Waikato HeraldThe stories, scandals and showdowns that defined 2025From Trump’s return to AI fears, 2025 reshaped global and Kiwi life.12 Dec 04:00 AM
BusinessBilly bookcases in Bulls? How to shop at Ikea if you don't live in AucklandIkea products can be collected from 29 pick-up points across the country, from this week.03 Dec 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldKiwi authors caught in US$1.5b AI book piracy payoutThousands of Kiwi books were scraped, but most will get no payout under US rules.02 Dec 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldGlittering promises: What New Zealand’s new planned gold mines will deliverGold prices have surged past $7000 an ounce, driving new mine projects.12 Nov 06:00 PM
BusinessAir NZ electric plane pilot teacher in townEnergy costs for a Wellington to Blenheim flight are about $20.07 Nov 12:08 AM
Waikato Herald'Significant public benefit': Watchdog backs Huntly power station planThe 10-year deal secures Huntly's back-up power supply until 2035.05 Nov 10:32 PM
Waikato HeraldBreeding the 'wagyu of lamb' in Waimai ValleyAlastair Reeves has turned his eye to new sheep traits sought after by the modern farmer.02 Nov 09:39 PM
Waikato Herald'Let's wait and see': Mayor urges calm over Starbucks, Burger King plans for small townIn public feedback, 104 opposed the plan and 39 submissions were in support.23 Oct 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldAir NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer tripsNew battery-powered aircraft has a range of nearly 400km.17 Oct 03:54 AM
Waikato HeraldStarbucks, Burger King get go-ahead for tiny Waikato town – but there's a catchThe approval comes despite overwhelming opposition from submitters.13 Oct 02:09 AM
Waikato HeraldDecision looming on Tīrau Starbucks and Burger King planThe council received 148 public submissions, with most opposing the plan.02 Oct 04:59 AM
Waikato Herald'One punch after the other': Community reels from Carter Holt closure newsA small number of roles will remain to process imported timber.30 Sep 04:22 AM
Waikato HeraldDry year cover: Commission backs deal to keep Huntly generators onlineGenesis had warned it would retire Rankine Unit 2 in January 2026 without a deal.29 Sep 08:32 PM
Waikato Herald'Strong position': Milk production hits August recordWaikato and Taranaki led the gains, while growth in the South Island was more subdued.23 Sep 09:28 PM
Waikato Herald'One has to ask when it will end': Tokoroa plywood factory marked for closureMayor says it had been a tough year for the district.16 Sep 05:28 AM
Waikato HeraldTaupō geothermal zone potential spurs $10m in Govt funding for explorationThe project could be 'globally groundbreaking' for 'supercritical' energy generation.04 Sep 02:46 AM
Waikato HeraldNew Woolworths Taupō opens with special pouThe supermarket and the pou have a history dating back to 1961.03 Sep 11:29 PM
Waikato Herald'Efficient and sustainable': $220m expansion at geothermal station '90%' completeAnnual output would power 158,000 homes, exceeding Christchurch’s residential total.30 Aug 10:43 PM
BusinessEx-Kitchen Things employee on turning up to work to find they no longer had a job'It has put quite a strain on my partner and I financially,' the staffer said.30 Aug 02:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Nothing like it in NZ': Why this couple swapped Auckland for the CoromandelThe couple left their corporate finance jobs and moved to a community with 50 residents.28 Aug 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald'He is worth everything': Rare Galloway bull for saleFive-year-old Riggit bull Arapuni Pride was judged the champion Galloway of the world.27 Aug 10:03 PM
Waikato Herald'Life is short': How a mountain biking accident led her to quit her dream job to sell 'towelies''We've hustled ... but it’s bloody cool and I wouldn't trade it for anything.'27 Aug 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ housing affordability best since pre-Covid, report findsLower mortgage rates and steady income growth have helped improve housing affordability.27 Aug 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRegenerative farming family’s paddock to plate butcheryThe family farm uses regenerative agriculture and runs a micro-abattoir.24 Aug 10:25 PM
Waikato HeraldAbbott tipped as possible buyer of Synlait's Pōkeno factory Synliat shares have rallied on speculation it might sell its Pōkeno factory to Abbott.19 Aug 12:49 AM
Waikato HeraldMercury's profit plunges to $1m amid tough power conditionsTough power generating conditions hit Mercury's earnings in the June year. 18 Aug 10:15 PM
Waikato HeraldParents left out of pocket as dentist moves to PanamaMelissa Ferguson paid $11,000 upfront for her son's treatment.14 Aug 10:41 PM
BusinessMaking it rain: Mercury’s plan to invest $550m in historic hydro stationsIt's the biggest reinvestment in hydro power in New Zealand's history.14 Aug 07:00 PM
BusinessMajor energy firms sign deal for strategic reserve at HuntlyGenesis, Meridian Energy, Mercury NZ and Contact Energy agree deal for back-up generation.03 Aug 09:35 PM
BusinessNZ aims to double geothermal energy production by 2040The Government has allocated $60 million to fund research into the resource.30 Jul 05:41 AM
Waikato HeraldAir NZ to support 20 regional events to boost domestic tourismThe Spectacle and Hamilton Arts Festival are the first events supported.29 Jul 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldOrganic honey - from bush to boutique in CoromandelThe Mackenzies won gold and silver at the Outstanding Food Producer Awards this year. 28 Jul 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldNew $750m solar farm for Hawke's Bay: Why is the region turning to solar?The solar farm will be visible to thousands of motorists on SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd.28 Jul 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMoo-dern Love: Using ChatGPT to breed better cowsOnline dating comes to dairying, as artificial intelligence helps artificial insemination.25 Jul 05:00 PM
