Waikato author wins NZ Book Awards fiction prize for second time
Catherine Chidgey won the Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction.
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Across the three categories, the organisers chose 49 finalists.
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Hamilton Musical Theatre brings energy to Mel Brooks’ monster comedy
The focus and commitment of the entire ensemble make this another winner.
New bylaws aim to manage nuisance behaviour on roads
New clause helps police target street racing activities.
Matamata murderer Greg Meads denied parole again
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Hamilton's Ramp Gallery welcomes new curator
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Chiefs centurian re-signs with NZ Rugby until 2026
Anton Lienert-Brown recommits to the Chiefs and All Blacks until 2026.
First high-definition 3D maps of Waikato region released
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Coromandel community welcomes news of bridge fix on SH25A
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'He betrayed me': Man accused of killing brother after mother's tangi
Joey Richards is accused of murdering his brother by plunging a knife into his heart.
Waikato-based Grandfather of Google dies
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Indoor netball: FTNC Premier lead University of Waikato from start to finish
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One dead after crash involving cyclist in Hamilton
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Wintec Te Pūkenga celebrates 30-year nursing milestone
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Hamilton rower selected for U19 World Champs in France
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Chiefs stars pass on skills to young rugby players
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Rainbow Place funding ensures specialist nursing for fragile children
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Waikato farmer wins regional dairy women's award
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Call for trucking companies to do better as Moving Day nears
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