Latest from Waikato

Lance Vervoort is new city council chief

Vervoort has already overseen significant upgrades and developments across Hamilton.

'Make sure they test his eyes' - DHBs reprimanded after newborn left blind

'I regard these errors as a serious departure from the expected standard of care.'

Buy, eat, shop and visit local - as the levels allow

Contactless delivery services from providers all over the Waikato.

Afghan translator has grave fears for family hiding from Taliban

Dozens of decision-ready visa applications prompt legal action by Afghans in the Waikato

Lower speed proposed for part of Wairere Drive

New lights and right turn to give better access to supermarket traffic.

ACC challenges Waikato to 'Have a Hmmm' during lockdown

The home is the most likely place for New Zealanders to be injured.

What's bright and pointy and popping up everywhere? Traffic cones

About 2000 traffic cones are being used at the southern checkpoints on SH1 and SH2.

Apartment, two vehicles catch fire in central Hamilton

The couple lost both their vehicles and their belongings in the blaze.

Fish & Game urges 'sensible' fishing trips during lockdowns

Fishing freedom not an invitation to meet with your mates for a beer down at the river

Six Meteor shows have been affected by the lockdown

A further eight shows planned for September could be affected as well.

Selfless brother makes the most of special day out

Deserving big brother enjoys being centre of attention for a day

Charity, secondhand shops inundated with dumped rubbish during lockdown

Secondhand stores across the country are getting inundated with rubbish.

Traffic numbers spike during country's latest L4 lockdown

Speeds as high as 177kmh have been recorded in Wellington this week.

DHB issues update on vaccination rollout in Waikato

So far, 248,279 vaccinations were delivered to Waikato residents.

Almost 90pc of Waikato businesses confident they will survive the Covid pandemic

Less than 10 per cent of Waikato businesses eyeing Government support schemes.

Boaties caught breaking the Covid-19 rules will be reported

Completely unacceptable: Boating and island hopping not permitted at Level 4, says DoC.

Waikato Asthma Trust celebrates young achievers

Nominations for the 2021 Waikato Asthma Young Achievers' Award are now open.

Waikato Inc shows most resilience in regional lockdown survey

Waikato most optimistic in survey of Auckland, Tauranga, Taupō commerce.