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'Anybody got fights?': Bullies film violent attack on junior student at Hamilton school
'For God's sake, that's not what should be happening at our kids' schools.'
Tractor pull, fencing and excavator comp: What's on at Fieldays?
It's less than a week to go until Fieldays kicks off for the 56th time.
‘I won’t be able to make it to Germany’: Young law student’s plea for surgery in NZ
Not everyone has the means to raise $180,000 to travel overseas for surgery, student says.
Hamilton rates rise reduced after councillors deliberate LTP
Mayor Paula Southgate said it had been “the most challenging and complex" LTP.
Up to 100 new homes could be built on Rototuna site
Hamilton City Council decided to sell the land at a council meeting last week.
A burden to bear: Mum's angst after Snapchat predator jailed for sex act with girl
The 46-year-old added the teen on social media and said he wanted to be her 'sugar daddy'.
Chiefs hit playoff-mode to eliminate Reds
'You don’t need to do it during the season; it matters in the finals," Luke Jacobson said.
French flair is in the air: Film festival back in Waikato
The French Film Festival takes place in Hamilton and Whitianga.
Kiwis set to take on the best young rodeo competitors in the US
A team of five has been selected for the National High School Finals Rodeo in the USA.
Arohena ‘kid’ to head Zespri
Young leader from Waikato rises through the ranks to head Zespri organisation.
Chiefs hoping for another sell-out for knockout match
Chiefs aiming for back-to-back sell-out at FMG Stadium Waikato.
Waikato councils speak out against Māori Ward polls
"It reflects poorly on central government’s .. respect for the role of local government."
Thieves cut hole in gun club's safe, climb inside and steal rifles, cash and ammo
The whereabouts of some of the stolen guns remains unknown.
Te Awamutu Intermediate ‘shines’ at Waikato round of Showquest
Showquest a chance for students to shine at the performing arts.
Magic netball team celebrates 25th anniversary
Commemorative dress pays tribute to the team’s legacy and symbolises the spirit of Magic.
'Sophisticated and intelligent criminal' gets law degree while on electronic bail
Mason Helm put GPS trackers on Ford utes, cloned their keys, then stole them.
Grief, aroha and unity in small town NZ: Community vigil for eight killed on roads in three weeks
Vigil is for anyone who needs it - whether they knew those killed, or not, says organiser.
Stephen Cox recognised for service to cycling
Stephen Cox has been involved in cycling continuously since 1968.
Kākāpō escapees continue to be trailblazers
The former Waikato residents have been relocated to Coal Island in Fiordland.
Ministry intervenes in Hamilton college just one term after it opens
A limited statutory manager has been appointed at Mangakōtukutuku College.
Business case for Waikato medical school not expected until 2025
Earlier this month, the uni began demolishing the old and vacant B Block for the school.
Chiefs Rugby Club awards annual top honours
Coaches’ Player of the Year was lock Tupou Vaa’i who has been immense for the squad.
Chiefs forward pack re-stocked
Samipeni Finau will be back on the park with his big presence in the loose forward trio.
'He's a hero': Stabbing victim was just days from graduating as chef
Bailey Ecclestone, 22, said he never wanted to hurt anyone that fateful night.
Power cuts cause overflow of untreated effluent in Raglan
Waikato District Council has asked the public to delay showers and limit water use.
HCC reduces rates rise to 19.2 per cent, with more possible cost cuts identified
The city's LTP will be up for deliberation next week.
'Liberated and excited': Thousands march in Tauranga, traffic disrupted
The protest was delayed to allow protesters caught in traffic.
'We want Tino Rangatiratanga over our lives': Waikato joins nationwide protest
Hundreds gathered in Hamilton at 7.15am.
Hundreds march through Rotorua, activation 'beautiful' says organiser
Protesters gathered at four locations before congregating in the city centre.