Waikato
Man critically injured after overnight assault in Hamilton
The man was found by police on Avalon Drive with significant injuries police say are consistent with an assault.
Community's only post shop mistakenly listed for closure by NZ Post
For residents, it would have meant the nearest postal store was more than 15 kilometres away.
A History of Student Radio - Episode Five
In this new bonus episode Yadana Saw looks at the challenges facing the Student Radio Network and how the stations are staying alive and relevant in an increasingly digital first, music streaming… Audio
Business owner mystified by NZ Post closure decision
Te Kauwhata is set to lose its well supported postal service at the end of the year. Audio
Diesel fumes lead to supermarket closure
Woolworths Te Awamutu shut briefly after fumes entered a storeroom while a sprinkler system and generator were tested.
Domino's staff chase down TV thief
A brazen burglar was chased down by Te Awamutu pizza store workers after he was busted strolling in and taking off with a television.
'Ill-advised': Film crew told about Tom Phillips shootout before family
Police have apologised to the family in person, saying the situation was "very regrettable".
'Oh, the mountain is collapsing': Witness recounts Mauao landslide
A visitor staying near the Mount Hot Pools has described confusion and fear as a landslide smashed into campervans and tents at Mauao.
Person who died at Coromandel beach named
Jack Oliver-Hood, 37, was a lawyer who worked on the high-profile murder appeals of Mark Lundy and Gail Maney.
'Community of carers': Neighbours pluck 94yo man from Tairua flooding
Debbie Gray's social media plea to help her father brought out the best in the local community.
Coromandel highway blocked after truck crash
The crash is at the intersection of SH25A and SH26.
Mercury Energy powers up new geothermal generator
The generator near Taupō is delivering electricity to the national grid and expected to be fully operational by March.
'It's bad': Whangārei mayor visits areas worst hit by deluge
Homes have been declared dangerous and new slips are dashing hopes of fixing a bridge amid warnings around the North Island.
Man dead after drowning near Coromandel beach
A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said it was called to Hahei Beach at around 3:20pm on Monday afternoon.
The Waikato Regional Theatre
It's a momentous day tomorrow (Monday) in Hamilton and for the whole of Waikato, with the opening of the Waikato Regional Theatre - now known as the BNZ Theatre. Hamiltonians and visitors to the city… Audio
'Disingenuous': The IT worker, his company credit card, and overseas 'escorts'
Richard Escutin racked up thousands of dollars on company credit cards, including flights for his family, car repairs, cash withdrawals and a new watch - as well as escorts.
Watch: Tornado appears to rip through paddocks in Waikato
A reported tornado also damaged houses on Auckland's North Shore as heavy rain warnings remain in place for many regions. Audio
Councillor seeks tourist levy funds to protect Blue Spring site
A Waikato regional councillor says rising visitor numbers are damaging the Blue Spring near Putaruru, with rubbish clogging toilets, coins thrown into the water and unsafe parking. He wants an access… Audio
'Extensive damage' to vehicles after crash involving police car
Two people received minor injuries and were looked over by ambulance staff at the scene.
Jellybeans and water safety: Operation Neptune keeping Waikato boaties safe
A boost for its harbourmaster team is enabling daily patrols on the lakes, rivers, and coasts of the region.
