New Zealand arts community mourns 'larger than life artist, mentor and trailblazer'
He passed away on Friday aged 96, surrounded by his whanau.
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The three injured patients were airlifted to Waikato Hospital.
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A vessel in distress was reported at about 11.45am.
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Chiefs score 32 unanswered points to beat Crusaders
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Korean tourist going home with wife's remains after causing crash which killed her
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Critically injured teen pulled from burning house by off-duty cop
The teen was unaccounted for when firefighters arrived at the scene.
'Kick in the teeth': Hamilton workers join protest for pay equity
The bill, announced on Tuesday, was passed under urgency on Wednesday night.
Rotorua man named as victim of Waikato crash
The crash happened on Tauranga Rd on January 28.
'Significant win': New Homegrown host city confident in pulling it off
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'Sense of injustice': Act minister, National MPs to face protests over pay equity changes
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Kiwi boxer to fight undisputed heavyweight champion
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One dead after two-vehicle crash in Hamilton
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Former top cop John Dewar revealed as businessman convicted of theft, deception charges
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Police looking for missing 14-year-old in Hamilton
Wally, 14, has been missing since Tuesday, and his family and police are concerned.
Solar panels slash farmer's power bills
Malcolm Jones' milking shed is entirely solar-powered, comprising 380 panels.
Devilskin to showcase 'satisfying body of music' during RE-EVOLUTION Tour
One of Hamilton's favourite bands is going on tour and you can win tickets.
'Major' gas leak contained, schools out of lockdown
The 'major' gas line rupture happened at a construction site.
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'The team have nailed it – it’s a strategy that everyone can understand.'
'Captured in buckets': Staff rush to try to contain water pouring through court ceiling
The ministry has confirmed the leak came from water reservoirs stored on the court's roof.
SkyCity blames worsening market conditions for earnings downgrade
SkyCity says worsening market conditions will affect its June year 2025 result.
'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealed
Homegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.
Precautions in place after intensive care unit babies test positive for bacteria
Waikato Hospital would not say how many babies were affected.
North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits
Fifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.