Waikato
Call for Kirikiriroa to be city's dual name along with Hamilton
The direct descendant of the hapū who lived at Kirikiriroa Pā has called for a dual name for Hamilton. Audio
Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by train in Matamata
A person is in a critical condition after being hit by a train in Matamata.
Housing development over historic rua 'baffles the mind' - Ngāti Tamainupō
A Ngāruawāhia hapū has been left in the dark as to why they were not properly consulted about a decision to destroy 300-year-old rua (food pits), it says.
Motorcyclist killed in crash near Hamilton
A motorcyclist has died in a crash north-west of Hamilton this afternoon.
Cannabis oil infused lollies, chocolates and baked goods seized by police
Police have seized lollies, chocolates and baked goods infused with cannabis oil from a Hamilton address after investigating production and distribution of edible cannabis products.
Ruakura Port project closer to reality with more than $30m in funding
The Ruakura Port development north of Hamilton has recieved more than $30 million from the Provincial Growth Fund and the commercial arm of iwi powerhouse Waikato-Tainui.
Police seek help in finding missing Waikato teen
Waikato Police are asking for the public's help to find missing Hamilton teenager Freedom Davis.
Murder investigation launched after death of man in Hamilton
Police are seeking public help in a murder investigation, after a man died in Hamilton last night.
Homicide inquiry opens after man dies at Hamilton property
A homicide investigation has been launched after a man died in Hamilton today.
Waikato artists embracing diversity in a time of crisis
Waikato artists are being asked to help to encourage unity in the region in the face of escalating online bullying and racism during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a few days Creative Waikato will announce… Audio
Waikato to Auckland rail project back on track
A new passenger train service from Waikato to Auckland is tentatively predicted to start in November after delays caused by the Covid-19 lockdown.
Para Kore - Working Towards Zero Waste
Para Kore is a waste and recycling initiative that works within Māori organisations to reduce waste. It began over a decade ago and has spread to almost four hundred marae across the country. From the… Audio
Honey
The honey production season has been better this year, but there are still large numbers of beekeepers trying to get out of the industry because they are not making money. Chris Honnis is a small… Audio
Honey
The honey production season has been better this year, but there are still large numbers of beekeepers trying to get out of the industry because they are not making money. Chris Honnis is a small…
AudioPolice investigate death in Tokoroa
One person has died at a residential address in Tokoroa in south Waikato this afternoon.
SMASHing it
SMASH has been set up to help dairy farmers, particularly those with smaller operations, run successful businesses. Audio
SMASHing it
SMASH has been set up to help dairy farmers, particularly those with smaller operations, run successful businesses.
AudioA Rosy Job: Apple Picking
Rosemary Freeman is switching her role as an AgResearch technician for an apple picking role until the country moves out of Covid restrictions. Audio
A Rosy Job: Apple Picking
Rosemary Freeman is switching her role as an AgResearch technician for an apple picking role until the country moves out of Covid restrictions.
AudioNo wider testing for Matamata cluster
The Waikato DHB says it can't offer wider Covid-19 tests for people who attended a St Patrick's Day party linked to one of the country's largest clusters.
