Mystery surrounds body found in Waikato river
Police are making enquiries after a dead body was found in the Waikato river.
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'I was in disbelief': Eyewitnesses in Te Awamutu spot 'tornado'
MetService experts said it looks to be a funnel cloud and was not picked up on radar.
One dead in serious train and car collision near Matamata
The accident occurred near the Puketutu Rd and Hinuera Rd intersection.
Law change proposed to unlock key police tools after bombshell review
Officers' ability to hold young criminals to account are being compromised.
Waikato police appeal for information on SH3 fatal crash
Ōtorohanga identity Karam Haddad died in the crash.
Family of missing Marokopa children trying to raise funds for reward
This month marks 10 months since the children went missing for the second time
'Horrific tragedy': Widow gives birth after husband's alleged murder
The newborn baby boy is the spitting image of his father, who he will never meet.
'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.
'Brought a knife to a fist fight': Man jailed for Christmas Day stabbing
Patwade Murphy cut the wrist of one man, before stabbing another man in the chest.
Fixing Waikato Expressway 'death' trap years away due to lack of funding
Once construction funding is available, the agency would be able to move quickly, it says.
'This is no simple shoplifting': Kmart robber jailed after violent attack on staff
Judge John McDonald said Kitia Toimata's offending was too serious for home detention.
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".
'Under 12 months old': Young man's child abuse collection involved babies, bestiality
Some of the victims were less than 12 months old.
'We understand people will be looking for answers': NZTA responds to SH1 concerns
Waipa's deputy mayor called for the transport agency to act 'swiftly'.
Cambridge crash: One person dead, SH1 closed in spot labelled as a 'death trap'
This is the second fatal accident to occur in the spot in less than a month.
Teen who killed man thinking he was a serial killer not guilty by reason of insanity
The 18-year-old was still deemed to be a danger to society by the judge.
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.
Orini milk tanker attack: Judge wants to hear victim's story
The Judge wants the teen to meet with the victim before his fate is decided.
Special report: NZSAS takes fresh look at historic link to 'murderers'
Historical links to the Forest Rangers and Gustavus von Tempsky cause NZSAS discomfort.
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.
'Punctured lung': Accused admits violent stabbing of three people inside Indian restaurant
The 31-year-old walked into the kitchen and stabbed two workers and then a customer.
From Boston to Waitoa: Fonterra trials 'world-first' organic battery
New Zealand's biggest business brings in another decarbonisation project.
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.
Four dead and several others critical after horror long weekend crashes
Multiple crashes across country killed several and left others fighting for their lives.
Three dead, two critically injured as emergency services respond to two Waikato crashes
Motorists are being told to avoid the areas.
Police seriously concerned for missing Hamilton teen
Hamilton police are appealing to the public for information.
One person dead in Waikato crash
The crash involving a car and a motorcycle was reported about 2.30pm.
'The situation is unfolding' - Person seriously injured in jet ski accident on Waikato River
The accident in Ngaruawahia is understood to have happened shortly after midday today.
'Pay up': Small business digs in over latest order
Small business owner says she can't pay employment disputes bills closing in on $100,000.
Spate of ambulance crashes being investigated
St John is investigating three crashes involving ambulance officers in the past six weeks.
South Waikato to receive its first Māori mayor
Despite the achievement, both candidates want to focus on what they bring to council.
MPs and farmers go head to head in John Luxton Memorial Match
Money raised supports young Māori from the local area into agricultural careers