'No doubt' road works will cause disruption in Waikato in the next six months
Road rebuild works started in several locations across Waikato this week.
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Phil Gifford: George Nepia and the Invincibles' legacy 100 years later
The Invincible fullback's legacy is unbeatable.
'Machine that constantly tunes itself': Waikato tourism operators stand out
Three local operators are in line for a Tourism Industry Award.
Patient strangles healthcare worker in hospital ward; investigation launched
Security staff intervened in a “timely manner”, Health NZ Te Whatu Ora says.
Three renovated houses and a 'hazardous' villa for sale in gated community
The owners are selling up after 18 months.
Opinion: The jacket I've owned for 48 years shows the bonds we form with aged apparel
'My tattered old gloves will probably be hidden amongst the agapanthus.'
Decision time nearing as Hawke's Bay Sports Awards ponder changes
It could be among the most challenging years to pick in the awards' 60-year history.
$18m Tairua development moving forward
An $18 million housing development overlooking Tairua is taking shape.
Council ‘got it wrong’ with controversial road closure, meeting told
More than $5 million in fines have been issued since the controversial closure.
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Spring fair, rugby, golf open and rock music
What's on in Tairāwhiti: Spring fair, Heartland rugby, Golf open championship
Hard yakka going in ahead of Gisborne speedway season
'It’s going to be a great season we reckon and we cannot wait to get started.'
Surf's up: Whangārei local heading to world champs
Whangārei local Heather Easterbrook will compete at the surfing champs in El Salvador.
Festival directors celebrate Gisborne Boys’ High School’s contribution to Longline Classic art
Gisborne's Longline Classic to feature students' art as well as Tiki Taane and Scribe.
Gisborne to host high-energy rock gig with Troy Kingi this Sunday night
Troy Kingi promises explosive final show of Leatherman & the Mojave Green Tour
Gisborne road safety funding slashed by half
The council is set to receive $554,000 for road safety, 56% less than requested funding.
'It was like slow motion': Brother recalls fatal strike during Mongrel Mob brawl
Thomas Te Kani said he immediately dropped to the ground to cover his brother.
Arran Farm raw milk recalled due to possible presence of Campylobacter
The milk was sold through a vending machine at Arran Farm Milk Shop in Feilding.
'It takes a village' to support a mum who's lost a baby
Without any prenatal warning baby Connor died at just one hour old.
'Very sad': Hastings pool to remain shut for summer and likely never reopen
Frimley Pool will likely never reopen after serving the Hastings community for 57 years.
Family sides with Tauranga man jailed for 11yrs after sexually abusing stepdaughter
'Sometimes I get messages from them saying they hate me,' said the 11-year-old.
Bay proud: Heroine's welcome home for sevens Olympic champions
Hundreds gathered at Blake Park to meet NZ's Black Ferns rugby sevens team.
Ngāti Porou play Ruatepupuke captivates audiences during Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
Nearly 1000 attendees enjoyed performances showcasing art and Māori heritage.
Breanna Muriwai disappearance: Police confirm fire at property was deliberate
The house is linked to the vigilante search for the missing woman's remains.
McClay to meet Aussie counterpart in Rotorua
Pair to meet the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting.
Waikato Muslims to showcase Māori Quran
Shakil Ahmad Monir spent more than 20 years working on the Māori Quran.
SH1 closed in north Waikato due to Northpower grid updates
The work will be carried out on Saturday.
‘It’s a worry’: Council fears Raetihi community hub roadblock
A Government directive to councils to deliver the basics has cast a shadow over plans.
Shot man's sister says bail checks 'would have broken most people'
Stephens was described as 'smart', 'generous' and 'kind'.
New lifeguards' clubhouse taking shape but needs final $1m
'We haven’t got a finish date. It all depends on how quickly we can raise the money.'
Mt Ruapehu’s crater lake cools to record level; what that means for eruption chances
Volcano's crater lake registers coldest temperature in seven decades of monitoring.
From mushroom factory to fabulous float: What to expect at this year's Hastings Blossom Festival
'I’ve always wanted to get involved, and this year is the perfect chance to do it.'
The Country: Winston Peters on Parliament standards
Winston Peters, Peter Newbold, Hunter McGregor, Chris Russell.
NPC final rematch: Smarting Magpies plot a path to revenge
Taranaki beat the Magpies in last year's final. It's payback time in Napier on Friday.
Watch: PM speaks after 147 police officers added to gang disruption and community patrol
Almost 80 officers will staff police's gang disruption units with more to come.