Hamilton scores shock rating as NZ's top summer spot
Rival mayors say people are going to Hamilton for the events, and not much else.
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Prince William secretly embedded in Britain's secret service
"We all owe them deep gratitude for the dangerous work they do," the Duke said.
Kylie Bax and ex-husband in bitter court battle over million-dollar homestead
Ex-husband has laid a police complaint against former top Kiwi model.
'Bucketing down' all weekend across country
Weather warnings for heavy rain are in place for much of the country.
Contractor injured at Waikeria Prison after falling into water tank
The contractor was working to replace the bladder of an empty water tank.
Outspoken Hamilton councillor apologises to Muslim community
Mayor says he has no doubt the councillor has 'learned a lot' in the past few days.
Three people hurt as car flips in Hamilton crash
A car reportedly hit a kerb and flipped, before it then hit a tree and a power pole.
Viewpoint NZ: Where are the best jobs - Wanaka vs Queenstown
Video news from around the regions, made with funding from NZ On Air.
Firefighters to pull back as 1000s of bees expected at Waikato apiary blaze
Firefighters will step back from the fire this morning as swarms of hungry bees arrive.
Massive blaze destroys Waikato honey plant
Bees' Inn Apiaries blaze closed SH3 and continued to flare up through Thursday morning.
Whanganui trio prepare for international paddling duty
Whanganui trio Lucas Thompson, Jack Clifton and Sophie Brooke on international kayak duty
Ex-Wintec chief who took six months sick leave goes on overseas break
Mark Flowers says overseas trip very different from helping with an audit investigation.
Hamilton City Councillors taught about appropriate behaviour only six weeks ago
Councillors had just been reminded about their conduct when two sparked controversy.
Fire crew fighting Hampton Downs blaze stood down
Rubbish fire blazing at Hampton Downs landfill for three days is under control.
Alleged Pukemiro axe murderer denies charges, heads to trial
Rydell Tuaupiki Martin denies charges of murder and assault with an axe.
40 firefighters still battling landfill blaze at Hampton Downs
Fire and Emergency have released a map of the area that was affected by smoke.
'Unbelievable' loss: Nine killed in nine hours on roads
To lose one family member was tough, to lose five was "unbelievable", says relative.
Two men wounded in Tokoroa shooting
It is believed a group of youths were turned away from the party just before the incident.
City councillor to apologise to Muslim community
Councillor under fire for insensitive Facebook post plans to apologise face-to-face
Slowing trains in Ngaruawahia would send wrong message: Coroner
Coroner Gordon Matenga has changed his view on reducing train speeds in Ngaruawahia.
Thunderstorms and downpours cover North Island
Risk of downpours for many as front sweeps across North Island
Fire crews to keep tabs on Hampton Downs landfill blaze
Fire crews will head back to the scene this morning to monitor the blaze.
Residents near Waikato landfill fire warned to stay inside
Close doors and windows and stop collecting roof water, fire service says.
Hospital massacre response under review
Plans for dealing with mass-casualty events to be reviewed in light of massacre.
Six hurt in multi-car crash
Police have warned that State Highway 25A is blocked after a multi-car crash.
Local Focus: Morrinsville proud of their world leader
More famous than the colourful cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Holiday hotspots: Inside the bach boom
Property price rises at resort towns outstrip city increases.
Local Focus: Morrinsville proud of their world leader
More famous than the colourful cows. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
WOF warning: 900 motorists need to get vehicles rechecked; Inspector suspended
People with WoFs issued by Cambridge Auto Electric urged to get their vehicle rechecked.
Many massacre remembrance services cancelled following police advice
Events in Southland and Waikato have been cancelled following advice from police.
Prince William to visit Christchurch in April to honour shooting victims
Government announces royal visit next month.
Three people injured, SH1 closed, following crash north of Tirau
The road will be closed for some time while emergency services work at the scene.
Truck driver admits fatal crash, despite having no memory of it
Johnathan Coombe says he doesn't remember why his truck drifted across the centre line.
Auckland man dies in hospital after Waikato crash
Police are investigating how the crash occurred which claimed the Auckland man's life.