'Mammoth effort': Work on historic bridge complete
It will protect the steel from corrosive elements such as weather and pigeon poo.
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Instead, Zhane Faiers will serve at least seven years in jail for killing her partner.
Soldier teaches school kids how to stay safe in the bush
The teacher at Matangi School has started a fortnightly “Bush School” programme.
Narawa injury update: Chiefs player taking rehab 'week by week'
Narawa is hopeful of a round one return for the Gallagher Chiefs.
Hamilton MP Tama Potaka becomes Cabinet Minister
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Chiefs and Blues head to Japan for special new comp ahead of Super Rugby
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New boat rules to curb invasive clam
Boaties are being warned about new rules for using the Waikato River.
Connection a key element in 2024/2025 Chiefs Rugby Club jerseys
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What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Doctor failed to disclose police charges and Australian investigation
GP struck off a second time for criminal convictions including assault and dishonesty.
Boy, 12, undergoes surgery after police dog released on him
But the IPCA has found the use of the dog was justified.
Fighting climate change: Hamilton engineers design special aircraft
The SuperPac XSTOL is set to be used by the United Nations.
'Very lucky': One person injured after explosion in Cambridge
Fire and Emergency New Zealand says a 44-gallon drum exploded.
'Tis the season to be jolly: Waikato busting with Christmas events
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Researchers receive big bucks to boost health for Māori and Pacific
Māori and Pacific research given $500k boost
'I thought I was gonna die': Young father battles rare brain condition
There is no treatment in New Zealand, so the young dad of three has to sell his house.
Kīngi Tūheitia visits Parihaka Pā to strengthen tribal bond
The visit coincides with days celebrating the teachings of prophets.
Te Awamutu AFC providing many options this summer
And the local football club says 2024 is set to be a massive year of activity.
Watch: Car engulfed in flames on Waikato Expressway
It is not known how the fire began and it took firefighters close to an hour to extinguish
Te Kauwhata wine company takes top honours in Waikato Business Awards
Annual Waikato Business Awards winners have been announced.
Four local finalists in sporting awards
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More work needed at the Rangiriri section of SH1
There are further delays to road works at Rangiriri.
Footloose wows the crowds with high-energy dance sequences
The Riverlea Christmas Show is Footloose — The Musical.
Severe thunderstorm watch for Waikato, Coromandel
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the six hours from 2pm to 8pm.
Police: Eyes on the road for a safe summer
Collisions and distracted driving are still too prevalent, says Taupō's senior sergeant.
Heavy rain expected for several areas in North Island
Northland, Auckland, Gisborne and Waikato are all in the firing line.
Coromandel camping sites full for summer
Some DoC campsites will operate at reduced capacity this summer.
Family take aim at man involved in kidnapping, assault on father-of-three
Patrick Cousins led a largely law-abiding life until the night he lured a man to a shed.
Brothers offer thief spare parts for stolen waterblaster
Theft victims say they genuinely harbour no ill-will towards the thief.
Experienced professor hopes to boost Waikato University's research profile
Professor Gary Wilson has supervised more than 35 masters and doctoral students.