Thumbs up or down for e-scooters - Taupo community split
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'Tragic': Robert Sidney Horne reported as Ponsonby shooting victim
A social media post from a family member said they were feeling “deep sadness”.
Still and chilly autumn so far for Taupō
Autumn continues to bring generally still, settled weather to Taupō.
Whangamatā Area School surfers make waves overseas
Whangamata Area School surfers make it to the next round at world champs.
Kiwi Blokarters battle it out on dry Nevada lake bed
The dry Ivanpah Lake is one of the best places in the world for blokarting.
'He was basically dying': Witness' lifesaving move after dashcam horror
Witness describes moment they pulled four injured from crash wreckage.
'Last straw': Pensioner reveals the moment she decided to report years of alleged violence
The woman says her partner tried to smother her after she reported his violence to police.
'He was limp': Mum and 11yo share story of 'terribly' scary asthma attack
'It’s pretty horrible seeing your child’s lips turning blue.'
‘Pretty dire’ situation for patients as junior doctors strike over pay cuts
One senior hospital doctor says the strike has brought huge ramifications for patients.
FTN Motion to release first Hamilton-produced motorbike
The Wellington-born start-up moved to the Tron earlier this year.
Compacting rubbish machines misused and confused
Compactors are causing headaches at dumps in the Coromandel area.
Bride, groom and baby splashed with chicken blood at wedding
A wedding photographer pulled out because they thought the ceremony was 'too graphic'.
Waikato Museum closes until December for 'significant' work
Hamilton City Council said the work had been planned for a long time.
Hamilton Māori ward councillor resigns, triggering second byelection this year
Councillor Melaina Huaki has resigned effective immediately.
New Zealand vets joining movement to choose better dog breeds
Kiwi vets are asking dog owners to think about which breeds have healthier lives.
Charity meating the need of Waikato locals having it tough
Farmer-run charity puts meals on tables for needy Waikato families.
Sweet cat Biscuit kneads a new home
Sweet by name and by nature, little Biscuit the cat is looking for a new home.
Pacific Mother documentary explores traditional birthing
The award-winning doco explores the right to choose and be supported in birth choices.
Discovering the social history behind the 'bricks and mortar'
Creators and researchers of Bricks and Mortar Legacy share their stories at public event.
Te Awamutu Rowing Club honours local talent at prizegiving
New Zealand Masters Rowing Championships will be held at Lake Karāpiro later in the year.
Half the country’s junior doctors to strike for 25 hours
Te Whatu Ora says emergency departments will remain open.
Sexuality, wellbeing topics of Wild Women's Weekend
The annual festival will take place in Whangamatā from May 17-19.
Improvised dish a showstopper at special Waikato master chef contest
The Waikato Indian Cultural Society was blown away by Darshana Patel's creation.
Govt revives Waikato mega-prison plans as $1.9b spend pays for 810-bed extension
About $440m of the spend was coming from cuts from the "back-office", Luxon said.
Salt, sake and steam as giant geothermal power station cranks up
The turbine's opening ceremony involved traditional Japanese and Māori elements.
'Abused, ridiculed and discredited': Waipā District Council turns off Facebook comments
Meanwhile, Hamilton City Council reports rise in false information on social media.
Celebration as Raglan Whāingaroa Wharf project complete
The wharf's western walkway is now open to the public.
New Waipā council chief appointed to replace long-serving incumbent
New WDC chief executive has significant local body and governance experience.
Young surfers start strong at World Junior Champs
Pauanui's 13-year-old surfing sensation continues to impress.
Million-dollar donor's long wait for sports centre almost over
Philanthropist says he will be more excited once a construction contract has been signed.
Guns, drugs, cash seized after 'lengthy' investigation
A 53-year-old Taumarunui man has been arrested and is facing charges.
New Waikato Rugby chief executive wants to build on 'rich legacy'
The board received over 40 applications from New Zealand and Australia.