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National and Labour wary of predicting victory in Hamilton byelection
The people of Hamilton West will choose their new MP on December 10.
Byelection date set after former Labour MP's resignation
It comes after Gaurav Sharma's resignation this week.
Youth crime: Hundreds arrested, thousands of charges laid in Auckland and Waikato
Police will have increased foot patrols in malls and shopping precincts, where possible.
Sharma's surprise exit hurts Labour's byelection chances - Ardern
Some parties had registered interest from potential candidates prior to Sharma's exit.
The birds and the trees: Family friendly walks at Hakarimata Scenic Reserve
Where to find leg-burning workouts and sedate native forest adventures near Hamilton.
Labour confirms it recommended Gaurav Sharma be expelled for misconduct
'Unnecessary and wasteful': Jacinda Ardern hits back at former Labour MP's resignation.
Audrey Young: Labour should expect a bloodbath in Hamilton
OPINION: Independent MP resigns in order to seek re-election as an independent MP.
'It is God's place': Immigration NZ apologises for offending Sikh community
NZ Central Sikh Association say officials refused to follow religious protocols.
Grandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognised
Pasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.
Hamilton kindergarten shuts down after multiple incidents with abusive neighbour
A parent is upset by the lack of communication from the Waikato Kindergarten Association.
'Appetite for change': New mayors elected in most major centres in strong election for right-leaning candidates
Tory Whanau's mayoral win in Wellington bucked a national trend of right-leaning mayors.
'How you can still be alive is beyond me': Judge shocked at recidivist drink driver's diabetes claims
Shailendra Deo's drink driving was so bad other motorists had to veer onto the footpath.
Company culture: Boss told to 'get f****d'; worker told good riddance
ERA's decision on penalty was influenced by the firm's "culture of swearing".
Community stalwarts want to spark disadvantaged kids to find their purpose
Graeme Mead and Carl Haa launch holiday programme to get kids back on the right path.
'Slamming doors' prompted woman to stab neighbour as she hung out washing
Despite the sentence, she will be released today on a time-served basis.
'Just told goodbye': Claims refugees placed in unheated, overcrowded homes after provider switch
New resettlement providers in Auckland, Chch and Hamilton after Red Cross lost tender.
Watch: Chaotic new footage of Auckland mall robbery as police ramp up patrols
Thieves with balaclavas and gloves casually smashed multiple jewellery cabinets.
Century-old mortuary table from old hospital up for sale
Hamilton man Jay denied he was selling it for haunting reasons.
Police make public appeal to find Hamilton mall smash-and-grab thieves
Police are asking the public for help to find more people involved in the Hamilton heist.
Two-car crash brings down powerlines in Hamilton
At least one car has collided with a power pole on Clyde St.
Top racing star cops lengthy riding ban after death of jockey, actions ruled reckless
The jockey's lawyers say there's no punishment that would outweigh his own torment.
Hamilton mall robbery: Staff anxious to be back at work after brazen raid
Staff at Michael Hill were seen counting stock today after it was raided at the weekend.
'Someone could get killed': Mayor, retail boss raise alarm after brazen robberies
'We're very much in the middle of a tidal wave of crime sweeping the retail sector.'
Watch: Daylight smash and grab at mall; Guard hurt in other violent robbery
Workers at the mall were seen shaking and crying as the frightening robbery took place.
Police seriously concerned for missing Hamilton teen
Hamilton police are appealing to the public for information.
MPs and farmers go head to head in John Luxton Memorial Match
Money raised supports young Māori from the local area into agricultural careers
Man accused of Hamilton street murder appears in court
A man died in Roy St, Hamilton on Saturday. Another man has been charged with murder.
Passerby allegedly fatally stabbed with scissors while breaking up father-son fight
Police have charged a man with murder after a fatal attack in Hamilton.
Hamilton homicide: Police charge man with murder
Breaking - 48-year-old man charged with murder over Nawton incident earlier today.
Which seven $2m+ Auckland suburbs took $100,000 hit?
In the last quarter, 97 per cent or 194 Auckland suburbs had property value drops.
'Devastated': Ambulance officer killed in horror crash had served for 55 years
A tragic day on Waikato roads.
Ryan McCarthy reflects on sporting journey
Former North Otago rugby player Ryan McCarthy has tried his hand at several sports
House prices fell $322 a day in August: New REINZ data
"More stock has lessened the urgency to buy'" REINZ chief executive says.