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"I sold him a dream - money, gold watches. He had five kids, but on those words he moved."
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Billboard stoush: Hamilton Mayor puts up more controversial signs
Hamilton Mayor Andrew King says his five billboards aren't electioneering.
Brain aneurysm hits Kiwi on first night of Thai holiday
The family initially thought $50,000 surgery would be needed but costs are rising.
Police release CCTV of attempted armed robbery at Hamilton pub
It's hoped a distinctive pair of shoes will help identify one of the armed robbers.
Hamilton couple saved by smoke alarms
Elderly couple escape house fire after being woken by their beeping smoke alarms.
Eighth arrest in McLaren Falls murder case
Chloe Kerridge pleaded not guilty to the one charge in the High Court at Hamilton.
Hamilton mayor slammed over last-minute staff appointment
Hamilton mayor slammed for last-minute appointment of chief of staff.
Police manhunt after aggravated robbery bid fails
One man had a firearm while the other man was armed with a hammer.
Man in hospital after attack in Hamilton
A man in his 30s is in hospital with a serious injury after he was attacked last night.
'Why did he die?': Doctors busy or absent when C-section needed
Martin Walters is waiting for answers over the death of his baby son at Waikato Hospital.
Double-burglary: Victim's garage broken into, car set on fire after joy-ride
'After a night of joy-riding they have decided to set it on fire.'
Lucky ones: Why surviving cancer in NZ is a lottery
Emma Russell talks to researchers and patients about what needs to change.
What's driving Huntly: The town that's fighting back
The future is bright for Huntly according to local residents.
Wellington men arrested after spate of North Island jewellery thefts
The pair are alleged to have stolen or attempted to have stolen more than $70,000 worth.
Fonterra's kind gesture life-changing for struggling family
For 15 years Andrew Oliver has greeted the milk tanker at his front gate every evening.
Fake psychiatrist says he was qualified for Waikato Hospital job
Mohamed Shakeel Siddiqui was arrested in July 2015 with the help of the FBI.
Northland man charged with 2017 Hamilton arson
The 30-year-old has been charged with endangering life by intentionally lighting a fire.
Economic juggernaut: The $1.4 billion iwi
"We see money as the enabler to advance social, culture and environmental wellbeing."
Hamilton mum and her surprise 6kg baby
At 175cm tall, Nicolina Newcombe's height was able to disguise just how big her baby was.
Customs snag $10m in illicit drugs in airport busts
Four alleged drug couriers arrested at Auckland Airport.
What's wrong with Huntly? The NZ town fighting its reputation
What does the future hold for Huntly as the Waikato Expressway nears completion?
Two salesmen, one Hamilton motel room - and a death threat for snoring
Night in Hamilton results in $9000 payout.
Ditch the winter coat - stellar weather to continue
Mild, settled weather not going anywhere.
'His journey to recovery is really only just beginning'
Jim Zheng was shot in the head on Anzac Day, but is leaving hospital for rehab today.
'Still in shock': Family humbled by generosity after losing everything in fire
Sarah Bridge and her family lost everything in a house fire on Sunday night.
Your weather: Country to bask in warmer temps this weekend
Temperatures are forecast to soar 6C above average in some parts of the country.
Foamy discharge in Waikato River remains a mystery
It may be days before the cause of the foam in the Waikato River is known.
Biggs vs Auret battle again for Extreme Challenge title
Auckland driver holds off his Whanganui rival to add challenge crown to national title.
Council investigating foamy substance in Waikato River
Waikato Regional Council says it has come from the Te Rapa industrial area.
Sunday arvo traffic hell: Worst jams predicted for weekend holidaymakers
The heaviest traffic flows could persist for more than five hours at some hotspots.
Next round of Kids' Lit Quiz at Southwell School
Kids' Lit Quiz started in a Hamilton community hall 30 years ago.
Anzac Day across the country: We will remember them
Kiwis across the country have come together in solidarity.
Person trapped in motor vehicle crash south of Hamilton
Emergency services are attending a serious crash in Tamahere this afternoon
Enjoy warm start to long weekend - it won't last
There's a fine start to the long weekend for most of the country - but it won't last.