When Ian Boddington was injured in a bike crash he wasn't thinking about money.

From a young age Liam McGirr chased Hot Air Balloons on his pushbike - this week he pilots his own balloon as part of Balloons Over Waikato. Made with funding from New Zealand On Air.

Hamilton woman disgusted after finding fly eggs on her KFC drumstick

A warm, sunny week is expected across the North Island before the weather takes a turn for the worse on Friday.

A large gorse fire is burning on the outskirts of Hamilton.

A fire at a house in Hamilton is now being treated as suspicious.

Five people, possibly youths, stole cigarettes from the store in the early hours.

Her bruises may be fading but visions of the vicious home invasion are still fresh.

An amendment to the Telecommunications Information Privacy Code now means emergency calls can be tracked to help emergency services locate you more quickly. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Most Kiwis are expecting property prices to continue their skyward climb.

A neighbour said loud music was bellowing out of the upstairs flat.

Luke Jumeau has his heart set on getting signed with the Ultimate Fight Championship later this year when they come to Auckland. The MMA fighter, also known as 'The Jedi', is hoping the country will get behind him on his effort to reach the world stage. Made with funding from NZ On Air

A caregiver who was caught on hidden camera slapping an elderly resident has been convicted of assault.

The Maori King says his cousin, the current MP, has no mana now.

Baby Nathan Christensen's arrival coincided with flooding that forced his mum into a helicopter dash.

A family who has owned property in Pukekawa for more than 100 years is selling up 90-acres of land in an fast-developing area south of Auckland.

A woman in labour had to be flown from flood-stricken Coromandel.

Weather watches or warning are in place for most of the upper North Island as more rain is forecast over the week.

Rhys Richard Ngahiwi Warren denies charges relating to an armed stand-off in Kawerau.

Lionel Patea was jailed for life for killing Tara Brown. The couple's young daughter is now parentless, and struggling.

A Hamilton woman reported missing since late this week has been found this evening.

A couple disguised themselves as hospital staff and visitors to schools before going on a $50,000 spending spree with stolen credit cards.

A cold change sweeping up the South Island this afternoon has seen temperatures drop by double digits in 10 minutes.

Four teenagers have been arrested in connection with a series of robberies in the Waikato region

Driver who killed Kerry Gunn had been drinking, but only sentenced to home detention.

Recent report predictions that rural districts may see a population decline in years to come is being rebutted by the South Waikato which has had 1.3% population rise in the last year. - Made with funding from NZ On Air

Hauraki District Mayor John Tregidga is optimistic about the future of his region - despite dire predictions. But - he wants Government agencies bought back to the district. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

A high-speed chase follows a ram raid at a Hamilton petrol station.

Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick discusses the release of the Maxim Institute population decline report today, and what the Rotorua Lakes Council are doing to buck the trend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick discusses the release of the Maxim Institute population decline report, and what the Rotorua Lakes Council are doing to buck the trend. Made with funding from NZ On Air.