Waikato
Officer who fired 21 shots at driver justified - IPCA
The actions of a police officer who fired at a driver who repeatedly tried to run him over were reasonable, the Independent Police Conduct Authority has found.
Dairy firm cops hefty fine for smell that caused sickness
A dairy company has received the largest ever fine imposed under the RMA in the Waikato region after an objectionable smell caused residents to vomit and suffer headaches.
Under prepared trampers put lives at risk
Police and searchers have recovered the body of a 51 year old woman who went missing and died while completing the Tongariro Northern Circuit. Searchers have also had to rescue a group of mainly… Audio
Son rubbishes health watchdog's inquiry into rest home's care
The deputy Health and Disability Commissioner has found several failures in the care of an elderly woman at a Cambridge rest home, but her son says the report is a whitewash.
The Karioi Project: bringing back the grey-faced petrel
A community group has been trapping predators on Mt Karioi near Raglan for ten years. Now the rare grey-faced petrel, whose population was in serious decline, is on the gain. Audio
The Karioi Project: bringing back the grey-faced petrel
A community group has been trapping predators on Mt Karioi near Raglan for ten years. Now the rare grey-faced petrel, whose population was in serious decline, is on the gain.
AudioKylie Leonard: committed to dairy farming and community
Kylie Leonard's cows get to enjoy the scent of her French perfume. After a house fire, the Taupo farmer has vowed to live life to the full and not keep anything for special occasions. Last year Kylie… Audio
Kylie Leonard: committed to dairy farming and community
Kylie Leonard's cows get to enjoy the scent of her French perfume. After a house fire, the Taupo farmer has vowed to live life to the full and not keep anything for special occasions. Last year Kylie…
AudioVictim's family: $100m mental health unit 'not going to make change we need'
The family of a man who took his own life after walking out of Waikato Hospital's mental health unit says plans for a new centre at the hospital are good news, but more needs to be done in the…
Surge of complaints over effluent discharges
The Waikato Regional Council says it has received a wave of complaints about mismanagement of effluent from dairy farms.
Falling ramp fatally injures worker in Te Kuiti
A worker has been fatally injured by a falling 300 kilogram ramp in Te Kuiti, south of Hamilton.
Inquest begins for man shot by police near Thames
An inquest will be held today for a man who was shot during an armed offenders callout at Thames in May 2015.
Paula Southgate wins Hamilton mayoralty
The new mayor of Hamilton Paula Southgate has beaten the incumbent, Andrew King by nearly 2500 votes.
Takiwatanga Sanctuary - a haven for animals and for families
Steve and Phil Brown have set up their King Country home and farm as a sanctuary for children with disabilities and their families. Their rescued animals are on the staff and help entertain and… Audio, Gallery
Takiwatanga Sanctuary - a haven for animals and for families
Steve and Phil Brown have set up their King Country home and farm as a sanctuary for children with disabilities and their families. Their rescued animals are on the staff and help entertain and…
AudioWaikato man missing for week, police concerned for his wellbeing
Waikato police are appealing for any sightings of a Ngaruawahia man Michael Murdoch, 44, who has been missing for a week.
Appeal for possible victims after rape, indecent assault charges laid
Hamilton police are appealing for information after a man was charged with unlawful sexual connection and indecent assault.
Hamilton's mayoral fight heats up as younger candidate steps in
A 26-year-old, social media-savvy woman could give the frontrunners in Hamilton's mayoral campaign a fright, as her message connects with young voters in particular.
Immigration NZ expands Hamilton office to tackle backlog
Immigration staff will increase by up to 30 percent in Hamilton as the agency battles to improve delays to visa applications.
Rooftop standoff ends with damaged cars, injured police dog and arrest
Power was turned off and cars were damaged as a situation involving the armed offenders squad unfolded in central Hamilton overnight.
