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'Not a race': Luxon tight lipped on Palestinian state
Australia, the UK and Canada have all now recognised a Palestinian state, with Winston Peters expected to announce New Zealand's position in New York soon. Audio
Health minister announces $100m for hospital upgrades
The investment includes 21 projects aimed at improving clinical spaces, as well as infrastructure improvements at hospitals.
Arson charges laid after blazes in Auckland suburbs
Police believe fires in Epsom and Newmarket are linked to a man expected to appear in Auckland District Court.
Rare stamp with upside-down picture of Lake Taupō breaks NZ record
A New Zealand postage stamp has sold for $260,000 - the most ever paid for one.
Red warning issued: Gale-force winds to hammer Canterbury
The red wind warning could see gusts of up to 150km/h and pose a threat to life from flying items and falling trees, MetService warns.
Police, Customs arrest 11 after swoop on drug smugglers
The five-month operation culminated in raids across Auckland and Waikato, seizing guns, drugs and cash.
No loo, full fare: Wellington commuters given 'travel johns' during 3-hour train stoppage
A snapped cable left a Wellington train stuck for hours, with passengers paying fares despite the loo-less ordeal. Audio
Delays on Auckland's SH1 after cars and truck collide
It could be a long drive home for commuters on Auckland's Southern Motorway this afternoon.
El Niño's hidden role in hay fever season
We are heading into the season of itchy eyes and runny noses - and new research says the climate could be making it worse. Audio
'Bit gimmicky': McClay criticises council's 'nitrate emergency'
Canterbury Regional Council, known as Environment Canterbury (ECan), carried a motion to declare a nitrate emergency at its final meeting on Wednesday. Audio
SH2 Remutaka Hill to remain closed overnight due to severe gales
MetService forecast strong northwesterlies gales gusting at 130km/h in parts of the Canterbury High Country.
Australian media publish alleged Brandon Smith texts
The rugby league hooker is charged with supplying drugs to former teammates on a Sunshine Coast golfing trip.
Customs intercepts meth shipment in parcel of macadamia nuts
The seizure was part of a wider operation that uncovered drugs worth $9 million being imported into New Zealand.
Man injured, gun fired outside supermarket
The man was seen bleeding from the left side of his face as bystanders outside Hobsonville Woolworths tended to him.
Garlic brand recalled over Salmonella fears
MPI has issued the recall for the Deep Brand products due to the possible presence of Salmonella.
Man charged for allegedly threatening people with a gun
In one of the two incidents, the Armed Offenders Squad had to be called to an address.
'Spent' All Blacks had no answer for Boks - Jeff Wilson
The former All Blacks winger says the record defeat reminded him of the 1999 World Cup semi-final loss to France. Audio
All Blacks 'humiliated': World media reacts to record defeat
Media outlets across the globe mounted praise upon the Springboks and shame upon the All Blacks, after Saturday's demolition in Wellington.
Commercial fisherman caught trawling marine reserve
A commercial fisherman has been fined $15,000 for trawling in a marine reserve last year.
Durra brand tahina recalled over salmonella fears
A sesame paste sold in a few ethnic supermarkets in Auckland, Hamilton and Wellington has been recalled due to the possible presence of salmonella.
Just how old is New Zealand's infrastructure?
The Infrastructure Commission has looked back over 150 years of public construction to remind people how old some of our buildings and roads really are. Audio
Never tougher to be in business - Briscoes boss
The top retailer says 'there's no question' some mid-size and smaller retailers are on the edge. Audio
Phillips' child warned police about guns hidden at campsite
A child of fugitive Tom Phillips cautioned police of firearms hidden at the campsite where their siblings were later found. Audio
Four gang members arrested under gang conflict warrant
The charges include possession of meth and offensive weapons, after violence this week in Hawke's Bay.