Latest Waikato news
Hard data shows concrete roads more cost-effective than tar seal
Concrete roads are said to be 17% cheaper over their lifespan, better for the environment.
Couple want dog responsible for death of pet found before it kills again
The loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.
Operator cautious as Thames welcomes new information centre
Thames has a new information centre but there are challenges ahead, its operator says.
Don't despair - Repair Cafe could make it work
Volunteer's 3D printer helps revive otherwise broken and useless items.
Reflection Day: Chance to showcase environmental gains
Pirongia enviroschool shares achievements and outcomes with community.
Taupō Lions at large in the community
The local Lions Club has clocked up lots of hours fundraising for the community.
Social action spurs student to help foodbank
Year 10 students put their social action plan into helping this Christmas.
Legacy volume launching in Te Awamutu
Bricks & Mortar: Te Awamutu historic buildings in print.
Trial of two hour parking over summer
Council take heed of submissions and set to trial extended Te Awamutu CBD parking limits.
Milestones: You can't reach them all
Community newspaper closure proposal dampens blood donation milestone.
Bar staff robbed at gunpoint in broad daylight
Police are appealing for information after the robbery.
How grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up day
The Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.
Tauhara College head students cover the ground
Sean, Aja, Flynn and Lucy have a good balance of interests from academic to sports.
Taupōnui-a-Tia College student leaders 'well aware' of predecessors' legacy
Tawhai, Vanya, Mia and Scarlet said they were ready to fill the big shoes.
Tūrangi Foodbank gears up for annual Food Drive
Tūrangi's annula food drive is happening on Monday.
‘Sweet baby Maverick’: Marokopa child marks milestone while still missing
Tom Phillips and his three children were spotted in the Marokopa bush last month.
Historic railway station building bounces back from arson attack
The station has been renovated and will be turned into a museum soon.
Car engulfed with fire on SH29
A vehicle caught fire on State Highway 29 in the Lower Kaimai Range on Wednesday evening.
Waikato Business Award winners 2024 show sector's resilience
'Teamwork, tenacity and trust turned to gold for our whānau.'
Detours: Waikato Expressway closures start this Sunday
Ngāruawāhia section of Waikato Expressway to close day and night until mid-December.
NZ's most prolific road-tripper: Nine hidden gems off our main highways
What happens when you come face to face with a heavy truck on a single-lane gravel track?
Cycling NZ lawyer denies ‘threat’ to Podmore in meeting over Tokyo Olympics snub
A three-week inquest in Hamilton is investigating the Olympian's death in 2021 aged 24.
Homeowners want fireworks banned after house destroyed by fire
Fire and Emergency investigators believe the house fire was caused by fireworks.
Sinkhole threatens main artery road to Pāuanui
The tomo is being monitored 24/7, Thames-Coromandel District Council says.
Mystery crash: Car rolls off road, occupants disappear
Police are still investigating while Fenz confirmed they attended the scene two weeks ago.
‘I can’t recall’: Ex-Cycling NZ CEO blanks on meetings, chats about Podmore’s wellbeing
A three-week inquest in Hamilton is investigating the Olympian's death in 2021 aged 24.
Community jumps to the aid of Taupō family after mobility van stolen
The community rallies after disabled man's van stolen.
Woman of the Hour 'not just another serial killer story'
It's ingenious directing, outstanding acting - filmmaking at its best, Jen Shieff says.
'A lot of angry people': Workers at NZ's largest paper mill told of plans to halt production
Many workers chose to walk out of a meeting at Kinleith Mill this morning.
Pony Express? Motorist stunned at 213km/h speeding ticket for horsefloat
The police admit there was an issue with cameras detecting truck speeds at this site.
Recreation hub gets tick of approval
Waihī Recreation Hub development closer to reality.
Pest control at Spa Park captures more than 300 critters
The council wants volunteers to take over the Spa Park wildlife protection project.
'Holy s***, call 111:' Learner driver feels 'terrible' for airborne crash that injured four
Craig Foliola's teen passenger spent a month in hospital but he's avoided a conviction.