Kahu'The community had its say'Ruapehu District Council wants an exemption from new legislation on Māori wards.30 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandNew facility for Central Plateau emergency operationsIt will provide a central point for search and rescue operations and emergency management.21 Jul 11:55 PM
New ZealandPolice seize cannabis in lolly packets'It really shows you what length criminals will go to.'15 Jul 02:21 AM
New ZealandKiller attacked in dock as he's jailed for partner's manslaughterCorrections staff and court security were assaulted in the melee.27 Jun 04:01 AM
New ZealandCouncil to fund freshwater projectsApplications for Horizons' Freshwater Community Grant are open.16 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandRuapehu civil defence controller calls for more resources'Communities are the first level of response during emergencies'24 May 02:34 AM
KahuCouncil, Ngāti Hāua uri build strategic partnership'We acknowledge the importance of respect, understanding, and mutual support.'24 May 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisisThe country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.09 May 10:08 PM
New ZealandGuns, drugs, cash seized after 'lengthy' investigationA 53-year-old Taumarunui man has been arrested and is facing charges.05 May 11:43 PM
New ZealandThree women take out top spots in Pureora Hunting CompNumbers for the annual competition are back to pre-Covid levels, DoC says.04 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandBroken-down carriages in Taumarunui railyard will be scrapped'Obviously graffiti’s been a big issue; they’ve been damaged, smashed up.'15 Mar 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Dramatic' collision: Driver sentenced after farmer killedTamihana Curtis says he blacked out. A judge rejected the claim.12 Mar 04:01 PM
New ZealandWoman was alive for 'at least 30 minutes' after partner's fatal attackRichard Coburn admits killing his partner, but says it wasn't murder.12 Mar 01:02 AM
New ZealandPig and deer focus of DoC hunting competitionThe annual Pureora Hunting Competition will kick off next week.05 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMajor hospital privacy breach ensnares dozens of patientsThe hospital has 'immediately ceased using window envelopes'.29 Feb 04:00 PM
CommoditiesThe Lines Company told to clean its act upCompany told to do better after 'concerning' power outages.28 Feb 11:04 PM
New ZealandBig weekend for Toa Henderson in lead-up to the Golden ShearsResults from the Taumarunui and Āpiti Sport Shears.25 Feb 08:36 PM
New ZealandKiwi wins world's richest speed shearFloyde Neil wins the world's richest speed shear prize.11 Feb 09:38 PM
New ZealandDazzling dozen: Waikato locals scoop up New Year HonoursAmong the recipients are a Major General and a Police Detective Inspector.12 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandDetermined railway workers' advocate honoured“Little wins on behalf of real people" drove New Year Honours recipient.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMost Waikato councils opt for Māori wardsThe most recent council set to establish the wards is Hauraki District Council.27 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandDebbie Ngarewa-Packer on the challenges aheadWaikato Herald invited MPs to share their thoughts on the upcoming term.19 Oct 04:50 PM
New ZealandElection 2023: Suze Redmayne will be first female MP for RangitīkeiRedmayne's immediate plans included increasing the police presence in Feilding.15 Oct 03:46 AM
New ZealandWorking to better the community earns Brian Doughty a Queen's Service Medal'You don't think about why you're doing this stuff, you just do it, it's good fun.'04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil shoots dog after cattle attack'Shooting a dog is always the last resort for animal control officers.'25 Feb 10:04 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Wind, rain warnings for Taranaki'These winds are expected to produce widespread damage ... and could lift roofs."12 Feb 10:21 PM
Business'It's a tough life': No internet for two days adds to isolationLife for most of Taumarunui's 4707 residents has been a lot slower since 1.30am on Monday.20 Jul 12:24 AM
New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New Zealand'Suffering demons': Man's life after killing motorist in head-on crashThe victim had been heading home after attending Americarna in New Plymouth.18 May 04:26 AM
New ZealandBye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird weekFew weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide investigation after body found at Taranaki campgroundPolice ramping up their presence in Tāngarākau after the death.08 May 03:39 AM
New ZealandRuapehu council divided on pokies policyMayor Don Cameron had to use his casting vote in the split decision.31 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChildren turned into gang members by statePaora Sweeney and Wiremu Waikari suffered appalling abuse at the hands of state carers.14 Mar 04:45 AM
New ZealandCyclone Dovi: Households without power; trees damage cars; slips, road closuresWild weather caused havoc across the country - now the clean-up has started.13 Feb 03:00 AM
