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Accused gunman spotted near Hamilton mosque two weeks ago
Man resembling alleged Christchurch shooter Brenton Tarrant seen outside place of worship.
Stage star visits Hamilton before War Horse heads to Auckland
Broadway and West End star drops by to visit New Zealand's war horse.
Hamilton unites for Muslim community after Christchurch Mosque shootings
Over 3000 Hamiltonians attended a vigil at Claudelands Park.
Candlelight vigil to be held at Claudelands Park after Christchurch mosque shootings
A candle light vigil is being held at Hamilton's Claudelands Park.
Striking students want a voice on climate change
Several hundred Hamilton students gathered in Garden Place.
Therapy dog makes a difference at school
At 11 weeks old, Daisy joined the school two weeks ago to be trained as a therapy dog.
First class teachers gather for reunion
Some of those at the reunion had travelled from as far away as England.
Riverside lifesaver available 24/7
The AED has easy instructions in writing and in a recording.
Issues raised for International women's day
The audience heard that diversity mattered because it added a legitimacy to democracy
Balloons over Waikato festival starts in Hamilton next week
The ZURU Nightglow is the finale from 4pm on Saturday night, March 23.
Hamilton reviews sensitive street names
Council voted in favour of reviewing street names around Hamilton.
Chances to save baby from a hot car missed by five extra adults
Isaiah Neil was "warm" when an ambulance officer arrived at his house the day he died.
Hamilton's i-Site future to be decided
Hamilton could lose its i-Site on Thursday if council deem it too expensive.
Mayor under fire after paying for adverts
Mayor Andrew King said one beggar in Hamilton is one too many.
Tennis: De la Rue wins national titles
De la Rue bounces back from illness to retain national titles
Give Huggable Hearts a helping hand
"Whenever grief hits you it's nice to have something tangible to hold."
Mates set for 100km-plus fundraising walk
Ollie Ward and Gerard Dorssers are walking around Lake Ngāroto for 24 hours this weekend.
Views split on Claudelands Bridge
Commentary on the proposed shared zone for Claudelands Bridge was split.
WWII re-enactment on Sunday in Frankton
World War II will break out again — but this time in Frankton.
Hamilton's proposed annual plan before council
The budget will come back before council in April for final consideration.
Falls focus of Awareness Week
The focus for this year's Black out for Brain Injury Awareness Week is falls.
Pair wins birthday trip of a lifetime
Michelle listed her house in January, without knowledge of the prize.
Annual French film festival returns to Hamilton
The festival will run in cinemas through the country from Auckland to Arrowtown.
Hamilton to host British Lions and Tonga
The Great Britain Rugby League Lions will play for the first time since 2007.
Tributes flow for New Zealand netball legend Monica Leggat
Monica Leggat has passed away at the age of 86.
Design for Pirongia junior playground confirmed
It hasn't been an easy journey for the Pirongia residents behind the project.
Inspiring speakers for International Women's Day event in Hamilton
Both women will give talks on how they have overcome impairments to lead successful lives.
Repair work under way on State Highway One
The work is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled if required.
Fatal crash: Hero mum dies maneuvering car to save children
A last second manoeuvre by mum involved in fatal crash saved her kids' lives, family says.
Tractor collection pulls at the heartstrings
People from all over the world expected to bid. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Fresh blow for Hamilton mayor's central park plan
The council paid $6.49M for the properties last year.
Death in Pukemiro: Population 200 - is one a killer?
A homicide investigation has been launched after a death of a man in the town of Pukemiro.