Latest from South Waikato

Biggest kiwi translocation in NZ 'great news' for species recovery

Save the Kiwi is hoping for a kiwi corridor in the Waikato in the next few years.

Sanctuary Mountain closure a 'travesty' for biodiversity

It's home to 2500 kiwi birds but the sanctuary's financial troubles could see it close.

Tokoroa teacher killer 'happy to die' in prison as he goes before parole board

The man who killed Tokoroa teacher Lois Dear has applied for parole for the first time.

Crews battle 'well involved' house fire in Tokoroa

Fire and Emergency NZ was called just after 5am.

'Cruel and brutal treatment': Mother who murdered toddler claims sentence is unjust

Southern Thompson said her difficult background and remorse warranted a greater discount.

Physical search not the focus of latest phase in Tom Phillips investigation, police reveal

"There is a vast area in which Tom and the children could potentially be."

'This little place has a lot going for it': Marokopa according to the locals

Residents of the town don't want their home to be remembered only for Tom Phillips.

No action on Blue Springs walkway works a year after track closure

South Waikato District Council expects the track will reopen in November.

Two-vehicle crash involving tractor reported on SH3

Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to take an alternative route.

Police seeking information after stolen ATV crashes through fence

An ATV Yamaha Viking was stolen from a dealer's yard in Tokoroa just after 4pm on Tuesday.

'We want Tino Rangatiratanga over our lives': Waikato joins nationwide protest

Hundreds gathered in Hamilton at 7.15am.

Police urge vigilance after spike in vehicle crime and burglaries in Tokoroa

The majority of crimes occurred the night of May 26 in the northern streets of Tokoroa.

'Humble' lines workers save woman from car sinking in floodwaters

She was stuck in the car and the water was up to her chest and still rising, police say.

Funding to help eradicate remaining predators of native species

Pokaiwhenua Catchment Group helps households to trap pests in their backyards.

Business amps up in South Waikato as new co-working space opens

Early learning provider Central Kids is Level 1's first tenant.

Motorists asked to prepare for congestion between Cambridge and Piarere

The SH1 safety improvements are in the final stages.

New Waipā council chief appointed to replace long-serving incumbent

New WDC chief executive has significant local body and governance experience.

South Waikato business park on track for 2025 opening

Maraetai Road Intermodal Business Park has been in the works since 2018.