New Zealand Architecture Awards 2025: Hamilton bridge and Coromandel home recognised
“This house is a sensitive and understated insertion into its rural setting. “An L-shaped plan enables the house…
Positive updates as injured jockey Bailey Rogerson brought out of induced coma after Rotorua racing fall
Bailey Rogerson is in improved condition in Waikato Hospital after a race fall on Sunday. Photo / Trish…
Global warming and flood risk: Modelling shows potential Waikato impact
The Paris Climate accord has tried to cap global warming at 1.5C. A recent United Nations report cautions…
Waikato police renew appeals for missing man Louis in Te Aroha
“As time passes, we are getting more concerned for his wellbeing.” Cranshaw said police have been searching around…
Waikato police renew appeals for missing man Louis in Te Aroha
“As time passes, we are getting more concerned for his wellbeing.” Cranshaw said police have been searching around…
The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum changes hands as founders retire
Since the start of their mission, the couple have planted more than 25,000 trees. Over the years, they…
Whitianga fire brigade urges empathy after fatal SH25 crash
The Whitianga Volunteer Fire Brigade responded to the crash, but took to social media to ask the public…
Judge delays sentencing for Auckland driver after meth-fuelled pursuit results in Waikato crash
Those who are accepted into the programme and eventually graduate receive community-based sentences. But the judge noted he…
Waikato Regional Theatre set for January debut as Teeks headlines opening night
He has been working on a new album recently which is nearing completion, while his latest single, Red…
Waikato cop loses discharge bid after excessive pepper spray of motorist
‘Already suffering immensely’ On the morning of January 10, last year, the officer, wearing his police uniform, was…
Balloons Over Waikato 2026: Special shapes are Lulu the Leopard and Prickly Pete
For Randall, ballooning is more than just flight, it’s about that feeling of “being free up there”. “It…
Waikato farmer Snow Chubb’s tree‑planting vision still shaping sustainable farming
Chubb said the decision paid itself off in “spades”. His cows were producing between 400 and 440kg of…