Meatworks facing fine after worker suffers seizure, falls to death
Jared Te Whare was on a 2.4m high stand when he suffered a seizure and fell to his death.
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'Very traumatic': Mob associate mum says fatal shooting incident led to her dealing drugs
Drug dealer Sharon Marfell jailed for seven years for supplying and possessing P and GBL.
Police charge man with robbing security staff at Hamilton bank
Police continue search for stolen cash and other offenders.
Waipā's green spaces safe from housing intensification changes
The district council assured residents: town belt and green spaces will be protected.
Pirongia students scoop five science fair prizes
Pirongia School's principal is proud of its students and their success this year
Council proposes retail, office and housing for Carter's Flat
The area around Albert Street might soon undergo rezoning as part of Plan Change 19.
College turf fundraiser
New project for Te Awamutu College set to be resource for the Te Awamutu community.
'Lost home, job, child': Victims' stark loss after 'serious' robbery
The trio were jailed for their roles in the hours-long ordeal.
Worker's advocate wants to take health board battle international
Beleaguered battler for workers' rights loses bid for judicial review of ERA decisions.
'Brazen, gutless' vandals cost Waipā $1000 a week
Community services manager says Cambridge vandalism has gotten worse.
Police hunting those responsible for two ram raids in Waikato
Police in Waikato are hunting those responsible for two ram raid incidents in the area.
Inside the secretive Mormon temple
Rare glimpse reveals white boiler suits, golden oxen and chandeliers.
The density argument is won, now how do you do density well?
There is a danger in assuming de-regulation automatically provides quality.
Theft of safe containing $250K at centre of Mongrel Mob killing
John Kina Edwards was jailed for six and a half years for DJ Grant's death.
Man who murdered partner in front of children jailed for 17 years
A man who killed a woman in front of her children has been jailed for 17 years.
Restoration climax
Next step in Climax 1317 project: Find a home to do restoration justice.
Hamilton ram raid: Thieves target Chartwell sports store
They got away with a large amount of sports clothing.
Paraone sisters help set up home semi
Waitomo Group: Waikato FPC prepare to take on the Auckland Storm at FMG Stadium.
Council takes swipe at indigenous biodiversity policy
Limited time allowed for feedback has not allowed Council to engage with its community
ANZ cricket fee subsidy helps Waikato kids get to the crease
Fees one of the first barriers families face in deciding if they can register their child.
Business finance partner trades role for job at Enrich Group
Hamiltonian Johnathan Tan is Enrich Group's new Management Services general manager.
Watch: Car used in attempted ram raid bursts into flames
And a car almost rolls away during another early morning ram raid on shop.
Smoked Paprika set to spice up rock quest national final
Hamilton band from Hillcrest High School is one of seven set to play in Auckland.
'Easy one ounce a week': Gang president's alleged 'extremely bad' cocaine habit
The storage spot in the Corolla was no good because it couldn't hold a kg of cocaine.
Love to play? Have your say
The council is holding information sessions for the community to give feedback.
Fieldays Innovation Awards prize package grows
Support, recognition, and mentoring to take innovations to the next level.
Museum lands education contract - again
The museum is the only one in Waikato to secure a prestigious contract from the ministry
Skipper rescued after boat carrying concrete mix sinks off Coromandel
The stricken vessel has since started to break up on nearby rocks.
Hamilton crime spree: Five retailers hit by thieves in overnight burglaries
One burglary attempt resulted in a car catching fire.
Take a seat with new Waikato Regional Theatre
Momentum Waikato launches new fundraising initiative.
Swamp Foxes enjoy six-try romp
And Vixens record their historic first win over East Coast.
Kate Sheppard, advocate for political change and history-maker
Punk rock musical tells the story of a woman inspired to change the world.
'It's used to get rid of someone', key Crown witness reveals allegations of gang operation
The witness said he became a prospect for the gang.
Programme teaches about leadership and giving back to community
20 migrant families received bicycles from Waikato Uni leadership programme participants.