Waikato news
Police look for silver Nissan after Huntly aggravated robbery
Three men allegedly assaulted an employee at a commercial premises on Sunday.
Warnings upgraded: 140km/h gales, torrential downpours to lash upper North Island for 41hrs
Thunderstorms, 180mm of rain from tonight in upper NI, tree and powerline damage likely.
On The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroes
The McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.
On The Up: From tricycle to triumph - Young BMX champ aims for Olympics
Maddy, 13, is a four-time national BMX champion with sights firmly fixed on the Olympics.
Two people seriously injured in Waikato crash
Emergency services arrived at the scene about 4pm.
'Dream come true': Payne wins Jason Richards Memorial trophy in Taupō
The New Zealander was the best driver across the three Supercars races in Taupō.
Lotto: 32 players split Second Division – where the lucky tickets were sold
One player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.
Waiuku death: 50yo man charged after woman’s body found in car
Scene examinations continue at two locations as part of the inquiries.
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On the Up: Waikato music and sports stars share how they stay positive
Music legend Neil Finn and other celebrities share their thoughts.
Autism not a barrier for Waihī’s Todd to pursue his dreams
Autism New Zealand estimates around 1 to 2% (93,000) of New Zealanders have autism.
Code brown? Huntly's 'crappy water' issue continues
One resident feels “disgusted and ripped off” for having to pay rates for “crappy water”.
New Zealand news
'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified
A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.
'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic
However, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.
Heavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam
'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'
Lotto Powerball: Are you New Zealand’s latest millionaire?
Overnight riches - what would you do with tonight's prize.
‘Bizarre’: Lawyer says he can't remember why he deceived client, forged court docs
Benjamin Wong's lawyer: 'It is difficult to conceive of an explanation that makes sense.'
Waikato sports news
Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.
'Dream come true': Payne wins Jason Richards Memorial trophy in Taupō
The New Zealander was the best driver across the three Supercars races in Taupō.
Racing powerhouse: Te Akau scores big with Dream Of The Moon win
Dream Of The Moon secured a decisive three-and-a-quarter length victory.
Waikato business news
Taupō Ironman event generates $23m visitor spending for the region
Taupō District Council estimates the December event earned $50m for New Zealand.
On The Up: GFC to Graham Norton – How NZ winemaker went global
Invivo Wines wants to double NZ wine sales in the US, despite tariffs.
'Transformational' joint venture to unlock Superhub's full potential
Tainui Group Holding's Ruakura Superhub receives major international investment.
Waikato lifestyle news
Not her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarks
Brooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.
Rural news
The Country: GDT auction preview with Mark de Lautour
Damien O'Connor, Hunter McGregor, Mark de Lautour, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.
Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.
Field day on Onenui at Māhia a huge success
The Ahuwhenua field day on Onenui Station at Mahia had about 350 people in attendance.
OneRoof property news
Dutch couple snap up Kiwi log cabin in the ‘middle of nowhere’
Baches in remote Mataikona can still be picked up for around $300,000.
Legendary Kiwi seafood restaurant Fleur’s Place for sale
Fleur Sullivan’s South Island spot was loved by celebrity chefs, including Rick Stein.
Farming guru selling his off-grid wonder - ‘we could have Armageddon and I’d still be OK’
Luxury lifestyle block built with survival and comfort in mind.
Car news and advice
Body-swapped Hyundai Ioniq 5 channels Lancia Delta Integrale
A legendary racing name reappears on an all-electric hot hatch with Hyundai underpinnings.
New Peugeot 5008 Hybrid SUV arrives in NZ
Peugeot's handsome new 5008 SUV arrives as a seven-seat hybrid.
EVs outperform ICE cars in major reliability study
A study by Germany's ADAC shows EVs suffered less than half the breakdowns of ICE vehicles
More Waikato news
Sua’ali’i shines, McKenzie struggles as Chiefs lose Super Rugby top spot in upset
Australian rugby's bright hope showed his class against the former competition leaders.
'I’ll cut your throat,' drug seeker told woman days before breaking man's back
The 24-year-old has a history of drug abuse, mental health problems and violence issues.
Auction record smashed: Local family wins bid battle for star home
Japanese-themed property has won several awards and has been profiled in countless mags.