Man who died in Whangamatā crash named
A vehicle went into a creek in Port Rd in Whangamatā.
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Maori wrestler aiming to soar in upcoming showcase
Te Raukura Hawke aims to be the first Maori to win the Warrior Wrestling title.
Research to reveal effect of climate change on the Waikato River
The Waikato River supplies drinking water to around one-third of New Zealand’s population.
'We stand to lose so much': Rural delivery driver in contract spat with NZ Post
Ian and Danielle Kennedy are trying to stop the termination of their NZ Post contract.
Government gives Ruapehu Alpine Lifts another bailout
It is the fourth multimillion-dollar bailout since November last year.
Horror holiday in Fiji after Kiwi snorkeler's head sliced open by boat propeller
Eketone, 42, was on 'much-needed break' abroad when propeller sliced his arteries, skull.
Land Wars Museum now expected to cost $33 million
Land Wars Museum planned for Te Awamutu has almost tripled in cost since planning began.
Waikato Regional Council addresses climate concerns
A new climate action roadmap has been adopted by the Waikato Regional Council.
Champion mountainbiker nabs another victory
Taupō mountainbiker Sammie Maxwell wins in first appearance for new team.
Sweet, zingy salad a guaranteed show-stopper
Try this bright and playful salad dish for something a bit different.
NRL dream comes true for Waikato woman
A young Waikato rugby league player is quickly rising up the women's ranks of NRL.
Traditional instruments used to create ‘Soundscape Aotearoa’
Dr Nichola Voice has joined a growing number of musicians incorporating taonga puoro.
Concerns for tramper after pack found
Police are seeking the owner of a pack left behind in a tramping hut.
Early election voting begins today: Everything you need to know
The advance voting period for the 2023 election starts today.
Waikato DairyNZ Farmwatch for week ending September 29
Waikato farm data for the week ending Friday, September 29.
Silver Ferns edge England to retain Taini Jamison Trophy
Amelia Walmsley shot 40 goals from 44 attempts for the Ferns in just her second test.
Black Ferns' attack fires in big win over Australia
It didn’t take long for the home side to ask big questions of their rival's defence.
Fight over fake tiny home heats up and heads to court
Hearing to determine what can be built on the tricky site is delayed again.
Police investigate after invasion of Te Pāti Māori candidate's home
Te Pāti Māori said this was the third incident at Maipi-Clarke’s home this week.
Te Pāti Māori candidate victim of home invasion, receives threatening letter
The issue of race is heating up on the campaign trail with two weeks left to go.
Un-bee-lievable: Honey Hive's Taupō mascot rolled by car-jackers
Huka Honey Hive's familiar Bee Dub is the victim of some very bad bee-haviour.
'Callous': Child witnessed man's horrific attack on mother
She was kicked to the point of unconsciousness and then punched so hard it broke her nose.
Medieval castle in the middle of the Waikato sells for $1.35m
New owners are excited about their adventure house.
'Particularly sinister': Mongrel Mob stole vehicles, tried to sell them back to victims
In one case, a victim was ordered to sign a statement saying their vehicle was not stolen.
Major Hamilton intersection project set to open
The long-awaited improvements to Cobham Dr-Cambridge Rd junction are set to open.
Traffic delays expected as farmer protest rolls through town
Protesting farmers are taking their rural vehicles to the big smoke once again.
Lots of roadworks planned for Waikato highways over the next month
Waikato's roads have been under the weather lately, delaying some works.
Council signs off $100 million civic project
Waikato Regional Council granted consent, officially green-lighting the $100m build.
College rugby in good stead
Plenty of representatives coming out of Te Awamutu College Rugby Club this year.
Mastering the 'punk rock' of bike racing
It's fast, it's difficult and it's pretty new to NZ. But what is cyclocross?
White Chapel Jak to open Hamilton's Summer Concert
White Chapel Jak to open Hamilton Summer Concert.
'Damaging' wind gusts tipped to blast Auckland, Coromandel this weekend
This is just the start of a wild few weeks according to forecasters.
Emergency services respond to death at Hahei restaurant
The death is not being treated as suspicious.
‘Can you guys help me’: Details of violent kidnapping from bottle store revealed
The violent attack played out in front of bottle store staff and was caught on CCTV.