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Telephone Rd to reopen next year after being closed since 2022
Transport Minister Simeon Brown shared the announcement yesterday.
Opinion: Broad economic policies without targeted support for Māori are insufficient
'Our people need real solutions', Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board chairman says.
Three injured in Wairere Drive crash: Heavy traffic building up
One person was trapped and had to be rescued by firefighters.
One person seriously injured after car crashes into fence
One ambulance was sent to the incident on Kura St, Whatawhata.
Police say vehicle may have crossed centre line in fatal Tīrau crash
The three-vehicle crash claimed one life and injured 14 others.
Two-car crash blocks Hamilton's main street at rush hour
A police spokesperson said the incident was reported just after 8.45am.
Community pool reopened after delays and added expenses
Whangamatā swimming pool refurbishment project balloons to $430k.
Urgent testing under way after elevated levels of arsenic found in Akl's water supply
Arsenic is a substance found in rock that can be deadly if consumed in large amounts.
'Not enough evidence' that incinerator would be positive for community, mayor says
Waipā District Council prepares feedback on Te Awamutu waste-to-energy plant.
Foreign tourists caught up in tour bus crash; one dead, 13 hurt
Seven ambulances and five helicopters responded.
Meter reader critically injured as thieves looking for drug money steal his work car
Jason Wharekura maintains he doesn't know his co-offenders, despite his guilty plea.
More delays expected as Pauanui bridge works continue
Damage has been caused by high tides and heavy rain.
SH29 Piarere roundabout approach in need of urgent repairs
Emergency road repairs are being carried out tomorrow, November 28.
Arrest made after aggravated robbery at Hamilton bar
A 31-year-old man allegedly presented a knife to a bartender, demanding and taking money.
Police respond to possible sighting of armed people on college campus
Police have since been stood down and believe there is no threat.
'Unusual circumstances': Remains identified as Tokoroa man missing for two years
Police are appealing for information - 'even the smallest detail could be crucial'.
Service station damaged in Hamilton ram raid
The ram raid happened at the St Andrews Service Station on Braid Road.
Victims traumatised: Teen robber on e-bail robs petrol station, twice
One of the staff members was injured after being kicked in the face.
Whitianga waterfront project now up for discussion
New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.
Humble jandal celebrated in Coromandel festival
The summer jandal is to be celebrated in Tairua.
Prisoner captured after escape from Waikato Hospital
The incident has prompted a review of Spring Hill Corrections Facility procedure.
NZ's first non-binary MP presents maiden speech
Benjamin Doyle became a list MP based in Hamilton after Darleen Tana was ousted.
Tairua-Pāuanui Community Board member Cath Wightman resigns
There are several options after Wightman's departure.
Police on the hunt for Toyota after roadworker threatened with gun
Police are seeking dashcam footage of the vehicle involved in the incident.
Odours among key concerns about new food scraps bins
Odours, broken handles and lids are among immediate concerns.
House fire in Ngāruawāhia, emergency services on scene
"One patient was assessed at the scene as being in a minor condition."