New Zealand'This ain’t a joke': Judge warns smirking robberThe 20-year-old was not long out of jail when he robbed a bottle store.16 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandTimber bridges could become 'new norm' for NZSH26 between Thames and Paeroa is to close for a month for a bridge build.16 Dec 03:19 AM
New ZealandPolice National Dive Squad to search Waikato River for missing manThe man was reported to have jumped from Pukete Bridge on Saturday night.16 Dec 12:26 AM
New ZealandSH1 detour route near Tokoroa blocked after truck crashed and rolledA police spokesperson said the truck would take some time to remove.15 Dec 08:26 PM
Rugby'What I was dreaming about': Kiwi's unlikely rise to Scottish rugby stardomTom Jordan debuted for Scotland this year after leaving NZ in 2019.15 Dec 04:33 PM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandMan stole people's identities to hire car and equipment he never returnedOne of Bobby Moana's victims has forgiven him and wants to meet.14 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandSearch resumes for bridge-jumper missing in Waikato RiverExtensive searches failed to locate the man, who jumped from Pukete Bridge.14 Dec 09:50 PM
New ZealandOne dead after motorcycle crash in Pukekawa, WaikatoEmergency services were alerted to the crash at 5.35am this morning. 14 Dec 07:33 PM
New ZealandCoromandel shooting: Name suppression for man charged with murder, attempted murderMan appears in court after fatal shooting in remote rural location.13 Dec 11:01 PM
New ZealandGolfer clocks up 100 rounds of golf with scores under his own ageStuart Reid, 79, wins 2024 shoot-out, scores under age 100+ times; aims for more.13 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandPopular freedom camping spot to be moved due to overcrowdingThe local community board had raised concerns with the council.13 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandHamilton in for big visitor boost following announcement of high-calibre event calendarWaikato is the place to be in the next while.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan ran down teen the same day he was in court for running down elderly womanHe suffered multiple fractures and internal injuries and was left fighting for his life.12 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandTruck trailer rolls on SH25 in the CoromandelEmergency services responded to an incident shortly after 1.15pm.12 Dec 05:09 AM
New ZealandPaeroa's big bottle gets put on icePaeroa's famous bottle is getting a temporary makeover for a frozen L&P promotion.12 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandSH1 at Karāpiro to close up to four times a year for maintenance worksThe first closure will take place for four days in January.12 Dec 01:13 AM
New ZealandInaugural food festival a real treat for TaupōOver 40 food and drink businesses participated in the 9-day event.12 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandSurfer dies in Raglan despite CPR efforts by lifeguardsEmergency services were called to the scene around 2.25pm.11 Dec 08:16 AM
Entertainment'Nice to be back': Sir Peter Jackson on the future of Lord of the RingsPeter Jackson, Andy Serkis, Miranda Otto return to Middle-earth with new film out today.11 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandNew $15m wharf underutilised but still off-limits to the publicIt is not getting heavy commercial use but the council voted to keep the gates locked.11 Dec 02:30 AM
Crime‘Just lost it’: Court docs outline why a convicted baby killer decided to murder againDonovan Duff's name and criminal history had been kept secret until today.11 Dec 02:04 AM
CrimeMongrel Mob baby killer admits second murder – this time inside Auckland prisonHe already had a minimum non-parole period of 17 years before the second killing.10 Dec 08:32 PM
New Zealand'Thought he was going to kill me': Victim's fear after gang kidnapping, attackIt took about 18 months for the victim to no longer feel afraid about going out.10 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandA shark sighting, a missing kite surfer and a plane crashAll in a weekend's work for Eastern Region surf lifeguards.10 Dec 01:59 AM
New Zealand'Chance for a real solution': Winston Peters says he will advocate for Kinleith Mill workers'Targeted government intervention is sometimes necessary.'09 Dec 11:24 PM
New ZealandScientists explore seabed in Hauraki Gulf to study human impactsScientists from around the world are looking to the Hauraki Gulf for answers.09 Dec 09:08 PM
New Zealand'Lots of ambulances': Two critically hurt in serious two-car crash at RotoruaEmergency services were called to the scene about 7.50pm09 Dec 09:11 AM
New ZealandOne person in custody after firearm sighting near schoolFrankton School was in lockdown due to the police presence.09 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandKiwi deaths in leg-hold traps 'doesn't need to happen' DoC saysLeg-hold traps should be installed off the ground to avoid catching birds like kiwis.09 Dec 12:56 AM
New ZealandWaikato amps up for massive festival and concert seasonOne of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.08 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition following Waikato crashMotorists are being asked to avoid Paeroa-Tahuna Rd.08 Dec 08:50 AM
New Zealand'We don't feel safe': Police pursue 'stolen' car through Hamilton, residents on edge after crimesA resident says police gave chase, and arrested four youths.08 Dec 02:49 AM
PoliticsChildren’s Minister disappointed but ‘relieved’ bootcamp absconders found after alleged carjackingIt follows the tragic passing of one bootcamp participant due to a car accident.08 Dec 01:06 AM
