Jaden Chhayrann, 17, got caught in a rip while going for a swim on a geography trip.
Clean sweep for cycle lane safety in Hamilton streets.
The Dame Malvina Major Chair in Opera aims to revitalise the University's School of Music.
Play based on writer's conversations with his grandmother in Denmark during the lockdown
Benee's first nationwide regional tour was due to kick off in New Plymouth this weekend.
The loader driver tried to scoop up one of the boy racer's cars, a witness says.
"The few police on the embankment were brushed aside like feathers."
New board chairman says issues stemmed from policies, systems and people.
"Suboptimal care does not necessarily lead to harm," Waikato DHB says.
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Discounted tattoos for donated food in Huntly. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Furoshiki looks amazing and it's recyclable. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Famous Opoutere Youth Hostel may be closed next year. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
"They don't care about locals. It's all about money." Made with funding from NZ On Air.
From speaking no English to an interpreter graduate. Made with Funding from NZ On Air.
It's too cheap to dump rubbish, says new report. Made with Funding from NZ On Air
The deep earthquake was widely felt, but not close to the epicentre.
The Waikato winery is riding high after taking out three gold medals and two trophies.
Spanish-style house was extensively renovated.
But Barfoot and Thompson figures for July show dip in median sale price.
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Independent research shows farmland sales driven by increase in carbon price.
Major concerns among some locals about what water plan will mean for the environment.
Jacinda Ardern, Michael Every, Miles Every, Craig Wiggins.
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The council has decided to pull the funding for Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
Luke O'Dwyer leaves behind wife Kylie and two young children.
The attendees included VIPs and ex and current politicians.
While the indoor pool is closed to await roof removal, outdoor users get comfort upgrade.
A gaggle of geese has terrorised an organised fun run, leaving 2 joggers with bruises.
Coinciding with World Hepatitis Day, the plan aims to help eliminate the disease globally.
Expect three months of road closures done in stages.
The new trio to add Māori flavour consists of a fishhook, koru and double twist.
Volunteers helped transform the city's main rubbish dump into a world-class attraction.
Wide cross-section of views sought to truly reflect community's desires
Theatre well known for its commitment to the upskilling of young thespians
Gravel path and sections of boardwalk make for a safer walk alongside river
Overhead powerlines make simple job a real challenge
Waikato Divisional team brought to life to give Division One rugby players rep experience.
Since April, any cab modified since 2005 must get sign-off from a specialist engineer.