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Grieving family still feeling let down by hall of residence operator
The family of Mason Pendrous is deeply disappointed about the way it has been treated by the operator of the hall where he died.
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Dead animals, chainsaws, guns found in Chch recycling
about 1 hour agoNearly half of Christchurch's recycling is going to landfill because it is contaminated with waste, and more than $1 million being spent on the operation.
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'Never the same again' after entering state care
One man told the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care that he felt helpless, abandoned and scared in what were violent placements.
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'Extremely traumatic' kidnapping: CCTV footage released
34 minutes agoPolice have released CCTV footage to help them track down those involved in a kidnapping in Wellington last month.
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New Covid cases sat near infected man on domestic flight - Hipkins
The latest three community cases of Covid-19 sat near a man already known to have the virus when they all travelled on a charter flight from Christchurch to Auckland.
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Cruise ship company wants to offer 'bubble' trips around NZ
about 2 hours agoPonant Yacht Cruises and Expeditions wants to operate 'bubble expeditions' offering New Zealanders the chance to cruise the country and perhaps Australia in the future. Audio
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Companies fined for importing dangerous toys
about 1 hour agoTwo companies that imported dangerous toys have been fined a total of $118,000 dollars.
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Medicinal cannabis still not favoured by doctors
about 2 hours agoTwo years after medicinal cannabis was made legal in Britain many doctors were still not prescribing it, and New Zealand's GPs - with only one product approved for use - appear to be in the same camp.
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Spy camera case: Police appeal suppression of ex-govt worker
A former senior government manager planted a spy camera in an Auckland gym's changing room capturing video of a naked couple, then went on to plant the camera on at least three more occasions, the…
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Three new cases of Covid-19 today, six historical cases reported
There are three new cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand today and for the first time six historical cases are being reported.
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Delays to repair Napier pipe seeping sewage into the ocean
The extension was requested earlier this month, because the Covid-19 restrictions in Auckland meant contractors and equipment couldn't come on time.
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Group appeals controversial shipping channel plan
An environmental group is appealing the Ports of Auckland's plans to dredge the Rangitoto shipping channel.
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Schools fear knock-on effect of foreign student loss
Low-decile schools fear the loss of hundreds of students, as some schools increase their out-of-zone enrolments to make up for the drop in foreign students.
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Man faces charges relating to offending in Gloriavale community
A 20-year-old man is facing sex charges related to offending at the Gloriavale Christian Community.
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Auckland Harbour Bridge temporary repair completed
The Transport Agency says there has been a significant reduction in congestion in Auckland now that two additional lanes on the harbour bridge are open after overnight repairs. Video, Audio
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School bus driver killed in collison loved by students - former employer
The former employer of the school bus driver who died in a collision with a train says she was beloved by the children she drove.
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Wellington Hospital mental health unit unsafe for staff, patients - union
Staff at Wellington Hospital's mental health ward say the unit is at crisis point and they are scared, distressed and feel unsafe at work.
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Seatbelt repairs still being done by backyard sewing machines, expert says
Vehicle warrant of fitness inspectors alarmed at illegal repairs of seatbelts have forced action from authorities.
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More weak-positive Covid-19 cases expected
While we may see more historical cases of Covid-19 in New Zealand return weak-positive tests, Dr Ashley Bloomfield says he's confident they're not infectious. Audio
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Still not enough RSE workers with immigration changes - fruit picking industry
A leading New Zealand fruit harvesting organisation says even with the changes to immigration policy there will not be enough RSE workers in New Zealand to support a full harvest in February. Audio
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Bus driver of fatal Rotorua crash sentenced
The driver of a tour bus involved in a fatal crash in Rotorua last year was sentenced to home detention and disqualified from driving.
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GPs say DHBs not providing PPE in lower alert levels
Some family doctors are upset about what they say is an inadequate supply of vital personal protective equipment (PPE). Audio
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From the frying pan to the freezer for spring in Otago
So far the Otago spring has been a season of fire and ice - strong winds and frosts have dried out grasses, creating high-risk fire conditions.
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Scientists attach satellite tracking tags to southern right whales
Scientists have attached satellite tracking tags to six southern right whales or tohorā and are inviting people to follow the whales' travels online.
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Abuse in state care inquiry: 'No-one ever listened'
A woman who was in and out of psychiatric care during the 1970s has spoken of being subjected to excessive electroconvulsive therapy and the debilitating effect it has had on her life.
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Couple seek apology from ex-minister on quake case
A couple tricked into accepting a lower offer from Southern Response to repair their earthquake-damaged home wants a full apology from Gerry Brownlee, but he says he's got "nothing to apologise for".
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Maitai Valley 'a sacred place for recreation', resident says
A plan to build hundreds of new homes in a rural valley five minutes from the centre of Nelson city has triggered a groundswell of opposition before an application has even been lodged. Video
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National unveils border security plan that aims to get more arrivals into NZ
National wants to boost the capacity of managed isolation facilities by allowing private accommodation providers to join the government-controlled network and charge what they like. Video
Top News stories
- Grieving family still feeling let down by hall of residence operator
- Making her mark: tattooed man meets his Muse, Judith Collins
- Nearly half of Christchurch recycling contaminated, heads to landfill
- Abuse in care inquiry: Man says placements became a training ground for jail
- Russian activist discharged from Berlin hospital