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…
Waikato teacher drank wine while on lunch duty and shoplifted bottles as alcoholism took hold
While the tribunal made its ruling on the matters last year, the decision was only publicly released this…
Sunset Beach sea wall project aims to slow Port Waikato erosion
In 2022, the Waikato District Council asked residents to “manage retreat” after two homes were left uninhabitable when…
Police seek public help to find missing Waikato teen Maiah
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Waikato weather: Ōtorohanga and Waipā districts join forces to combat flood damage
Dow said the weather’s long-term impact was going to be “quite substantial”. “The roading’s not going to be…
University of Waikato Tauranga plans student accommodation near growing campus
Jones said the university had “ambitious plans” for the campus and shared a long-term goal with its partners…