Huntly boy racer incident; Loader driver likely to escape prosecution
Police say they're yet to receive any complaints about the driver's actions on Friday.
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Applications wanted for Creative Communities Scheme
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Waikato events at the forefront of 2021 NZ Event Awards
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Local manufacturer celebrates 100 years by creating charitable trust
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Striking jetty artwork inspired by history of five local hapū
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South Waikato decides to do its own promotion of district
The council has decided to pull the funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
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Major road closures coming to Hamilton's Ruakura Rd
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Forty years of volunteering at Hamilton Gardens
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Kihikihi Village plan feedback period extended
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Riverlea Theatre Masquerade Fundraising Ball returning soon
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NZTA upgrades 6km of national walking trail
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Waipa win first Waikato district lacrosse tournament
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GPs copping abuse from frustrated patients waiting for vaccine
Staff were getting daily phone calls from frustrated patients wanting to be vaccinated.
Council candidates put youth in focus
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Waikato motorists also warned to expect heavy rain
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Manhunt for dangerous suspect who fled police after crashing into vehicle
Eagle helicopter joins midnight hunt.
Seals found in unusual places no reason to worry
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Age no barrier for brass band champs
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