New Zealand'Nearly died': Inmate allowed out for tangi returned with a bag of meth which burst inside himJudge tells Huata Irving, who was hospitalised, he's the “author of his own misfortune".03 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Yeeted' out the window: Late-night visitor gets short shriftA Te Awamutu cat gets a lesson in aeronautics.02 Aug 07:07 PM
New ZealandOnly one change for this year's Waikato NPC squadWaikato squad sees 32 of 33 named players returning from 2023.02 Aug 06:34 PM
New ZealandWaikato women's rugby squad namedFijiana Women’s lock Jade Coates returns to Waikato squad after lengthy injury.31 Jul 01:15 AM
New ZealandGreat Kiwi Summer Festival: Light and sound show for Lake KarāpiroThe event celebrated its first year in 2023 after Covid cancelled it two years in a row.30 Jul 08:46 PM
New Zealand1000 junior rugby players set for Waikato festivalThis year’s Waikato tournament will involve 32 rugby clubs.30 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Out of hand' flower growing hobby blossoms into fully fledged businessThe farm is on the side of Kakepuku Mountain near Te Awamutu.28 Jul 02:02 AM
New ZealandShowcase of student musical talent from Te Awamutu Concerts Alive!Te Awamutu Concerts Alive? presents a showcase concert from Waikato University students.24 Jul 01:59 AM
New ZealandExperiment reveals kākāpō escape strategiesThe escapes from a fenced Waikato sanctuary regularly made headlines.23 Jul 01:28 AM
New ZealandNew council units boost pensioner housingThe Waipā District Council has now provided homes for 117 pensioners.17 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato showjumper inducted into Equestrian Hall of FameA Te Awamutu local and his horse ruled the ring from late 1963 until 1973.15 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandStar-crossed lovers at centre of Māori dramaThis historical drama builds on the legacy of indigenous filmmaking.15 Jul 08:30 PM
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 ZealandBakeries square off over custard credentialsWinning custard square takes three days to produce.14 Jul 09:25 PM
New ZealandMeet the Waikato athletes heading to the OlympicsWaipā District alone has more than 40 athletes heading to Games.13 Jul 09:30 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 ZealandNordstrom goes from Mooloo man to a RamThe 2024 Chiefs pre-season replacement has been named in the Heartland squad.09 Jul 08:30 PM
New Zealand'Rowdy' duo get Opshop bonus for fundraising gigRowdy’s Rose will perform at awards concert in United States.06 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato club rugby: Pirongia headline Colts semi-finalsTop 2024 women's try scorer grateful for her Melville team and family.05 Jul 09:45 PM
New ZealandDigitisation service preserves brass band historySome of the images date back to the 1890s.03 Jul 10:30 PM
New ZealandWaipā rates up almost 15% in tough timesWaipā District Council said it cut its cloth to reduce proposed rate increase.03 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandFuture of rural Waikato lake under reviewThe reserve attracted 44,689 users to its walking and cycling track last year.03 Jul 03:05 AM
New ZealandMelbourne Cup winning jockey joins Cambridge's Walk of FameMcDonald won the 2021 Melbourne Cup and the title of World Jockey of the Year.25 Jun 07:56 PM
New ZealandResponses galore for transport projectAmount of feedback is no surprise to Service Delivery Committee.25 Jun 07:25 PM
New ZealandWaikato and Chiefs gain spots in the big teamsŌtorohanga Sports Club's Cortez Ratima is one of five new All Blacks.25 Jun 05:34 AM
New Zealand'The roof was blown off': Rosetown Posedown a showcase for townLocal team’s results were a testament to all their hard work and determination.25 Jun 12:52 AM
New ZealandPutāruru win Women’s ChampionshipHamiton Old Boys and Ōtorohanga could not be split apart.24 Jun 03:26 AM
New ZealandOne person in serious condition after two-vehicle crash involving tractor on SH3'We treated and transported one patient to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.'24 Jun 01:13 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionBill for new Waikeria Prison climbs as public-private partners wrangle over big Covid claimThe new 600-bed prison in Te Awamutu should be finished late this year.23 Jun 05:00 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 ZealandChiefs fans 'loud', 'loyal' and ready for war as Blues clash awaitsHow do you strike fear into the opposing team? Slow roasted marshmallows of course.21 Jun 12:36 AM
New ZealandCrash near Te Awamutu: Person trapped after car crashes into ditchThe person was rescued by emergency services.20 Jun 04:44 AM
New ZealandTe Awamutu organisations highlight volunteersVolunteer Week: local groups thank those who give their time to others.19 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato tourism organisation to make changes due to council fundingSeveral councils have made funding cuts to the organisation in their LTPs.19 Jun 06:30 PM
