Latest from Hamilton

Police 'alarmed' after baby found in teens' impounded car at Waikato street-racing event
Police found baby in a car at street racer event where over 200 infringements were given.

Twelve arrests made overnight in Waikato after illegal street racing
Two people were also stabbed shortly after midnight in the Matamata area.

'Fantastic news': Mum cancer-free after international medical trial
Hamilton woman Lisa Martin was among those whose aggressive cancer was eliminated.

Simple Minds frontman Jim Kerr looking forward to NZ tour
Kerr is aware touring is finite but says he still loves hitting the road.

'Goldilocks of New Zealand': Hamilton MP showcases his electorate
The new MP presented his maiden statement in Parliament yesterday.

Tributes flow as high school closes
After almost six decades of education, the Waikato secondary school has closed.

'He was hunting for children': Sex offender caught trying to lure girls into car
He used promises of cash to get them into his vehicle. Two fought against him and escaped.

Two Hamilton schools to be replaced by one
Melville High and Melville Intermediate to be replaced by one college.

Two days after killing a man and dumping his body, the murderer stormed a pub
But despite carrying out the robbery, he won't have to serve any more jail time.

Christmas Grinch warning: Thieves target packages, credit cards
Three cases in Hamilton in the past week where bank cards had been stolen from vehicles.

How to avoid stolen packages this Christmas
Police are urging the community to be vigilant this summer.

'Abhorrent': Sex offender manipulated person into filming victim's genitals
Gideon Christian was already on an extended supervision order when he breached it twice.

Government is committed to partnership with Māori, says Tama Potaka
The Māori Development Minister strongly refutes allegations the new Govt is 'anti-Māori'.

Residents asked to conserve water as hot summer looms
Water use has been increasing on hot, fine days and is expected to increase further.

Counterfeit cash being used across the Waikato
Seven locations in the Waikato have received counterfeit notes in the last two months.

Magical bridge sets the benchmark for playgrounds in New Zealand
The Magical Bridge Playground has something for everyone.

Residents feel unsafe after Hamilton home invasion
Residents of a Hamilton street feel unsafe after latest alleged home invasion.

SH1B Telephone Rd gets permanent detour signs as no fix in sight
The crossing was closed due to safety concerns in April 2022.

Hamiltonians split on $1.7m makeover plans for Wellington Street Beach
Storms and river level fluctuations this year have caused the jetty to collapse.

Kharl WiRepa prepares for second run at Paris Fashion Week
Māori designer is preparing to take five indigenous designers to French showcase in 2024.

'Terrifying event': Two women seriously injured in violent home invasion
A 22-year-old man is due to appear in Hamilton District Court tomorrow.

The hunt: Fugitive dad Tom Phillips urged to give up, police told to offer reward
Almost two years ago Marokopa dad vanished with his three young children.

Wayne Barnes opens up on Hansen F-bomb, 'serial cheat' Richie McCaw
The controversial referee reveals interactions with the former ABs coach in his new book.

'Engulfed in a fireball': Glassblower injured in gas bottle explosion
Steven Newcombe suffered burns and hearing loss as a result of the blast.

Temple lights to brighten up Hamilton's festive season once again
Full array of lights and festive cheer returns to Hamilton's temple grounds.

Messam wins 'War in the Waikato' fight against Merewether
The two 39-year-olds put on a great show for hundreds of supporters in Hamilton.

Firearm and drugs seized in Hamilton Police raids
Police have seized a firearm and drugs in a search of three houses in Hamilton.

Hamilton becomes first NZ airport with own solar farm
The 5000sqm operation was switched on earlier this month.

‘Bulls***’: Father’s outburst as son jailed for sexually assaulting relatives
“Your conduct was essentially predatory grooming.”