Dozens descend on Waikato lake for marine oil spill exercise
Members of the public are welcome to watch the emergency response training.
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Bowhunters swap forest for the river in the name of biosecurity
During the 33rd World Koi Classic competition, the society shot more than 4 tonnes of koi.
On and off ramps close as works switches to southbound expressway
Work begins on the southbound lanes after Sunday, November 5.
Person dead in house fire in Hamilton
The blaze occurred at a unit in Gadsby Place, Hamilton East.
Get in behind 'em: Waikato duo step up for transtasman sheep dog tests
Local farmer and paw-some companion will compete in the Trans-Tasman Sheep Dog Trial.
Crews battle fire at landfill site near Huntly
Charges were laid in 2021 after a fire smouldered at the landfill for more than a year.
Roadworks to take longer than expected at SH1, Rangiriri
Work on the southbound lanes is to continue until November.
Armed robber stormed pubs, forced punters on the ground before stealing from them
The armed hold-ups occurred within days and involved other assailants.
'Not racially motivated': Police respond to Te Pāti Māori candidate home invasion claims
Man trespassed after string of incidents at Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke's home.
Waikato Expressway closures for roadworks
The area has also been reduced to one lane in each direction with a 50km/h speed limit.
Te Pāti Māori candidate targeted in fresh incident, man 'served trespass notice'
Man trespassed after string of incidents at Hana Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke's home.
Police seek info from public on Huntly fatal crash
Members of public tried to help, but the driver died at the scene on Harris St.
One dead following Huntly crash
The road was blocked while emergency services attended but has reopened now.
Four youths arrested after Waikato stores broken into with angle grinders
200 packs of cigarettes, eight packs of tobacco and 320 unopened vapes were recovered.
Lotto luck strikes across region
Four of last night’s 11 Lotto second division winning tickets were sold in the Waikato.
Love at first sight and no time to waste as rest home residents marry
“I had a good look at him, and I just thought, ‘Wow’.”
Night closures for SH1 roadworks
From Sunday, traffic will be diverted away from the SH1 Ngāruawāhia section works site.
Teen ram raider faces hip replacement, has early onset arthritis after fleeing police
Khances Mahara-Sunnex suffered his injury when landing badly after jumping a fence.
Police want info on fires after businesses targeted
Huntly businesses were damaged after fires were set in the central business district.
Ex-Hamilton rugby players' roles in Fiji's big win
Former Waikato-based duo help lead Fiji to historic victory pre-Rugby World Cup 2023.
Man who died after Waikato crash named
Man was taken to hospital in a critical condition after the crash on August 9.
Two-car smash in Taupiri leaves one injured
Emergency services were called to the intersection of Lake and Dawson Rds on Saturday.
Waipā Tavern site set to house community hub
Waikato District Council just bought the site in Ngāruawāhia.
'I'll keep your pics in my folder': Porn addict tells undercover police officer
The 33-year-old said he wanted to buy pictures of young teen in tight, short clothing.
Waikato district cemeteries to allow for natural burials
Waikato District Council has updated its Cemeteries Bylaw.
'Aunty of the Hood' wants to inspire rangatahi
Waikato wahine toa Shani Troughear went through a lot before she turned her life around.
Huntly Railway Station open despite suspicious fire
Assessments are still under way for the historic heritage building.
Tractor pull fascinates little Fieldays fans
Positive mood amongst Fieldays faithful as sun warms up opening day crowds.
Huntly's railway station damaged by suspicious fire
Waikato District Council is now guarding the remaining pieces.
Waka Kotahi says abuse is putting SH1 road workers at risk
Motorists drive through live work areas to avoid queuing.
Hamilton City Council approves new Māngai Māori positions
The council voted to continue with a new version of the model first introduced in 2018.
New bylaws aim to manage nuisance behaviour on roads
New clause helps police target street racing activities.
'Cruel and inexcusable': 70 cattle left to starve to death
A 52-year-old woman has been fined $6000 for wilfully neglecting the animals.
'Crappy water': Why a Huntly resident drives to Tīrau for clean water
Brown water concerns Huntly people - says it is safe to drink