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'Absolute tragedy': Man who beat partner to death acquitted of murder
Richard Coburn was instead found guilty of manslaughter.
Auckland to Hamilton motorists told to avoid expressway this weekend
Long delays are expected on the Waikato Expressway for the next few weeks.
Lotto luck: Hamilton, Auckland players split $1 million prize
First division winner in Hamilton, while Huntly Lotto luck strikes again.
Government bails out Ruapehu Alpine Lifts again to tune of $7m
But it has said the $7 million will be the last financial support from taxpayers.
Eye of Sauron to bear down on Hamilton this weekend
It is thought to be NZ's first large-scale drone display.
Yes to bikes, no to drones in Taupō this week
Find out what's annoyed and overjoyed the people of Taupō and Tūrangi this week.
Waikato man arrested in Raglan homicide investigation
The 29-year-old is due to appear in Hamilton District Court tomorrow.
Pet projects take centre stage at global animal event in Hamilton
UK Professor claims Greyhound racing is ethical and shouldn't be banned.
Murder or manslaughter: Did Richard Coburn mean to kill his girlfriend?
That's the question a Hamilton jury is now deliberating.
Levi Reweti returns to Taranaki
'Win-win' for CMK Club Rugby and the Yarrows Taranaki Bulls NPC team.
Regional routes marginal in some areas says airline boss
The airline says it has been subsidising routes since 2020.
Waihī Golf Club's Beach Cup reaches semi-final stage
Meanwhile, a Whangamatā course hosted a charity event.
Kaipaki XI cricketers celebrate fourth Sunday victory in row
After Kaipaki batted first, it looked like Counties were in full control of the match.
Special boxing match in Hamilton to go down in history
It will be New Zealand's first female cruiserweight boxing match.
'I wiped her face, apologising': Killer told dying partner she would be all right
Richard Coburn admits he killed his partner, but says it wasn't murder.
Coastguards pull off 'challenging' night rescue in Coromandel
Meanwhile, Waikato Regional Council also rescued a grounded vessel.
'Dramatic' rates rises needed to balance Hamilton's books
Rates could increase by an average of 19.9 per cent in the 2024/25 financial year.
Woman was alive for 'at least 30 minutes' after partner's fatal attack
Richard Coburn admits killing his partner, but says it wasn't murder.
Waikato author releases woman’s guide to ADHD
The book is based on her own experiences paired with research studies.
Special wellbeing programme for people with cancer comes to Thames
Look Good Feel Better reaches out to Hauraki and the Coromandel.
Waikato initiatives stand out as Biosecurity Award finalists
The finalists have all contributed significantly to safeguarding the biosecurity of NZ.
Contrasting walks for Taupō's trampers
Find out where Taupō's tramping groups have been this week.
Top results for Taupō's golfers
Find out how Taupō and Tūrangi's clubs got on this week.
Cambridge's Leamington Domain in for revamp
Waipā District Council released 'masterplan' including bbq area, learn-to-ride path.
Key BoP-Waikato route to close over five nights
NZTA says a full closure was safer for their crews and road users.
Six60 and country music star to play Taupō Supercars gig
Another major act has been announced as part of the off-track programme.
Hamilton City Council rejigs committee roles again
Former minister and Geoff Taylor join committees, deputy mayor appointed to new role.
Small Waikato community receives special sculpture
The sculpture was a community-led project.
Mighty fine: Wool classer earns near-perfect score for fleece
Sharon Lawton's flock fleece entry received 98.5 points out of 100 at the Wānaka A&P Show.
Transport minister takes to social media over Waikato Expressway delays
Motorists spent hours getting to their destinations. Others simply gave up and went home.
Man changed partner’s bloody clothes after fatal assault, then called 111
Now Richard Coburn is standing trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend.
Chiefs Manawa still unbeaten in Super Rugby after victory over Blues
Grace Kukutai scores match winner for visitors at Bell Park in Auckland.
Chiefs drop to second after loss to Reds
Brutal turnover seals match after 23-phase Chiefs assault on the try line.