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State Highway 26/27 roundabout blocked by rolled truck
The road is expected to be partially blocked until 3pm.
Opinion: How Fieldays drives innovation in NZ's farming sector
OPINION: Scientists, researchers and developers frequently get their ideas from farmers.
Disability care workers angry at suspension threat
NZ's largest Māori-based provider of disability care is at war with the PSA union.
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Aucklanders wake to thunderstorms, 5000 lightning strikes overnight
Residents will be inspecting their properties for damage.
"I don't want to go to a restaurant and have pea foam. I just want the pea."
It's all about kai and community at Falls Retreat, a paddock-to-plate paradise.
'Coldest nights': NZ braces for another bone-chilling night as cold snap continues
MetService has issued road snowfall warnings for Porters Pass and the Crown Range Rd.
'Maybe they could do the same': Chiefs hopeful of Blues favour
The road to the title runs through Christchurch after the Chiefs lost to the Blues.
Ten players win almost $33k each in Lotto Second Division – where lucky tickets were sold
Three players shared $1 million in last night's First Division draw.
'I've paid the price': Illegal gasfitter claims laws need to change
John Arthur falsely advertised himself as a registered professional.
Where top NZ chefs go for the best winter dining spots
From Sam Low to Simon Levy, NZ’s top foodies and chefs share their favourite winter spots.
Celebrating Waikato farmer Gordon Stephenson’s legacy
“He believed deeply that you should leave the land in a better state than you found it."
Search for man continues five months after he disappears on trip north
His car was found burnt out on a Tolley Rd farm in Ngāroma, Waikato.
'Big push now': Trainer's plea to save wild Kaimanawa horses
Bex Tasker says there’s more urgent work to be done to help the heritage horse breed.
Cambridge trainer Tony Pike enters four in Ellerslie juvenile contest
Pike has Arthur, Ashoka, Boombox and Happy Youmzain in today's race for two-year-olds.
Motorist's road rage caused para-cyclist training for Paralympics to crash
The victim, Eltje Malzbender, was still able to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.
'Game changer': Corrections Minister opens Waikeria Prison's new 596-bed facility
The jail's extension spans about 21 hectares and includes 28 new buildings.
New running event to see Taupō sweating this weekend
The route follows Taupō’s Great Lake Pathway from wo Mile Bay Sailing Club to Te Ātea.
Beef tallow spill causes slip hazard over Kaimāī Range
A clean-up crew and sucker truck are on the way to tackle the problem.
Man charged with murder after 30yo woman struck in Hamilton crash
Michael Karekare, 38, was granted bail when he appeared in court this afternoon.
'Things have really fallen into place': Telfer on winning streak
Steve Telfer is optimistic about his horses' chances at Alexandra Park tonight.
Watchdog assessing complaints after Woolies' false Milkrun ad pricing
Commerce Commission receives multiple inquiries over Facebook ads for delivery service.
'I knew something wasn't right': Baby's journey to rare diagnosis after 30 seizures a day
At 6 months old, Mila was diagnosed with CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD).
$51m boost for forensic mental health services
Health Minister Matt Doocey announced the four-year funding increase at Waikato Hospital.
Local council closes underused holiday park
Te Kūiti Holiday Park was developed in 2018 with a government grant of $200,000.
New hut in works as Tongariro Great Walk delays opening
Walkers face a 20km trek between Mangatepopo and Waihohonu huts.
'Mixed bag of extremes': Weather forces tough feed calls for farmers
Some Northland farms experienced flooding five times in recent weeks.
'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supply
Genesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.
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Hundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South Island
Meanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north.
Watch: The Kiwi aiming to break the land speed record in homemade car
Dave Alexander will attempt to break the record of 422km/h in his Lakester.
Rugby, netball and running event – here's what's on in Waikato
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Waikato Regional Theatre taking shape in Hamilton's main street
The council has agreed to provide $1.3 million in extra funding for retractable seating.
Four-lane Ruakura road gets $4.1m design stage funding
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said the NZTA board has endorsed the project.
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Check the numbers from tonight's draw to see if you are in the money.