Mystery solved! Cause of bright orange river at Karangahake Gorge revealed
Sediment from an old mine is confirmed as the cause of the Ōhinemuri River's unusual hue.
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Coromandel ponders problem of shrinking, ageing workforce
Thames-Coromandel population growth driven by older migrants and projected to stall.
Serious two-vehicle crash closes road in North Island
Emergency services were called to the accident scene just after 9.30am today.
‘Toxic culture’: St Peter’s School head goes on extended leave
Marcus Blackburn will be off work until mid-October.
'A horrific childhood': The story of toil and triumph on the road to the 2024 Paralympics
Kiwi paralympians' struggle to qualify for Paris is captured in a gripping documentary.
Temperatures up to 20C but rain and 'wall of westerly' winds expected
NZ's mixed bag of weather is expected to start with rain and showers this weekend.
Grandfather found dead in the Waikato River - family say police should have done more
Norman Hyslop's body was eventually found by a member of the public.
'Do not enter the water': River turns bright orange
People are urged to treat the Ohinemuri River water as contaminated.
Man screamed 'I'll run you over b****' as he drove towards his ex-partner
But a judge has given Legion Turner a chance, saying 'you let me down, you go to prison'.
Tears as jury finds teen stepmum killed toddler Harlee-Rose
The Crown said Jessica Mulford was resentful about caring for 2-year-old Harlee-Rose.
Jury out in trial of former political figure accused of historical abuse
The former political figure is accused of sexually abusing two teenage boys.
'Hot' home-baker gets $1.76m for house with NZ's 'sexiest kitchen'
Agent found herself demonstrating all its features during open homes.
Emergency services respond to Hamilton house fire
Nobody was home at the time of the fire.
Thames-Coromandel reaffirms Māori wards support
'Supporting the establishment of a Māori ward or wards takes nothing away from Pākehā.'
Three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu
A serious three-vehicle accident in Te Awamutu has left one person in critical condition. Video / Jesse Wood
One person in critical condition after three-vehicle crash in Te Awamutu
Emergency services are attending a serious three-car crash in central Te Awamutu.
Wilding pines to be removed from Hauturu Motu/Clark Island in Whangamatā
Wilding pines scattered across an island off the coast of Whangamatā will get the chop.
Median barrier work to cease on SH2
Residents have been protesting the barriers for several months.
Formal welcome for new top cop
Superintendent Dion Bennett is the new district commander for Central District.
Wheelchair rugby nationals in Te Awamutu: Four regions vie for glory
Four regions will compete for pride at the Low Point Wheelchair Rugby Championships.
'I can float': School missed 'red flag' in drowned student's swimming form
A coroner has found closer supervision of Jaden Chhayrann should have taken place.
Atamira Dance Company and concerts - here's what's on in the Waikato
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Dog's life saved thanks to 12k social media followers
The paralysed pooch was diagnosed with help from his fans.
Mayors 'cautiously optimistic' about keeping mills from closing
The Government has invited the mayors to work with WPI on possible solutions.
Te Arawhata: NZ’s Liberation Museum in France receives boost but needs more support
Kiwi philanthropist Andrew Barnes kicks in $50k and will match other donations.
Māori health providers deliver 33,330 vaccinations, surpassing Government’s 10,000 goal
A $50m investment has surpassed expectations.
Local iwi calls on the Government to save 230 mill jobs
Ngāti Rangi says mana whenua will be most affected by closure.
Top riders to compete at Taupō's 50th anniversary MX Fest extravaganza
Top riders to compete at Taupō's MX Fest, October 25-27, celebrating decades of motocross
‘We’re not KPIs’: Pasifika and Māori hit back at PM’s speech
Christopher Luxon delivered a clear-cut message for councils.
Defence say dad's 'magic carpet ride' caused Waikato toddler's fatal injuries
But, the Crown says it was Harlee-Rose's stepmum who snapped and killed the 2-year-old.
New member inducted into touch rugby's Hall of Fame
George Jahnke, 50, has been involved in eight World Cups and played 96 games for NZ.
Thames Valley rugby great Ray Wells remembered after passing at 86
Ray Wells played in the famous 1962 team that beat Australia.
Electricity supply crisis: What you need to know
New Zealand is heading towards a crunch in electricity generation.