Waikato HeraldFugitive hands himself in to police in TaupōHe will be appearing in Taupō District Court this morning.14 Jan 06:35 PM
Waikato HeraldFoul language, threats heard before man’s death sparked homicide probeThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.14 Jan 06:15 AM
Waikato HeraldLate-night naked antics, chicken coop surprise for residentsBoth incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at around 2am.14 Jan 12:37 AM
Waikato HeraldHomicide investigation launched after 'altercation' at Thames propertyThe man was taken to hospital where he died overnight.13 Jan 11:04 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice continue urgent hunt for man who escaped custody at Taupō courtInformation sought on Samir Derek Belhajjam, 30, who fled at 6pm on Monday13 Jan 06:53 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice hunt man who escaped custody at Taupō courtBelhajjam was wearing green prison-issue shorts and an orange high-vis vest.13 Jan 06:53 AM
Waikato HeraldUS citizen named as victim of fatal Orongo crashMarcia Shattuck was one of 13 people killed on New Zealand roads over the holidays.13 Jan 12:14 AM
Waikato HeraldFive arrested after alleged burglaries and fleeing driver incidentsRam raid in Taupō and burglary in Napier reported.12 Jan 10:36 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice name New Plymouth cyclist as Matamata fatal crash victimInquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.12 Jan 10:28 PM
Waikato HeraldFatal Coromandel cliff fall involved 'young people', police confirmA second person trapped on the cliff was rescued by emergency services.12 Jan 03:06 AM
Waikato HeraldReducing death: Road layout changes under way with Taupō vehicle safety centre constructionThe changing road layouts and speed restrictions will be in place from January until May.10 Jan 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice officer nearly hit by truck after driver ignores road closureOne police officer was forced to jump out of the way.08 Jan 12:37 AM
Waikato HeraldWoman, 30, arrested in Huntly in relation to alleged shoplifting across Waikato and Counties ManukauShe faces 15 shoplifting charges, after a further 11 charges were laid yesterday.07 Jan 10:33 PM
Waikato Herald‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopensA witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged. 07 Jan 05:36 PM
Waikato HeraldSeven youths arrested after burnouts, attempted theft, car fireA suspected stolen car was reported to police for doing burnouts at about 2.50am.07 Jan 03:36 AM
Waikato HeraldThe NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.07 Jan 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldBoy robbed by 'several people' near police stationThe alleged offenders stole the boy's bike, cash and 'other property'.06 Jan 05:15 AM
Waikato HeraldNo suspects identified in Ngāruawāhia homicideTukere, 42, died after a daylight brawl in Ngāruawāhia on December 27.06 Jan 05:11 AM
Waikato HeraldMan accused of murdering Hamilton baby keeps name secret for nowSuspect remanded in custody after special hospital bedside hearing. 03 Jan 09:21 PM
Waikato Herald'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King CountryOne person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.02 Jan 11:10 PM
Waikato HeraldOne critical after car and motorcycle crash near MorrinsvilleSt John said one person was taken to Waikato Hospital.02 Jan 08:20 AM
Waikato Herald‘All kinds of messed up’: Locals distraught at Hamilton baby’s death as man faces murder chargeA man aged 34 has been charged with murder and attempted murder.02 Jan 03:54 AM
Waikato HeraldMan charged with murder after baby’s death in Hamilton34-year-old allegedly killed baby and attacked its mother and a second child in Hamilton. 02 Jan 12:26 AM
Waikato HeraldWitnesses describe ‘heart-wrenching screams’ in Hamilton attack that killed childFairfield residents recall grim details of the violent incident early on New Year's Day.01 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldPrisoner who made dramatic escape from hospital recaptured – policeVideo footage showed shirtless man sliding several storeys down pipe before running away.01 Jan 01:21 AM
Waikato HeraldHomicide investigation: Child killed, mother injured in Hamilton tragedyEmergency services are at the scene of a serious incident in Fairfield, Hamilton. 01 Jan 12:13 AM
Waikato Herald'No one deserves that': Family, friends pay tribute to Ngāruawāhia homicide victimPolice have named the woman who died as 42-year-old Turipapa Tukere.31 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldPolice given special powers amid gang retaliation fears after woman’s death in WaikatoHomicide investigation continues into Turipapa Tukere's death in Ngāruawāhia.31 Dec 03:45 AM
Waikato HeraldPaws and order: New police dog teams unleashedDogs and handlers graduate to boost force's frontline capacity nationwide.31 Dec 03:02 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice name woman who died after Ngāruawāhia brawl, urge witnesses to speak upPolice are 'committed to identifying who is responsible'.30 Dec 03:06 AM
Waikato HeraldMan spends almost 36 hours separated from bush tramping party before rescueWarning issued to hikers following man's lucky escape after becoming lost in the bush.29 Dec 01:04 AM
Waikato HeraldFive drink drivers caught as police upscale testing in holiday hotspot'We are all too familiar with the devastating results drink-driving can cause.'28 Dec 03:09 AM
Waikato HeraldRevealed: Reward higher than search costs for missing Marokopa man Tom Phillips$80k reward announced as search for missing Marokopa family costs reach $50k.28 Dec 12:44 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice launch homicide investigation after woman dies after Ngāruawāhia fightShe died before she could be airlifted to the hospital.27 Dec 05:01 AM
