'Recovery has truly begun': Waikato buzzing this summer
Summer has been treating the Waikato well - and there is still more to come.
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Woman in tears as she appears in court charged with murdering gang member
She is accused of murdering a Mongrel Mob member, Te Reo Wickcliffe-Heta.
Woman, 24, appears in Hamilton court charged with murder
A 24-year-old woman has appeared in court, charged with murder.
'I can't send this man to jail': Judge's conundrum in sentencing machete attacker
Jaden Minhinnick sliced off his neighbour's earlobe and left him with a broken arm.
Waikato news in brief: Recyling changes and lemurs
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
‘It’s now in ruins’: Fire guts vendor’s home after renovation
Property likely to be bowled by new owner, says agent.
Businesswoman dedicates career to normalising Māori culture
Simpson's goal is to improve outcomes for Māori, for current and future generations.
'May as well go big': 70,000 sunflowers as new business blooms
For every sunflower sold, $1 will go to Gumboot Friday.
'He can't control himself': Man draws blood after biting officer's arm
Damien Cripps wasn't taking his ADHD medication at the time.
'We trusted you': Salon manager put client payments into her own account
Lisa Hermes thought she was entitled to the $2808 after incurring expenses.
Two cars stolen in Hamilton: Police arrest three 16-year-olds, two adults in court
Police arrested five people in total overnight over the two stolen cars.
Hamilton City Council announces changes to recycling
Recycling changes across the country mean only plastic types 1,2 and 5 will be collected.
Waitomo player wins share of Lotto $1m
More Lotto luck for region as player wins first division.
Strangulation: The cruel method of control that can be a precursor to murder
New Zealand introduced a strangulation law five years ago. Is it making any difference?
Dodd beats Hinds run record
Dodd broke the Hinds' previous record of 1208 runs in just 49 matches.
Heat alerts issued for parts of New Zealand
Clouds, wind and rain are forecast for some parts of the country - but it's still hot.
Dazzling dozen: Waikato locals scoop up New Year Honours
Among the recipients are a Major General and a Police Detective Inspector.
Not 'a turkey': Tanker driver helps kākāpō dodge death
Motorist who saved a kākāpō from a Waikato highway initially thought it was a turkey.
Work to recommence on Ngāruawāhia section of Waikato Expressway
Overnight closures in Taupiri and Horotiu begin on January 14.
Hamilton tiger cubs turning into chunky monkeys
Hamilton Zoo's new additions have just turned a week old.
Migrants left jobless are sleeping in cars, unable to afford food
Union to hold meeting this afternoon, to update dozens of jobless migrants.
Police shot at during pursuit to help teen avoid arrest on bail
The 18-year-old was involved in the armed robbery of two bottle stores.
Peace-keeping major general honoured for 39 years of service
Major General Evan Williams has served in the New Zealand Defence Force for over 39 years.
NZ's best rugby school revealed: Westlake and Southland Boys' snubbed
An Auckland school is deemed to be the best at rugby in New Zealand and third worldwide.
Dozens of scouts catch Covid-19 at jamboree
The cases were initially reported to be in the 30s.
SPCA feeling the squeeze with peak kitten season still to come
Kitten season is triggered by warmer summer months when cats are seeking to mate.
ELE collapse: Owner accuses clients of not paying, Filipino ex-workers sleep in cars
'I urge you to consider the consequences of withholding payment': ELE owner to clients
Warm weather to welcome Kiwis back to work
MetService anticipates a reasonably summery start to the week for most.
21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deaths
The rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.
Car rolls in Waikato, one in serious condition
One person was trapped inside the vehicle and the Fenz team extracted them.
Drownings in Waikato lead to call for action
The region saw a significant increase in drownings in 2023, according to a new report.
Motorists to avoid Te Rapa Rd, significant delays
Te Rapa Rd in Hamilton is blocked following the collision.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in December 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in November 2023?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.