Waikato
School missed 'red flag' in drowned student's form
The school should have realised Jaden Chhayrann needed closer supervision, a coroner has found.
Nau Mai Town - Episode 14 Taumarunui
There's the main trunk line, a thriving timber industry and friendly folk. But is the story behind the name Taumarunui about a shelter or a fallen warrior? Audio
More than 1000 people turned up for illegal Hamilton street races
Some threw projectiles, set off fireworks, shone lasers at officers and police cars were rammed.
'Hoons' driving dangerously ruining Hamilton - councillor
A Hamilton City councillor says growing reckless and violent behaviour at illegal street racing events is putting people in danger. Audio
Racers ram police cars, drive at officers in 'large gathering' in Hamilton
Police say the crowd gathered at the intersection of Horotiu and Great South roads became increasingly hostile.
Rain, snow and wind to blast the country
Multiple heavy rain, snowfall and strong wind warnings and watches are in place across the country.
What to expect from this year's Koroneihana
It's not all going to be doom and gloom, but expect Māori to "unequivocally" state their position during the celebration of the Māori King's coronation. Audio
Two people found dead in Tūrangi home 'devastating'
A homicide investigation has been launched after the deaths on has been called a "quiet little beautiful street".
Residents furious as highway barrier blocks road access
The installation of a median barrier on a notorious stretch of state highway has riled up locals.
Motorcyclist dies after single-vehicle crash in Waikato
One person has died following a crash in Pukeatua.
'Scary and dangerous': Live bullet goes through recycling plant
The ammo could have blown up at several points with catastrophic results, a staff member says. Audio
Teen stepmum allegedly stomped on toddler causing 'catastrophic' injuries
She was allegedly at "breaking point" before she snapped and caused "catastrophic" stomp-type injuries.
Hospital asked to apologise after multiple doctors fail to diagnose cancer
The patient ended up going private, where a four centimetre tumour was found, and the cancer had spread to her lungs
Top Waikato cop found to have 'bullied' senior officer - IPCA
The IPCA finds district commander Bruce Bird's management style is 'no longer acceptable for NZ Police'.
Body of missing woman found near Hamilton Gardens
A body has been found in the search for a woman missing in Hamilton.
More than 100 tonnes of illegally dumped rubbish counted in Hamilton
Old mattresses, abandoned whiteware and decomposing nappies are among the mountain of regularly disposed of at illegal dumping sites in Hamilton.
Group fights to save Cambridge Water Tower
A group of residents hope to sway the council in favour of saving the 122-year-old tower.
Hamilton's renowned themed gardens to begin charges for out-of-town visitors
Out-of-town visitors have only weeks left for free visits to the themed area of Hamilton Gardens.
'We do not and will not identify as Paeroa': Rural Hauraki reject representation changes
Hauraki District Council mayor Toby Adams said the community has spoken.
One person dies, another hospitalised after serious crash in Waikato
The crash, involving two cars, was reported to police just after 1pm today.