'Absolute rot': New Minister pushes back on 'beneficiary bashing' critics
'It's a disgrace. There have been massive opportunities.'
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State houses built in China, delivered to Hamilton
Kāinga Ora is accelerating its public housing programme.
SH1 re-opens on all four lanes at Rangiriri
Remedial works at the site are wrapping up.
Waikato-Tainui open major hotel development
The Auckland Airport Hotel is a joint project of the airport and Tainui Group Holdings.
Sunflower business blooms from family tragedy
'I lost my sister in a car accident. Sunflowers were the theme at her funeral.'
Six years to refurbish Puahue Community Hall
Project committee battles through Covid and building shortages to deliver Puahue Hall.
Tūrangi elves wanted to help spread Christmas cheer
Help is wanted for Tūrangi's Christmas Day lunch.
Cannabis in rest homes: Kiwi company uses retirees for medicinal tests
Company trialling substitute for sleep and pain medication in aged care facilities.
Cars banned in some streets to curb 'anti-social' drivers
A Waikato council is banning cars on some streets to deal with bad drivers.
Dominic Bird - the tallest All Black ever - hangs up his boots
Bird retires to spend more time with his kids and partner in Wellington.
Large dinosaur leads the way for new sculpture park
A metres-high balloon dinosaur and a kinetic sculpture will kick off the new trail.
Special learning needs students lose school with a difference
A private specialist school in Taupō closes its doors this week.
Serious injuries in Tokoroa crash
The crash was reported on Strathmore Drive about 6.45am.
Watch: 21-year-old MP challenges Govt in maiden speech
Maipi-Clarke is Aotearoa's youngest MP since 1853.
Police appeal for sightings of two missing people
Police are asking for help to solve two separate missing people cases.
Proposal to change name of village draws public submissions
Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa New Zealand Geographic Board supports the proposal.
Owls and bats feature in adults-only arboretum overnighter
People can now stay overnight at the Waitakaruru Arboretum near Tauwhare.
'Over-parent': Mum's excuse for shooting at police to help ram-raiding kids escape
The woman says her offending was driven by her methamphetamine addiction.
Police seek vehicle of interest in street race stabbing
Police are looking for a white BMW sedan they believe was involved in the incident.
Don’t get caught with worms you can’t kill
Make plans to deal with drench-resistant parasites before it is too late.
'My brain went ding': Juror fined $250 for contempt of court
In looking up information online the man didn't think he'd be breaking court rules.
Benji praises new Wests Tigers signing Alaimalo
The Wests Tigers have signed a former Super Rugby speedster for the 2024 NRL season.
'Frustration' after SH1 repairs delayed by 15 months
The completion date for the works has shot out another 15 months.
'Holding NZTA and councils to account': Port Waikato MP on key priorities
Waikato Herald invites MPs to share their thoughts on the next term.
Summer Festival races return for 2023
There'll be something on offer for everyone at this year's summer races.
Science, law and OEs: What Taupō's Duxes are doing next
We asked Taupō's top award-winning students for their views on recognition and the future.
Roll away from stereotypical Christmas treats
These no-bake treats are decadent but dairy, gluten and refined-sugar free.
Ngāpuhi calling: 1000 registered, hundreds more expected for iwi hui
Ngāpuhi wants record numbers for weekend hui
Chiefs sign Canterbury head coach to join experienced leadership group
Chiefs' CEO says Bourke is fitting in like he's always been part of the Chiefs.
Junior girls' rugby pilot
Sport Waikato and Waikato Rugby supporting programme to increase girls' rugby numbers.
Police appeal for help to find missing 24yo
Devon Jackson-Budgen was reported missing by family on November 21.
School counsellors win $1.8m in damages for workplace stress over student suicides, deaths
Guidance counsellors spent decade in legal battle with high school over workplace stress.
'It was a close call' - Why it took 50 years to build Ruapehu's lahar warning system
That's despite a series of eruptions in 1995 and 1996 highlighting the mountain's risk