Roll up your leaves: Waikato trees to be vaccinated
The fatal Dutch elm disease was discovered in the region in February.
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‘We pulled out all the stops’: Rampant power costs crush hope for Ruapehu mills
Chief executive Mike Ryan said rapidly increasing energy prices were unsustainable.
Taupō foodie releases cookbook with Kiwi classic inspired dishes
At 21, Olivia Moore has released her first recipe book.
Koroneihana: 'We need to focus on getting in the waka and working together'
King Tūheitia uses his coronation celebrations to call New Zealanders as one.
Waikato hounds make nationwide Top Dog finals
The 2024 competition raises money for NZ mental health and dog-related charities.
The Country Fast Five: Meet farmer and Restore Native founder Adam Thompson
The Country has five questions to help you get to know rural New Zealand a little better.
'I live in constant fear of death': Fatal crash victim's sister describes ongoing trauma
The repeat drink-driver who killed her brother has now been sent to jail.
Man jailed for violence against toddler who suffered injuries 'worse than some fatalities'
'It’s pure luck and good fortune that (she) was able to survive the multiple attacks'.
Motorist cut free from vehicle after crashing down bank
Fire crews spent 40 minutes extracting the trapped motorist.
Recipe: Smoked Trout and Potato Cakes
Looking for a use for all those trout you've hauled up? Try these fish cakes.
Special Olympics TA's Ella Yarndley graduates from leadership programme
Te Awamutu resident graduates from Special Olympics NZ Athlete Leadership Programme.
Pacific leaders pay historic tribute to Kiingitanga movement
Over 300 leaders representing nations in the Pacific paid tribute to Kiingi Tuuheitia,
'Much needed' new radiology clinic opens in Tauranga
Bay cancer patients will be able to get scans locally.
Man dead after police chase near Rotorua
Road spikes were deployed to stop the fleeing vehicle.
Spot on millionaire's row for sale for $70,000
Taupō property comes with access to heated pool, sauna and gym, but there's a catch.
Ruapehu businesses need more snow to boost ski season
'Mother Nature hasn’t come to the party.'
It's official - this tiny town makes the best toasties in NZ
The region has secured the hotly contested Great NZ Toastie Takeover competition (again).
‘Bombshell’: Devastation as mills announce permanent closure
Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton says he is deeply concerned for local communities.
'I'm sick of everyone thinking I'm a murderer': Teen stepmum accused of killing toddler
The Crown alleges Jessica Mulford stomped on toddler Harlee-Rose.
NZ’s youngest MP ‘surprised’ to make preferred PM list
"The thought of being Prime Minister has not crossed my mind."
Monthly breakfast and cruise hits the right note
Te Awamutu Rod & Custom Club run inaugural breakfast and mystery run.
Taupō tourism agency tightens its belt as budget cuts bite
Tourism is worth hundreds of millions of dollars to the Taupō economy.
Ātiamuri dairy farmers start from scratch
The re-establishment of Paul and Lesley Grey’s herd began in 2020.
Vessel salvaged after running aground on Coromandel beach
Maritime NZ confirmed it is investigating after fishing boat beached in the Coromandel.
'Hugely beneficial': Scholarship recipient encourages others to apply
A previous recipient encouraged people wanting to be advisers to apply.
Samipeni Finau re-signs with Gallagher Chiefs and NZ Rugby until 2026
Chiefs coach McMillan says he is 'excited to be part of the journey'.
Waikato suffers first loss in Farah Palmer Cup against Canterbury
Waikato missed a last-minute chance to win, with Canterbury holding on for a 10-7 triumph.
Minister rejects call for exemption over Māori ward poll
Ruapehu and South Taranaki district councils will now be required to hold referendums.
Waikato secure first 2024 NPC win with 26-20 over Counties Manukau
Senita Lauaki shines on debut as Waikato edge past Counties Manukau.
Pāuanui prepares to paint the town pink
Pāuanui is preparing to paint the town 'pink' with a fundraising effort for breast cancer.
Waipā Networks Winter Warmer packs helping the community
Businesses backing Waipā Networks Winter Warmer initiative to help whānau in tough times.
Coromandel on screen at new film festival
Coromandel will hit the big screen at an upcoming film festival.
Desert Rd reopens as polar vortex clips NZ
'Yo-yo weather': A spell of calmer weather is forecast midweek.
Caring Auckland buyer picks up elderly couple’s storm-damaged home
He made an offer within 24 hours of seeing it.