Waikato news
Super Rugby teams: The squads tasked with clinching the title
How the Crusaders and Chiefs will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific final.
Missing Phillips children's harsh winter: Fourth birthday on the run
The King Country bush is cold and wet, making conditions very harsh.
On The Up: 'Pacific's Strongest' - Dannevirke man drags Samoan bus down the road by himself
Jarna Mihaere weighs 165kg, and he needed all of that.
Inside the Rovers: On Target
Footballer Sam Lack’s star has shone bright in 2025. Video / Neil Reid
Wintec welder leading the way for women in trades
Sasha Devia offers advice after winning a Bunnings Women in Apprenticeships Award.
'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before Matariki
Much of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.
Tribesmen's alleged 'hotbox' murder after gang member's unauthorised online shopping
Mark Hohua, known as Shark, was allegedly beaten to death by fellow gang members in 2022.
Waihī house fire: Probe into cause of man's death
What started a fatal house blaze in Waihī is still being investigated.
Editor's Picks
'Blood, sweat, and tears': Hamilton fashion label turns 25
A rebrand and a change of hands later, NES is going strong and ready for new chapter.
'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it off
Homegrown is returning to its roots and being welcomed with open arms.
On the Up: Meet teen fire brigade and road safety hero Mila
'Making a small change, that’s enough for me.'
New Zealand news
'A let-down': Iwi challenges DoC, minister over ski field deals
They allege the Crown ignored Treaty obligations by not engaging with them.
Police investigating after body found in Christchurch carpark
Officers were called to the scene about 4.40pm.
Numbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpot
It's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.
Chiefs beat Brumbies to book spot in Super Rugby Pacific final
The Chiefs will head to Christchurch to meet the Crusaders next weekend.
Major emergency response under way after Paeroa crash leaves one critical and one badly hurt
'There are a number of people down a bank from a vehicle.'
Waikato sports news
Super Rugby teams: The squads tasked with clinching the title
How the Crusaders and Chiefs will line up in the Super Rugby Pacific final.
Silence of the fans: Chiefs supporters told to leave cowbells at home
Crusaders boss says cowbells will be melted down at the gate.
'Never felt so alone': Foster lifts lid on battles with NZ Rugby bosses
Former All Blacks' frustrations began before he coached his first All Blacks test.
Waikato business news
'Life-changing': International flights return to Hamilton Airport
Jetstar's first planes to Sydney and Gold Coast have taken off from Hamilton this week.
Waikato distillery on mission to create 'iconic' New Zealand whiskies
The team had a very busy last year and also started 2025 with a few unique releases.
New partnership boosts South Waikato businesses
The Chamber of Commerce helps to 'break down barriers' for local businesses: CEO.
Waikato lifestyle news
What the inaugural Jetstar flight from Hamilton to Sydney was really like
International flights returned to Hamilton for the first time since 2012.
'Quite fun': Hamish's quail egg business takes flight
Hamish began rearing quails for their eggs at age 11.
Rural news
The Country: Winston Peters on geopolitics
Winston Peters, Jane Smith, Mike McIntyre, Warwick Catto and Jamie Strang.
Meat and skincare on the agenda for PM's first day in China
Christopher Luxon's first day in China includes a surprising win for cosmetics exporters.
All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1
Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.
OneRoof property news
'Not sure if I'm crazy' - Buyer gets serious about $2m dump in four minutes flat
Agent gets early morning call about deceased estate.
Family selling their ski chalet to get better parking spot for their plane
Waikato couple built luxury A-frame in National Park.
Mystery buyer snaps up historic convent for $275,000
The building had attracted the attention of paranormal investigators.
Car news and advice
Retro caravan channels Frank Lloyd Wright
Airstream has revealed a new caravan styled after Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West.
Audi scraps EV-only plan, keeps petrol engines alive
Audi has hit the brakes on its EV-only ambition, officially walking back plans to end ICE.
BMW’s next iX3 will bring 800km range, superfast charging and all-new tech
The iX3 50 xDrive will be the first production model built on BMW's Neue Klasse platform.
More Waikato news
'One fatality', three injured in Te Aroha crash
Diversions are in place as police attend the scene of a two-car accident.
Young Farmers visit Fieldays as they gear up for grand final
A couple of top Young Farmers popped in to talk to The Country's Jamie Mackay too.
The Country: Shane Jones holds court at Fieldays
A cast of 1000s including Shane Jones, Te Radar, George Dodson, and Rick Ladd.