Man who raped teen threatened to fire father, court told
Noel Williams says the sex with the 16-year-old was consensual, but the jury disagreed
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Proposal to close council creche
Waterworld will close for six months for renovations, but the creche may never reopen.
Local Focus: Small school, big success
Waioweka creates incredible kapa haka kids. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Small school, big success
Waioweka creates incredible kapa haka kids. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Tertiary education provider involved in 45 confidential payouts
The revelations come amid calls for a ministerial inquiry into Hamilton's Wintec.
Hamilton builder's fatal train tunnel shortcut
Richard Peter Allen's decision to take a shortcut proved a fatal mistake.
Young Hamilton mum dies from cancer after birth
Manaswini Voora died from cancer a month after the birth of her first child.
Hamilton Pizza Hut hit by robbers
Three men armed with hammers robbed the Hamilton takeaway outlet of cash last night.
Hamilton dairy targeted by armed robber
A dairy on Palmerston St, Hamilton, was the target of armed robbers today.
Hillside city homes chosen in House of the Year
Homes across the country were recognised for their excellence.
Hamilton Lotto player scores $4 million
The winning ticket was sold at Glenview Centre Lotto and Post in Hamilton
Local Focus: Hamilton dogs tie the knot
Dog's exchange bow-wow-vows for the SPCA. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Hamilton dogs tie the knot
Dog's exchange bow-wow-vows to raise funds for SPCA. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Two killed after being struck by trains
Two people have died after being hit by trains in separate accidents this morning.
Local Focus: Frisbee has strong 'Spirit of the Game'
Frisbee is one of New Zealand's fastest growing sports. Made with funding from NZ On Air
Local Focus: Frisbee has strong 'Spirit of the Game'
Frisbee is one of New Zealand's fastest growing sports. Made with funding from NZ On Air
Pressure mounts for DHB chairman to step down
Pressure is mounting for Waikato DHB chairman Bob Simcock to stand down.
Hamilton councillor steps down after lewd message
City councillor steps down from Deputy Chair role after lewd message to journalist.
Artist knocking off school's Hillary mural
Award-winning Kiwi artist Owen Dippie has returned home to create a masterpiece.
Bail for former Kiwi priest extradited on sex charges
Two of his alleged victims "very disappointed" man received bail.
'Irreplaceable' deputy principal dies at school
Graham Robinson died at school today, but he was not alone, principal says.
Weather: Windy in north, sunny in south
Gusts of up to 90kmh are expected in the Auckland region today.
Local Focus: Hamilton aiming to be NZs first age-friendly city
"Old people have a lot of love to give". Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Boar-eating trio suffering from botulism - hospital
There is not thought to be any risk to the public, the hospital confirmed.
Child cyclist injured in truck collision
A child riding a bike is injured after colliding with a truck in Hamilton this morning.
Girl, 8, saved in daring river rescue
A child in the Waikato River has been rescued by the fire service.
Waikato children to benefit from Kidscan pilot
More than 2000 children are expected to benefit from the pilot which started two weeks ago
Hamilton Police hunt three men in armed robbery
Police in Hamilton are hunting three males involved in an armed robbery this morning
Concern over CEO expenses raised in 2015
Problems with Nigel Murray's expenses were known about as far back as December 2015.
Pitch invader fined for Waikato Stadium run
John Pitihira, 30, was convicted and fined $150 after running on to the pitch.
Hamilton school arson: Two women arrested
Two 19-year-old women will appear in court after a blaze at a Hamilton school on Friday.
Four hurt in crashes in South Island
Incidents are part of a spate of crashes on New Zealand roads today; Otira highway closed
Weather: Cloudy, windy day for most of NZ
Weather warnings are in place for the east coast of the Bay of Plenty and Gisborne.
Fireworks found at scene of Hamilton school fire
A fire at Sacred Heart Girls' College in Hamilton is being treated as suspicious.