Waikato news
'I’ve got four counts of manslaughter and I want to make you the fifth,' man tells cop
Dylan Cossey spiralled into alcoholism following the street racing deaths.
Fishermen beat shark with broom after beast takes giant tuna's tail
The trio of men beat the shark away as they tried to haul the fish onboard.
Driver injured in truck rollover
FENZ crews arriving at the scene found the truck in a ditch.
Storm hits: Power cuts, road closures as rivers rise in Northland
Severe weather watches and warnings are in force.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.
'Help': Body located after Taupō jetski accident, witness heard panicked cries
A rāhui will remain in place in the Acacia Bay area of the lake for the next few days.
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Less than 18 months to live: How this 26-year-old lives with cancer
Paige Suisted wants to be remembered for something good with the time she has left.
'Chance for a real solution': Winston Peters says he will advocate for Kinleith Mill workers
'Targeted government intervention is sometimes necessary.'
Waikato amps up for massive festival and concert season
One of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.
New Zealand news
One dead after two-vehicle crash outside Putāruru
Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 4.50pm.
501 deportee loophole: Sex offender rejoins NZ community with no oversight
The man spent 15 months in an Australian prison before starting a 'suspended sentence'.
Two critically injured after state highway crash near Winton, Southland
Accident has closed part of SH6 and a traffic detour is in place.
19hr deluge: Thunderstorms, gales prompt warnings
Civil Defence has warned people to keep watch on the incoming storm due from 3pm today.
Police divers set to search for person missing after Lake Taupō jetski incident, rāhui in place
The incident happened off Acacia Bay yesterday lunchtime.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Waikato sports news
Up and Under: Kiwi Searancke - a rugby legend in Waikato and beyond
From player to coach, Searancke's impact on rugby spans decades, generations and countrie.
‘Incredibly grateful’: Ian Foster reacts to New Year Honour
The former All Blacks coach has been made a companion of the NZOM.
Hay and Duffy star as Black Caps seal series win
The Black Caps brushed aside Sri Lanka thanks to a quartet who missed the World Cup squad.
Waikato business news
Meridian, Todd's Nova Energy plan big solar project
Solar farm should generate enough power for about 100,000 homes.
Supermarkets face criminal charges over alleged inaccurate pricing, specials
The charges should be a wake-up call about pricing accuracy, the watchdog says.
Fonterra, Mowbray siblings triumph at the Deloitte Top 200 Awards
Fonterra wins three awards at Deloitte Top 200, including Company of the Year.
Waikato lifestyle news
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Rural news
Opinion: Govt's plan to double exports is easier said than done
OPINION: Maybe doubling exports is aspirational. But there is room for improvement.
Trump, trade, and tariffs with Todd McClay
Todd McClay, Richard McIntyre, Mark de Lautour, Todd Clark, Karen Williams.
Live weather updates: Motorists urged to take care amid wild weather
The heavy rain warning for Northland is expected to finish by 2pm.
OneRoof property news
Great-granny ‘sad’ after finally selling school she saved from the scrapheap
Young family snaps up lifestyle block that’s home to Judy Grigor’s old primary.
Why Location, Location, Location stars are selling their Napier villa
They are still on the hunt for their dream Auckland home.
Island trophy home gets more than $8m as interest explodes over summer
"All of a sudden the buyers came out of hibernation.”
Car news and advice
International Auto Film Festa 2025 opens entries to Kiwi filmmakers
Are you an keen filmmaker who happens to love cars? Then this is the film festival for you
BYD could offer autopilot features on every model by 2025
The brand looks set to roll out its advanced Level 2 system across its entire range.
Mazda MX-5 drivers tackle unlit track in unique nighttime event
Lucky MX-5 drivers in the UK recently got to do something only racing drivers normally do.
More Waikato news
‘I can do whatever I want’: Shoplifter threatens to rape staffer during theft
The 44-year-old smelled strongly of alcohol and had slurred speech.
Faded photo drums up $2.9m for classic Kiwi bach
Buyers loved the retro vibe of Matarangi beach house, says agent.
Waihī Refuse Station targeted in ‘senseless vandalism attack’
Hauraki District Council reports act of 'senseless vandalism'.
Coromandel fire: Road to fully open, Fenz boss thanks locals
Fire and Emergency was to conduct another drone flight at first light.
'Housing is a human right': Tamariki in Hamilton emergency motels drops from 516 to 165
Households in emergency housing motels dropped from 507 in 2023, to 144 in November 2024.
Man, 28, charged with murder of Thames victim, appears in court
Maxwell Connor died earlier this week following an alleged altercation.
Police find missing Australian tourist in Waikato
The Australian tourist missing in the Waikato area has been found.
Whangamatā community marae draft concept designs released
Whangamatā is a step close to getting a community marae.