New ZealandWaikato Club Rugby: All the action and results from the weekendLast year's top Premier try-scorer Shauncy Waho has continued his form with his new club.15 Apr 12:50 AM
New ZealandShooter stuffed meth in undies, hid in cannabis-filled secret bunkerThe victim was driving away when he was shot in the back.11 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandMatamata Country Lodge celebrates full circle momentThe aged care facility, first opened as a maternity hospital, just turned 100 years old.11 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandThe first rule of farming club: You do not talk about farming clubClub has a cosmopolitan membership, a 50/50 male/female ratio, and many non-farmers.06 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandSteam rising: Waikato Club Rugby gets underway for 2024United Matamata Sports will play three of its first four 2024 matches at home.05 Apr 05:11 PM
TravelI unwittingly booked a family holiday with electric fences and charging bullsThe reality of an off-grid stay in Matamata.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrugs, illegal firearms seized in Matamata police raidsPolice say they're pleased to be able to remove firearms from circulation.03 Apr 02:36 AM
New ZealandTwo cars crashing into power pole results in minor injuriesDetails of latest accident come after the Easter weekend road toll hit a record high.02 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandTourism funding on the chopping block as Waikato councils face 'tough times'Several local councils proposed major funding cuts for the regional body.02 Apr 04:18 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dead after crash with tractor in Richmond DownsThis death brings the Easter holiday road toll to five.30 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandHunters brace for busy weekend as roar season amps upSeveral organisations have asked for vigilance in the outdoors this long weekend.27 Mar 06:15 AM
New ZealandFarmers fined $23k after dead, emaciated cows foundFarmers gave cattle minimal grass and mouldy, rotten food, leading to seven deaths.22 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandVege truck crashes and spills load, SH27 now reopenedPolice said they were notified at 4.25am a truck and trailer unit had crashed.21 Mar 05:32 PM
New ZealandAuckland to Hamilton motorists told to avoid expressway this weekendLong delays are expected on the Waikato Expressway for the next few weeks.13 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandWairere Falls walking track closed until MayThe popular walking track will close during the week.06 Mar 02:16 AM
New ZealandA course to rule them all: Hobbiton Halfling Marathon to be a selloutParticipants will get to see some locations never-before accessed by the general public.04 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandPiarere safety improvements in final stagesThe Hickey Road intersection of SH1 has been known for road deaths and serious injuries.29 Feb 11:15 PM
New ZealandWaikato youth selected for New Zealand Youth Ministock teamThree local teenagers have been selected for the New Zealand team of six.29 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand's most 'Instagrammable' locations revealedA newly released ranking, based on Instagram data, shows the country's most popular spots.28 Feb 01:55 AM
RacingPunters on edge for Otaki-Maori ClassicDesert Lightning is favoured in Otaki-Maori Classic, but rain threatens to upset it.23 Feb 07:55 PM
RacingOpie Bosson may find himself in an unusual position at MatamataBosson is fresh back from riding Imperatriz to win the Lightning Stakes in Melbourne.23 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandCoroner names Christopher Taukiri as man shot by police near MatamataTaukiri allegedly pulled a gun on police and another person. His funeral was on Tuesday.23 Feb 04:12 AM
New ZealandWife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' homeThe Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.21 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandMatamata police shooting: Identity of man killed by cops yet to be released as coroner makes non-publication orderThe 31yo gangster's funeral was held today. Police seized several motorcycles throughout.20 Feb 07:21 AM
RacingLa Crique looking to add to elite-level haulSimon and Katrina Alexander are hopeful the best of La Crique’s season is yet to come.20 Feb 04:15 AM
New ZealandMotorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by policePaeroa residents could expect delays on the roads today.20 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandChicken shed fire 'not flagged as suspicious'Forty firefighters battled the blaze for about six hours.19 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandWaikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar powerThe Warehouse is using a quarter of the power produced by the solar farm.18 Feb 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Very difficult': Fire destroys Inghams farm chicken shed in MatamataForty firefighters battled the blaze.18 Feb 10:42 PM
New ZealandStriking it lucky: Matamata player's $100k Lotto paydayWaikato winners in Saturday night's draw.18 Feb 07:05 PM
New ZealandOne dead and two injured in multiple Waikato crashesThree crashes in Waikato have had serious impacts on those involved.15 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice fatally shoot man threatening parent and childPolice say the male driver fled during a vehicle stop in Hamilton.15 Feb 02:40 AM
New ZealandOne person with serious injuries after three-vehicle crash near MatamataOne person has sustained serious injuries in a three-vehicle crash.15 Feb 12:04 AM
New ZealandRoadworks to cause disruptions at WaharoaStop-go traffic management will be in place on SH27 at Waharoa but some streets will close12 Feb 09:36 PM
