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In looking up information online the man didn't think he'd be breaking court rules.
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The Wests Tigers have signed a former Super Rugby speedster for the 2024 NRL season.
'Frustration' after SH1 repairs delayed by 15 months
The completion date for the works has shot out another 15 months.
Chiefs sign Canterbury head coach to join experienced leadership group
Chiefs' CEO says Bourke is fitting in like he's always been part of the Chiefs.
Tomra staff to learn fate this week, layoffs after Christmas
Employees at a brand new Hamilton site are among those in the firing line.
Footage emerges of man struck by drifting car at illegal Hamilton street racer meet
Police also found a baby in a vehicle at the event.
Impressive new Hamilton library now complete
Matariki next year will see the unveiling of a pou at Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library.
Police 'alarmed' after baby found in teens' impounded car at Waikato street-racing event
Police found baby in a car at street racer event where over 200 infringements were given.
Twelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racing
Two people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.
'Fantastic news': Mum cancer-free after international medical trial
Hamilton woman Lisa Martin was among those whose aggressive cancer was eliminated.
Simple Minds frontman Jim Kerr looking forward to NZ tour
Kerr is aware touring is finite but says he still loves hitting the road.
'Goldilocks of New Zealand': Hamilton MP showcases his electorate
The new MP presented his maiden statement in Parliament yesterday.
Tributes flow as high school closes
After almost six decades of education, the Waikato secondary school has closed.
'He was hunting for children': Sex offender caught trying to lure girls into car
He used promises of cash to get them into his vehicle. Two fought against him and escaped.
Two Hamilton schools to be replaced by one
Melville High and Melville Intermediate to be replaced by one college.
‘The night you tried to kill me’: Woman stabbed with pitchfork at home confronts attacker
During the attack, Shae Dobbs went looking for petrol to 'burn' his victim.
Lotto luck for Hamilton player
The lucky Waikato punter was one of 13 second division winners.
Two days after killing a man and dumping his body, the murderer stormed a pub
But despite carrying out the robbery, he won't have to serve any more jail time.
Christmas Grinch warning: Thieves target packages, credit cards
Three cases in Hamilton in the past week where bank cards had been stolen from vehicles.
How to avoid stolen packages this Christmas
Police are urging the community to be vigilant this summer.
'Abhorrent': Sex offender manipulated person into filming victim's genitals
Gideon Christian was already on an extended supervision order when he breached it twice.
Government is committed to partnership with Māori, says Tama Potaka
The Māori Development Minister strongly refutes allegations the new Govt is 'anti-Māori'.
Residents asked to conserve water as hot summer looms
Water use has been increasing on hot, fine days and is expected to increase further.
Counterfeit cash being used across the Waikato
Seven locations in the Waikato have received counterfeit notes in the last two months.
Magical bridge sets the benchmark for playgrounds in New Zealand
The Magical Bridge Playground has something for everyone.
Residents feel unsafe after Hamilton home invasion
Residents of a Hamilton street feel unsafe after latest alleged home invasion.
Explosive cannisters stolen from railway yard in Hamilton
Police are urging the public not to touch the items but instead call them.
Christmas lead-up sees roads closed across Coromandel, North Waikato
Waka Kotahi says road renewals season is almost at the halfway point.
SH1B Telephone Rd gets permanent detour signs as no fix in sight
The crossing was closed due to safety concerns in April 2022.
Hamiltonians split on $1.7m makeover plans for Wellington Street Beach
Storms and river level fluctuations this year have caused the jetty to collapse.
Kharl WiRepa prepares for second run at Paris Fashion Week
Māori designer is preparing to take five indigenous designers to French showcase in 2024.
'Terrifying event': Two women seriously injured in violent home invasion
A 22-year-old man is due to appear in Hamilton District Court tomorrow.
The hunt: Fugitive dad Tom Phillips urged to give up, police told to offer reward
Almost two years ago Marokopa dad vanished with his three young children.