Waikeria prison riot: Key instigator pleads guilty, razor blade dispute kicked off fiery riot
The accused was the first to get on top of the roof and freed others from their cells.
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Former senior policeman faces theft charges totalling $136,000
The accused was remanded on bail to reappear in court later this month.
Waipā residents want to shed reliance on cars
Using feedback, the council is creating a blueprint for Waipā's future.
Festive themed comedy rooted in tricky family dynamics
Cast works hard to play up the laughs and bring the solutions to family's festive fracas.
'Each year the confidence grew': Former business manager quietly stole $900k
The 49-year-old stole just over $900,000 over a nine-year period.
Stolen artworks believed to be in Whangamatā
The art has been on-sold illegally to a person or persons in Whangamatā.
Shark expert aims to upskill public on apex predator
The odds of a water user bumping into a shark on their boogie board remain low.
Angela Blank embraces leadership role
Board of Trustees announces acting principal has been handed the role of tumuaki.
Wrampling-Alec involved in NZ Under-18 Tournament
Young Te Awamutu Sports loose forward part of the action in age group tournament.
Duo to perform songs from the heart
Andy Warneford and Adelle Eddy will be performing at Whangamata's Art after Dark event.
AVOCO-sponsored Pairs Triple Challenge
The AVOCO-sponsored Pairs Triple Challenge had a full field of 54 pairs playing
Waikato Museum welcomes spooky season with special tours
Halloween is coming early, as the museum has put on two guided story tours.
'Hideous violence': Man who stabbed partner to death in front of children finally named
Cory Purutanga can finally be named as the man who stabbed his partner to death.
Waikato planners set sights on fast passenger rail to Auckland
Tainui Group Holdings is among those planning for fast rail.
Exhibition takes visitors back to the Hamilton of the 1990s
'Jellicoe and Bledisloe: Hamilton in the 90s' features 40 photos, a video and a book.
Popular Waitomo nature walk closed due to erosion
Mangapohue Natural Bridge walk closed due to weather-related erosion.
Massive funding boost for Waikato research
Grants a tangible acknowledgment of the impact and value of the work of Waikato academics
Hamilton mayor announces senior team
Six-term councillor Angela O'Leary will be Hamilton's deputy mayor.
Grandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognised
Pasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.
Hamilton Playbox's end-of-year production a perfect pre-Christmas show
Twas the Fight Before Christmas is filled with clever dialogue and hilarious characters.
Hauraki mayor returns unopposed
Goudie believes Thames-Coromandel punches above its weight.
Farming company and contractor fined $76k over damage to Waikato stream
Damage included 48 dead eels and significant sediment deposits into the water course.
Whangamata Collective's Art after Dark
You're invited to dazzle after dark at the Whangamata Golf Club.
Mighty mix of events kicks off summer fun in the Waikato
Get out there, get involved and enjoy the Waikato fun in the months to come
K'aute Pasifika counting down to celebration of 20-year dream of community hub
The country's first pan pacific hub has an official opening date.
Hamilton kindergarten shuts down after multiple incidents with abusive neighbour
A parent is upset by the lack of communication from the Waikato Kindergarten Association.
Adrienne Wilcock wins Matamata-Piako mayoral race
Adrienne Wilcock is currently 123 votes ahead of Stu Husband.
Publishing hopes for young Waikato science fair winner
NIWA awards enhance science and technology for young New Zealanders.
'He was just a skeleton of a baby': Family moves to Australia to save starving infant
Gideon's body started 'eating itself' to survive - 'He was essentially starving to death.'
Mystery surrounds body found in Waikato river
Police are making enquiries after a dead body was found in the Waikato river.
Pauanui gets enlarged fit-for-purpose facility
The new clubhouse opens as PSLC marks its 50-year jubilee this year
Taupō Mayor David Trewavas returns for fourth term
There will be five new faces on the council, including two Māori Wards.
Come on in and meet the proud new owners of Paper Plus Te Awamutu
Enthusiastic new owners are enjoying the community and encourage people to stop in.