Waikato
Third medical school at Waikato Uni a step closer
Waikato University and the Ministry of Health have begun to work to see if they can create the country's third medical school.
Batt by name, into bats by nature
Musical storytellers Tanya Batt and Peter Forster talk to Bryan Crump about Bat's Incredible: their celebration of mammals from the order Chiroptera. Audio
Could wanted man Tom Phillips be on or near his family farm?
Tom Phillips has been on the run with his three children for over two years. Locals reckon he has stayed close to familiar country.
Death of man previously thought 'violently attacked' not suspicious, police say
Detectives were originally treating John Wirihana Isaac's death as a homicide, but now say that is not the case.
Good News: The stories that cheered us up this week
Perfect pass rates, a bar full of redheads and a new dark sky park for the South Island are among this week's feel-good stories.
Banking on seeds for Raglan
People in Raglan have access to a community seed bank so they can plant their own vegetables and ensure local cultivars thrive. Audio
Eighteen month diploma provides alternative pathway into nursing profession
Wintec in Hamilton had a 100 percent pass rate in Enrolled Nursing last year, and advocates say these courses are helping with the country's acute nursing shortage.
Hamilton Zoo giraffe Ndale dies after being anaesthetised
Ndale, a 19 year-old male, died a day after being anaesthetised as part of a health check-up.
Waikato rest home censured after failing to properly care for woman who died after fall
The Aged Care Commissioner has found a retirement home and two nurses failed to properly look after an elderly woman after a fall and her care records were falsified.
Senior Mongrel Mob member jailed for manufacturing, supplying meth
A senior Mongrel Mob member who was leading a meth manufacturing and supply ring was busted trying to bring 1.1kg of the class A drug into New Zealand inside a set of golf clubs.
Hamilton Zoo reveals gender of its new Sumatran tiger cubs
They were the first cubs born at Hamilton Zoo since the birth of Kirana and her brother Kembali in 2014.
New piano festival brings major musical stars to Hamilton
A new piano festival in Hamilton, which brings Chinese and New Zealand students together with famous pianists, has attracted major international stars to the city.
Man found dead in Waikato River was violently attacked
"This all occurred in broad daylight," police say as they probe the death of 53-year-old John Wirihana Isaac.
Police appeal for help after Hamilton man found dead in Waikato River
Police investigating the homicide are asking for sitings and information on unusual activity around the Waikato River.
Missing Marokopa dad still hiding in western Waikato with kids
Two years on from when he first disappeared, police believe Tom Phillips is with his children somewhere around Marokopa.
'The wairua brought them'
Analysis - RNZ contributor Mihingarangi Forbes reflects on the highlights and historic discussions from the weekend's 12,000-strong hui in Ngaaruawaahia.
Severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of central North Island - MetService
Parts of the central North Island are also under a severe thunderstorm watch, with downpours expected in Hastings and Rangitikei.
'Mana motuhake is ours, it will last forever' - Kiingi Tuuheitia
Kiingi Tuuheitia has thanked the estimated 10,000 people who answered his call to come together to participate in a national hui at Tuurangawaewae Marae.
Missing Tokoroa teenager found safe
Police said that a missing Tokoroa 15-year-old has been found safe after being reported missing Friday night.
Gang leader with 84 convictions hands over $300,000 of ill-gotten gains
Jamie Pink is handing over less than one-fifth of the amount police believe he has netted from crime.
