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Watch NZH Local Focus: Hamilton mother thanks radio listeners for granting dying wish

A terminally ill Hamilton mother has thanked NewsTalkZB listeners for donating to help grant her dying wish. Heather Smith has just weeks to live, and thanks to the kindness of strangers she’s been able to see her daughter and take part in a very special photo shoot. Made with funding for NZ on Air.

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 From zero to hero
Waikato Herald

From zero to hero

Hamilton businessman and Robbie Allen is a colourful character living his best life after rising from crime and alcoholism. Video / Mike Scott

Riff Raff statue re-unveiling
Waikato Herald

Riff Raff statue re-unveiling

Hamilton's iconic Riff Raff statue was re-unveiled at its temporary home at the Waikato Museum yesterday. Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate and former National MP Tim Macindoe couldn't help it but join Sandra Jensen and Adrian Holroyd in doing the Time Warp (again). Video / Danielle Zollickhofer

When the cows come home
Waikato Herald

When the cows come home

New Zealand documentary When The Cows Come Home, from Vendetta Films and directed by Wellington filmmaker Costa Botes, follows the story of Waikato farmer Andrew Johnstone and his special relationship with his cows.