Tokoroa & South Waikato news
Last paper machine shuts at Kinleith, 150 jobs lost in major transition
The Kinleith mill's last paper machine has stopped, cutting about 150 jobs.
One dead after crash involving vehicle and pedestrian
The crash occurred just before midnight, closing a residential street temporarily.
Woman sexually assaulted taking dog for late-night walk
The assault took place in Tokoroa last night, police say.
From a pig pen to home ownership: Jeannie Maano's migrant journey
'I had to grab any option. It was survival of the fittest.'
Combined cleaner-security roles at Waikato hospitals raise safety fears
Cost savings from the scheme fell short, saving $137,300 instead of $207,300.
Putāruru to host historic lightweight title fight
Waikato boxer Jadene Treadaway will take on Tricia MacKenzie.
'Invitation to connect': Matariki Festival brings events to Waikato
The programme will see events take place in Hamilton, South Waikato and Kāwhia.
New partnership boosts South Waikato businesses
The Chamber of Commerce helps to 'break down barriers' for local businesses: CEO.
Celebrating Waikato farmer Gordon Stephenson’s legacy
“He believed deeply that you should leave the land in a better state than you found it."
'State of disbelief': Man in court accused of murdering Tokoroa father
Rapana Heretini, a father of two, died on May 29 at Waikato Hospital.
Science with honours: Chris Duggan's transformative impact recognised
Chris Duggan founded House of Science in 2014 to boost primary science education.
Waikato community stalwarts receive Kings Birthday Honours
There are at least 15 people with connections to the region named in the 2025 list.
Council floats supergroup proposal for community feedback
Ruapehu is considering a “potentially more beneficial” water services partnership.
Waikato rescue helicopter completes almost 50 missions in April
Five motor vehicle accidents were among last month's callouts.
NZ's new cheapest petrol station revealed
Gull shook up competition in the fuel sector, but the price gap is now closing.
'State of disbelief': Man in court accused of murdering Tokoroa father
Rapana Heretini, a father of two, died on May 29 at Waikato Hospital.
Science with honours: Chris Duggan's transformative impact recognised
Chris Duggan founded House of Science in 2014 to boost primary science education.
Waikato news
Atmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh deluge
Soldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.
'Quite a mess': Man who rammed cop car in stolen vehicle given jail and a $10k bill
Kale Wright drove through a checkpoint, then sped off on the wrong side of the road.
NZ Super Fund-backed Kaingaroa Timberlands expands with Waikato land purchase
Kaingaroa Timberlands has bought 9200ha of forestry land in South Waikato.
More Tokoroa & South Waikato news
Community effort helps to replace Waikato church roof
Revamp of church, built in the 1960s by volunteers and businesses, is well under way.
SH1 reopens: Truck driver dead after crash
The crash involved a truck and a parked car near Sholson St.
200 new retirement homes coming to Putāruru as Overdale Estate hits stage two
Ground first broke on the $200m, 400-home Overdale Estate development in 2022.