Murder accused tells court he feared for his life when he shot and killed old friend
Adrian Phillips has described to a court the moment he shot at a former mate.
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'Hurry up and kill me': Accused wanted to die during fire
Adrian Phillips takes the stand in his trial for the murder of Bayden Williams.
Motorcyclist takes police on pursuit through Waikato spanning over 80kms
The rider was first seen speeding in Hamilton.
Two injured after small plane crash lands and catches fire on Hamilton farm
The crash was reported to emergency services at 2.43pm.
Woman's 'excruciating' hot water bottle accident
Erin Majurey could instantly feel her skin blistering after the hot water bottle burst.
'I have done bad': Man admits 'frenzied' knife attack on mother-of-four as she held child
The 35-year-old was due to go on trial later this month but changed his plea today.
Man accused of raping prison cellmate
Benjamin Goundar allegedly sexually assaulted his cellmate every night for months.
Six charged after ketamine, P, ecstasy, mephedrone party drug bust
Police operation spanned more than six months and resulted in six arrests.
Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
With severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.
Waikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus events
Matariki Ki Waikato brings theatre, concerts and more to the region for Maori New Year
SkyCity Entertainment enjoys new recovery phase, business returning
"We're now in a new phase where people are returning," says Sky CEO Michael Ahearne.
Art auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpō
Mediums include photography, paintings, ceramics, sculpture and a contemporary tukutuku.
MDMA laced with meth discovered in New Zealand
The tablets are triangular and came in a range of colours from red to pink/orange.
Te Ao Mārama a new way of serving justice, but how much difference will $47.4m make?
Chief Judge: "We're talking about a change of culture, and with it a change of practice."
Murder accused felt like there'd been 'no justice' after earlier fight
Adrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.
Hamilton ready to get party started for HSBC NZ Sevens' return
Full men's and women's tournaments across two fields at FMG Stadium Waikato
Dilworth School sex abuse: 'Time affects memories,' cautions defence
Defence counsel asks jury whether they can recall what they were doing 40-50 years ago.
Police lift cordons in Frankton, Hamilton, after suspicious package 'made safe'
Police remain in the area making further inquiries into the package.
'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payout
Judge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.
Bootleg smokes the competition at beer and cider awards
The smokey stout was the first the team brewed at their Matangi site.
'Can't possibly be us': Hamilton couple claim $9m prize, celebrate at cafe
The 'sensible' couple celebrated at their local cafe.
Blustery Sunday: Strong wind watches, road, snowfall warnings for parts of NZ
Southwest winds are bringing severe gales to parts of the North and South Islands.
Revaluations, expansion push Ryman profit up 64 per cent
Company has assets of around $11b but market capitalisation is only $4.5b
Budget 2022: First-home buyer loan scheme shaken up
Big jump in some price caps for aspiring first home owners - but prices vary nationwide.
Street name changes to Māori 'most wonderful decision'
Name changes welcomes after 159 years "of injustice, of wrongdoing, of murder".
Hamilton name changes: Von Tempsky St now Putikitiki St; Dawson Park now Te Wehenga Park
Street and park renaming part of proposals for Hamilton to also be renamed to Kirikiriroa.
Bye bye blue sky: Cloud rolls in after bluebird week
Few weather worries for most, but rain warning issued for one part of the country.
'Your rainbows will shine forever': Husband's heartache at fatal crash sentencing
Gay Kettle's family today got to confront the man responsible for her death.
Pacific stop smoking services receive funding boost
The Government committed $8 Million to Pacific providers to reach national smokefree goal.
Jury begins deliberations over fate of father, son after teen's finger chopped off
Aggressive violence out of revenge or self defence? Deliberations continue tomorrow.
Teenage murder accused pleads guilty
Murder accused pleads guilty over death of Te Awamutu man in December.
Te Pūkenga welcomes Toi Ohomai and Wintec into the whānau
New institute committed to continued vocational education excellence in the regions.
'No one is safe': Overnight ram raid - thieves target second pawn store days apart
Store owner had to sit outside raided store at 2am to protect it.
Worker dismissed for asking boss to stop abusing him
Dismissed on the spot for asking boss to stop abusing him.