Waikato Herald‘Cash came in for Crays’: Couple given crayfish permit for hui illegally sold 35kg to local restaurantTony Magner says he's embarrassed by the fall from grace.18 Mar 06:00 AM
LifestyleHundreds turn out for festival despite strong winds grounding balloonsThe Balloons over Waikato Festival kicked off today.18 Mar 04:00 AM
SportSuperbike champs wrap up season with 'remarkable' number of firstsThe four-round competition came to a close in Taupō on Sunday.18 Mar 03:00 AM
Waikato Herald‘Massive problem’: Man five times over limit drank bottle of vodka then ‘went for a drive’The 35-year-old had been sentenced just months earlier for the same thing.18 Mar 03:00 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seek man in relation to Ōtorohanga burglariesPolice believed he had information that could assist with inquiries.17 Mar 11:13 PM
Waikato Herald‘Repugnant to justice’: Judge says jail only option for serial shoplifterKenneth Waaka didn't want media to take his photo because he was embarrassed.17 Mar 11:00 PM
Waikato HeraldPublic warned not to approach wanted manPolice seek Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, with a warrant for arrest.17 Mar 10:03 PM
Waikato Herald'It's getting scary now': Drought-hit farmers face harsh winter'At the end of the day, everyone takes their turn at a bad season - this is ours.'17 Mar 08:25 PM
Waikato HeraldTokoroa receives biggest housing boost since the 1970sStrathmore Park is expected to deliver 187 homes in stages.17 Mar 07:26 PM
Sport‘Privileged and excited’: Pāpāmoa mum’s journey to Ironman successNicole Storm cried with pride for 30 minutes after finishing her first Ironman.17 Mar 07:08 PM
Waikato HeraldWoman's blonde hair turned pink after partner allegedly smashed her head on concreteThe Crown says she was pushed from a moving car by her partner, and then beaten.17 Mar 07:00 AM
Waikato Herald'Milestone in the history of Boon': Hamilton celebrates special centenaryHamilton's much-loved street art festival turned 10 last weekend.17 Mar 03:13 AM
LifestyleHot air balloons ready to take to the skies above WaikatoFrom March 18 to 22, more than 20 hot air balloons will lift off from Hamilton.17 Mar 02:04 AM
Waikato HeraldKiwiRail didn't follow Coroner recommendation after 2012 train fatality in MatamataThe news comes after Matamata College student Sarie Morton died last week.17 Mar 01:10 AM
Sport‘Pretty farcical’: Empty high-performance centre under scrutinyIntended as a central training hub, the Karāpiro site is now underused.16 Mar 08:18 PM
Waikato Herald‘Prepare for heat stress’: Extreme NZ hot streaks expected to riseScientists warn Hamilton's once-in-a-decade February heatwave is sign of what's to come.16 Mar 04:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHamilton in a campervan: Make the most of a long weekendCombine your trip with Balloons over Waikato this month.16 Mar 05:00 AM
Waikato HeraldRare medical diagnosis saves Waikato man after decades of mysteryGeorge Moanaroa wants to educate communities about acromegaly with a te ao Māori lens.15 Mar 04:00 PM
SportChiefs hang on to top Blues in blockbusterDonning the garb of superheroes didn’t change the script for the Blues and Chiefs. 15 Mar 08:21 AM
SportChiefs battle to thrilling win over BluesAll the action as the Chiefs edged the Blues in Hamilton.15 Mar 07:51 AM
Waikato HeraldMan dead, second critical as police launch homicide investigationThird man sought as inquiries into overnight incident begin.14 Mar 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldQuestions raised around spa pool death of 3-year-old TravisTravis Mallett, age 3, died after a spa pool incident in Reporoa.14 Mar 04:01 PM
Waikato HeraldProtesters take flight against $1.7m Billfish Classic in WhitiangaThe competition featured over $1.7 million in prizes, including $400,000 for the heaviest billfish.14 Mar 12:25 AM
Waikato HeraldPest control initiatives, including hunting competition, ramp up in Waikato"If they (hunters) have any doubts, then don't shoot."13 Mar 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldA young, violent armed robber and his time behind bars with the Man Up groupHe carried out five armed robberies but is now considered a role model for younger men.13 Mar 07:00 PM
Waikato Herald'Bigger purpose': Meet the woman who trains the next generation of mobility dogsAs an 18 year old in Mexico, her dream was to be a service dog trainer.13 Mar 05:00 PM
Waikato HeraldDesert Road reopens after closure cost freight industry $100,000 dailyThe Desert Road closure forced 800 trucks daily on to a 40-minute detour.13 Mar 03:00 PM
Waikato HeraldBeach Hop and rodeo - here’s what’s on in the WaikatoWhat events are on in Waikato?13 Mar 03:00 PM
Waikato HeraldHomeowners snap up nearby house for $4.15m after heated auctionWaterfront homes in Taupō’s most expensive suburb are in high demand.13 Mar 07:20 AM
Waikato Herald‘I just feel sick’: Woman who rescued kids off Matamata train tracks feared death ‘inevitable’A local woman said she had pulled five toddlers off the same stretch of train tracks. 13 Mar 06:00 AM
Waikato HeraldHow to catch rare blood moon in NZ skiesA rare blood moon will be visible across New Zealand.13 Mar 12:57 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice target remote settlement only accessible by boat in hunt for fugitive dad Tom PhillipsPolice said they will be active in the wider Marokopa area over the coming days.13 Mar 12:37 AM
Waikato Herald‘Beloved student’ fatally struck by train namedMatamata College has paid tribute to Sarie Morton. 12 Mar 11:38 PM
Waikato HeraldTruck crash closes part of SH1 in Waikato, delays expectedEmergency services responded to the incident around 10am.12 Mar 10:32 PM
