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'Not ideal': Farmers face uncertain future as fuel prices skyrocket
"One of our forage harvesters would use over 1000 litres a day, probably 1500 litres.”
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Five Kiwi women reveal why small group food tours are selling out in NZ
Their new food-led tours are selling out in India, China, Sri Lanka and further afield.
'It didn’t feel real': Farmer in shock after finding skeleton by highway
Farmer Clare Douglas said the skeleton was clothed and had work boots on.
Traffic disrupted on Waikato state highway after human remains discovered
Police were called about 10am after the remains were discovered.
Man appears in court after family harm incident closed rural Waikato road
The 47-year-old was remanded in custody without plea.
Man in custody after family harm incident closes rural Waikato road
Armed police were called just before 12.50pm on Monday.
Former student steps up to lead longstanding Hamilton dance studio
Kerry Davis, who took over after her mother’s death in 2019, is retiring.
'You can go get f****d': Drink driver who taunted police convicted after crash that killed mate
Aron Templeton drank about 16 standard drinks before getting behind the wheel.
States of emergency extended as Waipā, Ōtorohanga face long recovery
Road crews are still restoring access where flooding and slips cut off homes.
‘Talked about for generations’: Mayor warns flood damage only just emerging
States of emergency remain in place as the wild weather begins to ease.
After failing to rob a toy-store, a trio of masked men led police on 180km/h chase
The high-speed chase ended when the tyres of the men's getaway car were spiked.
'It's toast': Highway bridge wrecked, ute plunges into gap amid deadly floods
Resident says 250-300mm of rain fell in eight hours and some farm crops are 'decimated'.
Family devastated after watchdog finds no one liable for dad’s death after pharmacy error
They believe the overdose triggered the heart attack that killed him.
'Violent gang member' allegedly presented firearm at police during standoff in Hamilton carpark
Police say the man was wanted over serious violent offending on January 29.
Rule change: 12-month prescriptions will be ‘less stressful’ for patients
A Hawke's Bay medical centre is welcoming the rule change for 12-month prescriptions.
Year-long prescriptions start, but pharmacists warn of strain
Patients on stable long-term medicines may now get one script for 12 months.
Husband charged with careless driving causing death of wife in crash
The single-vehicle crash occurred on August 9 last year on SH23.
Domino’s Pizza workers chase down brazen burglar as he steals TV from store
Kevin Kaukau also stole several loaves of bread and hundreds of crates.
Six people now charged after Mt Wellington fatal stabbing
Two were arrested last month. Since then, four others have been accused of lesser charges.
Risky title shot could launch Masson into world contention
Karim Maatalla has knocked out all 11 of his opponents in his victories.
Entries open for farm ownership prizes at NZ Dairy Industry Awards
Awards from ASB and Fonterra help farmers take the next step towards farm ownership.
Jailed rapist 'swallowed razor blade' when told he had to change prison units
Kane Dawson was then charged after he refused to hand over the blade.
'Our cows really surprised us': Why less is more on this dairy farm
The Burgesses' 320-cow Friesian herd now averages 700kgMS from 550kg cows.
New Year Honours 2026: The full list
The 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.
Cream spill slicks 10km stretch of Waikato highway
Police were alerted just before 4am and crews are clearing the road.
Fast, fearless, hungry: US midget star leads Baypark’s summer clay assault
USAC Midget champion Cannon McIntosh headlines the Easysteel Midget Car field.
Northland Lotto player scoops $6.2m, others win prizes
Ticket holders nationwide won between $28,928 and $200,000 last night.
$6m Powerball jackpot struck as one player scoops top prize
The $6.2m haul is the biggest Lotto win since a $16m jackpot on December 10.
Farmers, companies fined $108,000 for Waikato dairy effluent discharges
The effluent discharges were all in Te Awamutu area in March or August 2024.