Refugee jailed for sex with underage girl
Issue of age of consent in South America raised during proceedings.
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High school avoids prosecution after student drowns
Instead, an "enforceable undertaking" will cost Melville High School about $266,000.
Wetland expert wins Loder Cup conservation award
Conservation Minister Kiri Allan presented Beverley Clarkson with the award in Hamilton.
Covid-19 community case numbers to stay above 5000 before increasing - expert
There were 9047 community cases reported yesterday.
Kmart attack: Accused granted bail - with a 22-hour curfew
She won't have an ankle bracelet, but she has strict bail conditions.
'She couldn't walk, she couldn't talk'; Man jailed for raping 'semi-comatose' woman
The judge assessed the victim as being 'semi-comatose' when she was put to bed.
Kmart attack: Second accused arrested, appears in court
The 26-year-old woman made a brief appearance in court this morning.
Watch: Frightening footage as car rams into the back of another vehicle
White car can be seen slamming at speed into the back of another vehicle on quiet street.
Anzac road toll at 10: Crashes in Northland and Waikato claim two more lives
Since Friday, 10 people have died on the roads.
Driver shot at by air gun, bus window shattered
Shot came from nearby house, relative of bus driver wrote on reddit.
Two more arrests over milk tanker attack
Police are still on the hunt for two more men.
Police 'frustrated' in search to locate Marokopa family
Police believe people that know Thomas Philips may have vital information.
Adult film actress v Cossie Club neighbour war: More court action likely as landlord defends Lisa Lewis
It is understood that the Hamilton Cosmopolitan Club is appealing the case.
Reaching for cigarettes while driving proves a fatal mistake
Fabian Phillips died of surgery complications seven months after the accident.
Alleged Kmart robber appears in court, denied bail
The 24-year-old was denied bail when she appeared in court on multiple charges today.
Kmart chaos: Police interview battered staff as hunt for culprits continues
Staff at the store have been spoken to and police inquiries are ongoing.
Police looking for missing man last seen with small backpack and blanket
There are concerns for 27-year-old Reece Cameron's welfare.
Paraglider saved in dramatic helicopter rescue after 10 metre fall in Huntly
The man is in a serious condition in hospital.
Police issue infringement notices after Comancheros 'gang movements'
Notices have been issued for breaches of licence conditions and safety requirements.
Police 'monitoring' notorious gang's motorcycle run
Similar bikie gang runs have left motorists terrified.
'I was targeted because I'm a cop' - policeman's drink spiked at pub
Nicholas Townsend spiked the cop's drink because he was 'annoying' him.
'Devastating impact on families' as $8m lost on pokies in region in a year
Problem Gambling Foundation says harmful gambling affects every aspect of a person's life.
Resign or be rolled - Waikato regional councillors issue ultimatum to chairman
Eight councillors have signed a letter telling the chairman to stand down... or else.
Health ministry debating mask exemptions as issues persist
People medically exempt from masks sometimes face a stiff reception from businesses.
Concern Waikato Inc poorly prepared for climate change
Majority of business survey respondents have no strategy or plan.
Waikato farmer Ken McIntyre, partner avoid jail after dumping waste into stream
Kenneth McIntyre organised a contractor to unlawfully dig into a stream.
Serious crash in Gordonton, Waikato: road closed
The road is closed and motorists should avoid the area.
Classic yachts gather in Waikato for special weekend
12 classic launches will make their way from Auckland to the Maritime Park in Paeroa.
'They took my son', mother's heartache after accused appear in court over alleged historic kidnapping
The accused all entered not guilty pleas before Judge Robert Spear.
Missing Mokau man located after going missing from home
Eric Pratt went missing from his Mokau home on Sunday morning.
Alleged kidnapping trial aborted due to 'Covid-19 reasons'
The trial was due to start its sixth day when it had to be aborted.
Man allegedly involved in stabbing at school remanded for psychiatric report
The man was remanded in further custody for a mental health assessment.