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Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch for week ending December 8
Waikato farm data for the week ending Friday, December 8.
Police 'alarmed' after baby found in teens' impounded car at Waikato street-racing event
Police found baby in a car at street racer event where over 200 infringements were given.
Twelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racing
Two people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.
Sold in three days! First home buyers fighting it out for cheapest houses
Agents say FOMO is on the rise in Hamilton.
'The Hickey Tour': Farmer hitchhiking Auckland to Christchurch for The Big Feed
Colin Hickey's a bit nervous about his journey but "making it work is part of the fun".
'Serious injuries': Four-vehicle crash in Waikato
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
'Fantastic news': Mum cancer-free after international medical trial
Hamilton woman Lisa Martin was among those whose aggressive cancer was eliminated.
Simple Minds frontman Jim Kerr looking forward to NZ tour
Kerr is aware touring is finite but says he still loves hitting the road.
Social supermarket to provide low cost food
Food and grocery products will be offered at low or no cost, using a points system.
'Goldilocks of New Zealand': Hamilton MP showcases his electorate
The new MP presented his maiden statement in Parliament yesterday.
Tributes flow as high school closes
After almost six decades of education, the Waikato secondary school has closed.
'Thought-provoking' Hamilton Arts Festival programme released
The 2024 festival will run from February 23 to March 3.
'Now the hard work begins' says Port Waikato MP
The Electoral Commission just released the official results.
Mass rescue on Waikato River: Why police are warning about river floats
Police offer some tough love for summer after near-tragedy this week.
'Well deserved': The Gone scoops up five NZ Television Awards
Parts of the series were filmed in the Waikato.
Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' wedding date revealed
The Zuru co-founder and former All Black will tie the knot in 2024.
Herald's Our Heroes 2023 - the Kiwis who made a difference
Who will take out the top honours in news, sport, business and entertainment?
Ironman 70.3 returns to Taupō
This Saturday, competitors will descend on Taupō for its first half ironman since 2019.
'He was hunting for children': Sex offender caught trying to lure girls into car
He used promises of cash to get them into his vehicle. Two fought against him and escaped.
Finish line looms for bridge to reconnect Coromandel
SH25A to reopen three months ahead of schedule and bring communities back together.
Paralytic shellfish toxins warning in Waikato
Affected areas include south of Raglan down to Kawhia and Aotea harbours.
Project to repurpose site for community wins reprieve
Te Awamutu Business Chamber's plans for Holmes Garage have been given another chance.
Santa Parade: Te Awamutu turns out in force
The Rotary Club's Christmas Parade was well supported despite threatening weather.
Hamilton teens get some mana with their manus
Hamilton City Council aims to build safety awareness for swimming in the Waikato River.
Two Hamilton schools to be replaced by one
Melville High and Melville Intermediate to be replaced by one college.
‘The night you tried to kill me’: Woman stabbed with pitchfork at home confronts attacker
During the attack, Shae Dobbs went looking for petrol to 'burn' his victim.
Lotto luck for Hamilton player
The lucky Waikato punter was one of 13 second division winners.
Two days after killing a man and dumping his body, the murderer stormed a pub
But despite carrying out the robbery, he won't have to serve any more jail time.
Colin proves old adage: You never forget how to ride a bike
Colin Williamson, 88, has tackled Otago Rail Trail and is ready for the next challenge.
'Appetite not there': What next for $37m spa plans?
The potential new development was first explored in 2019.
Changing dog rules and water supply upgrades — Here's what's been happening in the region
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Te Awamutu pitches itself as an easy base for great holidays
Te Awamutu is making a bid for a bigger slice of the tourism market.
'Imagine the reaction with their town being called poo': Pōkeno residents protest spelling change
Waikato Council chooses to respect mana whenua over Pōkeno name change.