Highway to close for helicopter delivery north of Thames
State Highway 25 at Ruamahanga north of Thames will be closed for short periods today.
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Waikato cyclists begin push for Paris Olympics
No summer holiday festivities for New Zealand track cyclists.
Holiday over - it's back to road works for Waikato crews
NZTA is reminding Waikato motorists of significant upcoming roadworks.
Teens faint, 'beg driver' to pull over after air-con fails on bus home from festival
The bus had to pull over mid-journey amid concerns it wasn’t safe to continue.
'She was killed in front of me': Mum shares horror after daughter's driveway death
Mother advocates speed bumps and slow down signs in shared driveways
‘Is my arm even on my body still?’: Young motorcyclist’s frightening realisation after crash
Teen colleague was among first on scene as volunteer fireman, sharing jokes with hurt pal.
Māori King calls for hope over protest while dismissing Govt Treaty bill
It was estimated more than 10,000 people from across the country attended the hui.
Man found dead in Waikato River victim of foul play - police
Boaties found the man near Ngāruawāhia on Thursday.
Waikato foodbanks 'desperate' for donations
Vinnies Hamilton is deciding if they should limit food parcels to six per family per year.
Grandad died after waiting 30 hours in ED. His family fought for months for answers
Waikato Hospital has apologised to a Hamilton family after an internal investigation.
SH29 at Hinuera to close during the day
NZTA just announced daytime road closures near Matamata in February.
Gang leader with 84 convictions hands over $300,000 of ill-gotten gains
Police had sought $1.6 million which they estimated Pink netted through gang life.
'Recovery has truly begun': Waikato buzzing this summer
Summer has been treating the Waikato well - and there is still more to come.
Woman in tears as she appears in court charged with murdering gang member
She is accused of murdering a Mongrel Mob member, Te Reo Wickcliffe-Heta.
Mesmerising documentary about famous spy writer
This John le Carre documentary looks at the real man behind the thrilling spy tales.
Cultural advisor had to choose an English name in her own school years
Te Ao Marama Maaka remembers the day her Māori identity was taken from her.
Delays for SH1 South Waikato as road widened for median barriers
Works in two areas south of Ātiamuri will see delays on SH1.
Large swell warning for North Island's east coast
Swells peaking up to 3m are expected for the entire east coast of the North Island.
Film festival shares global bike stories
Big Bike Film Night premieres in Taupō before going on the road throughout New Zealand.
Aerobatic airshow over region's events this weekend
Providing aerial entertainment for a flying school, an airshow, cricket and motor racing.
From 5 to 82, paddlers at Lake Karāpiro go for gold
The Waka Ama Sprint Nationals have been around since 1990.
This hui is a demonstration for Māori to come together
Opinion: The hui called by Kingi Tuheitia must unite Māori.
'I can't send this man to jail': Judge's conundrum in sentencing machete attacker
Jaden Minhinnick sliced off his neighbour's earlobe and left him with a broken arm.
Charges for man in Cambridge accused of indecently assaulting young girl
The man is charged with indecently assaulting a female under 12 and intimidation.
Jandal-clad Seddon Park ‘ball thief’ goes public
The man at the centre of the Seddon Park controversy has broken his silence.
Air Force to fly above Waikato and Bay of Plenty this weekend
T-6C Texan II aircraft will be seen above Matamata, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga and Taupo.
Gliders to descend on Taupō
A regional gliding competition kicks off in Taupō tomorrow.
Former Chiefs players to star in Ireland's Six Nations title defence
Kiwis will once again feature highly in Ireland's 2024 rugby team.
Crash on Waikato Expressway causes delays north of Pōkeno
A crash is causing delays on the Waikato Expressway.
Waikato news in brief: Recyling changes and lemurs
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Quiet start to summer for Taupō and Tūrangi Police
With a few notable exceptions, the festive period has been peaceful in Taupō and Tūrangi.
Bombshells to hit Waihi Theatre during art and street festival
Waihi Drama Society are blowing the lid off the inner workings on women.
‘It’s now in ruins’: Fire guts vendor’s home after renovation
Property likely to be bowled by new owner, says agent.