Waikato HeraldNorthland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'10 Apr 05:35 AM
Waikato HeraldSupercars fever back in Taupō as fans flock to Track to Town paradeUS tourist and retired racer Steven Mathers stumbled on Supercars by chance.10 Apr 05:30 AM
Waikato HeraldVaianu forces major North Island sport changes as storm threat growsThe Football Ferns will now face Fiji at 4pm on Saturday at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.10 Apr 01:11 AM
Waikato HeraldCyclone threat: Supercars weigh options as Taupō races set to go aheadCrowds of up to 20,000 people a day are expected at Taupō Motorsport Park at the weekend.10 Apr 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldWho helped Tom Phillips stay hidden for years? Police probe continuesPolice told the Herald they have spoken to several people. 07 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldFour Square owners fined $80k for exploiting migrant workers at Taupō store04 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato Herald‘Difference between life and death’: Waikato mum faces 9‑month transplant waitShe was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia just hours after a GP visit.01 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBluebridge ferry chaos adds $500 to cost of each student's regatta tripBlueBridge's Connemara has been out of service for nine days so far.30 Mar 05:52 AM
Waikato HeraldWeather clearing for North Island as low moves away, all rain watches liftedIt comes after a week of extreme weather wreaking havoc across the country.29 Mar 06:05 PM
Waikato HeraldHeavy rain, possible thunderstorms to hit central North IslandWaikato, Waitomo, Taumarunui and Taupō will experience a burst of heavy rain overnight.28 Mar 11:16 PM
Waikato HeraldHow two faulty vehicles sparked $1.4m Tongariro fires a month apartThe two SH47 fires were sparked by faulty vehicles a month and a few hundred metres apart.24 Mar 10:54 PM
Waikato HeraldSupercars and Beach Hop - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?24 Mar 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHow a 22-year-old with no farming background rose to dairy award successCam George is 2IC on a 200ha Mangakino farm milking 485 cows.23 Mar 10:25 PM
LifestyleYour guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and moreYet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered. 23 Mar 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldKiwi return to ancestral forest after 30-year effortThe first 10 of 40 western brown kiwi have been returned to Ngāti Rangi whenua.22 Mar 01:01 AM
SportTwo Kiwi rounds, one big trophy: Why Supercars’ return feels different this timeFans have made around 2.3 million visits to NZ Supercars events since 2001.20 Mar 01:35 AM
Waikato Herald'Sticks out like a sore thumb': Threatened plant species discovered at TongariroEcologists say last year's fire has revealed a new stronghold for the rare speargrass.20 Mar 01:14 AM
Waikato HeraldPreviously unseen documents show Chateau Tongariro needs millions in urgent repairs, plus quake workProposals to revive the hotel will start being evaluated from April. 19 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato Herald'Worst I've ever seen it': Nurse calls out lack of support staffTaupō Hospital 'like a poor neighbour' to Rotorua Hospital, says fed-up nurse.19 Mar 05:00 AM
SportTeen reserve steps up as women's motocross team heads to Oceania CupFour Kiwis will race in Wonthaggi against teams from Asia, the US and Australia.19 Mar 02:50 AM
Waikato HeraldGovt calls for bids to restore and run historic Chateau Tongariro'The Chateau is a landmark many New Zealanders have visited.'19 Mar 12:52 AM
Saturday21°C18°CHigh cloud. Occasional rain developing toward evening. Southeasterlies, becoming gusty in the evening.
Sunday21°C16°CRain with heavy falls, easing in the evening. Strong easterlies, turning westerly in the afternoon.
Monday19°C12°CA few showers, turning to rain for a time in the morning and afternoon. Strong westerlies, turning lighter northerly in the morning.
SportTeen comes away with special feat at final round of NZ Superbike champsTwo new awards honour retired Kiwi superbike great Aaron Slight.18 Mar 04:53 AM
Waikato HeraldVictims named after separate fatal crashes near TaupōThe men were from Auckland and Tokoroa. 17 Mar 08:42 PM
Waikato HeraldGovt loans $20m for geothermal power projects: 'Energy security is paramount'Govt's new strategy aims to see geothermal double its electricity role by 2040.17 Mar 08:38 PM
Waikato HeraldCar wheel sparked $1m Tongariro fire, drone photos reveal destructionThe key to the recovery of the scorched Tongariro National Park is eliminating weeds.16 Mar 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldAnxiety rises over Ruapehu's water plan costsWater charges could nearly double in Ruapehu under the two-council model with Whanganui.11 Mar 09:09 PM
Waikato HeraldWitness appeal: Police probe fatal SH5 crash near TaupōThe crash involved a green Land Rover Discovery towing two motorcycles on a trailer.11 Mar 08:26 PM
Waikato HeraldTropical system brings 100km/h winds, several regions in firing lineMetService has already recorded gusts of up to 90km/h in the north.11 Mar 02:07 AM
Waikato Herald'Are you not seeing the news?': Cyclone fears force change of heart on family’s $1600 Coromandel getawayBachcare is refunding Paula Baker nearly $1600 for her Whitianga stay.10 Apr 06:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Pretty raw memories': Locals 'worn down' as storm prep begins againHauraki Mayor Toby Adams says residents are weary after recent floods but still resilient.10 Apr 05:50 AM
Waikato HeraldNorthland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'10 Apr 05:35 AM
Waikato HeraldSupercars fever back in Taupō as fans flock to Track to Town paradeUS tourist and retired racer Steven Mathers stumbled on Supercars by chance.10 Apr 05:30 AM
Waikato HeraldVaianu forces major North Island sport changes as storm threat growsThe Football Ferns will now face Fiji at 4pm on Saturday at FMG Stadium in Hamilton.10 Apr 01:11 AM
Waikato HeraldCyclone threat: Supercars weigh options as Taupō races set to go aheadCrowds of up to 20,000 people a day are expected at Taupō Motorsport Park at the weekend.10 Apr 01:00 AM
Waikato HeraldDrivers warned of lengthy delays on SH29 through Kaimai RangeThe breakdown is on SH29 between Tauranga and Te Poi.09 Apr 11:13 PM
Waikato HeraldKiwi cyclist banned 25 days for punching rival during Dutch raceThe 24-year-old hit Dutch rider Marijn Maas during a March 7 race.09 Apr 07:00 PM
The CountryTenants told pet pigs would be shot if they caused complaintsTenants also felt 'blindsided' paying for a neighbour's power with no way to measure use.10 Apr 05:00 AM
The CountryThe Country: The power of meat with Anne-Marie RoerinkOn today: Phil Duncan, Anne-Marie Roerink, Todd McClay, Rowland Smith, and Barry Soper.10 Apr 01:57 AM
The CountryNZ Shears underway, but two champions are missingA leading woolhandler and shearer will not compete as they wind down their careers.09 Apr 11:49 PM
OneRoofRefugee who spent $1m feeding the homeless races to sell before bank steps inKebab shop owner who's all heart faces mortgagee sale.10 Apr 08:34 AM
OneRoofReal estate mum: How I became a body double for Harry Potter starEnka Burroughs swapped selling homes for pratfalls and car chases.10 Apr 08:30 AM
OneRoofRate warning and Iran ceasefire: Are Kiwi house prices at risk? Experts say a crash isn't on the cards, but are worried about market confidence.10 Apr 05:49 AM
OneRoofHas NZ’s most expensive house sold? ‘I cannot say a single word about it,’ says rich-listers’ agent Listing for Paula and Simon Herbert’s $50m-plus mansion has been withdrawn.09 Apr 08:30 AM
OneRoof‘We did bend the rules’: Top country pub for sale after licence dramaOwner says hotel was done for after police raid.09 Apr 08:27 AM
OneRoofTony Alexander: What the OCR hold and rising inflation mean for mortgage ratesReserve Bank's cautious reaction to rising fuel prices and chaos in the Middle East.08 Apr 08:27 AM
OneRoofAward-winning divorce house for sale: 'Everybody who walks in goes wow'Kiwi marked the start of her new life as a single woman with special commission.08 Apr 08:25 AM
OneRoofOne of Auckland’s oldest homes is up for grabsCottage is the last remaining private home in Howick's Fencibles settlement.08 Apr 08:20 AM
Waikato HeraldKaimanawa horse muster to go ahead after funding uncertaintyDoC will now fully fund an April 'mega muster' in the Central Plateau.11 Mar 01:54 AM
Waikato Herald'Energy on steroids': Todd picked to drill first superhot Taupō geothermal wellDrilling is due to begin about mid-2027 on the Rotokawa geothermal field.11 Mar 12:01 AM
Waikato HeraldBack from the dead: Kiwi axeman competing months after dying in wife's armsKahu Woolley was mid-competition in November when he collapsed and was declared dead.10 Mar 11:13 PM
