‘No longer trust anyone’: Rest home carer tried to swindle $10k from resident, spent $2k on victims’ debit cards
An 89-year-old victim was in hospital when she had cash, a card stolen and used.
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One dead and another badly hurt in Waikato crash
One driver died at the scene and a person in the other car is in hospital.
Iwi and Crown join forces to address housing crisis with new rental complex
The initiative is a response to the housing crises facing iwi.
Rototuna Library welcomes bookworms of all ages
Hamilton's newest library opened today with a few special features.
Aspiring chef aces team challenge by herself
Wintec culinary student Lara Cole turned up the heat at the recent Waikato Culinary Fare.
Giving pre-loved clothing a new home again and again
Local consignment store owner Jahdiel Mason champions sustainability.
Taupō powers up for Geothermal Week
Taupō hosts geothermal leaders next week, as the producer of nearly 20pc of NZ's power.
Coromandel storm: Paediatric occupational therapist has to reshedule all appointments
102mm of rain has fallen in eight hours with more to come.
Hamilton catches Fifa fever: Copper Queens spread good vibes
Local kids were in for a treat during a special meet and greet on Monday.
Plenty to say on Kihikihi streets
Waipā District Council have proposed several no exit streets in Kihikihi.
Heavy rain warning and strong wind watch issued for Coromandel
MetService has upgraded the forecast to orange for Coromandel.
Folk duo Looking for Alaska to play in Thames
Looking for Alaska is a folk-pop duo from Hamilton.
Kākāpō wild in Waikato for first time in 60 years
Four of the world's rarest flightless parrots have been rehomed on mainland New Zealand.
New single for 'super-proud' Tūrangi singer
It's a family affair for Tūrangi-born Jackson Owens' new single with his brother.
'Who will inherit?': How to keep Kiwi farms in the family
Ageing Kiwi farmers risk losing their farms because they don't have a succession plan.
‘Museum’ retains gold standard
Although changes have been made to the way 'museum' works, Qualmark recognition remains.
'I blame myself': Mother of newborn killed in dog attack speaks
Max Mitchell-Clifford was the registered owner of the dog that killed the baby in 2020.
Morry Thou packs a ‘Punch’
Educator, artist and filmmaker Dr Welby Ings turns his hand to auto restoration.
Sepuloni visits Thames, announces recovery plan to future-proof weather-impacted regions
Carmel Sepuloni announced the Government’s $30 million North Island Weather Response.
Countdown supermarkets rebranding to Woolworths
Countdown supermarkets rebranding back to Woolworths just 12 years after changing.
Te Awamutu Sports have new Waikato rep
Winger Cody Nordstrom has been named for a potential debut this season.
Don’t leave home till you’ve seen the outskirts
Taupō's Monday Walkers explore 15km along the eastern fringes of town.
Heavy rain watch issued for Coromandel
A front is expected to move southwards over northern New Zealand.
What's been happening in the region this week
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
‘Terrifying habit’: Judge slams Mob gang associate whose 4yo barks like a dog
The thief was given a chance to clean up his act for the sake of his daughter.
Farming for the Future: Female network thinks ahead
The Dairy Women’s Network runs a special programme to empower farmers about the future.
'Ruff him up': Man videoed naked, tied-up kidnap victim on roadside
The man wasn't a part of the assault on the victim, but he did help kidnap him.
Five arrested after car spiked, police dog bites youth
The youths allegedly fled on foot after the car was spiked
Te Awamutu Brass marching to success
A return to full-on band competitions for Te Awamutu Brass.
Rugby: 2023 National Provincial Championship, Waikato squad announced
Four make debut, with Johnstone and Jacobson back as co-captains
DNA shows Waikato River pest clam hasn't spread
The freshwater gold clam can clog up waterways, irrigation pipes and stock water troughs.
Plastic pollution in NZ lakes comparable with Europe and US
‘Disappointing’ result for a country with a low population density.
The Pā opens as safe haven for all students
University of Waikato just opened the $85 million development.
'Disgraceful piece of driving': Man flees at more than 200km/h with baby, partner in car
Tiyrone Ballantine weaved in and out of cars on the Waikato Expressway to avoid police.