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Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters accuse each other of aggression
27 Mar 2024A group holding pro-Palestinian rallies in Nelson has taken a complaint to the police about alleged aggressive behaviour from Destiny Church members.
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Woman charged with murder in Hamilton homicide investigation
27 Mar 2024A 45-year-old woman has been charged with murder after a man died at a Hamilton house early this morning.
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Young person found hoarding thousands of child exploitation, animal cruelty images
26 Mar 2024The person's family thought they were online gaming and had a "major shock" when they discovered the truth.
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Students raise tens of thousands for school's first Europe trip
26 Mar 2024A Porirua high school has raised more than $72,000 towards a trip to Europe - the first time the school has ever planned a trip to the continent.
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Family group charged with stealing $16,000 worth of groceries
26 Mar 2024The trio took six trolleys worth of groceries without paying and were arrested while trying to flee on foot, police say.
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Leaky building lawsuit: Council breached duty of care, court finds
26 Mar 2024Owners of units at a leaky Auckland apartment building have spent a decade getting their compensation lawsuit to court.
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Mystery still lingers over fatal Trades Hall bombing
27 Mar 2024It is 40 years today since the caretaker of a building in Wellington was killed by a bomb in a suitcase. No one has ever been charged. Audio
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Unusual earthquake activity detected at Mt Ruapehu
26 Mar 2024The quakes represent something new at the maunga and are not like volcanic tremors, volcanologist says. Audio
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Destiny Church, rainbow community clash over drag queen performance
26 Mar 2024A rainbow community supporter has described Destiny Church protesters as hypocrites during a heated stand-off at Gisborne Library.
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Why experts think Long Covid is still a worry
Long Covid can impact people for years and have "considerable" health impacts, researcher says. Audio
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Reptile enthusiast likely behind theft of iguana and leopard tortoise
26 Mar 2024Staff at a reptile park believe a lawbreaking reptile enthusiast may be behind the theft of a rare green iguana and leopard tortoise. Audio
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Second man arrested over deadly Gisborne brawl
26 Mar 2024The man was injured during the brawl and charged upon his release from hospital.
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Warbirds over Wānaka promises best ever show after six-year hiatus
26 Mar 2024More than 50,000 people are expected to attend the international airshow, which first ran in 1988.
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Nelson urgently needs revitalisation as economic performance slumps - mayor
26 Mar 2024New data shows Nelson's economic performance was the worst of any region in New Zealand in the last year.
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NZ importing battery eggs, despite local ban
Much of the country's imported animal products come from countries with lower welfare standards, report shows.
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More recovered possessions returned to victims of Wellington's Loafers Lodge fire
26 Mar 2024Precious possessions belonging to former residents of Wellington's Loafers Lodge have been recovered and returned to their owners.
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What to expect from the weather over the long weekend
26 Mar 2024The South Island looks like the place to be this Easter weekend, but there's a chill coming first.
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Appeal against NZ First Foundation acquittal dismissed
A Serious Fraud Office appeal against the acquittal of two men who handled donations to the New Zealand First Foundation has been thrown out.
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Wellington youth public transport fares to rise after government cuts funding
Metlink has confirmed fares for people aged under 25 will return to full price in the Wellington region.
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Brynderwyn Hills motorway to temporarily reopen
26 Mar 2024The gateway to the north will reopen this weekend - but visitors will have to get in quick.
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Rogue digital billboard making fun of Waka Kotahi removed
The sign featured several tongue-in-cheek messages about the transport agency and its work.
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Mumps alert for travellers from India and Singapore
26 Mar 2024Travellers on recent flights from Chennai in India and Singapore to Auckland are being asked to be alert after a fellow passenger was diagnosed with mumps.
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Childcare subsidies of up to $75 a week to start from July
25 Mar 2024The 25 percent tax rebate on childcare costs will help reduce barriers for families to get into the workforce, the government says.
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Public 'ready to be convinced' as Labour talks tax changes
Voters are ready to talk about a capital gains tax, a leading experts says, as Chris Hipkins puts "all options on the table.
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