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Genesis Energy's plan to reduce coal dependency
Genesis has taken another step towards reducing its reliance on coal for Huntly.

Man accused of striking police officer with car appears in court
The incident happened at 8pm on Wednesday in Huntly.

Police Minister condemns ‘disgusting and cowardly attack’ on frontline cop
A police officer was injured after being struck by a car in Huntly.

Police officer hit by vehicle, driver flees scene
The incident comes a month after policewoman Lyn Fleming was struck by a car and killed.

Dogs stuck on river sandbank saved by eagle-eyed local and waka ama crew
The wandering dogs probably ran from attacking wasps to become stranded.

Seeds of hope: Globally rare habitat shows signs of recovery after 1000ha blaze
The October fire released about $9.6m worth of carbon into the atmosphere.

Police searching for wanted man, Daaron Wilson, in Hamilton and Huntly areas
Police believe he is in the Huntly or Hamilton area.

'Upsetting': Police appeal for witnesses after serious Waikato crash
Police said support services will be available for those first on the scene.

Late-night naked antics, chicken coop surprise for residents
Both incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at around 2am.

Patches, motorcycles and firearms seized after gang tangi
Four arrested, police say further arrests were likely.

Man ran down teen the same day he was in court for running down elderly woman
He suffered multiple fractures and internal injuries and was left fighting for his life.

'Cowardly and violent' burglars gun whip child and woman, steal Xmas presents
Child and elderly person injured with barrel of gun in string of home invasions.

Couple want dog responsible for death of pet found before it kills again
The loss of their pet has had a profound effect on the couple.

Historic railway station building bounces back from arson attack
The station has been renovated and will be turned into a museum soon.

Hīkoi continues south ahead of Treaty Principles Bill vote
Police say 5000 people crossed the Auckland Harbour Bridge on journey to Wellington.

Treaty bill protest: Second wave of motorway mayhem as hīkoi heads south
The hīkoi now splits into two groups, headed for Ihumātao and Bastion Point.

Wider, longer alcohol bans could be on the way for Raglan
Huntly, Tuakau, Pōkeno, Mercer and Taupiri could be affected by proposed bylaw changes.

'It broke me and our kids': Jealous ex burns down home of partner, children
Sean Anthony Carroll's arson caused around $550,000 in damage.

39 years in Taupiri - no problems. 3 weeks in Huntly and $40,000 worth of bikes vanish
One of the stolen bikes was a Triumph that was only purchased six weeks ago.

Pounamu gallery with star clientele to open in Hamilton
Sands Carving Studio has Jason Momoa and Jack Black on its client list.

Genesis gets more coal in for next winter
Genesis is ordering extra coal in anticipation of another challenging winter next year.