Waikato HeraldFrom rates to dates? Councils’ Valentine’s Day post delights localsRotorua Lakes Council's cheeky 'shot' drew more than 1500 likes and 150 comments.16 Feb 10:19 PM
Waikato HeraldBusiness in the front, party in the back: What makes a mighty mullet?Cooper Burnett plans to donate his much-loved mullet to a cancer charity when he cuts it.16 Feb 04:22 PM
Waikato HeraldArchie the apprentice finds his farming feetThe 17-year-old is in his second year of the three-year Pāmu apprenticeship scheme.16 Feb 02:47 AM
Waikato HeraldThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe14 Feb 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldInvestor proposal to return Chateau Tongariro to hotel status should be considered - mayor12 Feb 10:11 PM
Waikato HeraldTourism boost: Hamilton becomes international gateway to central North Island11 Feb 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC investigates after Tongariro shuttle operator allegedly puts hikers on track in dangerous weather11 Feb 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMechanical failures delayed school fire response, union saysA back-up aerial unit took nearly two hours to reach the scene.09 Feb 06:00 AM
Waikato Herald"Not just a shed fire’: Blaze devastates Taupō-nui-a-Tia CollegeTaylor said the council has made multiple offers of support to the college.09 Feb 04:47 AM
Waikato HeraldStriking nurses swap uniforms for T-shirtsTaupō district nurses say they are short of about six staff.08 Feb 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo youths charged with arson after ‘devastating’ blaze at Taupō collegeThe principal of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College says it will be closed for the next two days.08 Feb 06:41 PM
Waikato HeraldExplosions heard from 'huge' Taupō school fire, crews scrambled on roof to douse flamesNearby residents were warned to keep windows and doors closed due to billowing smoke.08 Feb 04:55 AM
Waikato HeraldJohn Sax unveils $900m plan for Kinloch golf resortUp to 20 luxury villas and 178 residential sections are slated for sale.08 Feb 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldMotocross mission: NZ women’s team named for Oceania title tiltThe Wonthaggi event runs on March 21-22, with three races for women riders.04 Feb 09:45 PM
Waikato HeraldSpike in Taupō fishery offences prompts rules reminderRangers recorded 40 offences this summer, nearly four times the prior peak.04 Feb 08:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Well involved': Crews tackle late-night Taupō commercial fireFire crews spent nearly three hours bringing the blaze under control.03 Feb 06:55 PM
Waikato HeraldMajor North Island highway set for three weeks of overnight closuresDrivers on the SH41–SH47–SH4–SH49 detour should allow about 35 extra minutes.01 Feb 10:15 PM
Waikato HeraldGas leak forces evacuations in Taupō suburb after digger hits linePolice urge the public to stay away from the Wharewaka area in Taupō.30 Jan 12:07 AM
Waikato HeraldFrom locals to tourists: How I fell for Taupō all over again The guided e-bike loop covers about seventeen kilometres of Taupō 's varied terrain.28 Jan 10:26 PM
Sport'Doing something crazy': Hamilton businessman takes on first IronmanHis six-month programme includes 5am sessions and long weekends of heavy training.28 Jan 07:03 PM
Waikato HeraldGeothermal boost: Mercury's Ngā Tamariki unit lifts output towards 132MWNgā Tamariki is one of three Mercury renewable projects underway worth a combined $1b.20 Jan 10:09 PM
Waikato HeraldNew chief executive signals fresh start as Toi Ohomai regains independenceToi Ohomai returned to local decision making on January 1.20 Jan 08:17 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō’s quiet magic: Why the lake town deserves a second lookWhile most tourists head to Rotorua or Queenstown, those in the know will beeline here.17 Jan 07:00 PM
LifestyleFrom craters to Emerald Lakes: A journey across Tongariro Alpine CrossingIf you’ve ever wondered what walking on Mars is like, this is as close as it gets.17 Jan 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWhy parole board says teen baseball bat murderer is still too risky to freeTeenage tourist murderer Jahche Broughton denied parole for seventh time.15 Jan 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSoundsplash and Summer Concert Tour – here's what's on in the WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?14 Jan 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldInside Taupō’s most stunning homes: How to help a major breast cancer fundraiserSince 2014 the event has raised more than $100,000 each year for the charity.13 Jan 11:09 PM
Waikato Herald'Socially isolated': Life parolee died just months after spending 30 years behind barsLee Kohiti took his life soon after expressing a desire to return to jail.13 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessTeacher turns lockdown hobby into new distillery business 'The environment has played a key role in what we’re about.'11 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM