Waikato Herald'Sheer terror': Armed group storm teens' flat, rob them at knifepointThe victims were herded into a room where they were threatened and assaulted. 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
Waikato HeraldDeadly day on the water sparks urgent summer safety warningTwo people died in separate water incidents across New Zealand yesterday.11 Jan 01:19 AM
PremiumWaikato HeraldElite private school taught Tom Phillips bushcraft, shooting skills10 Jan 09:00 PM
Sport'Couldn't quite believe it': Athletics prodigy Sam Ruthe helps visually impaired boy smash PB10 Jan 03:44 AM
Waikato HeraldTwo dead, one missing after water tragedies in Canterbury, Bay of Plenty and Waikato10 Jan 02:42 AM
Waikato HeraldHeat alerts for 15 centres amid scorching temps, severe gales pose 'extreme' fire danger10 Jan 12:26 AM
Waikato Herald'If there is no hunting pressure': Wild pigs push farm damage and TB fearsOspri has tested 99,641 cattle and deer for TB in the region since February.07 Jan 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldTowel shortage leaves elderly Waikato Hospital patients unable to showerWhānau worry patients without visitors may go days without a proper wash.07 Jan 03:33 AM
Waikato HeraldPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
Waikato Herald'Screaming for help near rocks': Lifeguards race to save trio at Tairua BeachOne person was flown to hospital by helicopter, while two went by road.06 Jan 07:57 PM
LifestyleBig year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packedOn January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.06 Jan 06:00 PM
Waikato HeraldJailed rapist 'swallowed razor blade' when told he had to change prison unitsKane Dawson was then charged after he refused to hand over the blade.06 Jan 06:30 AM
Waikato HeraldNew speed zones proposed for key highwaysSpeeds at these seven rural intersections would drop from 100km/h to 60km/h.06 Jan 05:03 AM
Waikato HeraldLifeguards issue warning after multiple rescues over busy weekendEastern region lifeguards have carried out 144 rescues this summer.06 Jan 03:06 AM
Waikato HeraldCyclist back on the bike 27 days after serious Taupō Enduro crashThe experienced rider says he was clipped by a passing ute about 200km into the race.05 Jan 11:27 PM
Waikato HeraldRacing icon returns: Jonny Reid and Black Beauty reunite at TaupōThe iconic A1 Team New Zealand car returns to Taupō nearly 20 years on.05 Jan 11:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Our cows really surprised us': Why less is more on this dairy farmThe Burgesses' 320-cow Friesian herd now averages 700kgMS from 550kg cows.05 Jan 04:03 PM
SportFrom mudbath to super sprint: Alabama Lass picking path to Sistema RailwayTrial this Sunday could be a crucial pointer to mare's chances in glamorous sprint race.05 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldMillie Elder-Holmes goes public over relationship with Māori Queen’s brotherShe has shared a video online of the pair spending time together.05 Jan 04:31 AM
Waikato HeraldBlue Springs visitors warned after unsafe parking continuesThe 4.7km Te Waihou Walkway reopened mid-2025 after rockfall repairs.05 Jan 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldSmall Business: The best of the wurst with Frank’s SausagesSheryn and Frank Nagel built the brand from a laundry kitchen in 2008.04 Jan 10:00 PM
Waikato HeraldOne dead after crash closes SH24 near Te PoiThe two-vehicle crash on State Highway 24 was reported at 9.45am.04 Jan 09:25 PM
Waikato HeraldMan arrested 99km away after police track suspected hit-and-run vehicle on camerasPolice say the vehicle allegedly involved in incident headed over the Kaimais. 04 Jan 06:16 PM
Waikato HeraldWaikato highway closed after truck rolls near WaitomoPolice were called to the scene at about 4.30pm.04 Jan 05:17 AM
LifestyleWhere are NZ’s best beaches? Dai Henwood, Bret McKenzie, Hilary Barry share their picksFrom Northland to Nelson, famous Kiwis share their favourite NZ beaches.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldSevere thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hailMetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.02 Jan 11:13 PM
Waikato HeraldThunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residentsThunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldNZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sandsThe search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.02 Jan 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldFour youths charged after 100km chase across Waikato ends in arrestsTwo men and two 14-year-old boys now face aggravated robbery charges.02 Jan 07:02 AM
