Search for missing person continues after Port Waikato jet ski incident on Christmas Day
Two inflatable rescue boats and two jet skis were launched, joining a rescue effort including the Police Eagle,…
Waikato River float warning as Taupō officials highlight drowning risk
This year, with outflows from Lake Taupō expected to be higher than normal, the risk has also increased.…
Two people injured in Christmas Eve Ngāruawāhia stabbing
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How the Whitakers bought their first Waikato dairy farm in their 30s
“Rob’s was in Tirau, and mine was in Te Puke. “We rented them out for five years, managed…
Over the Moon cheese owners go to police after discovering sub-par dumped products sold on roadside
Arther said the cheese was sent to the landfill after a selection did not meet the company’s standards,…
Waikato’s Newstead Orchard: Future secured as new partner takes over operations
Her brother and head orchardist, John Woolford, was also keen for more time away from the orchard work.…
Bay of Plenty holiday roading works set to ease summer travel pressures
“Queues might be a little longer when the passing lanes are closed, but there will be minimal impact…
Matamata, Whangamatā and Paeroa drug raids lead to five arrests
A 34-year-old local man has been charged with possessing methamphetamine for supply and obstructing police. He is due…
SH2 passing lanes to close for Auckland to Coromandel holiday traffic
“Queues might be a little longer when the passing lanes are closed, but there will be minimal impact…
Waikato crash on Arapuni Rd: Police launch critical incident investigation after one killed
“Two people in the offending vehicle were seriously injured, another two passengers in that vehicle received minor injuries.…
Waikato: One dead, three injured in Waipā crash
One person has died after a crash in the Waikato. One person has died following a crash in…
Derby winner Sharp ‘N’ Smart back in winner’s circle after 32-month drought
Just as it looked to be a two-horse fight, race favourite Gigi joined in at the 150m and…