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Young dad-to-be who raped sleeping woman gets sentence reduced
A man found guilty of raping a sleeping woman has had his sentence cut by one year.
Tractor pull fascinates little Fieldays fans
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NZ landmarks will light up orange in support of the World Vision efforts
NZ landmarks will light up orange in support of the World Vision efforts
Chiefs v Brumbies semi to be 'a hell of a game'
The Chiefs have their eyes firmly set on a spot in the Super Rugby Pacific final.
Mr Fox a fantastic choice as theatre reports huge casting response
Clever Mr Fox keeps one paw ahead of the local farmers.
Bats the Musical: Vampires don't exist... do they?
Some 90 Te Awamutu Intermediate students are working hard to produce Bats the Musical.
Fifa Women’s World Cup: Hamilton event to spotlight growth of women’s sport
K’aute Pasifika Fale discussion a celebration of women’s sport .
Tīrau chicken farmer makes changes for climate
Jeff Collings is working hard to decarbonise his 130,000-bird farm.
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Next step in Cambridge to Piarere safety improvements starts
Karapiro villagers will be most affected by expressway works.
Saturated Waikato catchments vulnerable heading into a wet winter
There are new challenges to predicting the impact of rainfall events on our catchments.
Chiefs playmaker Gatland off to Japan
Bryn Gatland will make the shift alongside fellow Chiefs teammate Brodie Retallick.
Plan ahead if travelling near Karāpiro
Upgrade to Karāpiro Power Station and SH1 safety work to disrupt traffic for 2 more years.
Hamilton walking, biking and public transport upgrades update
Public input is invited as part of the planning and public engagement process.
Fieldays excited for international visitors
The countdown to Fieldays is on as the annual event returns to its winter dates.
Benefits outweigh disruption, says council as next roundabout roadworks start
The Gordonton Rd/Wairere Drive intersection will also get raised platforms,
Huskies take home the Gallagher Women’s Premiership title
Two late tries see Hamilton Marist come home strong against Otorohanga
Speed Management Plan open for public feedback
Priority list includes streets flagged to become permanently 40km/h.
Castle Rangers prove too strong for Allied HOB Collins Premier
FTNC Premier Reserve reinforce top spot with record score.
Waikato rugby #551 Andy Bell has strong Te Awamutu links
Bell was a fullback at the same time as Waikato and All Blacks legend Don Clarke.
Up, up and away: Female pilots show altitude in Hamilton
The New Zealand Association of Women in Aviation held their annual rally in Hamilton.
SURF women host Taupiri in promotion/relegation contest in Tokoroa
Weekly Preview for women’s and men’s games for Saturday June 10
Waikato University talent to audition at Sydney Opera House
The six students will audition as part of a new degree.
Waterworld to close for three weeks for maintenance
Regular swimmers may use Gallagher Aquatic Centre as an alternative.
Chiefs hope to get revenge on Queensland Reds at home
Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan says the game will be a challenge, but team is ready.
Special Olympics athletes take off to Germany
The 39 athletes compete in the Special Olympics World Summer Games from June 14.
Huskies face old foes Melville in fifth consecutive premiership final
Melville come in as underdogs with nothing to lose.
Kids go crazy for adventure-filled weekends in South Waikato
Replace screen time with scream time.
Festival brings French flair to Hamilton
Attendees will be taken on a journey without having to jump on a plane.
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Te Rapa fall short against Ōhaupō
There were 97 points scored in the Division 1 match at Ōhaupō Memorial Park on Saturday.
Black Ferns to battle Australia in Hamilton
There are nine players named to debut in the test in Hamilton.