Mayor asks for further cost savings as LTP draws in 3000 submissions
Hamilton's rates rises have drawn in a flood of feedback from the community.
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Hamilton boxer writes New Zealand history as first women’s cruiserweight champ
Tinta Smith defeated Sequita Hemingway on Saturday.
'I'm going to kill your children': Man assaults, threatens whānau member
Temuera Paul also broke into a Kāinga Ora house and took a shower.
Man charged three years after crash that killed one, injured another
The 26-year-old made a brief appearance in the Hamilton District Court today.
Netball: HGHS Old Girls defence end outstanding
The Indoor Premier Netball competition had some great games, especially in Premier B.
Councillor questions $70k te reo app purchase in cost of living crisis
The app has been decried as a 'luxury' when the cost of living was already high.
Woman kidnapped, beat young dad in brutal 23-minute attack
After five years, Joshua Terrey's family has some closure - but not the kind they want.
What you need to know before attempting the Tongariro Crossing this winter
Booking ahead, weather research and toilet stops are some items to think about.
'Distressing' reports of dogs discarded from moving vehicles
SPCA says without enough information it's hard to bring people to account.
Waikato player set for Wallaroos debut
Wood helped the Western Force to their maiden finals appearance in 2024.
'Spiritual awakening': Woman got drunk, danced in the rain then set house on fire
Raewyn Newport drank two bottles of wine in four hours.
'That’s when I hit that lightbulb moment' - singer Myshaan
'I started off with RnB, then I moved onto country music and I moved onto Aussie rap'.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
SH29 over Kaimai Range to close for four nights
The closures are needed for asphalt renewals and routine maintenance.
Preparations for 56th Fieldays ramp up
This year's event will have a line-up of 1000 exhibitors at Mystery Creek.
Wrampling, Burr to make season debut for Chiefs
The Gallagher Chiefs will face Moana Pasifika in Auckland on Friday.
Te Huia train service at risk of discontinuing without NZTA funding
A recent review acknowledged 315 individual records of Te Huia train delays last year.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.
Te Rapa section of Waikato Expressway in need of ramp closures until June
Resurfacing works are moving into the next phase.
Crown agrees to drop murder charge against man who helped plan fatal Sandringham dairy robbery
Shane Tane has now admitted his guilt, but not to murder.
New data sought to support the Māori workforce and services
Survey data will help support kaimahi and the kaupapa Māori service they provide.
Waikato athletes eye up spot in NZ team for World Athletics U20 Championships
Madeleine Waddell has earned selection for both the women’s 400m and 400m hurdles.
Ponsonby gunman dead, Canterbury fires and airborne crash | Focus Morning Bulletin May 8, 2024
Alleged Ponsonby gunman found dead, two Canterbury houses go up in flames and footage emerges of a terrifying airborne crash in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
'He was basically dying': Witness' lifesaving move after dashcam horror
Witness describes moment they pulled four injured from crash wreckage.
‘Pretty dire’ situation for patients as junior doctors strike over pay cuts
One senior hospital doctor says the strike has brought huge ramifications for patients.
FTN Motion to release first Hamilton-produced motorbike
The Wellington-born start-up moved to the Tron earlier this year.
Waikato Museum closes until December for 'significant' work
Hamilton City Council said the work had been planned for a long time.
Hamilton Māori ward councillor resigns, triggering second byelection this year
Councillor Melaina Huaki has resigned effective immediately.
Improvised dish a showstopper at special Waikato master chef contest
The Waikato Indian Cultural Society was blown away by Darshana Patel's creation.
'Abused, ridiculed and discredited': Waipā District Council turns off Facebook comments
Meanwhile, Hamilton City Council reports rise in false information on social media.
New Waikato Rugby chief executive wants to build on 'rich legacy'
The board received over 40 applications from New Zealand and Australia.
Rugby flashback: The story of Ron Lockwood
Waikato locals may remember Lockwood for his decades of service as a property valuer.
Chiefs Manawa to provide hit-out for USA ahead of Black Ferns clash
Session begins at 4pm on Saturday with the teams doing a mix of gameplay and scenarios.