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'Sitting in a paddock': New firetrucks on ageing chassis head to stations
The 30 Angloco MAN trucks were bought, stored, shipped to the UK to be turned into firetrucks, then shipped back.
No simple solution to stimulate economic growth - Minister for Auckland
Simeon Brown says the government were doing several things to positively impact the region's economy. Audio
New names, new boundaries: What's happening to your electorate
The North Island will lose an electorate seat as a list of seats get a shake-up. Here are all the changes.
Serious crash closes SH1 in Tirau
Police have said initial indications are that there have been serious injuries.
NZ businesses adapt to shifting global risk factors - consultants
BDO reports regulatory risk has become the leading risk factor across the world, including New Zealand.
One seriously injured after train and car collide in Tokoroa
The crash happened shortly after 4am on Thursday on Tokoroa's Bridge St.
Teen missing from Auckland's North Shore for over a week
The 16-year-old was last seen in the Unsworth Heights area.
Dunedin students face rising rents despite more properties on offer
The number of rental available has seen rents stable or falling for most of the country - apart from Dunedin. Audio
Auckland school Southern Cross Campus lockdown lifted
Southern Cross Campus in Auckland's Māngere went into lockdown briefly on Wednesday afternoon.
Owner illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park
The woman has been fined $400 after posting photos of her dogs at the National Park on social media.
'May get worse': Unemployment rate rises to highest level since 2020
The rate has been steadily going up as businesses either sack staff or stop hiring. Audio
Wood smoke, traffic fumes polluting Christchurch's air
An expert explains what that means for people's health, and what needs to change.
Trump trade tariff decision came 'blunt and late' - Luxon
It comes as top diplomat Vangelis Vitalis heads to Washington in the wake of the decision to impose 15 percent tariffs on New Zealand. Audio
What's replacing NCEA and how to have your say
Explainer - The system is going away - but what's taking its place? Here's what we know so far. Audio
Forest & Bird slams govt land law overhaul as 'conservation retreat'
The groups say the proposed law changes shift focus from protecting nature to exploiting it for commercial gain.
Weather: Frosty but fine start to the weekend
It's a chilly morning for many across the motu, with Taupō & Timaru clocking temperatures as low as -3C at 7am Saturday.
Investigation following fatal motorbike crash in Pukekohe
Police said they had been searching for a stolen motorbike in the area shortly before the death happened.
Sunny skies, chilly winter nights return
Most of the country can expect clear skies this weekend, but possible thunderstorms and even hail could come during rush hour today.
Hamilton brawl: Family of man who died release statement
The family of Tyreece Te Pairi, who died while celebrating his upcoming 21st birthday said they had laid their son to rest.
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'100% we got it right': Minister defends confusion over tsunami alerts
NEMA will work with phone companies to try and sort any glitches, Mark Mitchell says. Audio
Tsunami threat extended as surges hit shores
Tsunami currents have reached parts of the country and people should stay away from beaches until at least 3pm. Audio
New workplace survey warns of mass GP exodus
The Royal New Zealand College of GPs survey of more than 1300 doctors showed a significant numbers are about to leave the workforce. Audio