Iconic Hamilton Gardens glasshouses to be removed
The glasshouses have been closed to the public since 2020.
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'Somebody’s got to open that door': Concerns at decision to deny theatres' funding applications
Waikato Herald spoke to local arts advocates about what the cuts mean for the future.
The city opening NZ's biggest independent supermarket
The Hamilton West space has been vacant since Countdown moved out eight months ago.
501 murder-for-hire convict at-large in NZ after wild police chase in $249k Porsche
After a crazy car chase, Tevita got out of the Porsche and peed in front of cops.
How Waikato observed Anzac Day in words and pictures
“Our way of life and the freedoms we cherish are still at stake.”
11 puppies found dumped on roadside in Waikato
The puppies add to almost 300 animals already in SPCA care in Hamilton.
New airline to fly from Hamilton Airport
Sunair is returning to Hamilton Airport with daily flights to Gisborne, Napier, Whangārei.
Waikato Club Rugby: Hinuera to mark centenary
There will be plenty of club rugby action this weekend.
Vehicle crashed into power pole on Meadway Rd
The road was closed for some time while contractors fixed the damaged power pole.
'90 is the new 70': Waikato breast surgeon hails screening-age extension
The Government is working to offer free breast cancer screening for those aged 70-74.
Health shuttle fills up after word gets around
Maori and Pacific people live seven years fewer than those of European heritage.
Police dog punched after burglar caught red-handed on roof with booze shop loot
Sidney Cassidy then attacked a police dog when he was busted for the crimes.
Zippy EV ambulance tackles health of the planet, first in Hamilton and NZ
The electric ambulance can go from 0-100km/h in nine seconds.
Kitchen killing: Man fatally stabbed after trying to break up fight over messy kitchen
Bailey Eccelstone locked himself in his room afterward and claimed it was self-defence.
Large crowds expected for Hamilton Anzac services
Large screens will be positioned at each end of Memorial Park.
The NZ city where an average 190 vehicles are stolen each month
The number equates to an average of six cars per day.
King Country and Thames Valley to open Chiefs vs Hurricanes match
The two Chiefs country provincial unions will play the curtain raiser on May 24.
X-ray machine, laptops, defibrillator stolen from Hamilton dental clinic
Police believe the dentist was plundered between April 8 and 10, and are asking for info.
TA fire brigade receives energy boost ahead of Firefighter Challenge
The Ōhaupō Ngāhinapōuri Lions Club just donated a $6100 training dummy.
Three unbeaten teams in Waikato Club Rugby weekend
Ōtorohanga and Hautapu have also won all of their Premier matches so far this season.
Ambulance hijacked after abscess on man's bottom not deemed hospital-worthy
Levi Ihimaera's lawyer said he "essentially lashed out like a child".
Record entries confirmed for Tainui kapa haka festival
The best of Tainui waka will be out to win places in Te Matatini 2025.
Police thank public for help locating missing teenager
Meela Black has been located after being reported missing on Sunday.
'Shame on the family': Man's descent into violence, porn, adultery after marriage
The couple were only married for a month when the violence began.
'She stepped out in front of me': Woman died after speeding ute hit her and threw her 24m
Peter Napier was doing nearly 70kph when he hit and killed pedestrian Shiqing Li.
Truck crash closes SH27 from Tatuanui to Tahuna for hours
One patient in moderate condition was taken to Waikato Hospital via ambulance.
Chiefs Manawa awards 2024 highlight special players
Captain and Black Fern Kennedy Simon took home several awards after an outstanding season.
What are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?
Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.
'Significant fraud': Care worker steals $25k from two elderly clients
One of the victims has since died, while the other won't get all her money back.
Daffodils planted in memory of loved ones
The planting of daffodil bulbs was 'a symbolic act to celebrate and remember loved ones'.
Food delivery app opens in Hamilton and expands in Auckland
Stay-at-home Hamilton foodies now have a new delivery option.