Waikato HeraldCop who cheated death on the front line now faces biggest fight of his lifeA police officer is having to self-fund treatment for multiple myeloma.31 Jan 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWaikato pretty 'choice' place, new competition showsPeople vote for choicest suburb, playground, bush, dairy, toilet, landmark and legend.31 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDogs stuck on river sandbank saved by eagle-eyed local and waka ama crewThe wandering dogs probably ran from attacking wasps to become stranded. 31 Jan 04:07 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice continue search for missing owner of burned-out vehicleTravis, 24, was last seen on January 17. Police found his vehicle burnt out in Ngāroma.31 Jan 12:51 AM
Waikato Herald‘That was a big one’: More than 50 quakes recorded in TaupōAccording to GeoNet the earthquakes recorded peaked at 3.4 in magnitude.31 Jan 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldSeeds of hope: Globally rare habitat shows signs of recovery after 1000ha blazeThe October fire released about $9.6m worth of carbon into the atmosphere.30 Jan 11:18 PM
Waikato HeraldSH27 Waharoa Rd to be closed for four weeksThe works are a part of the Government’s $2 billion investment.30 Jan 11:03 PM
Waikato Herald‘Freddy the frog’ feature of minister’s mining strategyShane Jones wants to start a conversation about mining on conservation land.30 Jan 09:15 PM
Waikato Herald$3 billion by 2035 - Shane Jones lays out mining planA protest was organised for outside the mine this morning.30 Jan 09:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Round and round': One letter sent six times but never receivedRobyn Bronlund-Stads sends mail to the same address monthly. She knows it's correct.30 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald‘She said ’yes': Man acquitted of filming Tinder date during consensual sexBut, he was found guilty of showing the video to a mutual friend.30 Jan 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldGreen MP apologises for not wearing seatbeltBenjamin Doyle didn't wear a seatbelt in a cab on Thursday.30 Jan 01:49 AM
Waikato HeraldHunter-turned-Army recruit recognised as top shotLuke Hartnell recently completed a New Zealand Army Reserve Force recruit course.29 Jan 09:11 PM
Waikato HeraldJoy of Waikato orca sightings dampened by concerning behaviourThere were several orca sightings in the Waikato this month.29 Jan 06:00 PM
BusinessWork to start on NZ's biggest solar farm in 2025It would create enough power to supply the equivalent of about 35,000 homes.29 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTruck roll in Waikato dislodges powerline, SH30 in Benneydale blockedThe road is expected to be blocked for the next one to two hours.29 Jan 02:55 AM
Waikato HeraldSearch resumes for person seen struggling in Waikato River near CambridgeAt this stage, it is unconfirmed how the person came to be in the river.29 Jan 01:45 AM
Waikato HeraldThe 38 roads where speed limits will be increasedThe changes will take effect by July 1.29 Jan 12:51 AM
Waikato HeraldMaritime NZ to investigate fatal jetski incidentIt comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.28 Jan 11:51 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Huia train services ditches Papakura stopTe Huia will stop at Papakura for the last time on Saturday, February 8.28 Jan 11:15 PM
Waikato Herald'Not sustainable': Tauranga worker would earn extra $30k for same job in Hamilton'We do the same job as the Te Whatu Ora labs, but we’re paid significantly less.'28 Jan 09:08 PM
SportThe remarkable journey from $20k broodmare to $1.1m yearling starThe filly is a full-sister to multiple Group 1 winner Prowess.28 Jan 04:20 PM
Waikato Herald‘I’m so broken’: Family’s grief after car crashes into Fonterra truck, killing young coupleThe man has pleaded not guilty and will keep his name a secret for now.28 Jan 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice searching for wanted man, Daaron Wilson, in Hamilton and Huntly areasPolice believe he is in the Huntly or Hamilton area.28 Jan 02:17 AM
Waikato HeraldFour people flown to hospital by helicopter after Napier-Taupō Rd crashThree rescue helicopters, one each from Taupō, Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne, responded.27 Jan 07:30 PM
Waikato Herald'More than mining': student showcases Waihi's history aside from gold'A lot of students my age take this place for granted and can’t wait to move away.'27 Jan 06:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Wanted for years': Australian child physical therapy service to open NZ clinic'Hundreds' of NZ families have travelled to Australia for intensive therapy.27 Jan 04:03 PM
LifestyleSummer Concert Tour shines through storms in CoromandelCold Chisel, Icehouse, Bic Runga, and Everclear played in Whitianga on the weekend.27 Jan 12:52 AM
Waikato Herald'Freaking amazing': Desert Road closure brings boom to small townOhakune businesses have thrived since the two-month closure began.26 Jan 05:50 AM
Waikato Herald'Miracle': Child abuse prevention programme expands after funding boostThe Wright Family Foundation will fund Tautoko Mai for the next three years.25 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldAlexia Phillips to attempt shearing world recordWorld Sheep Shearing Records Society confirmed Alexia Phillips’ February bid this week.25 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWatch: ‘Unforgettable’ - orca pod stuns surfers with close encounter'Time just froze as it glided past. You can’t explain the feeling.'25 Jan 04:32 AM
Waikato Herald‘Nobody followed through’: Mum’s fight for justice after dog attack on young daughterThe owner was banned from owning dogs for five years after the attack.24 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldShootings, fires, and more: Alarming rise in cruel acts against protected birdsNineteen incidents were recorded nationwide in the past three months.24 Jan 04:00 PM
