Waikato news
Waikato wetland fire under control
Fenz was able to stand down its air operations around 5pm on Wednesday.
'Another ridiculous gold rush': Group vows to continue fight against new mine
A controversial Waikato mining site has the Government’s green light of approval.
Rukumoana Schaafhausen rejoins TGH board of directors
They also appointed Warwick Tauwhare-George as advisor to the board.
Buckets recycled into portable fruit and veg gardens
Waipā District Council and Mitre 10 Mega combine to save buckets from landfill.
Genesis gets more coal in for next winter
Genesis is ordering extra coal in anticipation of another challenging winter next year.
Energy coaches helping with the shock of electricity bills
They used sheets to cover the windows because curtains were too expensive.
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NZTA advises Auckland to Wellington motorists to avoid SH1
A detour of 23km or about 16mins will be in place.
Keeping up with the kākāpō: In the bushes with a New Zealand taonga
Since the kākāpō returned to the Waikato last year, they have been keeping rangers busy.
Potential new $500m industry for Central North Island
Scientists have worked out how to create protein from microorganisms in geothermal gases.
Tūrangi Foodbank feeding a big slice of town's population
Tūrangi Foodbank has already delivered 1567 food parcels since October 2023.
'Small wine tasting': Andrew Bayly corrects answer in House about workplace insult incident
Labour says there are still 'massive questions' about the Bayly situation.
Waikato sports news
Kiwi women shine at ISDE, Archer claims second in Spain
Rachael Archer finishes second in women's ISDE, 54th overall out of 570 riders.
Roigard returns, Tuipulotu captain as All Blacks name side to face Japan
Patrick Tuipulotu will captain for the first time, while Damian McKenzie is back at No 10.
Wollaston reflects on a remarkable year with three medals and two rainbow jerseys
Wollaston ties for third in the 25km points race, narrowly missing a fourth medal.
Waikato business news
Rukumoana Schaafhausen rejoins TGH board of directors
They also appointed Warwick Tauwhare-George as advisor to the board.
Genesis gets more coal in for next winter
Genesis is ordering extra coal in anticipation of another challenging winter next year.
Waikato lifestyle news
Are you in any of these iconic photos?
The family of Ans Westra are trying to track down the subjects of her work.
Rural news
Weather outlook: Saturday the soggiest in a rain-spoiled Labour Weekend
Labour weekend forecast holds little for Kiwis who'd hoped for some mid-spring sunshine.
Smoke from Waikato scrub fire moves up and across Coromandel
Public has been asked not to fly drones near where Fenz is fighting fire.
The new crop that's puzzling locals
Even seasoned horticulturalists don't recognise the young trees.
OneRoof property news
Auckland's Caesar’s Palace for sale - 'We had people sitting on the golden throne to get photos'
First open homes for North Shore party pad packed.
11 bidders slug it out for the worst house on the best street - 'we were blown away'
Villa that had been vacant for 10 years fetches $2.66 million at auction.
Luxury home linked to ex-Du Val director fails to sell at auction
The home did not attract any bids.
Car news and advice
The 3 most popular utes in New Zealand
Thinking of buying a new ute? We take a look at the three best-selling utes in NZ.
Apple secretly partnered with BYD before axing EV project
Apple may have pulled the plug on its EV, but BYD made the most out of the aborted deal.
BMW’s Neue Klasse design to feature across all models, including ICE
Future BMWs will have a unified look, regardless of powertrain.
More Waikato news
Police lay charges over Te Urewera hunting death
A 50-year-old man will be appearing in court this week in relation to the death.
Six-year-old named as fatal crash victim
The crash, involving a car and a truck, happened on State Highway 1 near Waiōuru.
Wollaston reflects on a remarkable year with three medals and two rainbow jerseys
Wollaston ties for third in the 25km points race, narrowly missing a fourth medal.
80ha scrub fire at around 10.30am this morning burning swampland in North Waikato, near Meremere
Island Block Rd is currently closed to public access with safety cordons in place. Video / Laird Little
Rescue chopper attends 41 missions across Central Plateau in September
The missions included 3 medical emergencies, 2 rescues and 2 motor vehicle accidents.
Te Arikinui Kuini Ngā wai hono i te pō expected at Tuahiwi Marae
The new Māori Queen will make her first official public appearance today.
The best of NZ tourism in 2024: No wonder everyone wants to visit us
Introducing all the finalists for the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2024
'Something out of CSI Miami': Lawyer says man accused of murder wasn't even there
Hamiora Bennett is one of nine people, mostly Mongrel Mob members, accused of murder.