Golden Bay and Waikato farmer fatalities spark tractor hoist safety warning from coroners
Golden Bay farmer Melvin Robinson with sons Brendon (right) and Zane Robinson. Melvin was one of two farmers…
Vegetation fire breaks out near chicken farm in Tuakau
Flames tore through dry grass, sticks and low scrub, sending plumes of white smoke drifting over the rural…
SH1 Meremere crash: Motorcyclist seriously injured, lanes reopen northbound
“One patient, in serious condition, has been transported by road to Middlemore Hospital,” a St John spokesperson said.…
Former minister Andrew Bayly won’t stand in Port Waikato electorate, seeking list-only position
“I believe it is important that the people of the Port Waikato electorate are represented by someone who…
Waikato police incident: Man appears in court after incident in Parawera
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Waikato police incident: Man in custody after family harm call to Parawera
Cordons were in place near Arapuni Rd and the public was asked to avoid the area. “There is…
George Mason Charitable Trust donates $5m to University of Waikato for research
The research aims to strengthen understanding of the connections between nature and society, and support the development of…
Three of a group of burglars who caused ‘utter mayhem’ across Waikato sent to prison
Hohepa-Strickland faced the same charges except for one, which involved the burglary of Hillcrest Mobil. Judge Cocurullo said…
Lake Whakamaru lifestyle subdivision approved after tied South Waikato District Council vote
Split council, settled decision The council vote followed the release of a commissioners’ decision dated January 21, which…
Chiefs halfback Xavier Roe marks 50th game in home Crusaders clash
“It was always a dream to play professionally, but I wouldn’t have thought I’d play one game, let…
South Waikato council walkout after mayor challenged on camera ban by councillors
A council spokesperson said councillor Zed Latinovic “interjected” while the mayor was addressing Bruce Simpson, the member of…
Waikato River rescue: Seven people pulled from water near Taupō
Police were able to talk with the seven people in distress and contacted the Coastguard and harbourmaster. Using…