Waikato
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.
Woman charged with murder of Re Reo Wickliffe-Heta granted name suppression
A 24-year-old woman has appeared in court charged with murder, after the death of a man in Hamilton last last year.
Nationwide hui to be 'touch point' for 'many, many years to come'
Final preparations are underway for Waikato Tainui as they get ready to host the masses for a hui prompted by concerns over coalition government policy. Audio
Man accused of assaulting girl in Cambridge
Police in the Waipa District have arrested a 33-year-old, charged with indecently assaulting and intimidating a girl under the age of 12.
'The only good thing about Hamilton is that it’s close to somewhere else'
Jessica Keane has already heard every negative thing you've got to say about Hamilton. To tell the truth, she might even agree with some of them. But that doesn't mean she's not fond of her hometown.
…Mayor has 'no regrets' over signing off email 'go f... yourself'
"If people were to say this is not the language or decorum you expect from a mayor, I would take that criticism on the chin," says Len Salt.
Thunderstorm warnings for North Island
MetService said localised downpours of up to 40mm an hour may affect some areas from 3pm on Monday.
Safety improvements on SH5 can't come soon enough - transport boss
Widening works on the road between Napier and Taupō which has claimed 13 lives in seven years start tomorrow.
Road worker critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Waikato
A man has been charged after a road worker was critically injured when a vehicle sped through a work site in Waikato.