Latest Waikato news
SH1 closed in north Waikato due to Northpower grid updates
The work will be carried out on Saturday.
Shot man's sister says bail checks 'would have broken most people'
Stephens was described as 'smart', 'generous' and 'kind'.
Efforts underway to turn historic building into community space
Cambridge Menzshed is transforming Leamington Dairy Factory into a community space.
Pothole vans to patrol NZ roads looking for signs of wear and tear
Pothole vans will soon patrol New Zealand roads.
Cultural bail check approach may have avoided fatal shooting - psychiatrist
'He was pushed beyond his tolerance.'
Walkway project to connect community with local history and nature
Planning for the walkway through in the small Waikato village started two years ago.
Photo exhibition of student works
Students put on a photography exhibiton of their favourite works.
'Best balance': Robertson on changes to All Blacks team
Scott Robertson has made four changes to the starting side.
Multimillion-dollar library rebuild project starts taking shape
Hauraki District Council is looking for someone to build a new community hub.
Rosy weekend ahead for Te Awamutu garden ramblers
The date has been set for the 2024 Altrusa Home & Garden Ramble and Rose Show.
Learning how to minimise clothing waste, and have fun
Slow Fashion September teaching people how to minimise clothing waste.
Four neighbouring homes up for grabs at the beach
They used to be part of Whitianga backpacker lodge.
I speak Māori everywhere I can and encourage others to do the same - Potaka
Tama Potaka speaks Māori at every opportunity
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.
Crashed van lifted off trapped elderly driver following Hamilton accident
Passersby rushed to the aid of the trapped driver.
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.
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."
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.
'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.”
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.
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.
Marsh remains upbeat despite loss of crack 2YO
“She’s gone for a wind operation, she’ll be back into the New Year."
'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?'