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Commuters feel pinch of fare rises
4 Feb 2026"Nothing is free," South Auckland resident Lepa says of Auckland's latest public transport fare increase.
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Police using drones in search for missing farmer
Kevin Belling was last seen on his farm almost a month ago.
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Woman asked if she ‘expressed distate’ over dentist Rahul Gautum’s alleged indecencies
4 Feb 2026Rahul Gautam is defending three charges of indecent assault, relating to alleged breast groping, kissing, and the touching of her genitals.
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Measles outbreak officially over but risk remains
4 Feb 2026It's been with 42 days since the last confirmed connected case.
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Diabetes care in NZ: Who's being left behind?
4 Feb 2026Analysis - At first glance, it can look like the result of individual choices, but that doesn't hold up.
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$70m needed before 2050 to fix Waitaki coastal erosion
4 Feb 2026A new report commissioned by the council has revealed another $80 million is needed to protect the entire Ōamaru sewage system by 2125.
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In aftermath of east coast flooding, locals turn to each other
4 Feb 2026Weeks after the January floods wreaked havoc on the east coast, The Detail visits two towns to see how residents are holding up - and what the future holds
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Man assaulted outside nightclub dies, homicide probe launched
Andy Winitana, 46, died in hospital after sustaining injuries during an assault outside a Napier nightclub.
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Revealed: What caused deaths of hundreds of eels
3 Feb 2026The eels, including breeding stock thought to be 40 to 50 years old, were found dead in the Waiatāi Stream near Wairoa last month.
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Warning to travellers as dengue fever cases rise in Pacific again
People who become unwell during or within three weeks of returning from their trip are advised to seek immediate medical advice.
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Health NZ says youth mental health services have improved since teen's death
Maddie Hall, 16, died in March 2023, despite dozens of clinician checks and 40 suicide attempts over the previous three years.
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Teen's grieving parents left asking just one question - what if?
3 Feb 2026Gareth and Leanne Hall spent years fighting to save their daughter from the darkness that haunted her.
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School buys van to pick up chronically absent students
3 Feb 2026With most schools back in action, student attendance rates are once again in the spotlight. Audio
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Boy injures another student in knife incident at school
The school's principal says a student suffered a minor injury after a knife was pulled out during an altercation this morning.
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NZ academic says Meta using same tactic as big tobacco
3 Feb 2026Social media giant Meta says banning young people from its platforms won't work, but supporters of a law change are crying foul. Audio
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Feline sausage roll thief on the prowl
Bella the cat burglar has been bringing home a surprising midnight feast for her owners. Audio
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Papatoetoe candidates highlight magnitude of new election
3 Feb 2026Eight new candidates have joined 12 individuals that campaigned for a seat in last year's void election.
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'They will be deeply missed': Family of lions euthanised
3 Feb 2026Orana Wildlife Park said 22-year-old sisters Leah and Meeka, and Meeka's 15-year-old son Mambila had died.
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Council ratepayers overcharged after rates mistake
3 Feb 2026In December, concerns were raised about rates revenue being higher than expected.
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More than 2000 complaints about 'horrific' stench from treatment plant
3 Feb 2026The smell has left people battling nausea, worsening asthma, sleepless nights and deteriorating mental health. Audio
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Flood-hit communities 'overwhelmed' by response
3 Feb 2026But residents were warned to prepare for a "long slog" after the initial response died down and the community was left to ready themselves for the next bout of heavy rain. Audio
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More than 40 flights cancelled at Wellington Airport due to fog
3 Feb 2026An airport spokesperson says passengers should check directly with their airlines for the latest information.
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Woman who gave cop 'thumbs down' pepper-sprayed, has top ripped, underwear exposed
3 Feb 2026The IPCA has found the officer's actions were unlawful and disproportionate.
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Call for Pharmac to fund weight loss medication for teens
3 Feb 2026A paediatric specialist said not funding Wegovy for teenagers would be like "closing the gate after the horse had bolted." Audio
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