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Accused was acquitted of murder but is now being sentenced for drugs charges.
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Waikato boy chosen as US Presidential Scholar
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The crash happened just before 1pm today.
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Te Awamutu road closed after cyclist found with serious injuries
The cyclist was found just before 8.30am today.
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Cars impounded after burnouts at wake for crash victim
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"We know that there are tensions between members of the group."
Waikeria uprising: Amnesty International warns against using force
The human rights group is calling on minister to ensure force isn't used to end standoff.
Waikeria uprising: Tense prison stand-off heads into third day
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Waikeria uprising: Third of prison's bed capacity destroyed in riots
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Maniapoto move to next stage of settlement with the Crown.
Long lines no more: Nido fails, customers bail
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Wild weather: Lightning strikes plane, tornado and flash floods in Waikato
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Wanted: Dangerous 24-year-old on the run
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Kawhia man cleared of murder admits drugs charges
Orren Williams admitted three drugs-related charges in court today.
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Intruders break into house to steal drugs. Man who shot them cleared of murder
The jury has returned with their verdicts in relation to the shooting in June last year.
Kawhia accused was 'shooting to kill out of anger' - Crown
Firing at least 8 shots has been described as "reckless in the extreme" by the crown.
Kawhia shooting: Accused questioned on why he didn't call 111 after violent home invasion
'I hadn't thought about ringing police yet,' Orren Williams told the jury.
Kawhia shooting: Wife fled with children on hips as gunshots rang out in darkness
Orren Williams says he shot out of fear and was simply protecting himself and his family.
Kawhia victim 'leaning forward, likely running' when shot in back
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'Worst flea infestation ever': Tenant told to pay up for trashed rental
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The couple will be forever traumatised by the "tragic" events of that day the court heard.
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