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What's been happening in the region this week
What's up in the Waikato — short and sweet.
Hauraki Gulf marine protection area tripled, bottom trawling banned
New protection for Auckland's 'absolute treasure'.
Rebels gang boss made at least $1m dealing drugs but loses lifestyle block, cash, cars, motorcycles
Gang leader forfeits criminal proceeds after police investigation into financial affairs.
Bottom trawling ban for Hauraki Gulf to be unveiled by Govt
Scientists have long warned about overfishing and pollution in the Gulf.
'Sized him up like a boxer': Prisoner's attack smashes inmate's teeth
The victim was wanting to leave exercise time early. Caine Woodmass put a stop to that.
Road users and pedestrians advised to look for trains
Police are encouraging the public to take another look when crossing railways.
Record numbers attend Geothermal Week
Taupō played host to the third New Zealand Geothermal Week recently.
Police looking for four dirtbikes in search for Tom Phillips
Police want to hear from anyone who may have seen the bikes.
Bad vibe sinks Thames' 'tactical urbanism' trial
A plan to liven up the Thames CBD has proved to be widely unpopular.
Hamilton to be heaving as Warriors take on Tigers
The game at FMG Stadium Waikato is a sellout.
'Lost his moral compass': Ex-councillor struck off from practising law
Duncan Takena Stirling misappropriated $100,000 from his firm's trust account.
Defence Force called in as 'commercial explosives' found
Police received the report on Monday and alerted the NZDF.
Hamiltonians encouraged to make the Boonwalk
Charitable trust Boon Arts will soon offer walking tours to local murals.
Drones being used in search for missing fisherman in Raglan
The fisherman went missing four days ago.
Waikato Chamber of Commerce to host national conference at The Pā
Hipkins and Luxon will both speak to NZ chamber delegates.
Heartwarming collaboration between whānau and police
A Māori response after a fatal car crash has helped make police procedures more empathic.
Heirloom cloak put up for auction by Australian-based whānau sold to iwi buyer
Iwi buys cloak put on the auction block by Australian whānau,
Mentors wanted for local youth
A new mentorship programme aims to pair youngsters with understanding adults.
No-cost and low-cost Book Month events offer something to suit all readers
A wide variety of books and genres at the local authors book fair mid-month
Missing Marokopa family: Police boost numbers in Waikato for search
Phillips was spotted four times last Wednesday, reinvigorating search efforts.
Cribb and Ralph make NPC debuts
Young Te Awamutu Sports forwards come off bench in Waikato's victory over Southland.
'Pig poo': Piggery under investigation over effluent discharge
Waikato Regional Council said the court order was unprecedented for the region.
Taumarunui woman crowned Waikato regional building apprentice of the year
Jess Nielson will represent Waikato in the national competition in November.
Hamilton netball: Marist Old Girls hold on to beat St Peter's
A valiant effort by HGHS Langman wasn't enough to hold back University Premier.
Hamilton boys on overseas adventure of a lifetime
An adventurous group of 12 taking part in the special car rally Poles of Inconvenience.
Ruakura Inland Port welcomes first cargo trains
The inland port is located adjacent to the Ruakura Superhub, set to open this year.
Hundreds of dogs find new homes thanks to 'super-engaged' animal control team
Taupō's dog pound has been recognised for its innovative adoption approach.
Jonny Tata narrowly beaten in quarters by eventual winner of 2023 NZ Darts Masters
Māori darts player Jonny Tata beaten in quarters of NZ Masters.
Te Huia train service offers free tickets with return to central Auckland
Free tickets on Te Huia's train service are up for grabs for a week.
First XV rugby: Napier swept away by wave of Hamilton tries
The Napier boys went to Hamilton with lots of hope, and lots to beat.
Cheating in school's rowing programme 'prolific' - parent
A parent describes his son being told to do the same thing the school was sanctioned for.
‘You lost the plot’: School rugby coach supplied players with drugs, booze
Jason Cameron befriended two of the players who would drink and take drugs at his home.