Waikato HeraldTaupō school in lockdown after threatening emailPolice at the school as a precautionary measure.17 Oct 09:47 PM
Waikato HeraldCambridge's Jane McAlpine joins elite squad for international Backyard Ultra eventNZ hopes to improve on 11th place from 2022, with 64 countries participating this year.17 Oct 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldTwo men injured after boat capsizes off TaharoaCoastguard launched rescue after 7 boaties were reported to be in the water.17 Oct 08:36 PM
Waikato HeraldEmergency services exercise turns into dramatic real-life rescueReal-life search and rescue mission called in during exercise.17 Oct 03:01 AM
Waikato HeraldFour fire brigades spend four hours tackling Coromandel blaze“It is a very fragile eco-system; don’t leave a fire unattended.”17 Oct 02:18 AM
Waikato HeraldMeatstock Hamilton 2025: Retro Valley in star-studded line-up at Mystery CreekRetro Valley to perform at Meatstock Hamilton 2025, celebrating local music and BBQ.17 Oct 12:00 AM
Waikato HeraldNZ's biggest fenced wildlife sanctuary cuts staff to make ends meetThe Waikato eco-sanctuary still needs much-needed financial support.16 Oct 09:35 PM
Waikato HeraldAdventurers hit Whangamatā for multisport raceRunning, walking, mountain biking and orienteering featured in the multisport challenge.16 Oct 09:00 PM
Waikato HeraldA record 45 students to graduate from Tipu Ake carving courseThe idea behind the kaupapa was to connect young people with their culture.16 Oct 08:45 PM
Waikato HeraldFunding cuts force Waikato Tourism to pull the pin on international marketingHamilton and Waikato Tourism won't promote the region overseas anymore.16 Oct 02:35 AM
Waikato HeraldFree programme helps rural youths gain driving licences – with near-perfect success rateSince it began in 2020, the programme has helped nearly 700 high school students.16 Oct 02:02 AM
Waikato HeraldThieves damage several stores in Waikato spreeSeveral Waikato stores were burgled and damaged.16 Oct 12:47 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice release two people arrested after Te Awamutu homicideA post-mortem examination of the victim will take place on Friday.15 Oct 08:29 PM
Waikato Herald'Recipe for disaster': Can SAS hunt fugitive Tom Phillips - or use 'deadly force'A military lawyer says the Prime Minister would need to sign-off on a SAS hunt.15 Oct 06:40 AM
Waikato HeraldPolice seeking dashcam footage in relation to Hampton Downs incidentA man was found fighting for his life on Hampton Downs Rd early on Monday morning.15 Oct 04:37 AM
Waikato HeraldHealth NZ chief writes to staff about ‘English-only’ memo, confirms directive also made at second hospitalThe language directive was also made at hospitals in Christchurch and Auckland.15 Oct 02:51 AM
Waikato HeraldHealth Minister says nurses can speak non-English to patients amid Waikato Hospital memoThe memo was sent to nursing staff on Friday.14 Oct 11:57 PM
Waikato HeraldFuture management of 'two waters' in Waipā still being reviewedWaipa District Council's Dawn Inglis said the CCO is about “how we manage debt"14 Oct 08:40 PM
Waikato HeraldWaipā council seeking Pirongia community's input on hall usage and future plansFeedback open until 5pm, November 10; residents encouraged to share their views online.14 Oct 08:20 PM
Waikato HeraldSouthern United Rugby Football Club receives $30,000 Bunnings Rugby Assist grantSURF aims to be a social enabler, offering youth programmes and community initiatives.14 Oct 08:18 PM
Waikato Herald'Frankly disgusting': Hospital staff told to only speak English with patientsTe Whatu Ora defends memo, citing safety; critics say it undermines multiculturalism.14 Oct 07:22 PM
Waikato HeraldLady Tureiti Moxon receives honorary doctorate from Waikato UniversityLady Tureiti Moxon has been recognised for 30 years of Māori health mahi.14 Oct 07:05 PM
Waikato HeraldFour Go Flatting star ‘Lil Henry’ embraces newfound fame, starts clothing labelHenry Stilwell talks life after television series Four Go Flatting.14 Oct 03:39 AM
Waikato HeraldTough few years for Hauraki-Coromandel tourismThe Coromandel tourism sector is still shaking the effects of cyclones and Covid-19.14 Oct 01:40 AM
Waikato HeraldHow much of ratepayer's money Hamilton councillors spend on training revealedHamilton City Council slashed the PD budgets in half, from $6000 each a year to $3000.13 Oct 10:49 PM
Waikato Herald'No one can imagine the daily torment': Daughters praise mother of missing Marokopa children for speaking outThe daughters hope they are 'getting closer to seeing our babies again' soon.13 Oct 08:53 PM
Waikato Herald'Fighting spirit': Waikato mourns loss of activist Michael 'Malibu' HamiltonAn environmentalist, conservationist and surfer, Hamilton passed away on September 24.13 Oct 08:28 PM
Waikato HeraldWaikato secure Bunnings NPC semifinal spot with narrow win over TaranakiTaranaki's late surge falls short; Waikato to face the Lions this weekend in Wellington.13 Oct 07:35 PM
Waikato HeraldMan found fighting for his life on rural Waikato roadThe man was found with critical injuries on Hampton Downs Rd early this morning.13 Oct 06:27 PM
PremiumPremiumWaikato HeraldOpinion: Energy the goldmine NZ First will exploit in 2026 election campaignCriticising the energy companies has proven effective for NZ First thus far.13 Oct 05:55 AM
Waikato HeraldWatch: Winston Peters accosted by protesters, two arrested after pushing Shane JonesWinston Peters described the protesters as "woke and feral".13 Oct 04:03 AM
Waikato HeraldShane Jones calls for new Crown entity to drill for geothermal energyJones is also promising a future for the Marsden Point refinery.12 Oct 06:42 AM
Waikato HeraldSerious two-vehicle Waikato crash, two injuredThe road is closed and diversions are being put in place.12 Oct 12:39 AM
Waikato HeraldInterislander ferries can run for 20 more years, claims Winston PetersThe coalition Government appeared split on what to do about the ferries.11 Oct 11:38 PM