New ZealandFemale councillors question mayor's committee reshuffleTense exchanges were had at a South Waikato District Council meeting last week.29 Sep 11:02 PM
New ZealandWatch: Mayor apologises for F-bomb during council meetingGary Petley says his language after a tense debate was not directed at anyone.26 Sep 06:20 AM
Travel newsPopular Waikato walk to reopen in time for summerThe walkway in the South Waikato District has been closed for over a year.25 Sep 05:45 PM
EnvironmentCritically endangered kākāpō population hit by three deaths this monthOne of the birds that died was the 'treasured' poster boy for his former sanctuary.25 Sep 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Major milestone': Piarere roundabout opens to trafficConstruction of the roundabout got under way in January.25 Sep 02:45 AM
New ZealandWhat you need to know about road closures on SH1NZTA says motorists can expect 'roadworks galore' on SH1 due to major projects.23 Sep 08:15 PM
New Zealand'No doubt' road works will cause disruption in Waikato in the next six monthsRoad rebuild works started in several locations across Waikato this week.19 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandBody found in burnt-out car not yet formally identifiedThe body was found in the front seat of burning car.16 Sep 12:44 AM
New ZealandBody found after car fire on SH1Emergency services were called to the scene about 7pm.11 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandFatal crash: Daughter waited for dad's nightly call, but it never cameNow the man who killed Jackson French has been sentenced - and forgiven.11 Sep 09:09 PM
New ZealandSH1 closure for road maintenanceResidents and businesses within the closure points would have access to their properties.04 Sep 02:17 AM
New ZealandCouncil yet to establish origins of asbestos at Taupō landfillThe council says it is too early to tell how many customers are affected.16 Aug 03:53 AM
New ZealandWriting was 'one of my weaker areas' says 16-year-old author of three books“I just want to inspire youth to know they can do anything possible no matter what."16 Aug 12:43 AM
New Zealand'On a mission for Māori': Boynton drives financial independence in 'Māori Millionaire' podcastFrom broke uni student at 17 to finance podcast host and founder at 20.15 Aug 09:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead in Waikato motorcycle crashThe road was closed last night while the Serious Crash Unit examined the scene.13 Aug 07:06 PM
New ZealandAddio Alberico: South Waikato mourns death of 'Tokoroa icon'Alberico D'Andrea, of Alberico's Italian Restaurant, died on July 22.09 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandWaikato councils' Long-Term Plans come at a costMost councils have now adopted their 2024-34 LTPs.02 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandSerious two-vehicle crash closes highwayThere are believed to be serious injuries, police say.28 Jul 07:07 AM
RetailQuirky town split over need for Burger King and StarbucksSome see opportunity while other people in Tīrau like it just the way it is.26 Jul 08:02 PM
New ZealandExperiment reveals kākāpō escape strategiesThe escapes from a fenced Waikato sanctuary regularly made headlines.23 Jul 01:28 AM
New ZealandResidents annoyed after council ignores advice to lower speed limits at trouble spotsA group of residents has raised significant concerns about the safety of a local road.20 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandFrom the regional to the world stage: Waikato building projects in for global honoursThe nomination comes after their success at the Waikato Bay of Plenty Architecture Awards.18 Jul 06:25 PM
New ZealandMore than 7000 properties without power in TokoroaThe unplanned outage at 9.21am was caused by lines coming down on Baird Road.18 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandBiggest kiwi translocation in NZ 'great news' for species recoverySave the Kiwi is hoping for a kiwi corridor in the Waikato in the next few years.15 Jul 06:30 PM
New ZealandSanctuary Mountain closure a 'travesty' for biodiversityIt's home to 2500 kiwi birds but the sanctuary's financial troubles could see it close.11 Jul 09:45 PM
New ZealandTokoroa teacher killer 'happy to die' in prison as he goes before parole boardThe man who killed Tokoroa teacher Lois Dear has applied for parole for the first time.11 Jul 03:52 AM
New ZealandCrews battle 'well involved' house fire in TokoroaFire and Emergency NZ was called just after 5am.03 Jul 07:11 PM
New Zealand'Cruel and brutal treatment': Mother who murdered toddler claims sentence is unjustSouthern Thompson said her difficult background and remorse warranted a greater discount.03 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandPhysical 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."27 Jun 05:55 AM
New Zealand'This little place has a lot going for it': Marokopa according to the localsResidents of the town don't want their home to be remembered only for Tom Phillips.24 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandNo action on Blue Springs walkway works a year after track closureSouth Waikato District Council expects the track will reopen in November.21 Jun 06:30 PM
New ZealandTwo-vehicle crash involving tractor reported on SH3Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to take an alternative route.21 Jun 05:15 AM
New Zealand'Thinking the worst': Medical event mistaken for six-car crash on SH1Crews were 'thinking the worst' after being told of a six-car crash.21 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I really miss my dad': How a truck driver's measurement error killed a 'hero' father'To the man who took my hero, my daddy, away: You have ruined the rest of my years.'16 Jun 05:03 PM
