Attacker bashes relative with cricket bat
The victim has permanently damaged eyesight after being bashed with a bat in a carpark.
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The cuts would save $10.4 million in 2026/27, and $104 million over the 10 years.
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The operator, Night Pearl Ltd, has already surrendered its off licence.
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Wife killer released on parole to 'oceanfront luxury' home
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Abuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillors
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Doorman beaten, stomped unconscious, attacker claims 'just a pub fight'
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Chiefs face Crusaders in Hamilton for first Super Rugby match of season
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Te Awamutu entities gain sport and recreations awards
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Action-packed line-up of Waikato winners
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Community hero resuscitates local lifeguard service
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Nuclear testing medals handed out to four veterans
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Kihikihi bowlers help make wishes come true
Bowls team led by Henry Te Moni wins Make-A-Wish Tournament.
Genesis scholarships support Huntly students
Te Wharekura o Rakaumanga and Huntly College teachers selected 15 students.
'Severe pain': Dairy worker who had thumb sliced off speaks of struggles
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Motorbikes seized as gang members gather for tangi of man shot by police
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Mt Tihia tramp evades walkers once again
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Search underway to replace council CEO with 45 years' experience
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SH1 delays to be expected for next few months in Waikato
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'Unprecedented demand' sees extra grandstand built for Taupō Super400
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Waikato Warehouse stores make switch to solar power
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Haggis and highland dancing lifts the spirits at Paeroa's Scottish party
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Heartfelt play pulls inspiration from real events
One Way Out pulls inspiration from real events and a time in Emily Costello’s life.
Striking it lucky: Matamata player's $100k Lotto payday
Waikato winners in Saturday night's draw.
Opinion: Why this is the biggest Super Rugby season yet
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$500k in losses: Burglar stole keys to every car on lot
The Huntly man doesn't have to pay a cent back.
'Working from home' a good option says NZTA as Waihī to Tauranga works get underway
Work on State Highway 2 between Waihī to Tauranga expected to continue into March.
Super Sun-day: ‘Significant jump in temperatures’ on way
There’s more hot air on the way, especially for some South Islanders, MetService says.
Superhub 'cool' place to do business as three cold store facilities open
Big Chill Distribution opened its 32,200 sqm facility as new business announces tenancy.
Opinion: Starlight burning out: Taupō cinema a vital cultural lifeline
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Former Waikato prop named to play for England A
Josh Iosefa-Scott is now eligible for England selection after three years based there.
Black Caps claim historic series win
The Black Caps have beaten South Africa in a test series for the first time.
Son who 'manipulated and exploited' dementia-suffering mum jailed for $180k theft
The building project manager also punched an elderly man in the face.