The abuse has increased in the past two years and occurs almost daily, the SPCA says.

Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash about 3.30pm.

One person is in serious condition, the other in moderate condition.

'If we ever found this one, to definitely get hold of police.'

Emergency services were called to the scene at about 11.25am.

NZTA says SH1 between Taupō and Tūrangi is under stop/go traffic management.

Police said the truck had been removed, but traffic management was still in place.

“They were sharing a real taonga with us, and it was important that their words be heard."

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand heavy rescue crew was dispatched from Hamilton.

At 6 months old, Mila was diagnosed with CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD).

'I’m not going to die tonight, not here, not in this car, not this way.'

Cambridge beekeepers launch Mānuka honey designed by local kids.

One person in serious condition was taken to Waikato Hospital by St John.

The programme launched with 12 children and 12 dogs this month.

A rebrand and a change of hands later, NES is going strong and ready for new chapter.

A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.

Emergency services responded with five crews, an ambulance, and a helicopter.

A person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle near Taupō on April 19.

Martin Stiles has also helped fix the hearts of Olympic medal winners.

The road was closed between Anderson and Thames streets but has reopened.

Autism New Zealand estimates around 1 to 2% (93,000) of New Zealanders have autism.

One resident feels “disgusted and ripped off” for having to pay rates for “crappy water”.

Drivers should avoid the area and expect delays.

High-flyer on what she loves about the pursuit.

'I thought I could grieve my baby brother and let them take over ... I feel so dumb.'

Hamilton's much-loved street art festival turned 10 last weekend.

As an 18 year old in Mexico, her dream was to be a service dog trainer.

'It’s like watching Bambi getting to walk on ice for the first time.'

Never having drunk it before he was unaware that “coffee doesn’t come all ready to drink”.

The crash happened on Abbotsford and Victoria Sts in Hamilton about 4.35pm today.

The road was partially blocked.

Over 800 artists – including local reggae band Katchafire – will come to Hamilton.

Kezia Kurian's mother suspected she had cancer - but told no one.

One person was transported to Waikato Hospital.

The new comp will be the first time in several years New Zealand has played Australia.

The destination received the accolade as part of Booking.com's Traveller Review Awards.

The wandering dogs probably ran from attacking wasps to become stranded.

The works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.

'A lot of students my age take this place for granted and can’t wait to move away.'

It took almost two hours to extinguish the blaze at the National Steel Ltd scrapyard.

Her podcast idea came to light when she had '$0 to my name' as a 17-year-old.

A community dining hall 'isn't just a meal for some people, it's a social occasion'.

Households in emergency housing motels dropped from 507 in 2023, to 144 in November 2024.

Water testing is currently under way to determine if contaminants are present.

The man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.

Both incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at around 2am.

Ron Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.

The changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.

Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.

The new CCO would allow both councils to tackle growth, maintenance, and rising costs.

He used his belt to stop the bleeding and waited 45 minutes before being spotted.

Mangakino School once had a roll of 1800 students, now it has 50.

“I thought this was a fresh beginning ... I'm going to have to bury another child."

'Understanding animal behaviour is significant in trapping pests for better outcomes.'

The two puppies appeared to have been deliberately locked in a culvert in Te Kūiti.

Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.

The ram raid happened at the St Andrews Service Station on Braid Road.

"One patient was assessed at the scene as being in a minor condition."

The loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.

The Tirohanga School teaching principal has a passion for “inclusive learning”.

A road worker was threatened with a firearm on State Highway 1, near Ātiamuri.

The iwi were made aware of an incident at Acacia Bay recently.

The Waikato Herald told her story last week. Now she's taken part in Shave for a Cure.

Three hours after terrifying invasion attempt, man tries to enter another home in street.

The 60yo showed no cancer signs until an unrelated netball injury landed her in hospital.

One of the stolen bikes was a Triumph that was only purchased six weeks ago.

“There will still be some fire activity at the site for the foreseeable future."

Drones will monitor hotspots overnight and firefighting operations will resume tomorrow.

A controversial Waikato mining site has the Government’s green light of approval.

Public has been asked not to fly drones near where Fenz is fighting fire.

Firefighters were alerted to the blaze off Island Block Rd about 1.15pm on Monday.

Tūrangi Foodbank has already delivered 1567 food parcels since October 2023.

Firefighters were alerted to the blaze off Island Block Rd about 1.15pm.

Police at the school as a precautionary measure.

Waipa District Council's Dawn Inglis said the CCO is about “how we manage debt"

The 19 Waikato projects are spread across infrastructure, energy, housing and mining.

A best-selling cookbook author says she's 'not a foodie' but loves simple recipes.

Alizayh 14, has been missing from her Huntly home since October 6.