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Two men seriously injured in separate stabbings hours apart
Police were first called to Ross Crescent in Hamilton at about 12.25am.
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'There has to be a better way': New Hamilton food model puts dignity first
Social supermarket set to open next month, allowing families to select their groceries.
Dangerous dog that should have been muzzled bites child, takes chunk out of neighbour's leg
The council is seeking the destruction of Hunter, a staffy pitbull cross.
Hamilton explores three more merger possibilities
Six amalgamation options are on the table for Hamilton City Council.
'Vertical city': $100m tower to redefine Hamilton’s skyline
Hamilton Tourism says the project will create jobs and boost event capacity.
Battle of the Mooloo: Waikato misses out on hosting Nyika v Masson title eliminator
Duco Events says Auckland's council funding secured the hosting rights.
'Not sure we've been given much of a choice' | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Upper Hutt mayor Peri Zee says she isn't convinced about the benefits of amalgamation, but they will do their part and be constructive. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
Hamilton City Council confirms lower than anticipated rates rise
Mayor Tim Macindoe said the council had cut back on spending.
$9.8m Hamilton airport runway extension welcomed by local leaders
Construction is due to start late this year and take 12 months.
From chemo to Nightglow: Mum marks cancer remission at Waikato balloon festival
Tammie, a Pukekohe mum of two, marked her remission with her first big outing.
Hamilton Zoo snaps up land opportunity
Zoo director Baird Fleming says the land will expand herds, not add new species.
'Off the chains': How Hamilton Homegrown aims to showcase New Zealand's coolness
It's the first time Homegrown will be held in Hamilton, following its predecessor X-Air.
Hamilton councillors vow shake-up after audit finds 'significant areas of concern'
Councillors now face 35 procurement reforms to roll out over three years.
Hamilton’s growth may lead to lower speed limits on part of Te Rapa Rd
Up to 2500 homes are planned, bringing more walkers, cyclists and buses.
'Significant areas of concern': KPMG warns about council process
Hamilton City Council only briefly discussed the critical KPMG report in 2024.
All Stars comp teams welcomed as Hamilton gears up for NRL showcase
Mya-Hill Moana returns for her fourth All Stars comp, but her first since becoming a mum.
Pride and culture: Indigenous All Stars bring the battle to Waikato
Local Māori Ferns star Harata Butler says having the matches in Hamilton is special.
'Incredibly painful': Hamilton Zoo forced to put down three animals, including 23-year-old giraffe
The past week has been filled with heartbreak for zookeepers tending the animals.
Waikato projects shine at national architecture awards
Twenty-nine winners were selected from 61 shortlisted projects nationwide.
From the boardroom to backgammon: Paula Southgate moves on
In leaving, Southgate is proud of the community ties built during her six years as mayor.
Familiar face returns to deputy mayor role in Hamilton reshuffle
Angela O’Leary takes on a new role overseeing council connectivity.
Grey wave: Local elections deliver NZ's oldest mayoral line-up in recent history
The average age of big-city mayors has climbed to nearly 68.
Hamilton mayor-elect promises focus on city’s core services
Tim Macindoe won 17,848 votes, ahead of Sarah Thomson’s 9768.
New Waikato mayor vows to unite community and ‘get to work’
Aksel Bech secured 12,148 votes to replace outgoing mayor Jacqui Church.