Hamilton news

'I can't go to jail': Colombian refugee tries to convince teen to drop sex charges
The victim was repeatedly sexually assaulted by three men. All have now been sentenced.

Woman used company card to steal from early childhood employer
Police prosecutor: 'It was deeply cynical and calculated and persistent.'

Cardiologist to Olympians honoured for impact of his research
Martin Stiles has also helped fix the hearts of Olympic medal winners.

Flavour, quality, consistency: The secret behind bakery's award-winning hot cross buns
'If we can punch you in the face with a burst of flavour, I’m quite happy.'

Easter, Anzac travel: Drivers urged to plan ahead
Heavy traffic expected on SH2 between Paeroa and Waihī during holidays.

'Prepare now': Cyclone Tam brings 130km/h gust, winds forecast to ramp up overnight
Forecasters warn of 120km/h gusts that may close the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Super Rugby teams: Hurricanes star's big positional shift
All the ins and outs ahead of the 10th round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

How MP Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke ended up in Stan Walker’s latest music video
She sings the same pao (poem) that preceded a haka she led in Parliament.

One dead, road closed after Hamilton crash
Police said the road may be closed for some time.

White Chapel Jak, Super Rugby - here's what's on in the Waikato
What events are on in Waikato?

'I very much regret it': Doctor accepts oral sex at work was unwise
The doctor says the proceedings have affected his mental health.
Waikato news

Boat on fire off Coromandel coast
Emergency services respond to vessel fire off Coromandel coast; one person rescued.

'Great news': $97m Tauriko road plan to boost jobs and growth
The NZTA Board has endorsed the Tauriko West Road investment case in the Bay of Plenty.

'Cherished': Taupō farm vehicle victim described as 'beautiful pou'
A long-time friend said they are 'extremely broken'.
More Hamilton news

Police focus on grey Honda Civic in Hamilton arson investigation
Police are also seeking video or CCTV footage taken before emergency services arrived.

'Unacceptable': Police crack down on reckless dirt bike riding
Three stolen dirt bikes were recovered in Matamata after a police warrant.

'A shortage of props': NZ Rugby seeks athletes for new Black Ferns pathway
Next Ferns seeks women aged 16-25 for four regional combines in May.