Waikato HeraldHot El Nino summer causing more algal blooms in NZ's rivers, lakesSwimmers are urged to be on the lookout for potentially toxic algal blooms this summer.13 Jan 10:23 PM
Waikato HeraldSH1 cleared after logging truck rolls in TaupōThe road was blocked for a couple of hours after the accident.12 Jan 03:47 AM
Waikato HeraldRoad worker critically injured after being hit by car driven 'at speed'Man charged after worker struck, nearby staff assaulted and threatened.12 Jan 12:47 AM
Waikato Herald14-year-old $10k richer after acing Taupō Hole in One Challenge'We decided to go to the Hole in One for fun, but I didn’t think I’d win.'11 Jan 07:37 PM
Waikato HeraldNew Rotorua council chief executive announcedIt comes four months after the previous leader's resignation.11 Jan 04:10 AM
Waikato Herald'Shattered': Friends mourn woman and mother-in-law killed in Taupō crashThere has been an outpouring of grief after the pair died in a road smash.10 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Many broken hearts': Mother and daughter-in-law die in crashThe pair were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Broadlands Rd on January 5.09 Jan 09:39 PM
Waikato Herald'Laughing stock': State highway potholes under fireOne motorist slammed the quality of some roads as being 'patches on patches'.08 Jan 09:56 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo dead after crash near Taupō; separate collision blocks SH2Traffic management is being put in place at the site of the double-fatal crash.05 Jan 04:07 AM
Waikato Herald'Not great, unless you like rain': Severe thunderstorm waning for CanterburyA Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for the centre of the North Island.30 Dec 09:39 PM
Waikato HeraldTokoroa player wins $300,000 in Saturday's Lotto drawThe winning ticket was sold at Four Square Balmoral in Tokoroa.16 Dec 09:26 PM
Waikato HeraldSerious injuries in Tokoroa crashThe crash was reported on Strathmore Drive about 6.45am.12 Dec 06:23 PM
Waikato HeraldPaeroa hunter fatally shot in remote ranges, police investigatingThe incident happened early on Friday.04 Dec 03:33 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice officer's actions 'unjustified' in arrest after crashOfficers attended the accident on the outskirts of Taupō in 2020.27 Nov 10:26 PM
Waikato HeraldDNA testing reveals house fire victim identity, homicide investigation launchedThe home was extensively damaged and a body was later found.22 Nov 08:51 PM
Waikato HeraldInvestigation launched after 13 firefighting crews called to overnight blaze in TokoroaFirefighters remain at the scene today.18 Nov 11:59 PM
Waikato HeraldIwi collective has plans to take over management of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts'It was an opportunity for ngā iwi to put aside boundaries.'13 Nov 06:38 PM
Waikato Herald'Inherent risks': Glider tragedy inquiry's findings releasedThe Transport Accident Investigation Commission has made two recommendations.09 Nov 02:32 AM
Waikato HeraldDashcam footage wanted after fatal SH1 crashOne person died and several others were injured in the crash.07 Nov 09:16 PM
Waikato HeraldSH5 blocked: Car fire causing delays near RotoruaTraffic management is in place.07 Nov 01:01 AM
Waikato HeraldSH1 crash: One dead, multiple injured after car and truck collide, four helicopters sentOne person was trapped in a light truck and another in a car.02 Nov 10:08 PM
Waikato HeraldCooper puts Gasgas top of NZ podium on first attemptExperienced rider snatches top spot from young rising stars at motocross event.22 Oct 04:09 PM
Waikato HeraldLake closure could spark fiery debate on accessOPINION: Fish & Game CEO believes closure raises big questions on response to clam threat.17 Oct 04:00 AM
Waikato HeraldElection candidates in minor squabble on FacebookTe Pāti Māori co-leader and Act Hamilton West candidate trade barbs online08 Oct 10:33 PM
Waikato HeraldHorror night as three dead in separate crashesAll the roads where the crashes occurred are now open.27 Sep 07:15 PM
Waikato HeraldHail, flooding possible in Waikato; 100km/h winds for Auckland this weekendMore wild weather is forecast as a trough of low pressure moves over the country.26 Sep 03:29 AM
Waikato HeraldOne dead after car crashes into stationary truckEmergency services were called to the scene at 11.13pm.21 Sep 07:31 PM
Waikato HeraldName suppression lapses for Taupō man charged with murderThe man accused of murdering Brodie Ruatara has appeared in the High Court.14 Sep 09:58 PM
Waikato Herald'Thrilled': Large grant to speed up mountain bike park's storm rebuildThe park was smashed during Cyclone Gabrielle in February.08 Sep 04:30 AM
Waikato HeraldTaupō man appears in court accused of murderDefendant has been remanded in custody.28 Aug 06:44 AM
Waikato Herald'God, I hope it doesn’t come through': Spiked vehicle chase caught on cameraSparks could be seen coming from a spiked vehicle.24 Aug 03:40 AM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldChateau Tongariro is closed - who gets its historic art treasure?The curious tale of an artist, a chateau - and a $1.3m angora cat painting.19 Aug 03:29 AM
