New ZealandTwo dead after crash near Taupō; separate collision blocks SH2Traffic management is being put in place at the site of the double-fatal crash.05 Jan 04:07 AM
New Zealand'Nick of time': Group using plastic bottles to float down Waikato River prompt police warningPolice have renewed their warnings about lifejackets after another near-miss.05 Jan 03:34 AM
New ZealandDrownings in Waikato lead to call for actionThe region saw a significant increase in drownings in 2023, according to a new report.04 Jan 03:30 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in December 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.03 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in November 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.02 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in October 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.01 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandNYE in the BOP: Fireworks update as rain arrives, thunderstorms threatenCommunity events have been cancelled but fireworks may still go ahead.30 Dec 09:44 PM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in August 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.30 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in May 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.27 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhat Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.25 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandPopular holiday destinations pass 30C as Auckland, Northland face thunderstormsOne town reached around 33C.25 Dec 07:40 AM
New ZealandLe Currents 2023 rolls with venue, headliner changeTaupō's newest music festival is back in a bigger venue, with a new headliner.24 Dec 03:57 PM
New Zealand'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponementsThe band is set to part ways next year.21 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandDon't share chips with gulls this summer, urges DoCSharing a hot chip with a gull might feel kind, but you're not helping them, says DoC.21 Dec 04:03 AM
New ZealandWildlife sanctuary and golf course restored after massive cyclone damageTen months on from the cyclone, Wairakei Golf and Sanctuary is back to full strength.21 Dec 01:05 AM
New ZealandSchool group involved in mass rescue on Waikato RiverTen people have drowned in the Waikato River between Lake Taupō and Huka Falls since 2008.20 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandWhen it comes to horses - happiness has a beatThe therapeutic nature of horses is proving to be an antidote for stress.19 Dec 03:08 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHotel rates rebound but there's an oversupply of luxury rooms in one cityChristchurch, Taupō and Nelson-Marlborough lead the way with revenue per room.18 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious injuries in Bay of Plenty and Waikato crashes, police seeking one driverPolice are seeking a motorist involved in a Tokoroa crash in which a cyclist was injured.16 Dec 12:37 AM
New ZealandWaikato amongst the top regions for tourism spendingWaikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.14 Dec 10:43 PM
New ZealandLarge dinosaur leads the way for new sculpture parkA metres-high balloon dinosaur and a kinetic sculpture will kick off the new trail.12 Dec 09:58 PM
New ZealandSpecial learning needs students lose school with a differenceA private specialist school in Taupō closes its doors this week.12 Dec 09:03 PM
New ZealandBrutal schedule - man attempts to run the length of NZ and AustraliaHe's not sure it's ever been done before but he'll give it a crack.11 Dec 04:13 AM
New ZealandHometown hero targets Ironman World Championships in Taupō next yearAll eyes now turn to the Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year.10 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandSimple Minds frontman Jim Kerr looking forward to NZ tourKerr is aware touring is finite but says he still loves hitting the road.08 Dec 04:30 AM
New ZealandIronman 70.3 returns to TaupōThis Saturday, competitors will descend on Taupō for its first half ironman since 2019.07 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesNZ Jet looks for clearer air in luxury marketSome sectors feeling heat from tough economy but luxury flight deals weathering the storm.03 Dec 07:30 PM
ConstructionNew Bunnings store anchors large Taupō developmentPlans have been released for a proposed new retail development in Taupō.01 Dec 09:30 PM
New ZealandBillion dollar solution needed for Taupō's beautiful but deadly highwayWhat's next for the accident hotspot on SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi?30 Nov 02:46 AM
BoxingMessam wins 'War in the Waikato' fight against MerewetherThe two 39-year-olds put on a great show for hundreds of supporters in Hamilton.30 Nov 02:11 AM
New ZealandWoman reveals cost of stolen diesel as Wilson Parking beefs up security after 'several' drill and drain theftsWoman's gas tank replacement cost $1K, took three weeks after tank was drained by thieves.29 Nov 12:07 AM
New ZealandPolice officer's actions 'unjustified' in arrest after crashOfficers attended the accident on the outskirts of Taupō in 2020.27 Nov 10:26 PM
New ZealandIt's more than just a race - Cycle Challenge gets personal for manySome people are pushing the limits of possibility during the Taupō Cycle Challenge.27 Nov 10:11 PM
