New ZealandPiarere safety improvements in final stagesThe Hickey Road intersection of SH1 has been known for road deaths and serious injuries.29 Feb 11:15 PM
New ZealandWaikato youth selected for New Zealand Youth Ministock teamThree local teenagers have been selected for the New Zealand team of six.29 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand's most 'Instagrammable' locations revealedA newly released ranking, based on Instagram data, shows the country's most popular spots.28 Feb 01:55 AM
RacingPunters on edge for Otaki-Maori ClassicDesert Lightning is favoured in Otaki-Maori Classic, but rain threatens to upset it.23 Feb 07:55 PM
RacingOpie Bosson may find himself in an unusual position at MatamataBosson is fresh back from riding Imperatriz to win the Lightning Stakes in Melbourne.23 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandCoroner names Christopher Taukiri as man shot by police near MatamataTaukiri allegedly pulled a gun on police and another person. His funeral was on Tuesday.23 Feb 04:12 AM
New ZealandWife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' homeThe Matamata horse breeder Greg Meads' release has shocked one local who lives nearby.21 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandMatamata police shooting: Identity of man killed by cops yet to be released as coroner makes non-publication orderThe 31yo gangster's funeral was held today. Police seized several motorcycles throughout.20 Feb 07:21 AM
RacingLa Crique looking to add to elite-level haulSimon and Katrina Alexander are hopeful the best of La Crique’s season is yet to come.20 Feb 04:15 AM
New ZealandMotorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by policePaeroa residents could expect delays on the roads today.20 Feb 01:46 AM
New ZealandChicken shed fire 'not flagged as suspicious'Forty firefighters battled the blaze for about six hours.19 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandWaikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar powerThe Warehouse is using a quarter of the power produced by the solar farm.18 Feb 10:44 PM
New Zealand'Very difficult': Fire destroys Inghams farm chicken shed in MatamataForty firefighters battled the blaze.18 Feb 10:42 PM
New ZealandStriking it lucky: Matamata player's $100k Lotto paydayWaikato winners in Saturday night's draw.18 Feb 07:05 PM
New ZealandOne dead and two injured in multiple Waikato crashesThree crashes in Waikato have had serious impacts on those involved.15 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice fatally shoot man threatening parent and childPolice say the male driver fled during a vehicle stop in Hamilton.15 Feb 02:40 AM
New ZealandOne person with serious injuries after three-vehicle crash near MatamataOne person has sustained serious injuries in a three-vehicle crash.15 Feb 12:04 AM
New ZealandRoadworks to cause disruptions at WaharoaStop-go traffic management will be in place on SH27 at Waharoa but some streets will close12 Feb 09:36 PM
New ZealandWaikato crash: One in critical conditionMotorists were advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible.07 Feb 06:33 AM
New ZealandTwo injured and highway closed after crash near Matamata.Emergency services have been called to a serious crash on SH29 in Matamata.06 Feb 07:44 PM
New ZealandDetour required near Matamata for three weeksMotorists will have to take an alternative route to allow for road works.31 Jan 12:40 AM
New ZealandMinister talks up four-lane highway from Waikato to BOPConstruction kicked off today on the $43.5 million dollar Piarere roundabout.25 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandTe Aroha and Paeroa in the spotlight for reality TV seriesThe towns are set to feature on Country House Hunters NZ this week.16 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandRoad worker critically injured after being hit by car driven 'at speed'Man charged after worker struck, nearby staff assaulted and threatened.12 Jan 12:47 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in December 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.03 Jan 05:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato walks: The five best Te Aroha trampsThere's a family-friendly walk to stretch legs of every size in Te Aroha.30 Dec 12:30 AM
RacingRacing: Glamour Tycoon dashes into rich form for PukekoheBusy day ahead for trainer Stephen Marsh.21 Dec 04:30 PM
New Zealand'True community hall' burns down in rural WaikatoThe fire completely destroyed the building.20 Dec 01:47 AM
New ZealandTe Aroha Spa development put on holdInvestor interest in Te Aroha spa development has cooled.17 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandBig windfall for Waikato tertiary studentsNearly $3.9 million has been awarded since the annual scholarships in 1993.15 Dec 08:45 PM
New ZealandWaikato amongst the top regions for tourism spendingWaikato is in the top areas in New Zealand where visitors spend their money.14 Dec 10:43 PM
New ZealandPolice seek vehicle of interest in street race stabbingPolice are looking for a white BMW sedan they believe was involved in the incident.11 Dec 11:59 PM
New ZealandTwo stabbed at Waikato street race gathering, police appeal for informationPolice are appealing for sightings of a white BMW sedan.11 Dec 11:46 PM
New ZealandTwelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racingTwo people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.10 Dec 04:12 AM
