Latest from Waikato

Millions awarded to combat invasive gold clam

The gold clam was found in the Waikato River in May last year.

Hamilton Gardens turn over a new leaf as entry fee comes into effect

The visitor attraction also celebrated the opening of its Gallagher Visitor Centre.

Waikato man sentenced after dog euthanised following 'gross neglect', blunt force trauma

Experts said the dog would've been in 'severe discomfort' for a three-to-six-month period.

RSA left redfaced after blackface incident apologises, says it was 'worn in innocence'

“We did not pick up that it had the potential to offend."

'Like a cyclist': Treat riders as vulnerable road users campaigner says

“We are legally allowed on the road and should be able to do so safely.”

Crews battle garage fire in South Waikato town

Fenz was called about 8.10am.

Auckland police kept busy during two 'dangerous' attempts to evade arrest

A man associated with the Head Hunters has been arrested after traversing Auckland.

Person dies in Waikato workplace incident

Emergency services were called to a Cambridge address at 12.30pm on Tuesday.

Council calls on public to assist with dog attack inquiry

The attack last week left a Thames woman injured and her beloved pet dead.

Witness says 'more than 30' Mob members walked up driveway 'barking'

The mobsters were heard, and seen, barking and shouting as they walked up the driveway.

'Pulled around like a rag doll': Woman injured, dog killed on beach walk

A $1000 reward is being offered to find the dog that attacked Oscar.

Guidelines tabled as Waihī residents irked by ‘un-pheasant’ sounds

Loud bangs are used to scare birds away from crops in rural areas.

Ministry of Education responds over claims school staff ate free lunches meant for students

Hard to learn right from wrong when ‘teacher’s nicking your lunch’, David Seymour says.

Waikato Chamber of Commerce shifts to Union Square in Hamilton CBD

A new development in Hamilton CBD includes 23,000 square metres of office space.

Person dies on Mt Ruapehu, rāhui in place

Local iwi has placed a rāhui over the ski area of the mountain.

Speech champ joins fellow successful alumni

Te Kanawa Wilson continues Nga Taiatea Wharekura's legacy.

Nga Taiatea Wharekura legacy continues

Te Kanawa Wilson is the latest champion of the Pei Te Hurinui Jones tāonga, continuing the legacy and success of Nga Taiatea Wharekura on the national Ngā Manu Kōrero stage.

Court hears 111 call from man allegedly murdered in group mob hit

Upset whānau could be heard in court where 10 people are on trial for murder.