Racing
Wonder pacer leaves racing fans stunned with career-best victory
Leap To Fame was incredible in the $1 miliion Race by Sport Nation on Friday night.
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Hart says Battle of the Brothers could be decided before final bend
Swayzee and Leap To Fame go at it again at Cambridge tonight.
Butcher says he won't surrender to Aussie pacing superstars just yet
Zachary Butcher is trying to win his second Cambridge slot race with Merlin tomorrow.
No room for brotherly love in race with $1 million up for grabs
Swayzee gets draw to make his little brother Leap To Fame work hard in the $1m slot race
Queensland pair too good for Kiwis but greater challenge awaits
Aussie couple dominate New Zealand's harness racing best at Cambridge.
Kneebone makes speedy start to training career with more to come
Nick Kneebone is bred to be a smart horseman.
Two seriously injured after three-car crash in Waikato
Emergency services were called to the crash about 5.40pm.
'Without fuel, we can’t move': Mr Whippy franchisee mulls cutting street runs
Diesel for the Mr Whippy vans has jumped $1.38 in a month to $3.19 a litre.
Your guide to New Zealand's best Easter weekend events and more
Yet to plan your Easter weekend? We've got you covered.
Kiwi return to ancestral forest after 30-year effort
The first 10 of 40 western brown kiwi have been returned to Ngāti Rangi whenua.
Cancer campaigner and ex-wife of Olympic legend dies at 48
Jackie Robertson leaves behind her only child Zac, 14, who is non-verbal.
From horror fall to horse haven: Couple build new Cambridge training base
Maija Vance rebuilt her life after a fall from her horse left her initially paralysed.
Stable’s stayers face challenging day as summer gets even hotter
Cambridge stable has a great record in staying races but expects a tough day at Ellerslie.
How did your school rank? See the NZ secondary schools and students topping Cambridge exams
The schools with the most individual awards have been revealed.
Three injured, busy Waikato road closed following serious crash
Emergency services were called to the scene just after 2pm.
Mount landslide: 'Very difficult time': Husband escaped slip that trapped 'hero' teacher
Holidaymakers say Lisa Maclennan woke them at 5am, likely saving multiple lives.
Local legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year Honours
Dame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.
New Year Honours 2026: The full list
The 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.
'True legend': Horse community mourns polo player who died in accident during match
The Whanganui 88-year-old died when a horse knocked him to the ground.
Cambridge Stud stallion continues stunning start across Tasman
Sword Of State set to have favoured runners in Magic Millions and Karaka Millions.
One dead after two-vehicle crash in Waikato
The two-vehicle crash on Arapuni Rd in the Waipā district was reported just after 8.40pm.
Andrew Scott: Forget last start, Sassy Lass can go one better in Cup
Matamata stable has a powerful team at Te Rapa for Waikato Cup Day.
Police charge three over Hamilton copper thefts
The alleged thefts targeted reels of copper at a Frankton commercial site.
Brave 7-year-old takes on Tryathlon after major health battle
The Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon series has involved over 500,000 children since 1992.
'Take extra care': Fire crews battle vegetation blaze by Karāpiro highway
Cambridge, Tīrau and Matamata crews are there with three fire engines and a water tanker.
Waikato powerlifter eyes gold as Special Olympics Games head to Christchurch
Waikato is sending 41 athletes to compete in seven sports at the event.
Provence returning to scene of greatest win, chasing more Group 1 success
Provence heads back to the scene of a huge win, looking to add to trainer's stellar run.
Glamour girl favourite for five of summer's biggest races
Well Written is spoiled for options over the summer.
Stephen Marsh’s Swiss Prince stakes 2000 Guineas claim with Sarten win
Swiss Prince’s Tauranga win tightened his 2000 Guineas odds from $14 to $4.50.
'Neighbours thought I was a bit abnormal': Farmer's planting idea pays off
Snow Chubb started planting trees for his cows 30 years ago, 'it was just common sense'.