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'Game-changer' domestic jet flights return to Hamilton after 25 years
Air New Zealand announced it would operate a 171-seat Airbus A320 on a key route.

'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.

Police Commissioner says controversial shoplifting directive 'inconsistent with his expectations'
The directive sparked backlash, giving the impression lawbreakers had a free pass.

'Disgraceful behaviour': Gang member tells cops he was selling meth to make money for his kids
A judge has slammed Anaru Tukere's excuse given Tribal Huk's stance on meth.

Serious injury in three-vehicle crash on Hamilton bridge
One person in serious condition was taken to Waikato Hospital by St John.

'Fastest-growing route': Jet service returns to Hamilton after 25 years
The 171-seat Airbus A320 will operate alongside ATR 72 flights.

Arrest after bystander seriously injured after Hamilton boy racer meet
A 'significant investigation' is under way.

St Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike form
St Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.

'Bang on commuting time': Red thunderstorm warning issued in Northland
MetService says the watch will begin at 5pm and last until 6am tomorrow.

All-Kiwi Super Rugby final looms - Phil Gifford
It would be extraordinary if the final of Super Rugby Pasifika wasn’t played in Hamilton.

Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.

Watch: Three injured fishermen rescued from rocks after boat capsizes
As swell pushed the boat toward jagged rocks, they were forced to abandon the vessel.

One seriously injured, one in custody after Hamilton assault
The incident was reported to police at about 1am.

Moana Pasifika primed for biggest game in history against Hurricanes
Moana Pasifika must beat the Hurricanes to qualify for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

Pedestrian critically injured in crash police suspect was intentional
'Early indications are the crash was intentional.'

'No respect': Bookstore hit by serial vandal targeting women's biographies
The vandal has ripped covers off books about high-profile Kiwi women.

New flight routes and cruises, coral restorations, burger festivals, and luxury walks
New routes and cruises to make your travel days better.

Glenn Dwight: The Hamilton Fog Fence is an opportunity not to be mist
OPINION: Come on, Hamilton — let’s make the Fog Fence a reality.

'Confidence boost': Velocious stakes claim for Aussie winter carnival
Velocious has six wins from 12 starts, earning $980,550 in stakes.

Carter, Ratima score hat-tricks in Chiefs' 78-point win
It was an impressive showing as the Chiefs ran in 13 tries to one.

Lotto Powerball: Are you going to feel richer after tonight's draw?
Time to check your numbers for tonight's multimillion-dollar Lotto Powerball draw.