Hīkoi continues south ahead of Treaty Principles Bill vote
Police say 5000 people crossed the Auckland Harbour Bridge on journey to Wellington.
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Puttering away: Wairakei Resort Golf Course happy to be back in action
The picturesque course was seriously damaged after Cyclone Gabrielle.
The NZ health district where there is one GP to 1900 people
And how one practice is 'revitalising' its GPs' passion for the job.
Police investigate discovery of human remains near Waikato town
Police have secured the scene and are examining the area.
'A loud bang': Three dead in Hamilton car vs train tragedy
Emergency services rushed to Peachgrove Rd just after 4.30am.
Coromandel athletes feature in 2kg 'homage to surf culture'
Unbound Vol 1 weaves together pictures and interviews with NZ surfers.
'I had nothing to go on': Firearms officer on why she didn't investigate concerns about shooter who was later killed by police
Joel Buckley fired at police when they arrived at his home.
'Genuinely cared for': School family united after lightning strike, hall fire
The school's performing arts centre and new-entrants class were demolished after the fire.
'Very capable of harming people': Firearms boss not made aware of colleague's alarming concerns
Joel Buckley was later killed by AOS after firing at officers when they visited his home.
For or against waste-to-energy plant: Submissions due by December 18
Time running out to submit to EPA on Te Awamutu's waste-to-energy plant.
Road worker threatened with firearm on SH1, police investigating
A road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.
Is this the nation's most diverse school?
Hamilton's Knighton Normal School teaches 75 ethnicities and has a roll of 730.
Scattering ashes at 'precious taonga' strictly prohibited, iwi say
The iwi were made aware of an incident at Acacia Bay recently.
NZ prison population exceeds 10,000 for first time in four years
Prison numbers haven't topped 10,000 since 2020.
Watch: Preschooler helps woman steal from Hamilton store
The store owner was shocked that toddlers we're being 'taught' to steal.
Presentation to offer wastewater discharge solutions for Raglan
Council proposal has been put together after years of community consultation and research.
‘Just leave him alone’: Tom Phillips' father makes plea as hunt for fugitive dad goes on
The whole thing was a 'rort from the beginning', Neville Phillips says.
'I guessed it would be him': Officer's immediate reaction to news police had shot Hamilton man
Joel Buckley was shot dead by police in an exchange of shots in 2021.
Ironman World Championships will mean busy roads for Taupō
About 6000 competitors plus their supporters are expected from overseas.
Counterfeit cash, ammunition seized in Te Kauwhata
Police ask retailers to boost their banknote security knowledge ahead of Christmas.
'You just don’t get people applying:' The $40-an-hour job that no one wants
Vans, uniforms and perks on offer, but still no takers.
'Powerful, pure soul': Hamiltonian shaves hair in support of mum's cancer battle
The Waikato Herald told her story last week. Now she's taken part in Shave for a Cure.
'Significant commercial operation': Couple in their 60s jailed for peddling meth during lockdown
Their dealing continued even when they caught the virus.
Hamilton growth spurt calls for Waikato-wide approach to challenges
Hamilton crowned NZ’s fastest growing city for a second time.
'Should I kill him now?': Drunk man burns down ex's home, threatens new partner
The judge wasn't impressed with a request for a 70% discount saying it was 'unrealistic'.
'I was a wreck': Man rescued by helicopter after ridge collapse
Plus: Why the service needs over $460k in 2025 to continue vital work.
Man attempted second home invasion after police no-show
Three hours after terrifying invasion attempt, man tries to enter another home in street.
Family says coroner needs to correct mistake in findings
Whanganui's Carmen Walker died following complications during a hospital procedure.
Coromandel walk a winner at Rural Women NZ Business Awards
Catherine Ward has created a public three-day walk through her family farm.
How this month's Waikato roadworks could affect you
Full closures on SH1 Ngāruawāhia this month; expect delays and detours.
Trio who allegedly left man for dead on the side of Waikato road can be named
The fourth accused has two weeks to decide whether his name will be kept secret.
More than half of Hauraki ratepayers happy with council performance
The results of the council's annual satisfaction survey are out.
Ministry to appoint Commissioner after Waikato school board fires teacher, members step down
Four-parent board members resigned over teacher dismissal backlash.
Waikato police constables treated to unexpected Jason Momoa visit
They were undertaking routine licensed premise checks at the Coroglen Tavern.