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Witnesses sought in fatal accident of Steven Cranston on State Highway 23
Police enquiries into the death are ongoing.
One dead in three-vehicle state highway crash
Police report one fatality and three people seriously injured as SH5 smash shuts road.
Peter Nation steps down as chief executive of New Zealand National Fieldays Society
Peter Nation praised for building key relationships and a solid foundation.
Waikato Paralympians shine with four medals at Paris 2024 Summer Games
Waikato Paralympians won four of New Zealand's nine medals at the Paris 2024 Games.
Outgoing chief executive reflects on 30 years at council
Outgoing Hauraki District Council boss reflects on 30 years of service.
Police searching for white T-shirt, track pants in child homicide investigation
This is the second appeal police have made to residents of the neighbourhood.
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
'It was retaliation': Brother allegedly killed in armed Mongrel Mob hit
Mitchell Te Kani was struck in the head with a crowbar. Now 10 people are on trial.
'Astounded': Drink-driver allegedly caught twice in four hours
'It’s extremely concerning that people are continuing to make reckless decisions.'
'Massive blow': Hundreds of jobs lost as Winstone shuts mills
One of the central North Island's biggest employers has made the call to shut two mills.
Bird haven provides perfect backdrop for a Monday walk
Exploring behind the predator-proof fence.
Child dies in Waikato driveway incident
Emergency services were not able to revive the child.
Hamilton Boys' High claims title at 2024 New Zealand secondary school lacrosse event
Te Awamutu hosted the 2024 NZ Secondary School Lacrosse Tournament with great success.
'Bring back Fozzie': Waikato farmer puts a plea in a paddock
The All Blacks third loss under new coach is met with 'Fozzie' logic from Waikato fan.
Huge motorhome and caravan event set to park up at Mystery Creek
The motorhome community will be treated to a huge array of the latest gadgets.
'You're not alone': On a mission to help women through menopause
'That tells you that right at the age when you could become a CEO women are dropping out.'
Orange river caused by 128-year-old mine shaft
Warnings still in place on Ōhinemuri River with high arsenic levels in sediment.
‘Was he looking for help?’: Man killed on Raglan road acting out of character
Steven Cranston died when he was hit by a car while walking his dog.
'Hideously traumatic': Man's battle to bury wife
Widower says there is no excuse for the way council staff handled the matter.
Hamilton still to decide on regional water entity
Councils managing their own water entities is not considered viable.
Daffodil Day a 25-year tradition
Waikato residents rally behind Daffodil Day in a bid to help support rising cancer cases.
‘He can play, can’t he?’: Is Sititi the All Blacks’ answer at No 6?
The All Blacks’ youngest squad member showed he can cut it against the best.
WorkSafe opens investigation into child's death after quad bike accident
WorkSafe were advised and inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Did material from lake-making Taupō ‘super-eruption’ reach Australia?
Discovery in Australia has scientists pointing to prehistoric super-eruption at Taupō.
Waikato electrician's descent into child exploitation
Authorities identified one of Daniel Raynes' victims as a 10-year-old girl in America.
'He's done it again': Anger as crash victims learn driver has now killed another person
1982 crash victim's sister: “It’s just like, ‘you bastard, you brought it all up again’.
From Wales to NZ: A well-travelled tractor called Wombat
Transporting Wombat from Carmarthenshire was 'quite a mission' for Peter Rogers.
'Would be playing with his cousins': Family files complaint against police after alleged murder of 8-year-old
Police also notified the IPCA the alleged killer was trespassed on the day of the murder.
'Seismic shift' in average age of population raises questions
Thames-Coromandel's ageing population highlights what's in store for the rest of NZ.
Aunty of driver blames police for lack of action before dog walker killed on SH23
Woman says the vehicles of interest never left the accident scene.
'What a waste of my life': Gang member says he's ready to change after kidnapping mate
Tane Milne wants to be a role model and show 'the young fullas this ain’t the life'.
Person injured after being trapped in machinery at Waikato animal feed plant
One ambulance crew responded and treated a patient with minor injuries at the scene.
Pure Tūroa celebrates ‘electric’ first season
Major change has already been made to the ski field, with new events planned for summer.