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The Auckland man was jailed for 14 years and nine months.
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Dance to bring story of birth, life and death to the stage
Mangawhai choreographer Gabrielle Thomas' work Tomo comes to Hamilton.
Hauraki Gulf marine protection area tripled, bottom trawling banned
New protection for Auckland's 'absolute treasure'.
Bottom trawling ban for Hauraki Gulf to be unveiled by Govt
Scientists have long warned about overfishing and pollution in the Gulf.
Te Huia train service offers free tickets with return to central Auckland
Free tickets on Te Huia's train service are up for grabs for a week.
Hamilton in for some two-wheeled action
Australian motocross stunt team Freestyle Kings are coming to New Zealand.
Tauranga-based artist wins National Contemporary Art Award
The annual award, founded by the Waikato Society of Arts, has been held since 2000.
Nats' $6b transport plan: Four-lane highways from Whangārei to Tauranga
National wants second tunnel as part of the 'Let’s Get Wellington Moving'.
One dead, another critical after Waikato crash
Police have closed Morrinsville-Tahuna Rd between Paeroa-Tahuna and Quine Rds.
Ban on Te Huia train travelling through Auckland lifted
KiwiRail said passengers will travel for free for one week from the relaunch.
What happens next at Whakapapa, Tūroa skifields: First liquidators' report out
Liquidators will keep trading through the 2023 winter ski season.
'Disgraceful piece of driving': Man flees at more than 200km/h with baby, partner in car
Tiyrone Ballantine weaved in and out of cars on the Waikato Expressway to avoid police.
Train service banned from Auckland metro area after collision concerns
The driver failed to obey safety signals, putting the train at risk of a collision.
All he wanted was a truck ride - now 40 truckies are coming to the party
Support from kind-hearted truckies for a surprise birthday convoy is on a roll.
Opinion: Hamilton to Auckland by Te Huia train? Why I’ll stick with my car, thanks
OPINION: Why this car-lover will be taking the Te Huia train on a need-to-go basis only.
'It warms our heart' - Truck convoy to turn up to lonely boy’s party after mum’s desperate plea
She wanted to give him a truck ride. 60 truckers answered the call.
Former political figure charged with historical abuse fights to keep name secret
He was charged in January with multiple counts of indecent assault.
Waikato University talent to audition at Sydney Opera House
The six students will audition as part of a new degree.
Festival brings French flair to Hamilton
Attendees will be taken on a journey without having to jump on a plane.
Te Huia cracks carbon emissions and patronage goals
Commuter train replaces 37,000km of car travel every day.
Unlimited quartet breaks record score at national contest
‘A harmonious unit that is truly greater than the sum of its parts’.
Greenfields development aims to become a thriving North Waikato community
Comfort Group’s $1.2 billion project will span more than a decade.
Waikato authors take centre stage at Auckland festival
Six local authors will be part of the Auckland Writers Festival 2023.
Red Leap’s punk heroine teen back with a bang
The story places hope in the courageous adventuring of young people.
Experienced Gallagher Chiefs squad to face Blues
Coach Clayton McMillan says the Blues will present a 'significant' challenge.
Waikato women claim first New Zealand lacrosse crown
After 14 years, Waikato finally has a national lacrosse title.
'So lucky to be alive': Woman escapes burning home, man appears in court
Police said a 36-year-old male faces five charges relating to the incident.
Manawa squad to be clinical and brutal against Blues
Only one change was made to the starting line for second game.
Waikato councils adopt flood struck communities
Local councils joined an LGNZ campaign to support areas affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Orange rain warning for Hawke's Bay, Coromandel, Gisborne; alert for Auckland rain, possible thunderstorms before dawn
'People in these areas are advised to prepare as best they can in case of a downpour'.
Scale of damage to state highway a ‘revelation’ - Coromandel mayor
Another 60 or 70 metres has dropped away in 24 hours.
‘A real sharp one’: 4.8 earthquake near Te Aroha jolts North Island
Thousands across the Bay of Plenty, Waikato, Coromandel and Auckland felt the shake.
Weather: 'Here it comes' - weather system that caused deadly deluge tracking back over top of North Island
Warnings and watches are in place for regions across the top half of the North Island.
Scott Dixon's Indy car to be the star of Frankton Thunder
The iconic bright red race car will be a highlight at the Hamilton festival.