Waikato news
Crashed van lifted off trapped elderly driver following Hamilton accident
Passersby rushed to the aid of the trapped driver.
Taupō tourism operator makes splash on national stage
Resilient tourist operator gains award, two decades on.
To the guinea pigs go the spoils from show - as hundreds turn out to see them compete
There's nothing like a good rodent show to pull the punters.
New projections: How is the climate likely to change where you live?
New projections out to 2090 indicate NZ could grow warmer and drier than earlier forecast.
Auckland police kept busy during two 'dangerous' attempts to evade arrest
A man associated with the Head Hunters has been arrested after traversing Auckland.
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'We just need our confidence back': Hamilton's high street not what it used to be
However, it's not all doom and gloom, local business leaders say.
International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.
Orange river caused by 128-year-old mine shaft
Warnings still in place on Ōhinemuri River with high arsenic levels in sediment.
'Taken aback': Woman grabs policeman's genitals in strip club
Then, two months later Passion Vailea viciously attacked a woman at the supermarket.
'Troubles me': Shooting inquest probes police lethal force 'threshold'
'Is incapacitation a nicer way of saying lethal force or killing?'
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
Waikato sports news
First XV random awards: The best fans, strips, referees and more
Sacred Heart supporters shine in the 2024 First XV season's best moments and awards.
Watch: Cliff Curtis appears stunned by interview at boxing match
An interview from the knockout fight has gone viral.
Whangamatā welcomes 13 golden oldies teams in honour of 'Barefoot Bob'
The event was run by the Bob Scott Whangamatā Toe Kickers team.
Waikato business news
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.
The Country Fast Five: Meet Karl Davis
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
'Massive blow': Hundreds of jobs lost as Winstone shuts mills
One of the central North Island's biggest employers has made the call to shut two mills.
Waikato lifestyle news
To the guinea pigs go the spoils from show - as hundreds turn out to see them compete
There's nothing like a good rodent show to pull the punters.
Movie-starved Taupō residents fill pop-up theatre
With Taupō's cinema out of action, pop-up movie nights are proving popular.
Rural news
The Country Fast Five: Is this NZ's most important industry?
The Country has five questions to get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
'We sat on our laurels': US citrus growers' warning for NZ
Prevention touted as key to avoiding a citrus greening disease catastrophe.
Tastiest steak competition is on again at Gisborne A&P Show
The ever-popular Silver Ferns Farms 'Steak of Station' on again at Gisborne's spring show.
OneRoof property news
Block NZ judge: 'I’d be very surprised if The Block returns. Actually, I don’t think it will'
Reality TV show's demise is a "shame" but not a surprise.
Four neighbouring homes up for grabs at the beach
They used to be part of Whitianga backpacker lodge.
Olympian Eric Murray reveals renovation therapy - 'we lived pretty rough for a while'
Gold medallist selling the villa he upgraded with son Zac and partner Thea.
Car news & advice
Volkswagen ID.5 Pro+ long term review: as is the fashion
How does our ID.5 fare in the worlds of fashion and film? Ask an expert.
GWM rewriting driver-assistance software for New Zealand models
GWM admits its ADAS systems aren't right for NZ roads. An update is on the way.
Limited-edition GR Yaris honours Toyota's WRC legacy
GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition marks 51 years since first WRC victory.
More Waikato news
'One shot would have been plenty': Inquest into death of man shot by police resumes
'It's not a given that the first shot will do the job.'
Aucklanders brace for gales, hail, cold temperatures, possible blackouts; snow falls in Chch
A major highway in the South Island has been closed to due snow and ice.
Police officer decided to shoot before Shargin Stephens moved toward him – coroner
It was 'abundantly clear' the officer made a decision, coroner says.
'I'm mighty Mongrel Mob': Niece describes events leading to fatal brawl
The now 22-year-old was scared for her 8-week-old baby inside the house.
Remnants of NZ supervolcano found in Tasmania
Tiny volcanic glass shards from the eruption have been discovered in Australia.
International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.
'It's called humour': Waikato RSA defends guest who sported blackface at quiz night
The blackface costume choice has been labelled insensitive and racist but not funny.