LifestyleNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Antisocial behaviour won’t be tolerated': Police warn Kinloch revellersAnyone breaching the Kinloch liquor ban risks a $250 instant fine or arrest.29 Dec 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM
Waikato HeraldFestival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZMetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country. 28 Dec 10:42 PM
Waikato HeraldThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
Waikato Herald'Thanks to everyone': Missing Taupō man found after police appealPolice say David may be confused and walks with a distinctive shuffle.26 Dec 12:29 AM
Waikato HeraldHow to stay safe on Waikato River float with flows near extreme riskFlows above 140 cumecs on the river make the float trip more dangerous.25 Dec 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldPest fish threat: Officials warn Lake Karāpiro perch here to stayFive adult redfin perch were later found in nearby Lake Horohoro.23 Dec 05:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Got a long way to go': Teen skier continues hospital fight after shattering legs on Mt RuapehuThe 13-year-old fell about 8m off a cliff while skiing at Whakapapa in October.22 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHide and seek: Alleged shoplifter accused of $13k spree found hiding in wardrobeShe was tracked down by her vehicle, then found hiding in a Rotorua wardrobe.18 Dec 10:42 PM
Waikato HeraldCrash blocks SH1 between Taupō and TūrangiDrivers should avoid the area or expect delays, police say. 17 Dec 12:25 AM
Waikato HeraldWarming again: Mt Ruapehu crater lake shows temperature rise Minor hot water upwellings and yellow sulphur slicks were seen on the lake.16 Dec 09:45 PM
Waikato HeraldCalculated gang hit: Judge condemns 'waste' as killer gets life in jailMongrel Mob president Teina Williams, 34, must serve at least 17 years for murder.12 Dec 04:56 AM
Waikato HeraldAuditors call out NZ schools for spending on boat cruises, travel for principalsAuditors flagged thousands spent on cruises, overseas trips and staff retreats.08 Dec 07:37 PM
Waikato HeraldSweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possibleTemperatures are forecast to remain in the low 20s to high 30s during the next few days.08 Dec 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSizzling start to summer as temperatures climb to 34C in North Island, heat alert issuedA heat alert has been issued for Gisborne as temperatures push into the 30s.07 Dec 08:15 PM
Waikato HeraldTe Pāti Māori leadership challenged by ex-Kiingitanga spokesperson at AGMFormer Kiingitanga voice Ngira Simmonds openly questioned the party leaders.07 Dec 07:31 AM
Waikato HeraldAir NZ flights disrupted by Auckland weather; 5000 Thames properties hit by power outageThe North Island is cloaked in warnings and watches today.03 Dec 06:56 AM
BusinessBilly bookcases in Bulls? How to shop at Ikea if you don't live in AucklandIkea products can be collected from 29 pick-up points across the country, from this week.03 Dec 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek witnesses after fatal Mamaku Ranges crashOne person died after the car caught fire and flames spread to nearby vegetation.01 Dec 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHope after the fire: Why Tongariro’s quiet regrowth matters more than everRotorua writer Lifang Chen reflects on hope after the Tongariro wildfire.01 Dec 03:00 PM
Waikato Herald1 killed in Mamaku crash – fire shuts SH5, drivers warned of hour-long delaysThe car caught fire and flames spread into vegetation in the Mamaku Ranges.01 Dec 02:11 AM
Waikato HeraldFrom selling a grader to $10m: How a foundation built a lasting community fundFounding trustee Jan Bolton famously sold some machinery to help get Geyser started.30 Nov 10:48 PM
SportThousands ride, sprint and celebrate at Lake TaupōAuckland rider Alex Botha won the 160km men's race by just 0.18 seconds.30 Nov 09:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Totally unacceptable:' Dead man's sister told off by judge for reading pre-approved statementThe judge then made the rare move of not letting Paula Beilby back into the courtroom.29 Nov 09:18 PM
Waikato HeraldSearch for missing Tokoroa teacher suspendedThe 36-year-old vanished at a Rotorua swimming hole.28 Nov 07:33 PM
Waikato HeraldSerious injury after truck and car crash in South WaikatoTraffic is under stop/go control, and drivers are urged to expect delays.27 Nov 06:23 PM
Waikato HeraldPopular waterfall walking track closed through summer for safety upgradesThe Department of Conservation issues warning after people ignore closure signs.26 Nov 10:35 PM
Waikato HeraldRotorua woman to tackle 30km ride after transplantOnce unable to walk to her letterbox, Kath Cross now has lung function of 72%.25 Nov 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDesert Rd closed after early morning truck crashState Highway 1 is shut between Waiōuru and Rangipo after a truck rolled.23 Nov 08:58 PM
Waikato Herald'Divorce between two parents': Maipi-Clarke says both sides wrong in Te Pāti Māori splitHana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke likened the party split to 'a divorce between parents'.20 Nov 04:01 AM
Waikato HeraldFrom ashes to renewal: How Tongariro’s blackened slopes could heal themselvesThe fire scorched 3000ha, about 4% of Tongariro National Park.20 Nov 01:28 AM
Waikato HeraldMost concerned about BoP: Heavy rain warnings as deluge looms for North IslandForecasters warn Bay of Plenty could get up to 200mm of rain in 24 hours.17 Nov 11:51 PM
SportPositive signs as injured jockey able to open eyes after race fallBailey Rogerson was injured in a race fall in Rotorua on Sunday17 Nov 10:33 PM
