Waikato HeraldDoC investigates after Tongariro shuttle operator allegedly puts hikers on track in dangerous weatherDoC said it will cancel concessions if operators 'knowingly and repeatedly' breach rules.11 Feb 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTeen skipper who survived boat fire given warning instead of fineThe 14-year-old skipper was operating the boat alone, despite an age ban.11 Feb 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldHelicopter and 28 firefighters battle landfill blaze near Waikato schoolNine fire trucks, including water tankers, are at the Tirohia blaze.11 Feb 12:46 AM
Waikato HeraldTwo youths charged with arson after ‘devastating’ blaze at Taupō college08 Feb 06:41 PM
Waikato HeraldExplosions heard from 'huge' Taupō school fire, crews scrambled on roof to douse flames08 Feb 04:55 AM
Waikato HeraldOne dead after boat capsizes in 'choppy and windy' water off popular Thames beach06 Feb 04:32 AM
Waikato HeraldFaces of the victims: Families share memories of deadly landslide victims30 Jan 04:22 AM
Waikato HeraldMount landslide: 'Very difficult time': Husband escaped slip that trapped 'hero' teacherHolidaymakers say Lisa Maclennan woke them at 5am, likely saving multiple lives.27 Jan 08:34 AM
Waikato HeraldMan punches probation officer, performs crude act in social worker's office, gropes paramedicEverest Oketopa said he's now committed to respecting emergency and professional workers.26 Jan 06:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Horrendous': Storm-hit Waihī Beach businesses face months-long closures'It's clear everything will have to be ripped out and replaced.'25 Jan 02:00 AM
LiveWaikato Herald'Hug your babies, life can change in a moment': Mum's tribute to teen son lost in landslideTwo 15-year-olds are among those missing as police confirm discovery of human remains.24 Jan 02:43 AM
Waikato HeraldMount Maunganui search enters second night as families face anguished wait for outcomeMultiple families are in tears amid the heavy-duty search equipment.23 Jan 08:20 AM
Waikato HeraldTairua couple woke to screaming after landslide narrowly missed their homeThe elderly neighbours were helicoptered to hospital before dawn.22 Jan 06:54 PM
Waikato Herald'Worst he's seen in 30 years': Parts of Coromandel still cut off after heavy rain ravages regionOne firefighter described the area's downpour as worse than Cyclone Gabrielle.22 Jan 02:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Totally submerged': Man swims to safety, abandons new ute in Coromandel floodwatersA Coromandel local said the flooding was 'worse than Bola' and 'bigger than Gabrielle'.21 Jan 04:07 AM
Waikato HeraldBrave dad saves daughter and partner from flooded home by kayakNeck-deep, fast-flowing water surrounded their stilt house before dawn.21 Jan 01:15 AM
Waikato HeraldWater emergency at Coromandel beach: Man dies despite rescue effortsEmergency services were called to Hāhei Beach at 3.23pm this afternoon.19 Jan 05:13 AM
Waikato HeraldYoung driver dead, passengers hospitalised after vehicle of interest crashes into truckBystanders and police used about 18 extinguishers to douse the burning vehicle.14 Jan 03:31 AM
Waikato Herald'Screaming for help near rocks': Lifeguards race to save trio at Tairua BeachOne person was flown to hospital by helicopter, while two went by road.06 Jan 07:57 PM
Waikato HeraldFour in hospital after SH1 Brynderwyn crash, road reopensTwo of the four injured people are in a critical condition.03 Jan 04:03 AM
Waikato Herald5-year-old rescued, one still missing after Christmas Day jet ski incident at Port WaikatoA rāhui has been placed over Port Waikato and surrounding areas.25 Dec 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldChristmas Eve double stabbing: Pair injured in Waikato town after late-night incidentPolice inquiries are ongoing after violence leaves two in hospital.24 Dec 11:31 PM
Waikato HeraldPedestrian seriously injured as crash closes busy Hamilton roadOhaupo Road is closed between Normandy Ave and Urlich Ave this evening.20 Dec 08:10 AM
Waikato HeraldGunshots on quiet street: Armed police guard Hamilton home and toilet blockOne dead, one injured as police piece together what happened. 18 Dec 11:44 PM
Waikato HeraldStruggle with cliffside rescue ‘tip of the iceberg’, firefighter saysThe Fire and Emergency call log records that police blocked a rescue helicopter over cost.18 Dec 07:45 PM
Waikato HeraldHomicide investigation after one dead, another seriously hurt at Hamilton addressOne person died at the scene and a second has serious arm injuries.18 Dec 07:59 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice refused use of rescue chopper because they wrongly thought teenager was deadThe girl was stuck on the cliff for about four hours in the dark.17 Dec 08:15 PM
Waikato HeraldFar North fishing trip turns to tragedy as missing man named by policeMan Bock Lee, 65, of Hamilton, was swept into the sea at Tapotupotu Bay on November 23.15 Dec 10:28 PM
Waikato Herald4-year-old flown to hospital after near-drowning near RaglanThe young child was pulled from the water and given CPR by a member of the public.14 Dec 07:35 PM
Waikato HeraldOne person flown to hospital after water-related incident at Raglan beach The person was flown to Waikato Hospital for treatment in late afternoon emergency.14 Dec 06:05 AM
