Latest from Waikato
'Hot-box' murder: Accused says rival gang bigger issue than patched member's theft
Defence counsel says Mark Hohua died after falling on to concrete steps while fleeing.
Sunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for Matariki
One South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.
'Quite fun': Hamish's quail egg business takes flight
Hamish began rearing quails for their eggs at age 11.
Hamilton devastated after hitting groundhog in Canada F1 race
Sir Lewis Hamilton was upset after accidentally hitting a groundhog.
Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry
Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.
Opinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leave
OPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.
Phil Gifford: Key factors to decide the Crusaders-Chiefs showdown
OPINION: The Crusaders haven't lost a home playoff, so don't bet against them now.
'Quite incredible': Go Racing's thrilling journey to Royal Ascot
Albert Bosma's Go Racing has three horses competing at Royal Ascot this week.
'I will forever hate you': Victims' torment after 'friend' sexually abused them as boys
Glen Wright continues to deny the offending and claims the victims conspired against him.
‘Sink it, for all I care’: Mother calls for crane's removal after son’s fatal fall
Two people have died after jumping off the historic Hikitia crane in Wellington.
'Haunted by pain': Tourist campervan crash victim thankful to be alive
Hazel Jamieson suffered multiple fractures and significant bruising in the crash.
Farming, science and family through the generations
Gordon Stephenson’s family have embraced inquiry-based learning in their farming.
Waikato Steeplechase win caps chaotic day for Matthews
Portia Matthews won both of the steeplechase races on the card.
Pier picks up Stradbroke consolation
Pier ventured across the Tasman as the winner of four races in New Zealand.
Major emergency response under way after Paeroa crash leaves one critical and one badly hurt
'There are a number of people down a bank from a vehicle.'
'Weather won't help': Challenges face Mercurial at Te Rapa
Rainy conditions could challenge Mercurial, who struggles on heavy tracks.
Editorial: Residents have every right to be upset over cell towers
OPINION: Who wants a giant, ugly, industrial-looking pole near their home?
Patients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have given
Private ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs.
'Pretty positive': Fieldays vendors thrive as farmers invest
Farmers flocked to Fieldays, boosted by high milk and red meat prices.
'One fatality', three injured in Te Aroha crash
Diversions are in place as police attend the scene of a two-car accident.
Young Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand final
A couple of top Young Farmers popped in to talk to The Country's Jamie Mackay too.
'I'm not doing this': Ardern reflects on life captured on film
The life of NZ's former Prime Minister, who is a leader, a mother, and a wife.
'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south
The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway.
Traffic disruption: Three-vehicle crash hits Fieldays-bound commuters
Traffic delays are affecting those heading to the event at Mystery Creek.
The best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getaway
There’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.
Super Rugby: How the Blues can beat the Crusaders
ANALYSIS: The scrum will be crucial in the Crusaders-Blues semifinal showdown.