Waikato news
Motorist's road rage caused para-cyclist training for Paralympics to crash
The victim, Eltje Malzbender, was still able to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
'Game changer': Corrections Minister opens Waikeria Prison's new 596-bed facility
The jail's extension spans about 21 hectares and includes 28 new buildings.
'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floods
Phil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.
On the Up: South Island charity touch rugby festival champions mental health
The festival is taking place in six cities simultaneously on October 10.
$51m boost for forensic mental health services
Health Minister Matt Doocey announced the four-year funding increase at Waikato Hospital.
Local council closes underused holiday park
Te Kūiti Holiday Park was developed in 2018 with a government grant of $200,000.
New hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays opening
Walkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.
'Mixed bag of extremes': Weather forces tough feed calls for farmers
Some Northland farms experienced flooding five times in recent weeks.
Editor's Picks
'Blood, sweat, and tears': Hamilton fashion label turns 25
A rebrand and a change of hands later, NES is going strong and ready for new chapter.
'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it off
Homegrown is returning to its roots and being welcomed with open arms.
On the Up: Meet teen fire brigade and road safety hero Mila
'Making a small change, that’s enough for me.'
New Zealand news
Opinion: How the world's wealthiest invest beyond traditional markets
UBS surveyed 317 family office clients for its 2025 Global Family Office Report.
'Mum went over the front': Son finds mother in ditch after Akl hit-and-run
One victim's son is appealing for information about the ute involved
Tenants grew cannabis but landlord who allegedly owned other grow houses avoids prosecution
Convicted brothers tried to shift responsibility for drug operation during trial.
Rugby, netball and running event – here's what's on in Waikato
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Waikato Regional Theatre taking shape in Hamilton's main street
The council has agreed to provide $1.3 million in extra funding for retractable seating.
Waikato sports news
'Dave 2.0': Nyika begins second attempt at world title shot
The Kiwi is on the comeback after his first career loss.
Watch: The Kiwi aiming to break the land speed record in homemade car
Dave Alexander will attempt to break the record of 422km/h in his Lakester.
'More to achieve': Dame Catriona Williams on her honour and goals
Williams was a top equestrian before a spinal injury 20 years ago.
Waikato business news
Watchdog assessing complaints after Woolies' false Milkrun ad pricing
Commerce Commission receives multiple inquiries over Facebook ads for delivery service.
'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supply
Genesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.
The Kiwi entrepreneur transforming period care with Uber's support
Last year’s winner, Suraya O’Brien, scaled her business with a prize of almost $54,000.
Waikato lifestyle news
Rugby, netball and running event – here's what's on in Waikato
What events are on in Waikato?
National Contemporary Art Award entries break record for third time
The 2025 finalists have been announced, with winners named before the Aug 1 show opening.
Rural news
'This is the perfect food': Comvita founder on honey's healing journey
Alan Bougen founded Comvita with Claude Stratford, inspired by bees and healing.
Kiwi first-time farmer on what Clarkson's reality show gets right and wrong
As in Clarkson's Farm, author Rebecca Hayter switched city living for the country.
Celebrating Waikato farmer Gordon Stephenson’s legacy
“He believed deeply that you should leave the land in a better state than you found it."
OneRoof property news
Auckland’s new CVs: What the latest valuations mean for buyers and sellers
New research highlights where sellers have the best chance of beating their new valuation.
The 'Jason Statham' effect: Why this home jumped $10m in price
"In some eyes, a house is so special, they want it. That's when prices go out the window."
Wellness haven for sale: Multi-million-dollar French colonial mansion seeks new owner
Cape South is an award-winning retreat in Hawke's Bay.
Car news and advice
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX review: keep on truckin’
The new Prado is bigger and better than ever to drive, but it has an Everest-sized problem
Mahindra XUV 3XO first drive: X marks the spot
Mahindra takes a swing at a popular segment with the launch of a new baby SUV.
BYD Shark 6 Premium review: popularity contrast
The Shark 6 PHEV is positively radical compared to traditional 1-tonne utes.
More Waikato news
Super Rugby teams: Strong sides named for first week of new playoffs
The new-look Super Rugby Pacific playoffs format will make its debut on Friday.
Luke Jacobson re-signs with Chiefs, NZ Rugby for two more years
Jacobson took on the captaincy after the departure of Sam Cane.
SH29 over Kaimāī Range to close for four nights
SH29 will close for four nights from June 15 to June 19, 8pm to 3.30am.