Mother charged with reckless driving after fatal crash
Police alleged she may have been involved in a dispute with another driver.
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‘Not far from the finish line’: New approach to Piarere roundabout
The new Piarere roundabout approach will open on February 25.
Large Port Waikato bushfire ‘rapidly spreading’, evacuations under way
The blaze continues to burn through layers of vegetation.
Two people seriously injured in truck and caravan crash
SH39 is closed in both directions at Ōtorohanga.
A ‘war cry’ for sexual assault survivors: One-woman play comes to Bay
High school and tertiary students are being offered free tickets.
Fatal fight between friends broke out over ‘messages to girlfriend’
Nathan Moscrip, 29, is on trial for the manslaughter of his friend Brodie Ruatara.
A second shot at Young Farmer title for Hamilton's Hugh Jackson
'Probably my last crack at the big dance, so it’s now or never to give it everything.'
Chris Rattue: Why Warriors fans should be concerned already
OPINION: Chris Rattue runs through the best and worst from the sporting weekend.
What is the cheapest coffee in New Zealand?
Coffees have risen to $4.84, with some paying $6+ for a flat white.
Marketplace fraudster strikes again; victims sent screenshots of fake bank payments
The now 20-year-old pretended to pay for a $20,000 ute and $10,000 trailer.
‘Serious condition’: Crash shuts road in Hamilton East
Emergency services arrived at 8.15am near Memorial Drive.
Retail shake-up: Appliance delivery and removal brand moves into NZ
The company believes the NZ appliance retail market is ripe for upheaval.
‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs
Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".
Three apartment projects for $800m+ planned for Takapuna
Sites on Anzac St, The Strand and Huron St have been tagged for huge new housing schemes.
The truth about homelessness: What NZ’s rising numbers reveal
Around 43,500 people were homeless in March 2023, about 0.9% of the population.
Letters: Rugby’s decline and the rise of the beautiful game
OPINION: Football is a sport that's growing in popularity in New Zealand.
Man in critical condition after Hamilton shooting
A man presented to hospital with a gunshot wound.
‘Seymour’s slop’: Lunch programme issues worry school
The primary school will get lunches from a local cafe until the end of the year. And then?
La Dorada claims local victory in Matamata feature
Filly backed up her stunning victory at Karaka with another success.
Chiefs stymie Blues in grand final rematch
The Chiefs kept the Blues scoreless in the second half on their way to the win.
Watch: Auckland hosts Manu World Champs qualifiers, 7m platform erected in Viaduct
Over 1000 competitors have taken the plunge, with 90 securing their place in the final.
‘Easy money:’ How string of life setbacks led man to become meth courier
Tony Looker was eventually stopped by police who found $113,000 in cash and 44g of meth.
‘Give me everything you have’: Teen jailed for armed robbery spree
The judge allowed 60% in discounts for his youth, pleas, and remorse.
‘Hard decision’: Woman, 27, heading to US for $550k cancer treatment
Amelia Branson and her family are fighting to extend her life.
Morrinsville A&P Show goes from strength to strength
The town's population is less than 10,000. Last year 8000 people attended its A&P Show.
‘Go Waingaro Go’ - Water park with chequered history up for grabs
Owners are retiring after more than 30 years.
Speed cameras out of action as NZTA takes over from police
The idle devices may be located in your area.
Two in custody after 'erratic driving' leads to pursuit across Waikato
Reports from the public of the car being driven dangerously aided the police chase.
Prisoner who nearly died after meth bag burst inside him caught with the drug again
He had been released from prison to attend a tangi when he ingested the drugs.
One person transported to hospital after crash in Karapiro
One person was transported to Waikato Hospital.
Police appeal for help finding missing 24yo Hamilton man
Herewini left his home address on Monday and hasn’t been in touch with family since.
Permanent suppression for teen killer partially blinded in ‘prison napalm’ attack
He was sentenced to three years' imprisonment, allowing him to begin applying for parole.
Kinleith Mill will see 230 jobs cut
About 230 workers will lose their jobs at Kinleith Mill in Tokoroa. Video / Mike Scott
Chiefs v Blues line-up that’s a ‘tough team to crack’, coach says
The Chiefs will take on the Blues in the first week of Super Rugby 2025.