Waikato Herald'Like the end of the world': Hiker describes evac amid falling ash as fire closed inDaisy Bao and her group were rescued by helicopter as the Tongariro fire spread.09 Nov 06:38 AM
Waikato Herald'Hellscape': Whakapapa Village evacuated as crews battle Tongariro blazeThe fire is just 20% contained. 09 Nov 04:52 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome to Mordor': Resort owner says massive Tongariro blaze a 'hellscape'About 1100 hectares of bush are now burning in the national park.08 Nov 10:33 PM
Waikato Herald'Not under control': Firefighters battle 300ha Tongariro National Park blazeSix brigades and a command unit worked to contain the forest fire.08 Nov 04:48 AM
Waikato HeraldBody recovered from Lake TaupōNgāti Tūwharetoa have placed a rāhui over that part of Lake Taupō.04 Nov 03:40 AM
SportStephen Marsh’s Swiss Prince stakes 2000 Guineas claim with Sarten winSwiss Prince’s Tauranga win tightened his 2000 Guineas odds from $14 to $4.50.01 Nov 07:16 AM
Waikato HeraldIconic Taupō Hole in One reopens after $1m upgradeThe redevelopment includes new covered bays, café and 'Ball Blaster'.31 Oct 12:23 AM
Waikato HeraldFamiliar face returns to deputy mayor role in Hamilton reshuffleAngela O’Leary takes on a new role overseeing council connectivity.30 Oct 10:22 PM
Waikato Herald'What a ride': 2025 Mt Ruapehu ski season a mixed bagA slow start, strong middle of the season and an abrupt washout was the story of 2025.27 Oct 05:14 PM
Waikato Herald'Looks like it will intensify': Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island'There is quite a wide risk of thunderstorms tonight and into tomorrow.'27 Oct 07:53 AM
Waikato HeraldPensioner spent nearly two years in cold, damp council unit then got evictedShe won the first battle but has now been evicted for rent arrears.25 Oct 10:00 PM
Lifestyle‘Year of the collaboration’: 15 artists unite for milestone Graffiato festivalGraffiato was founded in 2011 to tackle tagging and has now produced more than 85 murals.22 Oct 10:30 PM
Waikato HeraldArt and netball - here's what's on in WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?22 Oct 08:00 PM
SportRiders brace for gruelling Hard Adventure EnduroMore than 150 riders will tackle Taupō’s tough, three-day competition.21 Oct 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNew mayor's unusual message to community: He'll be no-show at noisy eventsJohn Funnell is a well-known ex-rescue chopper pilot and was awarded NZ's bravery medal. 18 Oct 05:17 AM
Waikato HeraldWaitomo, Ruapehu 'still coming to terms' with flood damageSome major roads are due to reopen today.17 Oct 03:04 AM
Waikato Herald'Kids are still dying': Joint inquest considered into four motocross crash deathsThe deaths of four children happened in 'broadly similar circumstances', a coroner says.16 Oct 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldChanging of the guard: Waikato mayors out as new faces sweep inOnly Hauraki, South Waikato, Waitomo and Ruapehu kept their mayors.16 Oct 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo dead: Police appeal for footage after North Island crashPolice say a grey SUV and a small silver hatchback may have been involved.15 Oct 07:46 PM
Waikato HeraldRock royalty Iggy Pop, Joan Jett and more unite for NZ concertsThe star duo are among the lineup for the Summer Concert Tour at the end of January.15 Oct 05:45 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ luxury lodge named as one of the world's top hotels in prestigious global awardsThe lodge has previoulsy hosted Queen Elizabeth II and celebrities including Mick Jagger.14 Oct 10:07 PM
Waikato Herald'Better animal all round': New dairy-beef breed raised in TaupōAbout 350 Synergizer calves have been born on a Pāmu farm near Taupō. 14 Oct 08:39 PM
Waikato HeraldMāori wards on edge as preliminary votes show split across councilsHamilton's Māori ward looks safe, with 'keep' votes ahead by more than 1000.14 Oct 06:10 AM
LiveWaikato HeraldWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Dramatic footage shows motorcyclist bowled by uteThe rider was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition.13 Oct 09:51 PM
Waikato HeraldHow tiny margins flipped councils – and ended big-city dynastiesJonathan Larsen looks set to edge Snow Tane by just five votes in Kaipara.13 Oct 01:48 AM
Waikato HeraldPerson airlifted to hospital after Taupō motorcycle crash The crash happened at the intersection of Rifle Range Rd and Taharepa Rd.12 Oct 11:27 PM
SportSamara Maxwell secures historic World Series mountain biking crownThe 23-year-old Taupō rider sealed the crown with five wins from 10 rounds.12 Oct 11:26 PM
Waikato HeraldFunnell elected Taupō Mayor as tight races decide final council seatsFormer rescue pilot John Funnell thanked voters after winning the mayoralty.12 Oct 11:25 PM
Waikato HeraldLive: Macindoe takes Hamilton mayoraltyVoting has closed, and the first results have come in this afternoon. 11 Oct 05:14 AM
Waikato HeraldLocal elections 2025: Kirton retains Ruapehu mayoraltyThere were four Ruapehu mayoral candidates this year. 11 Oct 01:45 AM
Waikato Herald'Welcome news': Funding allows Toi Ohomai Tokoroa campus to stay openTaupō MP Louise Upston said she was pleased 'face to face learning' would continue.10 Oct 01:01 AM
Waikato HeraldGraham Bell: Police pay tribute to 'a bit of a legend'Bell attained 'national treasure' on Police Ten 7, calling out 'gutless goons'.09 Oct 01:03 AM
Waikato HeraldInside the secretive world of sniper training in WaiouruSoldiers from Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Fiji joined the training.07 Oct 07:00 PM
