Waikato Lifestyle news
$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awards
An Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.
Theatre, music and sport – here's what's on in Waikato
Find out what events are happening in Waikato.
Hobbiton Movie Set receives Guinness World Record
Peter Jackson's Waikato film set has claimed a big record.
'In the winter, the roads can be a bit scary': The life of a rural midwife
Midwife Sheryl Wright is on call 24/7 with just 10 days off a year.
Centenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friends
Joan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
An Insider’s Guide to Kirikiriroa Hamilton
From iconic gardens to independent food spots, Hamilton's got plenty to boast about.
'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it off
Homegrown is returning to its roots and being welcomed with open arms.
NZ Highwaymen and sports galore - here's what's on in the Waikato
What events are on in Waikato?
Taupō family of six complete 3048km Te Araroa trail in 218 days
Kids as young as six finished the trail with the whole family.
Devilskin to showcase 'satisfying body of music' during RE-EVOLUTION Tour
One of Hamilton's favourite bands is going on tour and you can win tickets.
Business in the front, party in the back this Fieldays
'The team have nailed it – it’s a strategy that everyone can understand.'
Lifestyle news around NZ
How to manage your blood sugar with exercise
New York Times: Exercise is crucial for preventing and treating insulin resistance.
Fetishes, arrests and vomit: Kiwis dish on their worst dates ever
From waters breaking to barefoot serenades, Kiwi singletons reveal their dates gone wrong.
Prince William and Princess Kate land huge Time Magazine award
They were praised for modernising royal philanthropy through social innovation.
More Waikato Lifestyle news
Waikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukī
He piko he tuna is about resilience and love the despite challenges of life.
'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealed
Homegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.
'Little celebration of weirdness': Zinefest triples in size
Festival team predict 60 stallholders will take over the Hamilton library on May 17.
How three generations of women saved a Kiwi fashion legacy
Annah Stretton marks nearly 35 years in business with her mum and daughter by her side.
The NZ beach named among the world's 50 best for 2025
Three Australian beaches made the list this year but the Coromandel spot is NZ's only one.
Not her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarks
Brooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.
A Minecraft Movie achieves record-breaking box office feat
The NZ-filmed movie had the biggest US opening since Deadpool & Wolverine.