Traffic numbers spike during country's latest L4 lockdown
Speeds as high as 177kmh have been recorded in Wellington this week.
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Waikato Inc shows most resilience in regional lockdown survey
Waikato most optimistic in survey of Auckland, Tauranga, Taupō commerce.
Hamilton woman charged with breaching L4 lockdown
The 20-year-old also faces drug possession charges.
Exclusive: Outbreak response hampered by DHBs flying blind on staff vaccination
The problem "presented a barrier to rapidly and safely deploying staff", an email reveals.
Patrol car damaged, offenders on the run
The police eagle chopper circled over Hamilton for several hours this morning.
Waikato Hospital serves mum mouldy toast for lunch
Waikato DHB says parents are welcome to help themselves to supplies in the ward kitchen.
'Incredibly dangerous': Train surfer rides rail service in the Waikato
The man was arrested after being spotted riding on a container of a freight train.
Local Focus: Two tickets for the price of one
New companion card a welcome accessory. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Very good luck': Why there are no confirmed cases in the Coromandel
But epidemiologist Michael Baker says we are not in the clear yet.
The guide to surviving that long wait for a Covid test
With some experiencing waits of close to 12 hours, you need to be prepared.
Covid 19 coronavirus Delta outbreak: 200 Aucklanders turned around at Manaia roadblock - police
Message to communities was 'police have got this'.
Frustration and full bladders: Long waits and capacity issues at Covid testing centres on day one of lockdown
Mum of teen close contact says she was told to come back tomorrow at one testing centre.
Covid 19: Police, residents disband SH25 Manaia roadblock
The road block was no longer in place at Manaia about 1pm today.
Man to fight murder charge laid over Hamilton gang member's death
John Kina Edwards lost his bid for continued name suppression.
Afghan interpreter's fear for family: 'It's a matter of life or death'
Afghan interpreters in New Zealand open up over fear for family in Afghanistan.
Secondary schools work with Māori on new approaches to history
More than 1000 teachers from 22 schools gathered to learn from Ngāti Wairere.
Waikato Regional Council lays 44 charges against Huntly landfill
No court date has yet been set for Puke Coal's director to appear.
Man charged in connection with six dairy robberies in Hamilton
The man faces charges of aggravated robbery, assault with intent to rob and car theft.
Real estate agent Michael Boulgaris in hospital after riding accident
The luxury real estate agent fell from his horse.
Student's death: Closure of NZ's border could cause issue for grieving family
The closing of the transtasman bubble could mean his family can't cross the ditch.
Australian student identified as man found dead on rural Waikato road
Police believe the student was hit by a vehicle and want to hear from other road users.
A Kiwi POW was photographed on a German commander's tank. Who is he?
Image of forlorn Kiwi WWII soldier captures attention of amateur historian.
Timaru crash that killed teens one of 13 with five or more victims
The Weekend Herald looks back at the crashes in New Zealand with the highest fatalities.
Vaccinations 339% ahead of plan? The truth behind the numbers
Can it be possible for vaccinations to be so far ahead of schedule?
'Sickening and depraved': Couple jailed for horrific child sex abuse
A Cambridge woman and her ex-partner have been jailed for 19 and 23 years.
Deputy principal at exclusive school resigns after months of absence
St Peter's School Cambridge announces resignation of deputy principal Yevette Williams.
Cold, hungry and shaking: Teens lucky to be found in Kaimai Range
'They would have gone downhill pretty quickly,' say police of rescued teens.
Pedestrian found dead after 'vehicle related' Waikato incident
The person was found dead at the scene.
Power outages: 'Transpower asked us to reduce load by 20 per cent', WEL Networks speaks out
WEL Networks says it repeatedly questioned Transpower about dropping power load.
Go Eco able to focus on their role as advocates for our environment
Len Reynolds Trust invest in children, young people and the environment.
Power cuts: Mercury, Genesis offering credit
Those who went without electricity have a legal right to compensation.
One person dead after three-car collision in Hamilton
One person with minor injuries taken to hospital.
Trio lead police on chase from South Auckland to Hamilton
The stolen vehicle was followed by police from Papakura before being dumped in Hamilton.
Māori identity threads through life of fashion designer
The inspiring journey of a designer committed to celebrating her Māori identity.