Winter chills still some time off.

But those who have been the victim of driver distraction say it's not enough.

The 18-year-old was remanded in custody without plea for a psychiatric report.

Police at Cambridge property after reports of assault in Hamilton.

The police serious crash unit is continuing to investigate the accident.

The punch was a "savage blow", the sentencing judge said.

Food knowledge being passed on nationwide through new role at Plunket.

Former netballer Margaret Forsyth is on a month's leave to focus on her health challenges.

'I've seen almost a halo effect of empathy that develops among the teammates.'

Suburb of Maeroa woken up by gunshots early this morning.

Police received reports of 'mass disorder' in Hamilton Central this afternoon.

The accused's lawyer entered a not guilty plea to the charge on his behalf.

Mayor says she understands how hurt and frustrated some were by last week's decision.

A post-mortem is to be carried out today on the person who died in Remuera yesterday.

The new Te Huia service arrived at Papakura station on schedule.

The officers were taken to hospital in a moderate condition.

Pair charged with pretending to be police officers to get someone's mobile phone.

Reviewer suggested students focus on texts that were simpler and more appealing.

Southgate, also Hamilton mayor, has been a vocal opponent of the application.

Te Huia service connecting Hamilton and Auckland ready to roll in early April.

"These names need to be removed. They depict atrocities that happened to our people."

Seeds of Renewal offers workshops, and talks around trees, seeds, plants and gardening.

Skydiver's former high school offers to make his funeral a 'fitting memorial' for him.

Air NZ has apologised after the woman was in tears trying to fly home for her birthday.

Hamilton says "we have to put our city first".

The man tried on more than one occasion to take his and wife's life.

Those charged will appear in the Hamilton District Court in May.