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The track to the world-famous beach was badly damaged last year.
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How $20 and two cannabis roaches got two men locked up for three years
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SH1 project moves to Desert Rd with 50km detours for two months
Total road closures are being used in blocks to speed up the works.
Telephone Rd to reopen next year after being closed since 2022
Transport Minister Simeon Brown shared the announcement yesterday.
Tīrau crash: Police appeal for more info on fatal SH1 accident
The three-vehicle crash left one person dead and 14 injured.
Gang members arrested after father shot with speargun in front of children
The victim was left in critical condition.
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Why Waihi’s mine wants to keep digging
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Road cone fills temporary spot for tekoteko
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Opinion: Broad economic policies without targeted support for Māori are insufficient
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Auckland water testing reveals updated arsenic levels as more councils report elevated readings
Authorities have urged residents not to be alarmed.
Three injured in Wairere Drive crash: Heavy traffic building up
One person was trapped and had to be rescued by firefighters.
One person seriously injured after car crashes into fence
One ambulance was sent to the incident on Kura St, Whatawhata.
Police say vehicle may have crossed centre line in fatal Tīrau crash
The three-vehicle crash claimed one life and injured 14 others.
Arsenic in the water: Senior Govt minister keeping watch, results due this afternoon
The Prime Minister confirmed he had been briefed on the situation.
Two-car crash blocks Hamilton's main street at rush hour
A police spokesperson said the incident was reported just after 8.45am.
Steve Taylor on the increased levels of arsenic reported in the Waikato River
Water Services Authority head of operations Steve Taylor speaks about the reports of increased levels of arsenic in the Waikato River which feeds into water supplies.
Community pool reopened after delays and added expenses
Whangamatā swimming pool refurbishment project balloons to $430k.
Urgent testing under way after elevated levels of arsenic found in Akl's water supply
Arsenic is a substance found in rock that can be deadly if consumed in large amounts.
'Not enough evidence' that incinerator would be positive for community, mayor says
Waipā District Council prepares feedback on Te Awamutu waste-to-energy plant.
Foreign tourists caught up in tour bus crash; one dead, 13 hurt
Seven ambulances and five helicopters responded.
Meter reader critically injured as thieves looking for drug money steal his work car
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More delays expected as Pauanui bridge works continue
Damage has been caused by high tides and heavy rain.
SH29 Piarere roundabout approach in need of urgent repairs
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Arrest made after aggravated robbery at Hamilton bar
A 31-year-old man allegedly presented a knife to a bartender, demanding and taking money.
Police respond to possible sighting of armed people on college campus
Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.