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Alleged van thief confronted by owner dies in hospital

15 Oct, 2019 4:41pm

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Referee Pascal Gauzere and and assistant Nigel Owens, left, watch a video review before awarding Scotland a penalty try during the Rugby World Cup Pool A game at Kobe Misaki Stadium. Photo / AP

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Referee named for All Blacks' quarter-final

15 Oct, 2019 3:36pm

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New helicopter boatshed plans from Briscoe boss Rod Duke

15 Oct, 2019 3:27pm

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15 Oct, 2019 4:45pm
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Patrick McKendry: There's something special happening in Japan

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Man charged with murder after Foxton shooting victim dies

15 Oct, 2019 2:12pm
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'National security': Minister overrules Whenuapai airbase noise ruling

15 Oct, 2019 1:45pm
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Council bonuses of $1.1m despicable, says Living Wage group

15 Oct, 2019 1:18pm
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Catriona MacLennan suggests a pay freeze for council staff earning more than $100,000.

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PM to apologise over Justin Lester blunder

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15 Oct, 2019 8:00am
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Caught on camera: Man's brazen bid to steal $123 rump

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The Mad Butcher's Dave Tighe said he was proud of his employee and gave her a reward.

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Alcoholic parents and a soft-porn satire - Julie Andrews' revealing memoir

15 Oct, 2019 2:22pm
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Julie Andrews' new memoir reveals a less-prim life than those of her on-screen personas.

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Kiwi singer slams 'Bathurst Day' post that 'normalises rape culture'

15 Oct, 2019 12:56pm
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A "Bathurst Day" post is in the firing line for its controversial image.

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15 Oct, 2019 11:20am
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School turns down programme due to costs of upgrading to a commercial kitchen.

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15 Oct, 2019 5:00am
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Jemaine Clement on comedy, social media & being a dad

15 Oct, 2019 5:00am
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Jemaine Clement struggles to explain Kiwi humour to Americans.

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Elton John: Michael Jackson was 'disturbing to be around'

15 Oct, 2019 8:01am
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Woman who poured petrol on sleeping boyfriend, killing him, jailed for 60yrs

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Court date for man accused of assaulting Dr Lance O'Sullivan

15 Oct, 2019 4:25pm
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Reti Boynton is accused of assaulting Dr O'Sullivan on the Hato Petera College grounds.

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Japan's Kenki Fukuoka celebrates with teammates after scoring against Scotland. Photo / AP

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History! Japan make World Cup quarters with stunning win

Japan are in a Rugby World Cup quarter-final for the first time after amazing display.

Japan celebrate after beating Scotland. Photo / AP

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'Beat NZ? I can't see it': World media react to ABs v Ireland, Japan win

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An epic awaits! All Blacks' quarter-final opponent confirmed

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New York Times: Was the movie a landmark in representation or distressingly exploitative?

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15 Oct, 2019 11:43am

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Winston Peters' message to unions: Attacking the Govt won't work

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Deputy Prime Minister calls out unions for not doing enough for workers under National.

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The 'MAGA' hats are the same style as Donald Trump's campaign cap.

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Trevor Mallard has decided not to refer Simon Bridges to the Privileges Committee.

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'National security': Minister overrules Whenuapai airbase noise ruling

The Minister says those who buy homes near an airbase need to accept noise.

Justin Lester's election campaign material was clearly branded Labour.

PM to apologise over Justin Lester blunder

'It's embarrassing that the PM doesn't realise who her own party is endorsing'.

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Yabba dabba don't: Fred Flintstone home goes under the hammer still in need of buyer

15 Oct, 2019 12:44pm

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Major bank tips house prices to rise 7 per cent next year

15 Oct, 2019 10:04am
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The young boy is in intensive care after being shot in the stomach.

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Murder charge for white cop who shot black woman in her own home

15 Oct, 2019 3:08pm
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