Waikato gets new police officers for Christmas
New constable Keegan Cassidy will be on the beat in Matamata this Christmas.
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77-year-old Hamilton woman missing after visiting cemetery found safe and well
Police said Karen was last seen at the Newstead Cemetery at approximately 11am yesterday.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in April 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Waikato walks: Waihī's five best family tramps
Stretch the legs with the whānau in Waihī with one of these five, family-approved walks.
What Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?
The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.
EV buses and more trips for Waipā buses in 2024
Waipā commuters making good use of bus services; driving growth.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in March 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Christmas Day flood threat, severe thunderstorm alert for top half of North Island
Electrical storms are set to lash northern regions between 1pm and 10pm.
World cup's welcome boost to national and regional economies
New Zealand got an economic return $109.5 million from the Women's Football World Cup.
'This new heart is the best Christmas present ever' - 6-year-old gets heart transplant
Chase Porter nearly died multiple times waiting for a heart transplant.
Le Currents 2023 rolls with venue, headliner change
Taupō's newest music festival is back in a bigger venue, with a new headliner.
Kāwhia Rugby Sub-Union: Photos, information about disbanded group sought
West Coast clubs formed Kāwhia District Rugby Football Sub-Union between 1920-1961.
On the naughty list? Large swathes of the country set for a wet Christmas, rain warnings issued
Many usually sunny spots are in for a wet Christmas.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
'Give something back': Man volunteers to milk cows this Xmas to give farmers a break
Ryan West continues his family tradition of milking the cows before opening the presents.
Unique fundraiser requires a marathon of golf
Almost $250,000 has been raised nationwide so far.
Big planting programme planned in South Waikato
DairyNZ, iwi and farmers are helping to improve waterway health in Pōkaiwhenua.
Farm trust connects to the land through regenerative-based trial
“If we aren’t restoring the land, we aren’t restoring ourselves."
Christmas traffic: Two dead after three crashes in an hour
There have been two crashes in the North Island and one in the South.
Hamergency: Batches of Christmas ham recalled due to food safety concerns
Several batches of ham have been recalled, just before Christmas lunch.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in January 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
Diver hospitalised after being ‘pummelled’ by waves at Port Waikato
The diver was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.
Waikato Hospital provides hope to those in ICU
The wall features the stories of former patients.
‘Usually their boats are worth more than their houses’: $5.8m canal front property nets Whitianga record
Whitianga's most expensive sale for 2023 was sold in an off-market deal.
Man found dead in Hamilton home: Police appeal for information
There was a fight at the address before the man was found dead, police say.
Joy to the Waikato, the roadworks cease
NZ Transport Agency provides a few tips to aid smooth travel this summer.
Hauraki Coromandel’s year in review
Coromandel retailers and tourist operators are gleefully welcoming summer visitors.
Causes of Hamilton industrial building fires revealed
Two large fires in Te Rapa, Hamilton, happened within four days of each other.
Police frustrated by death toll on roads
Police plead with drivers to take extra care ahead of holidays following a tragic weekend.
Local news in brief
What's been happening in Waikato from new holiday programmes to new EV charging stations.
Walking, cycling and public transport just got a little easier in Cambridge
Improvements will create seamless link between new developments and rest of Cambridge.
200 more hospital ED security guards to counter 'unacceptable' violence
The Health Minister says we're on track to record 5000 assaults in EDs across NZ.
Borrow-a-cup scheme now part of Hamilton cafe culture
Single use coffee cups are being replaced by borrowed reusable ones.
'We’re bummed': Local shows impacted by Sublime with Rome postponements
The band is set to part ways next year.