his racing destination.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMorrinsville A&P Show goes from strength to strengthThe town's population is less than 10,000. Last year 8000 people attended its A&P Show.14 Feb 03:59 PM
RacingMatamata outing perfect timing for NZB Kiwi hopeStephen Marsh’s in-form stable will have an array of stakes contenders in action.13 Feb 04:54 PM
Racing'Quite fit': Legarto ready for return after year-long breakCo-trainer Ken Kelso says Legarto has been busy on the water walker and treadmill.13 Feb 04:32 PM
OpinionOpinion: Why can’t we stop watching Find My Country House NZ?OPINION: Nothing much happens in this property series, but it’s rating through the roof.12 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandTruck driver charged after 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range captured on dashcamThe man has been charged by police with dangerous driving.05 Feb 07:11 AM
New ZealandWaikato pretty 'choice' place, new competition showsPeople vote for choicest suburb, playground, bush, dairy, toilet, landmark and legend.31 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH27 Waharoa Rd to be closed for four weeksThe works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.30 Jan 11:03 PM
New Zealand‘Driver error’ the cause of a car crash that killed three peopleA couple from Hamilton and a man from Auckland died in the 2022 crash.16 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice name New Plymouth cyclist as Matamata fatal crash victimInquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.12 Jan 10:28 PM
New ZealandRestricted fire season for Waikato Districts from FridayRestricted fire season in Waikato begins at 9am on January 10.08 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandWatch: Truck’s 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range prompts investigations'Pretty bloody scary,' said one comment.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclist dies in SH29 crash with vehicle near MatamataEmergency services weren't able to resuscitate the person.02 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandMcDonald’s worker injured after arm gets stuck in rubbish compactorEmergency services were called to the scene about 1.30am.28 Dec 09:43 PM
New ZealandFarmer, soldier, vet: The man behind Comley GreenNichol Ashton Larney arrived in NZ in 1875 and became prominent in the Piako District.20 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentA look at the new Hobbiton Movie Set behind the scenes tourReporter Mitchell Hageman experiences a previously unseen glimpse of the famous Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, with a new behind-the-scenes tour now open. Video / Mitchell HagemanWatch17 Dec 10:50 PM
CrimeTwo young men, two bad decisions, two grieving families – Coroner issues festive season warningDrink-driving: 'Do not do it ... and do everything you can to stop anyone else.'16 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandSH1 at Karāpiro to close up to four times a year for maintenance worksThe first closure will take place for four days in January.12 Dec 01:13 AM
New ZealandNew CEO has spent 30 years with Matamata councilManaia Te Wiata has been the council's group manager for business support for 30 years.02 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandHow $20 and two cannabis roaches got two men locked up for three years'Clearly, it was a stupid thing to do', a judge pointed out.29 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandSH29 Piarere roundabout approach in need of urgent repairsEmergency road repairs are being carried out tomorrow, November 28.27 Nov 12:36 AM
New ZealandVictims traumatised: Teen robber on e-bail robs petrol station, twiceOne of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.25 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I understood too late to save Helen': Dad’s 15-year fight against domestic violenceDavid White has republished a book about his daughter's murder and his life since then.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan jailed after running over Kiwi Olympian at roadworks site, nearly kills himDave Rodger's injuries were so severe, police prepared for a homicide investigation.21 Nov 02:16 AM
