Soiled, neglected toddler found wandering streets, mother was ‘disconnected from reality’
The whānau was on Oranga Tamariki's radar long before the child went missing.
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Man seen on CCTV footage holding weapon in Hamilton CBD
Council CCTV operators reported the man to police.
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‘Prime land’: University strikes $1.38m deal to lease public reserve for 99 years
It plans to build a marine research and education facility.
Company lodges fast-track Waihī mine application
OceanaGold has submitted a project application through the fast-track approvals process.
'Can’t say no to your grandma': 75-year-old convinces daughter and grandson to do an Ironman with her
'We weren’t just racing. We were creating memories as a family.'
‘Helpless’ mum told toddler must continue visits with dad after sex abuse claim
The child has twice claimed her father has touched her inappropriately on the visits.
Rights ‘breached’: Animal abuser says conviction goes against her Māori worldview
Lai Toy argued her rights under the Treaty were breached by the disqualification.
Family honours legacy of slain woman Turipapa Tukere
The Ngāruawāhia woman died after a daylight brawl in Waikato.
'Both men helped themselves': Mongrel Mob members raped 14-year-old in motel room
The teen was subjected to a terrifying sexual assault that spanned several hours.
Hamilton city councillor resigns just months before election
He was first elected as a councillor in the 2021 byelection.
String of suspicious fires south of Auckland under investigation
The fires were lit across the first three months of this year.
‘Hang on a minute’: Couple wins $10.5m on a whim
'It just doesn’t feel real', the winner says.
Car and rail maintenance vehicle collide in Matamata
Police say the collision between two vehicles on a railway crossing happened at 8.50am.
‘Best decision of my life’: Tokoroa local enthuses about joining Navy
Montana Hartley has just completed junior officer and basic training at Devonport.
‘Please come home’: Desperate mother begs her missing son to make contact
Police say a man sighted on Sunday matching Langford's description was not him.
Section of SH29 to close 24/7 for two weeks
NZTA say the closure is due to pavement rehabilitation works.
‘Love you Scrap Dogg’: Murder accused drops suppression bid
Chalise Tei Barton-Barbarich allegedly killed a woman during a brawl.
A $75m investment: Jewellery giant’s arrival promises economic boost
The expansion to NZ follows a free-trade agreement with the UAE.
What roads are closed in Waikato in March?
The road rebuild in Ōhaupō is done, but there is still a lot of work happening in Waikato.
Man charged after stolen car crashes into innocent driver while fleeing police
The 42-year-old man appeared in Auckland District Court today.
Police reveal possible new sightings of missing man whose burned-out car was found in January
Police are searching for Travis Langford, missing since January 17.
‘F*** this’: Frustrated mum removed baby's oxygen, tried to leave ED after delays
Now the Waikato woman has ended up in court for the way she handled the situation.
'It's not a nice feeling': Woman months overdue for heart surgery struggles to breathe
Health NZ has apologised and scheduled a cardiologist appointment.
Pōkeno crash, highway closed: Man in stolen car crashes into innocent driver while fleeing police
The crash ended the man's run from police from Dominion Rd in Auckland, through Waikato.
'A wolf in sheep’s clothing:' How one woman's $500k theft destroyed a family business
'Because of you, the company [had] to shut down with the loss of all jobs.'
Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final
Defending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.
Watch: Great white shark with rope around its tail sparks DoC rescue effort
The shark was seen in Waikato with a rope around its tail.
'Left in the dark': Waikato college parents blast school over threat closure
'These kids were really scared.'
‘Not overflowing with opportunities’: NZR on offshore benefits for Chiefs' coach
The Chiefs' head coach will head to Ireland on a three-year deal in July.
Man completes Waikato River challenge fueled by kumara - survives getting lost
'I don’t know how you get lost on a one-way river.'
Hauraki Plains College receives second threat, school closed today
The first threat came yesterday morning. Last night, there was another one.