‘Get lost you...': Drunk man unleashes tirade of racial abuse on church staff
Craig Murray was 'severely intoxicated' at the time he abused church staff.
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Waikato Chamber of Commerce expands to South Waikato
Chamber CEO said there was lots of interest from local business owners for connections.
'We don't always get it right': IPCA finds police wrongfully arrested, used force on man with facial tattoos
Officers 'wrestled' the man to the ground, put him in a headlock and pepper-sprayed him.
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Make the most of the remaining sunshine with this tangy salad.
Homicide investigation launched, area cordoned off after man found dead on Raglan road
Area searches where the man was found are under way.
Pāuanui surfer makes a splash at NZ Women’s Surf Festival
Pauanui girl sets record for youngest winner.
Rees and West battle in North Waikato Superbike finale
Mitch Rees ready to give the superbike title "another crack" next season.
Review: Box of Birds a cute show for littlies
Birdlife Productions brought their show Box of Birds to the Hamilton Arts Festival.
A course to rule them all: Hobbiton Halfling Marathon to be a sellout
Participants will get to see some locations never-before accessed by the general public.
Waikato para-athletes to visit local schools
Three local champions are taking part in a Paralympics New Zealand education programme.
'Visionary shaking up architecture worldwide': Jasmax architect Elisapeta Heta
Heta worked on the City Rail Link project, particularly Te Waihorotiu Station's design.
Taupō police: Theft and assault not making for personal bests
In the lead-up to Ironman, not everyone has been aiming for a personal best.
Hunt on for next Kiwi Supercars champ ahead of Taupō event
Supercars makes its return to New Zealand in April.
Waitomo para cyclist only Kiwi nominee for World Sport Award
Nicole Murray has been nominated in the category World Sportsperson with a Disability.
Animal welfare in the spotlight at special conference
The conference will focus on issues that are affecting pet owners worldwide.
More than 60 local artists add their flair to Waipa Creative Trail
The five exhibitions will showcase artwork from more than 60 local artists.
'I get bored': Ram raiding Hamilton teen tells judge
The teen, from Afghanistan, got swept up in ram-raid crime that swept through the Waikato.
'Big shock': Maui Milk tells suppliers to stop milking
Maui Milk emailed its 13 Waikato suppliers on Monday afternoon telling them to stop.
Cathedral Cove walking tracks to reopen before next summer
DoC announced the first steps needed to restore walking access.
Formidable forward pack underpins Chiefs Manawa ahead of first match
Japan international Seina Saito has been named at 8 for the Chiefs Manawa.
Council considers deferring Long Term Plan due to repeal of Three Waters legislation
Other councils are also considering the Enhanced Annual Plan option.
Hamilton Old Boys beat them all in Bangkok
Hamilton Old Boys beat Jam Boys 26-19 in Bangkok International 10s final.
Piarere safety improvements in final stages
The Hickey Road intersection of SH1 has been known for road deaths and serious injuries.
Waikato youth selected for New Zealand Youth Ministock team
Three local teenagers have been selected for the New Zealand team of six.
Te Awamutu rowers off to Twizel for Aon Maadi Regatta
The two Te Awamutu College students have been competing together since last season.
Inaugural Women's Surf Festival to make waves in Pauanui
Female surfers from across New Zealand will descend on the Coromandel this weekend.
Major hospital privacy breach ensnares dozens of patients
The hospital has 'immediately ceased using window envelopes'.
Volunteer fireman rescues wife twice in two years
Working for Fire and Emergency has had some life-saving benefits for this couple.
'Cinderella Man' story: Darryl Takerei to take on Liam Messam in Taranaki
Darryl Takerei will make his professional boxing debut against the former AB.
Nightmare for elm trees in Te Awamutu
A fatal and fast-spreading tree fungus has been discovered in Waipa.
SH25A to close overnight next week
NZTA said the closure was crucial for the work to be carried out.
Chiefs to face Brumbies in Melbourne on Sunday
Clayton McMillan just announced the starting line-up, Slater to clock up 50 games.
Thumbs up to four wheel drives, found wallets and flat tyre repair
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