New Zealand‘Distressing’ rescue of young girl after 13yo fell to his death at Hāhei BeachTwo young people scrambled up a cliff path before the boy plunged down the bank.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Constantly looking over my shoulder’: Man's relief at being caught after five years on the runThe 36-year-old, who stole $47k from businesses, was finally found after drink driving.14 Jan 07:00 AM
New ZealandFoul language, threats heard before man’s death sparked homicide probeThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.14 Jan 06:15 AM
All BlacksShaun Stevenson, NZR reach compromise as All Black heads to JapanThe 28-year-old will miss the start of Super Rugby, before leaving altogether next year.14 Jan 12:45 AM
New ZealandLate-night naked antics, chicken coop surprise for residentsBoth incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at around 2am.14 Jan 12:37 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation launched after 'altercation' at Thames propertyThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.13 Jan 11:04 PM
New ZealandBody found, believed to be missing Tauranga manJarrad Ormsby was last seen in Hamilton on December 19.13 Jan 09:55 PM
New ZealandUS citizen named as victim of fatal Orongo crashMarcia Shattuck was one of 13 people killed on New Zealand roads over the holidays.13 Jan 12:14 AM
New ZealandPolice name New Plymouth cyclist as Matamata fatal crash victimInquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.12 Jan 10:28 PM
New Zealand'Time for a change': Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate not running for re-election in OctoberIn a Facebook post, Southgate announced that it was time for a change.12 Jan 09:41 PM
New Zealand'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put outFour crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.12 Jan 08:45 PM
New ZealandMan’s body located after he failed to resurface from Waikato River dipA rahui has now been placed at Arapuni, Bulmers and Jones landings.12 Jan 12:47 AM
New Zealand'Degrading': Man drags naked partner outside, pours boiling water over herSimon Kereopa then told his partner 'you deserve it, and that’s what you get'.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton road closed due to police incident, diversions in placePolice advise avoiding Matangi Rd in Hillcrest; use alternative routes this afternoon.11 Jan 02:31 AM
New Zealand'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final bookRon Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.10 Jan 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A lot of roadworks and disruption': What you need to know about driving through Waikato this monthSlow road trips will await some this month.10 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFire in Waikato prison cell seriously injures inmateThe man was taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.10 Jan 06:20 AM
New ZealandReducing death: Road layout changes under way with Taupō vehicle safety centre constructionThe changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.10 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandNo-dog zone to be enforced at Raglan Domain Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.10 Jan 03:37 AM
New ZealandSeabird drowning inquiry: Two people helping investigatorsThe birds were reportedly captured in fishing nets.10 Jan 12:59 AM
New Zealand'Frustrating and distressing': DoC appeals for information after seabirds killed'Extremely frustrating and distressing to hear about this kind of wilful mistreatment.'09 Jan 02:44 AM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition airlifted to hospital after water incidentOne rapid response unit and one helicopter responded to the incident this afternoon.09 Jan 02:22 AM
New ZealandRestricted fire season for Waikato Districts from FridayRestricted fire season in Waikato begins at 9am on January 10.08 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandMajority of watercraft fatalities not wearing lifejackets“That could have been 16 lives potentially saved had they been wearing one.”08 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandWatch: Truck’s 'shocking' overtaking on Kaimāī Range prompts investigations'Pretty bloody scary,' said one comment.08 Jan 04:00 PM
BoxingDavid Nyika knocked out in bid to claim world titleAll the action from the transtasman cruiserweight clash08 Jan 12:51 PM
New ZealandPolice officer nearly hit by truck after driver ignores road closureOne police officer was forced to jump out of the way.08 Jan 12:37 AM
New ZealandWoman, 30, arrested in Huntly in relation to alleged shoplifting across Waikato and Counties ManukauShe faces 15 shoplifting charges, after a further 11 charges were laid yesterday.07 Jan 10:33 PM
New Zealand‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopensA witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged. 07 Jan 05:36 PM
Lifestyle'One careful owner': Op shop condoms might be a stretchCommenters question safety of the contraceptives after picture shared on social media.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Remorseful she's been caught': Office worker had been stealing for yearsRonel Viljoen used company money for car repairs, household items and a Soda Stream.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeven youths arrested after burnouts, attempted theft, car fireA suspected stolen car was reported to police for doing burnouts at about 2.50am.07 Jan 03:36 AM
New ZealandBeachgoers with no swimming skills a frustrationBeachgoers at a popular Coromandel beach are proving frustrating for lifeguards.07 Jan 01:28 AM
New ZealandThe NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.07 Jan 12:00 AM
