LifestyleNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRich-lister’s exclusive lakefront home hits the market for well over $5mPrestigious estate belonged to the late philanthropist Richard Izard.30 Dec 07:55 AM
Waikato Herald'Heroes': Inside the 12-hour rescue effort to save elderly man from bushThe man was carried out 'taco style' on a stretcher in heavy rain.30 Dec 04:30 AM
Waikato HeraldHoliday highway delays: Queues northbound as New Year drivers hit the roadNZTA warns SH1 northbound from Wayby to Te Hana is heavily congested.30 Dec 02:59 AM
Lifestyle'Beyond grateful': Former All Black shares fresh baby news after heartacheLiam Messam says the baby with partner Monique Corbett is due in June next year.30 Dec 01:48 AM
Waikato Herald'Antisocial behaviour won’t be tolerated': Police warn Kinloch revellersAnyone breaching the Kinloch liquor ban risks a $250 instant fine or arrest.29 Dec 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Waikato HeraldFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
Waikato HeraldFamily's human heat circle saves life of lost elderly hiker wearing only shorts and singletThe 80-year-old tramper was found collapsed on the Kauaeranga Valley track.28 Dec 10:04 PM
Waikato Herald'Probably good to have a plan B': Last week of 2025 to be wet and wildHeavy rain is expected in holiday hotspots including Gisborne, Hawke's Bay and Coromandel.28 Dec 12:27 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: Snails, dinosaurs and weirdness – my review of 2025OPINION: A look at the odd, fun and joyful moments that made us proud to be Kiwi in 2025. 27 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain set to pummel New Year party hotspots and festival crowdsUp to 18,000 Rhythm and Vines campers face heavy rain and gales.27 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleSummer festival horror stories: Mud, lost keys and a tent infernoFrom Portaloo pitfalls to fiery infernos, these festivals really packed a punch. 27 Dec 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldNZ's surprising mortgage-free hot spots - and the suburbs drowning in debtThe postcodes where the majority of people own their homes outright.27 Dec 05:31 AM
Waikato HeraldRāhui enacted after death at Tongariro National Park The man became unresponsive while walking with others on the track.27 Dec 01:24 AM
Waikato HeraldDramatic rescue after sandbar flips fishing boatAll four wore lifejackets and Darren Teague carried two emergency beacons.27 Dec 01:21 AM
Waikato HeraldPerson seriously injured after assault in HamiltonPolice were called to Salmond St this morning.26 Dec 10:36 PM
Waikato HeraldBody found during search for missing jetskierThe man went missing on Christmas Day while jetskiing at Port Waikato.26 Dec 09:44 PM
Waikato HeraldThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
Waikato Herald'Thanks to everyone': Missing Taupō man found after police appealPolice say David may be confused and walks with a distinctive shuffle.26 Dec 12:29 AM
Waikato Herald5-year-old rescued, one still missing after Christmas Day jet ski incident at Port WaikatoA rāhui has been placed over Port Waikato and surrounding areas.25 Dec 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldHow to stay safe on Waikato River float with flows near extreme riskFlows above 140 cumecs on the river make the float trip more dangerous.25 Dec 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldCream spill slicks 10km stretch of Waikato highwayPolice were alerted just before 4am and crews are clearing the road.25 Dec 06:59 PM
SportWomen who owned 2025: Kiwi stars rewrite the record booksSammie Maxwell fought back from Olympic selection doubts to a historic MTB title.25 Dec 05:01 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islandsA heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.25 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldNZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'25 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Heartbreaking' hammer attack leaves $25k damage at Hamilton primary school Melville Primary School said 30 windows were smashed with hammers.25 Dec 03:16 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice and Eagle helicopter deployed to Coromandel property after Christmas Day threatPerson taken into custody after reports of threatening behaviour.25 Dec 02:44 AM
Waikato HeraldWoman freezes as plane clips fence, spins towards homes and ploughs into houseA pilot and passenger were able to get out of the wreck themselves despite being injured.25 Dec 01:17 AM
Waikato HeraldChristmas Eve double stabbing: Pair injured in Waikato town after late-night incidentPolice inquiries are ongoing after violence leaves two in hospital.24 Dec 11:31 PM
Waikato Herald'It just came for me': Holidaymaker fights off aggressive shark with paddleWhat appeared to be the same shark was later seen in shallow water near the shore.24 Dec 10:48 PM
Waikato HeraldAward-winning couple juggle family and farmingThis look into farming life with the Langfords was one of the most popular reads of 2025.24 Dec 04:01 PM
Waikato HeraldHealthcare upgrade: $75m Anglesea expansion aims to transform surgery in WaikatoThe $75m project will add four theatres and 24 orthopaedic beds by 2027.24 Dec 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice charge man with murder over 55-year-old's death in HamiltonResidents say they heard gunshots in a street they describe as usually quiet.24 Dec 04:11 AM
