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Woman dies in Hamilton house: Man charged with murder
A homicide investigation is under way in Hamilton after an incident overnight.
Prominent iwi leader appears in court over alleged $364k fraud
Despite not entering a plea, Roger Pikia said he'd 'vigorously defend the charges'.
Water restrictions in place for Waipā and Hamilton
Hamilton and Waipa have moved to water alert level one.
Tairua skate park nears funding goal after 30 year wait
Tairua is getting its skate park after a 30 year wait.
Te Awa River Path repaired and open for summer
Work focused on embracing the natural environment and opening up the city to the river.
Matamata-Piako district council proposes 11.8 per cent rates increase
Existing ratepayers would fund 10.3 per cent of the total rates increase.
8.9 per cent rates increase on the cards
Huge concern about the increasing costs driven by central government for all councils.
Western Waikato's new police area commander ready for challenges
He's excited to deliver new rural support officers to Ōtorohanga and Te Kauwhata
Classic pickup truck buffs look forward to Frankton Thunder
Custom, classic, special interest vehicles, club displays, motorcycles and much more.
Future of Founders Theatre bleak despite late heritage move
Council voted to demolish Founders Theatre, replacing it with a multipurpose park.
'Nothing is going to bring Sean back': Sisters of murdered Aussie speak out
Sean McKinnon's sisters have shared their thoughts on today's sentencing.
'Yeah b****, he's dead': Killer jailed for life for Aussie tourist's murder
A judge delivered his sentence to Mark Garson in the High Court at Hamilton today.
Trees at The Meteor is back and better than ever
Kirikiriroa Christmas event sees theatre become home to a feast to the eyes.
Local tourism making a difference for Coromandel
The annual unemployment average for the district was up.
Hip Hop Showcase in Hamilton on Sunday
A dance journey through the decades will be held at the Gallagher Centre on Sunday.
Waharoa Aerodrome to get segregated toilets for returning Kiwis
For several months buses have been stopping at the Waharoa Aerodrome
Kaumatua cookie cutters add Māori flavour
Kaumātua came up with the cookie cutters as part of a whānau ora innovation project.
Councillor receives three code of conduct complaints in one week
Waikato Regional councillor claims fellow councillors are trying to silence him.
Celebration event of unity for Pasifika community with celebration for new hub
The centre will include an integrated health centre, an early childhood learning facility
Keeping up with the kaumātua
Kaumātua who couldn't go to the IronMāori can now participate in this event
Chemicals on road after truck crash, driver seriously injured, road closed
A truck has rolled on SH27 in Ngarua, in the Matamata-Piako district, early this morning.
Costs of owning controversial Victoria St buildings keep rising
The income earned on council's Victoria St properties halved this year.
Local faults responsible for previously unrecognised earthquakes
Scientists say Hamilton's low to moderate earthquake risk may need to be revised.
Babies had to be isolated after 'superbug' hit newborn unit
The outbreak in late August affected 24 babies, 12 mothers and some staff.
Councillors want answers over why contracts were granted exception from tender
Waikato Regional Council chairman defends council's 'white as snow' procurement process.
Health notice lifted for Pukemiro and Glen Afton residents
The notice was lifted as evidence shows there is currently no active fire
Heru keeps hapu mamas happy - and smoke-free
Heru and an app help keep expectant mums smoke-free.
Paracycling medallist nominated for Attitude Award
Anna Taylor of Cambridge has been nominated in the Sporting Endeavour category.
Residents want company out over putrid smell hanging over Waikato town
Prevailing winds blow an 'egregious heavy stink of a putrid nature' over the Waikato town.