Waikato HeraldSeaweed to gold: Inside NZ’s nanocellulose breakthroughThe biorefinery can produce up to 1600kg of nanocellulose hydrogel weekly.13 Jan 02:47 AM
Waikato HeraldTwo bodies found in Waikato River from separate water related incidents Missing man Aydan Brown, 39, was last seen in Chartwell in August.12 Jan 11:08 PM
Waikato HeraldWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River searchA police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.12 Jan 12:05 AM
BusinessTeacher turns lockdown hobby into new distillery business 'The environment has played a key role in what we’re about.'11 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Sheer terror': Armed group storm teens' flat, rob them at knifepointThe victims were herded into a room where they were threatened and assaulted. 11 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldEast Coast v West Coast - Coromandel's battle of the bachesThe big split in the holiday peninsula’s property market.11 Jan 07:03 AM
Waikato HeraldNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
Waikato HeraldDeadly day on the water sparks urgent summer safety warningTwo people died in separate water incidents across New Zealand yesterday.11 Jan 01:19 AM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldElite private school taught Tom Phillips bushcraft, shooting skillsThe future fugitive trained in bushcraft, survival, and firearms at posh private school10 Jan 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSearch for missing swimmer continues after deadly day in waterThe swimmer was seen struggling in the Waikato River near Graham Island.10 Jan 07:02 PM
Waikato HeraldFarmer’s rare 1939 Ford truck finds new life in 'man shed'The 3-tonne 1939 Ford flathead V8 was imported from the United States.10 Jan 04:03 PM
Sport'Couldn't quite believe it': Athletics prodigy Sam Ruthe helps visually impaired boy smash PBRuthe had planned to attend the event to meet athletes, but instead took to the track.10 Jan 03:44 AM
Waikato HeraldTwo dead, one missing after water tragedies in Canterbury, Bay of Plenty and WaikatoAnother person suffered critical injuries after a water incident at Mahurangi East.10 Jan 02:42 AM
Waikato HeraldHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire dangerThe MetService-issued heat alerts include several holiday hot spots.10 Jan 12:26 AM
Waikato HeraldSummer bach rush: Old-school beach escape for $220,000, but there's a catchFlood of holiday homes hit the market.09 Jan 05:55 PM
Waikato Herald'Gutted': $1 reserve beach 'shed' for sale again after buyer defaultsSale falls through just before Christmas.09 Jan 07:01 AM
Waikato HeraldOrca swim within arm's reach of Kiwi diver in 'insane' close encounterDiver Jordy Bardin shared the close encounter with her 18,000 online followers.09 Jan 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWarm, wet summer: Climate outlook warns of hotter, muggier months aheadAn Earth Sciences meteorologist said there may be 'a lack of relief from the heat'.09 Jan 12:33 AM
Waikato HeraldMan found dead on Coromandel beach named as 43-year-old from AucklandSuy Lao went missing while rock fishing near the Waikawau boat ramp on December 22.08 Jan 08:41 PM
Waikato Herald'Tears and laughter': Hamilton couple win $1m on Lotto after cancer shockThe pair had played the same Lotto numbers for 35 years.08 Jan 03:29 AM
Waikato Herald'Extreme fire danger' as 37C scorcher looms, alerts issued for hot spotsForecasts of 30C+ in multiple centres will see a scorching end to this week. 07 Jan 10:16 PM
Waikato HeraldSeventh road death of 2026 after rural crash north of AucklandThe crash closed Pine Valley Rd for several hours yesterday and left one other injured.07 Jan 07:25 PM
Waikato HeraldDairy expo returns to Bedford Park in FebruaryThe two-day expo runs at Bedford Park, Matamata, on February 18 and 19.07 Jan 04:03 PM
Waikato Herald'If there is no hunting pressure': Wild pigs push farm damage and TB fearsOspri has tested 99,641 cattle and deer for TB in the region since February.07 Jan 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTowel shortage leaves elderly Waikato Hospital patients unable to showerWhānau worry patients without visitors may go days without a proper wash.07 Jan 03:33 AM
Waikato HeraldPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
Waikato HeraldGreat white hopes: Tagging project back under way as sharks return to BayPublic donors can name and follow tagged sharks via the Great White App.06 Jan 11:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Screaming for help near rocks': Lifeguards race to save trio at Tairua BeachOne person was flown to hospital by helicopter, while two went by road.06 Jan 07:57 PM
LifestyleBig year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packedOn January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.06 Jan 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldJailed rapist 'swallowed razor blade' when told he had to change prison unitsKane Dawson was then charged after he refused to hand over the blade.06 Jan 06:30 AM
Waikato HeraldNew speed zones proposed for key highwaysSpeeds at these seven rural intersections would drop from 100km/h to 60km/h.06 Jan 05:03 AM
Waikato HeraldLifeguards issue warning after multiple rescues over busy weekendEastern region lifeguards have carried out 144 rescues this summer.06 Jan 03:06 AM
Waikato HeraldCyclist back on the bike 27 days after serious Taupō Enduro crashThe experienced rider says he was clipped by a passing ute about 200km into the race.05 Jan 11:27 PM
