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Police on funeral disruption: 'We are present and we are policing it'
A large police presence at a gang member's funeral ensured the public could feel safe despite being inconvenienced by the steps taken as hundreds of patched members descended on Grey Lynn, Auckland's top police officer says. Audio
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Rakiura child does not have Covid-19, DHB says
Stewart Island is Covid-19 free, with an announcement made this evening by the Southern District Health Board, following a child returning a weak positive test.
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Netball: Paris Lokotui takes leap to elite level
less than a minute agoOn the face of it water polo and netball might seem like two sports that have very little in common but multi-talented Pulse midcourter Paris Lokotui knows otherwise.
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Botswana unearths world's third largest diamond
30 minutes agoA 1098 carat diamond believed to be the third-largest gem-quality stone ever to be mined has been discovered in Botswana.
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Arthur Allan Thomas trial: man describes being 'haunted' by his role in abuse
6:27 pm todayA witness in the Arthur Allan Thomas sexual assault trial says he has tried to block out the memories of being involved in historical abuse.
New Zealand childcare good quality but unaffordable - Unicef report
Police close roads as helicopter monitors gang funeral in Auckland
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Ardern receives 'pretty pain free' Covid-19 vaccination
3:28 pm todayPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern has had a Covid-19 vaccination in Auckland this afternoon, hailing it as a personal milestone.
Household contacts of Rakiura/Stewart Island child return negative Covid-19 results
Covid-19: PM Jacinda Ardern pleased with vaccination programme as she prepares to get immunised
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Fishing vessel cameras aim to curb catch dumping
Fishing boats will now have to bring their entire catch back to port - as part of moves to ensure skippers report other wildlife that is accidentally caught. Audio
Air New Zealand expects to report a full-year loss of under $450m
Mainfreight to trial mass workplace Covid-19 vaccinations
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Vanuatu Supreme Court confirms 19 Govt MPs lose seats
Vanuatu Supreme Court judge, Justice Oliver Saksak, has upheld a decision by the former Speaker of Parliament to expel 19 government MPs from parliament.
Fiji Covid-19: Frontliner infections continue amid 115 new cases
PNG receives 146-thousand vaccine doses from NZ
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Remembering Fane Flaws
We pay tribute to New Zealand artist Fane Flaws who died yesterday. Karyn Hay speaks with music historian and Audio Culture content director, Chris Bourke about Fane's contribution to New Zealand art and culture. Audio
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'He was deeply offensive to so many people'
Matangireia - Former Green MP Denise Roche remembers the day she revealed in Parliament she was a survivor of sexual abuse – and taking a stand against then Prime Minister John Key. Video, Audio
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At The Movies: Percy vs Goliath
Percy vs Goliath tells the real-life story of Canadian farmer Percy Schmeiser and his battle with the mighty Monsanto Corporation. Starring Christopher Walken and Christina Ricci. Video, Audio
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How sound changes your experience of wine
Jo Burzynska is a wine writer, musician and multi-sensory artist who has just graduated with an unusual PhD. Her research examined the effects of sound and music on the sensory, emotional and aesthetic perception of wine. Audio
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Sydney 'in trouble' over Delta strain Covid-19 outbreak - epidemiologist
Restrictions need to be brought in "quickly" after it was revealed a limousine driver was found to have the Delta strain of Covid-19, a leading epidemiologist…
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Shadbolt reveals health diagnosis affecting ability to 'defend' himself
2:28 pm todayInvercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt has revealed he is battling a health condition he believes is affecting his ability to defend himself.
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'Largest forest type bleeding 3.4 million tonnes of CO2 every year'
2:23 pm todayNative habitats are increasingly unable to store carbon because introduced pests are chewing through forests, shrublands, and tussocklands, new research says.
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Portraying real life tragedy on screen
The Detail - Action to stop a film based around the 15 March terror attack is a reflection of increased awareness of race, identity, storytelling and ownership.
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Remembering Fane Flaws
Visual artist and musician Fane Flaws died this week. His work graced graphic design, painting, songwriting, directing music videos, short films, and TV commercials; to writing, illustrating and publishing children's books. Audio
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Vera Moore - story of a little known star
Vera Moore was the first New Zealand-born pianist to have an international performing career. Audio
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National Concerto Competition
April Ju, Hyein Kim and Catherine Kwak will bring all their best musical skills to this weekend's National Concerto Competition final in Christchurch. Audio
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Composer Kirsten Strom wins Edwin Carr Scholarship
Young Kiwi composer Kirsten Strom is heading to London to continue her studies at the Royal Academy of Music. Audio
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The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response
Cybercrime is on the rise but, in the wake of the Waikato District Health Board ransomware attack, Anusha Bradley finds New Zealand's response to it is…
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Māori war veteran’s skin still peeling 50 years after Agent Orange exposure
Turoa Karatea frequently scratches himself until he bleeds, but will a Waitangi Tribunal inquiry finally deliver him and other Vietnam veterans compensation…
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How a pervert became CEO of a crown entity
Feature - How was Phillip Barnes promoted to CEO of International Accreditation New Zealand, after he planted a spy camera in a gym's changing room? Veronica…
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‘Revenge porn’ victims struggling for help from ACC, justice system
Out-of-date laws mean victims of image-based sexual abuse can't get help from ACC and must prove their abuser intended to cause them harm before police will…
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The Week in Politics: 'Feebate' splits Parliament
Analysis - The government's feebate scheme divides Parliament, Ardern announces a formal apology for the dawn raids, and more of the vaccine rollout is…
Edwards: Cash for access to politicians continues
Opinion - News reports of questionable donations and fundraising have been building up over recent years, and this year it only seems to be escalating, Bryce…
Sexual violence survivors cannot wait a year for help from ACC
Opinion - In five harrowing years, each counsellor I met with told me I needed to seek specialist help, and I'd need an ACC claim to access funding - itself a…
The Black Caps and the World Test Championship final
Opinion - Let's hope New Zealand's 1-0 series win over England turns out to be a victory for test cricket as well, Hamish Bidwell writes.