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A jury has found Adrian Phillips guilty of murdering father-of-one Bayden Williams.
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Two injured after small plane crash lands and catches fire on Hamilton farm
The crash was reported to emergency services at 2.43pm.
Woman's 'excruciating' hot water bottle accident
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'I have done bad': Man admits 'frenzied' knife attack on mother-of-four as she held child
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Man accused of raping prison cellmate
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Waikato celebrates Matariki with 100-plus events
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Art auction to raise funds for Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari kākāpō
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Te Ao Mārama a new way of serving justice, but how much difference will $47.4m make?
Chief Judge: "We're talking about a change of culture, and with it a change of practice."
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Adrian Phillips felt like there had been no justice after a January fight.
Hamilton ready to get party started for HSBC NZ Sevens' return
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Dilworth School sex abuse: 'Time affects memories,' cautions defence
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Police lift cordons in Frankton, Hamilton, after suspicious package 'made safe'
Police remain in the area making further inquiries into the package.
'Get it done': Tradie told to ignore defects, leaky homeowner wins $1m payout
Judge rules in favour of former editor left with substantial repair bill for leaky home.
Bootleg smokes the competition at beer and cider awards
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'Can't possibly be us': Hamilton couple claim $9m prize, celebrate at cafe
The 'sensible' couple celebrated at their local cafe.
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