CrimeMatamata man jailed for intentionally driving into road workerMatamata man Finn Higgins has been jailed for driving into road worker and former Olympian Dave Rodger at a work site at Waharoa in January this year. Video / Belinda FeekWatch20 Nov 11:16 PM
New Zealand'They’re welcomed, gumboots and all': Waihou's rural coffee haven“Every day is different and we feel as though we’re making a difference in people’s day.”14 Nov 08:45 PM
New Zealand'Kick them out': Aussie landlord sends his kids to NZ to evict tenantsThe tenants felt they “had no rights and no choice” other than to leave that day.02 Nov 12:00 AM
RacingAlabama Lass on track to follow in path of BoundingKen Kelso: 'They are actually following the exact same programme.'25 Oct 04:08 PM
New Zealand'I was begging them': Man with broken neck went home fed up after ED wait"They just didn't take my concerns seriously," Urlich reflects on his ordeal.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Our place is your place': From dairy factory to vibrant community hub'It benefits our community and preserves our history.'18 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Definitely my favourite tractor': A little Fergy called EricRoss Sainsbury 'deliberately find jobs that I can use Eric for'.11 Oct 04:01 PM
RacingOne Bold Cat shows claws to overhaul Skew Wiff at MatamataLate dash seals victory in Group 1 race with the upcoming Livamol the next goal.02 Oct 04:12 PM
RacingFull Force hoping to make next stepThe son of Cosmic Force showed plenty of class during his juvenile term.30 Sep 04:00 PM
RacingThe big losers out of Arrowfield Stud Plate reshuffleThe Arrowfield Stud Plate looks the same but in reality could be very different.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato food producers the focus of five-course degustation dinnerThe Taste of Waikato will be held in October.26 Sep 06:45 PM
New Zealand'Major milestone': Piarere roundabout opens to trafficConstruction of the roundabout got under way in January.25 Sep 02:45 AM
New ZealandFormer St Peter's student recalls ‘strange’ piggyback rides with naked teacher at hot poolsBut Geoffrey Coker's lawyer claims the allegations are 'conflated rumours' and fake.24 Sep 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Machine that constantly tunes itself': Waikato tourism operators stand outThree local operators are in line for a Tourism Industry Award.19 Sep 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance$3.6m liabilities: PwC report on Sportcraft boating businessesStaff, Inland Revenue and many others are listed as being owed money by the two companies.18 Sep 08:29 PM
New ZealandRSA left redfaced after blackface incident apologises, says it was 'worn in innocence'“We did not pick up that it had the potential to offend."18 Sep 12:26 AM
New Zealand'Like a cyclist': Treat riders as vulnerable road users campaigner says“We are legally allowed on the road and should be able to do so safely.”17 Sep 11:39 PM
New ZealandAuckland police kept busy during two 'dangerous' attempts to evade arrestA man associated with the Head Hunters has been arrested after traversing Auckland.17 Sep 09:18 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly disappointing': RSA bosses condemn Matamata blackface incident, issue apologyThe Waikato district president is working through the issue with the unrepentant branch.16 Sep 01:20 AM
New Zealand'It's called humour': Waikato RSA defends guest who sported blackface at quiz nightThe blackface costume choice has been labelled insensitive and racist but not funny.15 Sep 07:08 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNZ’s biggest house-builder G.J. Gardner planning 30% franchise growth'If you’re in a really tough game, go on the attack.'11 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You're not alone': On a mission to help women through menopause'That tells you that right at the age when you could become a CEO women are dropping out.'09 Sep 11:02 PM
RacingWexford Racing's Andrew Scott targets Group One glory'Those kinds of horses, you just feel very fortunate to be a part of their story.'05 Sep 05:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBoating companies in liquidation owing IRD $1.5m in unpaid taxesThe businesses owe unpaid taxes and loans, according to the IRD's statements of claim.04 Sep 08:45 PM
New ZealandMan angry about wheelie bin contract ploughed into road worker with kids in his carFinn Higgins admitted six charges in the High Court at Hamilton today.03 Sep 01:14 AM
New ZealandPiarere roundabout to be in use from SeptemberConstruction of the roundabout got underway in January.27 Aug 05:05 AM
New ZealandHome Kills film tour brings Waikato and BOP to the big screenHome Kills film tour hits Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and Coromandel cinemas with Q&A sessions18 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandFour injured in Matamata crashA car crash near Matamata has closed Waharoa Rd.12 Aug 03:19 AM
New ZealandPolice, WorkSafe probe death at rural Waikato propertyEmergency staff responded to a death at a rural property on Tuesday.07 Aug 06:25 AM
RacingAlabama Lass bounding into spring campaignFilly trained by Matamata couple garnered plenty of interest as a juvenile last season.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSlander, construction errors, fist fights: The story of Te Aroha's Coulter BridgeThe Coulter Bridge in Te Aroha was officially opened 95 years ago.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne person dies, another hospitalised after serious crash in WaikatoMorrinsville-Tāhuna Rd is blocked, motorists should use an alternate route.03 Aug 02:28 AM
New ZealandWaikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a costMost councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.02 Aug 07:00 PM
