Drownings report: 'While our waterways are our playground, they can be unforgiving'
Twelve more people died by drowning last year than in 2018.
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Beach tragedy: Teen swept to sea and presumed drowned was on school trip
One of the school's teachers reportedly made a heroic effort to save the teen.
Colin Carruthers QC to lead independent body to review wrongful convictions
A number of legal heavyweights will set up the new body to review wrongful convictions
Baby discharged as twin's funeral goes ahead
Six people were taken to hospital after gas panel heater and oven hob leaks
Opinion: Chiefs rest and rotation should be applauded
The Chiefs should be applauded, not criticised, for rest and rotation.
Former Chiefs player builds on long-time association with Warren Gatland
David Hill is a passionate Chiefs man and past player.
Health boss says he didn't know about arrest warrant
Malcolm Stamp says Australian authorities have not contacted him over arrest warrant.
Police investigating Hamilton death, several hospitalised
Speculation about a gas leak, but police say the death remains unexplained at this stage.
New $50m offices for ACC to rise this year in Hamilton
TGH to develop $50m new home for ACC's big Hamilton staff team.
Defiant Chiefs showing skills
The Chiefs are proving to be a side that can take advantage of critical moments.
Damian McKenzie returns for Crusaders clash
Damian McKenzie is in the Chiefs squad to face the Crusaders this Saturday.
One dead in crash after car hits wall at speed
The body of the deceased driver remains trapped in the car.
French women's national sevens development squad go back to school in Marton
The French women's development squad are essentially ladies in waiting for the main team.
Alleged child kidnapper reverses guilty plea; enlists 5th lawyer
Taukiri Cash had earlier admitted multiple charges of offending against young girls.
Chiefs' mental fortitude on display early
The Chiefs pulled off a comeback win against the Blues in the Super Rugby opening win.
Hamilton bar's comeback after controversial Corona promotion axed
Hamilton bar pitches follow-up Corona promotion after distributor axes dubious offering.
'People are dumb': Google searches spike for 'Corona beer virus'
Prepare to have your faith in humanity tested, again.
Cut-price Coronas: Hamilton bar under fire for coronavirus special
"I'd just like to say thanks to all the snowflakes for the free advertising."
Cut-price Coronas: Hamilton bar under fire for coronavirus special
"World is literally suffering and we've been blessed enough that we are still safe here."
Local Focus: International singer adds spark to Christian festival
Lauren Daigle made her NZ debut on Friday. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Horror weekend on our roads: 5 dead in 4 crashes
Provisional numbers show 353 people died in 301 crashes last year.
'Surreal' welcome for Sevens
Men's and women's tournaments will be played together for the first time.
Police seek information over suspicious daycare fire
Kids were left with nowhere to go after the Boxing Day fire destroyed their daycare
Police search for missing man continues
Police are appealing for any information about the missing Scott Beattie.
Back in the mix: Blyde returns from injury
The Black Ferns Sevens welcome back some real firepower for the Hamilton Sevens.
Do you know this woman? Police warning to keep an eye out for counterfeit cash
Keep any eye out for fake $100 bills circulating around Waikato.
Disgraced Kiwi priest dies suddenly in Sydney
James Cunneen was ordained as a priest in New Zealand in 1979.
Cruden's crucial leadership role
Elder statesman will be working to build talent and depth of young players.
Athletics takes a look back to look forward - and it's looking good
Whanganui athletes had an outstanding season with the second half yet to come.
Second woman charged with murder after Hamilton man dies
A second woman, 22, has been charged with murder after a man died in Hamilton.
Kiwi facing $1.7m theft charge locked in Singapore prison
Richard Whitham was charged with theft in June 2018 - he is still to face court.
Sudden NY death: A bad batch of party pills?
Fundraiser launched for Chris 'Czn' Matatahi who died in early hours of New Year's Day.
Intense action at Oceanview
Friday night is qualifying and Saturday is set aside to decide the national winners.