Explosive cannisters stolen from railway yard in Hamilton
Police are urging the public not to touch the items but instead call them.
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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.
Wayne Barnes opens up on Hansen F-bomb, 'serial cheat' Richie McCaw
The controversial referee reveals interactions with the former ABs coach in his new book.
'Engulfed in a fireball': Glassblower injured in gas bottle explosion
Steven Newcombe suffered burns and hearing loss as a result of the blast.
Temple lights to brighten up Hamilton's festive season once again
Full array of lights and festive cheer returns to Hamilton's temple grounds.
Messam wins 'War in the Waikato' fight against Merewether
The two 39-year-olds put on a great show for hundreds of supporters in Hamilton.
Firearm and drugs seized in Hamilton Police raids
Police have seized a firearm and drugs in a search of three houses in Hamilton.
Hamilton becomes first NZ airport with own solar farm
The 5000sqm operation was switched on earlier this month.
‘Bulls***’: Father’s outburst as son jailed for sexually assaulting relatives
“Your conduct was essentially predatory grooming.”
'You've seen the best of me': Judge hangs up robe after 11 years
The Hamilton District Court Judge retired, bringing a legal career of 30 years to a close.
Traffic disruption as police descend on Whitiora
Police are executing search warrants in the Hamilton suburb of Whitiora.
Vehicle avoids smashing through ANZ, flips onto footpath
Three patients were treated and then transported to Waikato Hospital.
Kākāpō sent to live on an island after 'parachute' escape attempts
Three birds have been sent back to a southern island after escape attempts.
Uber Nan's secret: 'It's all about the shortbread'
Uber driving Nan sweetens the deal with shortbread.
Auckland-bound Air NZ flight grounded in Hamilton after smell of gas
Passengers disembarked after the plane had to land at Hamilton Airport this morning.
Delays expected on multiple Waikato highways
A significant number of lane closures will affect Waikato motorists leading into Christmas
'Mammoth effort': Work on historic bridge complete
It will protect the steel from corrosive elements such as weather and pigeon poo.
'Threatening' Hamilton man hijacks ambulance, crashes into building as paramedics flee
The man was being treated by paramedics before his short-lived joyride.
Online emergency health care business wins Waikato awards
Online emergency healthcare business expanding into 'bricks and mortar'.
Life imprisonment 'unduly harsh' on woman who killed partner - judge
Instead, Zhane Faiers will serve at least seven years in jail for killing her partner.
Soldier teaches school kids how to stay safe in the bush
The teacher at Matangi School has started a fortnightly “Bush School” programme.
Power List: Who owns Mitre 10 stores throughout New Zealand?
Structure of this shy 49-year-old giant a quietly brilliant story of co-operative success.
Hamilton MP Tama Potaka becomes Cabinet Minister
Potaka has only been an MP for a year after he won his seat in a 2022 by-election.
Chiefs and Blues head to Japan for special new comp ahead of Super Rugby
There will be four matches of Cross-Border Rugby in February.
Burglar steals booze and smokes, onsells it from emergency housing
The burglary spree landed the offender in custody, where he suffered a stroke.
‘Give me the money or he’ll shoot’: Couple flee armed robber, leave kids behind
They thought they were buying a phone but then a gun was pulled out.
Doctor failed to disclose police charges and Australian investigation
GP struck off a second time for criminal convictions including assault and dishonesty.
Waikato Lotto players strike it lucky
There were 15 second division winners, each picking up a prize of $13,261.
Researchers receive big bucks to boost health for Māori and Pacific
Māori and Pacific research given $500k boost