New Zealand'Selfless and heroic act': Jetskier died saving his brother's lifePolice divers recovered the body of Vincent 'Vinnie' Cornell from Lake Taupō on Monday.21 Jan 01:15 AM
New Zealand$0 to future millionaire: Waikato podcaster Te Kahukura Boynton's wealth goalHer podcast idea came to light when she had '$0 to my name' as a 17-year-old.20 Jan 11:52 PM
New ZealandWatch: ’Ultimate playground' - Warnings as extreme kayakers take on Huka Falls'You get a good second of flying through the air before you hit the bottom.'16 Jan 05:25 AM
New Zealand'A lot of roadworks and disruption': What you need to know about driving through Waikato this monthSlow road trips will await some this month.10 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandReducing death: Road layout changes under way with Taupō vehicle safety centre constructionThe changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.10 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition airlifted to hospital after water incidentOne rapid response unit and one helicopter responded to the incident this afternoon.09 Jan 02:22 AM
New ZealandThe city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZHousing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in January 2024?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.19 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato kākāpō goes on a surprise off-grid adventureThe endangered flightless parrot took an unplanned break from technology.18 Dec 12:28 AM
New ZealandSanta Claus is coming to town: Christmas Parade returns to TokoroaThe Christmas parade had to be cancelled in 2023.06 Dec 03:37 AM
New ZealandPopular Blue Spring Te Waihou Walkway reopens in South WaikatoThe iconic walkway welcomes 45,000 to 50,000 visitors per year.05 Dec 01:17 AM
New ZealandWhat Christmas events are on in the Waikato?Christmas is (almost) here, bringing good cheer, to young and old, meek and the bold.05 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandSave our mill: Proposed job cuts threat to entire town, advocates say“This is going to be the beginning of the end if we don’t do anything about it.”04 Dec 05:15 AM
New ZealandShane Edwards’ death: Police going door-to-door in TokoroaShane Edwards went missing on May 14, 2022. His remains were recently found.04 Dec 02:49 AM
New Zealand'Emotional rollercoaster': Teen beats cancer twice in three years'The true meaning of Christmas has become more profound for us – cancer has changed us.'02 Dec 11:27 PM
New ZealandPolice say vehicle may have crossed centre line in fatal Tīrau crashThe three-vehicle crash claimed one life and injured 14 others. 28 Nov 01:55 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 Zealand'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two yearsPolice are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.26 Nov 12:49 AM
New ZealandTwo people injured in three-vehicle crashEmergency services called to South Waikato crash.19 Nov 04:49 AM
New ZealandRoad worker threatened with firearm on SH1, police investigatingA road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.10 Nov 09:37 PM
Business'You just don’t get people applying:' The $40-an-hour job that no one wantsVans, uniforms and perks on offer, but still no takers.07 Nov 06:46 PM
KahuCostumes of Ka Whawhai Tonu movie on display for the first timeMovie costume exhibition brings important story to life at Te Awamutu Museum.30 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandWitness describes 'bloody mess' after truck and car crash near Taupō leaves one criticalEmergency services were called to the scene about 1pm.24 Oct 07:27 AM
New Zealand'Complacency can cause accidents': NZTA’s advice for SH1 detoursNZTA is warning people to take care on detours as SH1 works ramp up.18 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandNZ's biggest fenced wildlife sanctuary cuts staff to make ends meetThe Waikato eco-sanctuary still needs much-needed financial support.16 Oct 09:35 PM
KahuFree programme helps rural youths gain driving licences – with near-perfect success rateSince it began in 2020, the programme has helped nearly 700 high school students.16 Oct 02:02 AM
New ZealandOne person dead after serious crash near TokoroaEmergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at 6.30am.10 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandKebab shop boss made underpaid migrant staff repay pay risesRipped-off workers owed thousands in unpaid wages, holiday pay and for the repayments.07 Oct 04:03 PM
New ZealandKeeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taongaSince the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.05 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer All Blacks coach Ian Foster receives Hamilton civic awardRugby legend Ian Foster was awarded the Hamilton Kirikiriroa Medal.04 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandTīrau Starbucks, Burger King proposal gains nationwide attentionEven South Island residents made submissions on the proposal.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe city with the lowest home ownership rates in NZHousing is relatively inexpensive compared with other cities but ownership rates are low.03 Oct 08:22 PM
New ZealandAir quality in Tokoroa still one of nation's worstAir pollutants have mostly decreased in NZ, but Tokoroa is still one of the worst.29 Sep 11:59 PM
