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Budgeting services still receiving clients from ministry that cut their funding
MSD refers clients to services facing closure over cuts
Some services are now using their own reserves to pay for the clients: "We will not turn anyone away."
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Weather: More heavy rain, but strong winds and warmer temperatures also forecast
More slips in Greymouth street as rain forecast for Taranaki
More of the country may be in for downpours heading into the last week of winter. Audio
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Auckland motorway crash: Police confirm three dead
Fatal Auckland motorway crash: SH1 likely to stay shut overnight
Three were killed and another three injured in the multi-vehicle crash which has closed SH1 in both directions near Ramarama.
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Have weddings been a victim of the economic downturn?
Have weddings been a victim of the downturn?
The number of people saying "I do" has fallen to its lowest point since the '80s.
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Mayor calls for cycle trail tolls after dangerous bridge closed
A case for putting tolls on cycle trails
A mayor is calling for a rethink of who pays to keep the country's popular cycle trails open.
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Forest product company to shut entire operation as result of energy prices
Business to shut entire operation as result of energy prices
Earlier this month, Winstone Pulp International paused work at its two sites to consider its future.
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Auckland Harbour Bridge closures costing millions, economist estimates
Counting the cost of Harbour Bridge closures
Closures and detours over gusty conditions cause people and businesses "real delays, real costs and real challenges", an economist says. Audio
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Auckland Harbour Bridge closures cost millions
Audio 19 Aug 2024Millions of dollars blowing in the wind; that's the cost of weather related restrictions on Auckland's Harbour Bridge. Gusty conditions has meant at various points today it has been down two lanes… Audio
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Weather live: Slip closes SH2, drivers stranded as more rain and snow forecast
Live: Weather set to 'yoyo ' from wind, rain and snow to sunshine and back
Slips and snow have closed major highways and floods have trapped residents - but a different weather system is coming.
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Weather: Snow for the south, flooding in Pahiatua
Stranded convoys freed, Canterbury residents urged to avoid travel
A wild day of weather has residents cleaning up flooding in Tararua District and road closures in the South Island.
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Families 'devastated' as Oranga Tamariki cuts off funding to 190 social service providers
Families 'devastated' as OT cuts funding to 190 providers
After passing its latest audit with "flying colours", a women's centre faces closure: "They didn't give us any rationale at all."
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Auckland Council proposes 9pm closure for bottle shops
Auckland bottle shops said they'll be forced out of business if they're forced to close their doors at 9:00pm as is proposed by the council. The new rules would apply to supermarkets and liquor stores… Audio
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Pressure on power companies to act as energy woes mount
Pressure on power companies to act as energy woes mount
Action is desperately needed as power companies profit while growing numbers of manufacturers and households power down, commentators say. Audio
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Several hospitality businesses on Auckland's Karangahape Road forced to close
Restaurants on Auckland's K Road forced to close
They say road works, no parking and anti-social behaviour are putting customers off. Audio
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Flights to Auckland Airport diverted after reports of debris on runway
Flights to Auckland Airport diverted after reports of debris on runway
Passengers have been unloaded from a Qantas flight that suffered an engine fault at Auckland Airport this evening.
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Human cost of energy crisis mounts as jobs slashed
Human cost of energy crisis mounts as jobs slashed
Hundreds of workers are affected by temporary shutdowns or facing the spectre of permanent closure of pulp and paper mills. Audio
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Auckland businesses liquidate at twice the rate of other regions
Auckland businesses closing at twice the rate of other regions
Data shows the downturn pain is being felt in the biggest city.
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Smith and Caughey's considers a smaller future rather than closure
Smith and Caughey's mulls downsize rather than closure
Iconic Auckland retailer Smith and Caughey's is now considering a plan to downsize significantly, rather than closing the doors for good.
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Retail struggles on Ponsonby Rd: 'This is more severe for us than Covid'
Ponsonby Road retail struggles 'more severe for us than Covid'
The Auckland road is the quietest it has been in decades, with a lack of foot traffic and high rents putting off businesses. Audio
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Transport Minister announces four-lane highway from Auckland to Whangārei
Government announces four-lane highway goal from Auckland to Northland
Northland leaders are welcoming government plans to speed up the construction of an expressway from Warkworth to Whangārei.
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State Highway 1 at Brynderwyn Hills open again after slip
State Highway 1 at Brynderwyn Hills open again after slip
A temporary 30km/h speed limit is in place and crews are monitoring the area for any more ground movement.
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What’s happening with Wellington's abandoned Amora Hotel
What's happening with the abandoned Amora Hotel
The once lavish 4-star hotel was deemed a go-to for many in the capital during its heyday, but was closed following the 2016 Kaikōura earthquake.
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SkyCity five-day closure 'extremely significant' reminder of casino's obligations
Gambler's 9 hours playing pokies without staff interaction
There were also 23 occasions in total when the gambler played uninterrupted for several hours. Audio
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Sky City to close for five days over breaching host requirements
SkyCity to close casino for five days over breaches
The company says the five-day closure in Auckland will cost it about $5 million. Audio
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SkyCity closure a warning to gambling industry
The Problem Gambling Foundation says an agreement by SkyCity Auckland to close its casino for five days for failing to meet host responsibility obligations, sends a clear message to the entire… Audio