Police issue reminder after wide load scrapes SH1 barriers
The travelled 160km from the Waikato up to Auckland with several motorists complaining.
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Local Focus: Hamilton family bring more buzz to the city
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Bee-friending the honeymakers
Be more bee-friendly in Hamilton. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Commercial rēwena bread coming to Kirikiriroa
Rēwena set to become the trendy new loaf for TOFS. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Commercial rēwena coming to Kirikiriroa
Rēwena set to become the trendy new loaf for TOFS. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
The day Russia 'invaded' city - and Aucklanders panicked
Fears the enemy Russians were coming to New Zealand spurred fake news and forts.
Drugs and high powered weapons seized in raid
Large quantities of drugs, money and firearms were seized from the Waikato property.
'I can't forgive him' - David White on his daughter's killer
Family violence campaigner David White is touring 71 electorates in 71 days.
Would you drink river water from a dairy farm?
Excellent rating for water on Te Anga farms. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Local Focus: Incredible results from riparian planting
Excellent rating for water on Te Anga dairy and cattle farms. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Revealed: How Burger King banned unruly tourists from every restaurant in NZ
The families were issued with trespass notices for all 83 NZ Burger Kings.
Mike King: DHB's call for new inquest into Nicky Stevens' death 'an absolute disgrace'
In December Coroner Bain ruled Nicky Stevens' death could have been avoided.
Immigration NZ attempts to deport man with valid visa
No paperwork on removal order which almost saw Immigrant X put on a plane.
Teenager's death at Raglan bridge deemed accidental
The circumstances of death found Richard's drowning was accidental.
Fake health worker arrested after stealing medication from elderly
Police are now asking people to check on their loved ones in case they've fallen victim.
Mayor pays to fence off council land over safety concerns
Councillors told no strings were pulled when the mayor put up a fence next to his home.
Tradie hits back at police warning after head-on crash
Builder Adam Cowie said the wood remained secure, only four big items were thrown.
The resident doctors strike starts 8am today until 8am Thursday
Junior doctors will strike for a third time starting today until Thursday morning.
Hamilton Police car crashes into back of trailer
Police car crashes in Hamilton on way to incident, causing minor damage to trailer.
Man charged over crash that killed teen's mother, father and girlfriend
Auckland man to appear in court over Hamilton triple fatal crash.
Serious concerns with how Wintec spends public money
Wintec CEO Mark Flowers "pleased but not surprised" by findings into his actions
Health boss booked flight for woman, went to Las Vegas
Draft says Nigel Murray booked an international flight for a woman using taxpayer money.
Local Focus: Big-hearted Te Awamutu mates have 'silly ideas' for good causes
Not just any old stroll around a lake. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
'As thick as thieves': Daughter shaves head to support dad in cancer battle
Kerry is battling multiple myeloma but isn't the type to curl up in a ball over it.
One moderately injured in Waikato crash
The collision in Ngaruawahia involved a truck and a car.
Highway 61 rider guilty of dangerous driving causing death
James Eric Hiroki and Carey Raymond Leask will be sentenced on March 22.
'Hey babe, take a walk on the mild side'
The stick walkers of Te Awamutu Marathon Clinic. Made with funding from NZ on Air.
Unchained: Family drives four hours to rehome neglected dog
From chained to cherished, Hessie's tragic life was turned around in a matter of months.
Local Focus: Watch: 92-year-old still walking the streets
Te Awamutu Marathon Clinic’s keen walkers. Made with funding from NZ on Air
The $48k-$80k job few wanted - now they're lining up
More Kiwis are embarking on a teaching career again because of the teacher shortage.
Thieves steal Maori weapons from well known leader
The owner fears if they are not found soon they will be sold or taken overseas.
Meremere Dragway death first in 46 years
Meremere Dragway mourns death of drag racer Laurie Webster who died racing on Saturday
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