Latest from Hamilton

SPCA alarmed about rise in staff abuse, threats to kill pets
The abuse has increased in the past two years and occurs almost daily, the SPCA says.

State of emergency declared for Tasman region, severe weather warnings across NZ
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Auckland and Northland.

‘Lock all your doors’: Neighbours recount gunman on loose after Hamilton homicide
An alarming Facebook post was the first sign something was amiss, a neighbour says.

Market close: NZ shares flat as Australian regulator clears path for Fonterra consumer sale
The NZ sharemarket was steady, while the Nasdaq hit another record high in the US.

'Stop this madness': Police promise crackdown on illegal dirt bikers
Several parks and reserves have been vandalised in recent weeks.

Man accused of fatal shooting, stealing car at gunpoint appears in court
The 20-year-old has been granted name suppression.

Napier woollen yarn producer to close, 26 job losses
Design Spun had hoped to keep its mill running in Napier but that was 'not achievable'.

'Really talented' young jockey dies in Hamilton dirtbike crash
Ngakau Hailey was set to ride in Cambridge tomorrow; his name is now removed from entries.

The amalgamation debate: Mayor claims 'no one’s prepared to act'
Tauranga mayor wants 'tough' conversations now. Where do the 3 other BoP leaders stand?

Dirtbike rider dies after crash with car in Hamilton
The accident occurred at Willoughby and Mill Streets at 3.25pm yesterday.

Police seize gun, $20k, and cocaine in drug raid
A pump action shotgun and $20,000 were also found during the operation.

Man charged with murder after fleeing Hamilton crime scene, car stolen at gunpoint
Armed police swarmed Bellmont Ave at 6.40pm last night, as the Eagle circled overhead.

Police investigate "serious firearms incident" in Chartwell, Hamilton.
Police maintain a visible presence as they investigate a serious firearms incident in Chartwell, Hamilton, this evening. Video / NZ Herald

Armed police cordon off Hamilton street after serious firearms incident
Police warn it's a 'dangerous' situation.

'Looked pretty serious': Accident closes Hamilton intersection
Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash about 3.30pm.

Gregor Paul: Why the All Blacks must double down on Vaa’i and Proctor's roles
OPINION: The All Blacks coaches are considering different line-up experiments.

Road funding shifts: NZ explores tolls for new infrastructure
A new $830 million toll road will open in 2026, connecting to Whangaparāoa.

‘Very committed’: Williamson not done with Black Caps despite Zimbabwe snub
The former captain will instead play franchise cricket in England.

Two supermarkets plead guilty to unfair trading after ‘specials’ not so special
Some advertised prices did not even match the price charged at the point-of-sale.

'Horrible': Memorial for deaf, blind man killed in alleged hit-and-run is destroyed
The family says the roadside memorial was their way to cope with the tragic loss.

$1m deceased estate overlooking prestigious golf course for sale
Couple’s retro pad up for grabs.