Waikato HeraldWaikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukīHe piko he tuna is about resilience and love the despite challenges of life.05 May 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNorth Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visitsFifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.05 May 04:02 AM
SportBroken ribs, punctured lung: NZ Olympic medallist in hospital after crashHayden Wilde must stay in Japan for several weeks as he recovers from his injuries. 04 May 09:10 PM
Waikato HeraldPure Tūroa names new boss Jono Dean will focus on making Tūroa a world-class alpine destination.02 May 02:06 AM
Waikato HeraldGreen Party proposes $8b strategy to create 40k jobs"We can take control of our economy."01 May 09:40 PM
Waikato HeraldDoC grants 10-year concession for Whakapapa ski fieldFinancial management of the ski field has been plagued for several years. 30 Apr 03:28 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crashThe Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.29 Apr 04:16 AM
Waikato HeraldSerious injuries: Helicopter sent to two-vehicle crash near TaupōThe crash happened just before midday on State Highway 32.29 Apr 12:49 AM
Waikato HeraldPregnant beauty therapist awarded $100k after being made to quitThe woman said the employment issues robbed her of the joy of being pregnant. 28 Apr 08:00 PM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Dramatic video footage captures Taupō mum's 50m cliff fallLouisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.24 Apr 09:13 PM
Waikato HeraldState Highway 1 north of Waiōuru: Five injured in two car crashMotorists were warned to expect delays.24 Apr 05:49 AM
Waikato HeraldNapier-Taupō Rd speed limit returns to 100km/h after public supportThe 60% of submitters who wanted all of the Napier-Taupō Rd back to 100km/h will get it.24 Apr 04:13 AM
Waikato HeraldSH1 reopened: Waikato crash critically injures oneThe person has been flown to Waikato Hospital. 24 Apr 04:05 AM
Waikato Herald'Energy security': Genesis keen to keep Huntly unit runningGenesis says talks are continuing about keeping Huntly's Rankines going for longer. 23 Apr 11:19 PM
Waikato HeraldSH1 accelerated roadworks hit halfway milestoneThe project was first announced in August.23 Apr 04:32 AM
Waikato Herald'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.22 Apr 05:24 AM
Waikato HeraldOne person dead in farm vehicle accident near TaupōA person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle near Taupō on April 19.20 Apr 05:20 AM
Waikato HeraldCoromandel towns isolated by flooding, more heavy rain forecast as storm rages onRoads have been submerged, roofs ripped from buildings and ferries and flights cancelled.17 Apr 08:09 AM
Waikato Herald'Really tired': Staffing crisis strains Taupō's senior doctorsNight shifts often have just one senior doctor for the entire hospital.16 Apr 07:41 AM
Waikato Herald'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnightForecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.16 Apr 05:56 AM
Waikato HeraldHonouring heroes: Search for B Company photos for museum exhibitionIt comes as the B Company, 28th NZ (Māori) Battalion History Trust will be reviewed.15 Apr 11:55 PM
BusinessDry weather lowers Mercury NZ's earnings forecast by $60m Mercury's earnings will be affected by dry weather this financial year. 15 Apr 10:08 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the regionTaupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.14 Apr 09:02 PM
Sport'Dream come true': Payne wins Jason Richards Memorial trophy in TaupōThe New Zealander was the best driver across the three Supercars races in Taupō.13 Apr 05:42 AM
SportPayne gives fans a win to cheer in TaupōRyan scored his third first, Wood his first third in the afternoon’s opening sprint race12 Apr 09:52 AM
Waikato Herald‘My life has purpose’: Inside New Zealand’s biggest rehab serviceThe foundation supports 80 homes and helps 1500 people reintegrate annually.11 Apr 07:00 PM
Waikato HeraldRuapehu mayor demands answers over delays to rural health centreRuapehu's mayor says the community is being ignored over the Raetihi centre.11 Apr 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNot her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarksBrooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.11 Apr 05:00 PM
SportSupercars drivers given 'rock star' start to racing weekendThe Supercars will be on the track across three days.11 Apr 12:37 AM
Waikato HeraldAndre Heimgartner eyes repeat victory at Taupō Supercars roundFive Kiwis, including Heimgartner, are racing on home soil this weekend.10 Apr 11:04 PM
Waikato HeraldThe big chill: Kiwis wake to freezing temperatures as cold snap grips the countryAuckland had the highest early morning temperature at just 12C.09 Apr 09:25 PM
Waikato Herald'Constrained' Ruapehu council sticks to 9% rate rise'If things unfold positively, we pass it on to the ratepayers. It’s as simple as that'.09 Apr 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTaupō catches Supercars fever as town amps up for racing weekendThe third round of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship, the ITM Taupō Super440, is here.09 Apr 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldNervous for survival: Māori ward councillors prepare for critical electionsForty-two councils will hold a poll for Māori wards in 2025 elections.09 Apr 04:00 AM