South Waikato to receive its first Māori mayor
Despite the achievement, both candidates want to focus on what they bring to council.
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'Serious neglect' of greyhound given human antibiotics leads to death
A greyhound owner says he should have sought the correct treatment by a vet for his dog.
House left 'splattered in blood' after fight, police apologise for response
The home owner said two people were allegedly fighting "right up against the windows".
Multiple crews battle buildings on fire at former sawmill
At least 12 fire trucks responded.
Missing man acting 'normal' day before he 'vanished'
Shane Edwards 'vanished' from his Tokoroa home on May 14 and has not been seen since.
'We love him and we just want him home': Partner of man missing a month speaks out
Shane Edwards has been missing for a month and has not used his phone or bank account.
One minute the dad of four was doing dishes. Then, he 'vanished'
The disappearance of Shane Edwards, 42, a month ago has his family and police stumped.
Driver dies after car hits house
Police were notified around 2.20pm after the car crashed into a house.
Waikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus events
Matariki Ki Waikato brings theatre, concerts and more to the region for Maori New Year
'Loved and valued' police constable dies in Waikato crash
The 30-year-old was stationed in Tokoroa and had worked in the Taupō area since 2018.
Serious crash closes State Highway 1 in Tokoroa, Waikato
Emergency services were called to the scene around 4.10pm.
Gas main rupture: Evacuated Tokoroa residents allowed to return to their homes
People are being advised to avoid the area.
Explore the Waikato River eight different ways
With twisting waters, bridges, lakes, and dams, adventure awaits on the Waikato River.
Have you been here? Today's Covid locations of interest
Some linked locations are in Tokoroa, Matamata, Bethlehem, Hamilton and Mt Maunganui.
Spill at Kinleith Mill causes horrible stink in Tokoroa
One resident said he woke to a very nauseating smell.
Early morning visit: Two Tokoroa bakeries locations of interest
Two Tokoroa bakeries are locations of interest after a person who tested positive visited.
Delta outbreak: 109 cases - new infections in Northland, Waikato; Auckland vaccine rate latest
There are 35 people in hospital around the country.
Repeat drink-driver jailed for killing 'life and soul' of community
Ismael Mitai has been sentenced to jail after causing the death of a New Plymouth man.
Fire crews called to suspicious blaze in Tokoroa
A fire at a commercial building in Tokoroa last night is being treated as suspicious.
Drunk and drugged driver jailed for man's death
Dods was drunk-driving, on drugs and going the wrong way on the Tauranga Eastern Link.
Crash details revealed: How a family of seven and a woman were killed
Three adults and five children were killed in the horror crash in April 2019.
People injured in Tokoroa plane crash still in hospital
The pair were taken to Waikato Hospital after their plane crashed.
Northland's meth epidemic and the new approach making a difference
Drug experts call for a Northland initiative tackling meth use to be rolled out across NZ.
Drink-driving charges laid after fatal Tokoroa crash
The 40-year-old was allegedly drink driving when the couple were struck.
Rugby league legend and ambassador 'saddened' by brawl
Comments come after fighting erupted at senior match.
DHB attack: 'Good progress' restoring systems and services
DHB says patient care the priority as they plan for the recovery phase after the attack.
Gunshots, violence, police: Person seriously injured in Chch incident
Police are investigating two violent incidents in Christchurch and Tokoroa.
Forestry industry struggling to find Kiwi workers - company offers bonus
The industry crying out for New Zealanders to fill jobs.
Record deal: Iwi buys land under top Auckland school for $97m
The college becomes our 145th school transferred to iwi under treaty settlements.
Man with a gunshot wound turns up to house in Tokoroa - police investigating
The man was taken to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.
Alleged police shooter appears in court
The 38-year-old faces seven serious charges including kidnapping and shooting at police.
'No one in this campground is a no-hoper': The Kiwis who live in caravans
Geoff and Maureen Ward were a working couple with a home. Then Geoff got sick.
Tragedy at crossing: Husband killed, wife fighting for life after celebrating All Blacks win at pub
New Plymouth couple Keith and Lou Roebuck were on SH1 in Tokoroa when tragedy struck.