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Witness lashes out in Mongrel Mob president's murder trial: 'I don’t want to be here'
Henry Mau'u swore in court, refusing to answer questions.
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Whatawhata crash victim named as Te Awamutu resident
Emergency services were called to the scene around 9.10am on Saturday, August 9.
NZ's ugliest trophy? 105 year-old rugby cup on the line in Rotorua
The Peace Cup was inaugurated to mark the end of World War I.
Police arrest 11 in warrant crackdown, child assault charge laid
The operation targeted offenders with active warrants in several towns.
'Multiple excuses': Concrete tradie accused of taking deposits but not completing the jobs
Jason Mark Lambert is defending 28 charges involving $80,000.
'It's been spent': Father and daughter who stole $159k in ATM heist say cash is gone
The pair say the stolen money was spent on drug debts, vehicles, rent and tangihanga.
'Angel riding with us': Teen jockey remembered for selfless act just before tragic death
Ngakau Hailey is being praised for his quick thinking to help an injured rider.
The rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmark
Braden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.
'Serious' condition: Two hospitalised in Waikato crash
One person is in serious condition, the other in moderate condition.
'Shaken' ordeal: Bar worker confronted with gun in Hamilton robbery
The suspects fled in a stolen Toyota Surf, later found in Te Awamutu.
Ashlee Strawbridge rides Cheap Sav to victory for first career win
Ashlee Strawbridge guided her first winner at Cambridge on Wednesday.
Why exploring NZ's rich Māori heritage is a must-do
OPINION: Visit Waipoua Forest at night with a Māori guide for a spiritual experience.
'I've paid the price': Illegal gasfitter claims laws need to change
John Arthur falsely advertised himself as a registered professional.
'Very nice performance': Major Major strides to Ellerslie victory
The 7-year-old won his first 2100m race for the stable of Katrina and Simon Alexander.
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.
'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.
Mick On Monday: Patience should pay off for returning sprinter
One of the greatest trainers of all time is one of the reasons Twain is at Te Aroha today.
'Crude attempt': Sister caught trying to use gran's death to get gangster brother out of prison
Natalia Merrin, 28, even catfished another dead person's Facebook page.
'Significant milestone': Kākāpō boom in Waikato
It's been the first time in more than a century that the sound has been heard in Waikato.
Alex Mukuka to make professional debut in Te Awamutu
The Commonwealth Games boxer has his eyes set on a world championship belt.
'Exceptional courage': Officers praised in high-stakes police chase
A 43-year-old was arrested after a high-speed chase in Te Awamutu.
'Working towards abundance': Record-breaker kiwi translocation complete
Since the end of February, 232 birds were moved to new homes.
On The Up: He's 100 – and the world's oldest motorcycle racer
Leslie Harris has no intention of hanging up his leathers.
Plunket scheme vaccinates fewer than 100 babies in five months
Plunket vaccinated fewer than 100 babies since its December soft launch.
Person in serious condition after crash near Ōhaupō
Hato Hone St John were notified of the incident at 07.46am.
Police seek witnesses after car in service station raid crashes into stream
The alleged offenders fled the scene in two vehicles stolen earlier from Hamilton.
Opinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unity
Over 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.
Thistles a 'menace to conservation' in 1948
“If this goes on, in 10 years there will be 100,000 acres devoted to thistle."
Waikato boxer to make professional debut
The event will be held instead of Lani Daniels' world light heavyweight fight.
'I'll stab you': Shoplifter's threat as she steals $1500 worth of clothing, with toddler in tow
Rosey Heurea targeted Rebel Sport, The Warehouse, Farmers and Chemist Warehouse.