Prominent Māori figure launches legal proceedings
The Waipareira chair seeks a review after his application for a Māori board was declined.
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Record demand for Cancer Society Hamilton accommodation
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Low-flying plane sparks incorrect crash fears, emergency services stood down
The incorrect report sparked an emergency services callout.
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Freedom camping in central Waikato towns under review
Feedback submissions close on Wednesday for Freedom Camping Bylaw.
Roadworks to take longer than expected at SH1, Rangiriri
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Residents take to streets to protest waste-to-energy plant
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Live: Luxon accuses Labour, union 'mates' of disinformation campaign
Port Waikato is a safe National seat, held by MP Andrew Bayly.
Iwi lifts rāhui at Cathedral Cove, walking tracks remain closed
Visitors are urged to see the tourist destination from the sea.
Waikato player soaks up Rugby World Cup with Italy - and scores a try
A former Waikato hooker grabs the chance to play for Italy in France.
Sunken Mercury Bay vessel leaks 1300 litres of diesel into ocean
A vessel than sank in Mercury bay has likely leaked all of its diesel into the water.
Act candidate Neil Christensen dies, by-election to be held
He was standing in the Port Waikato electorate.
'Prevented from doing their job': Ambulance staff intimidated, abused at fatal crash
Two female ambulance officers moved to a safe point during the incident.
Hamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of Weird
Hamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.
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Fishers rescued in Raglan Harbour after charter vessel hit by large wave
A large wave collapsed the cabin of the vessel and knocked a man overboard.
Southern Hamilton road project paves way for 20,000 new residents
A road project in southern Hamilton will pave the way for 20,000 new residents.
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