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Council reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrived
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'God-given right': Family defends largely unconsented homestead on rural land
A family wanted to be left alone to develop their land without council interference.

'I was in tears': Girls speak about being targeted by NZ predator posing as child online
The girls were targeted by a Wellington man posing as an 11-year-old girl online.

Battle for fiscal hole unit ends as Act and NZ First block Nicola Willis’ proposal
After nine years of trying, attempts to create a costings unit ended this week.

NZ company linked to UK money-laundering probe
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'I wouldn't wish it on anyone': Why are victims having to wait until 2027 for justice?
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Top Auckland chef's tiny cut nearly fatal, warns other 'Kiwi blokes' of risks
Doctors told Phil Clark: 'You're about an hour away from losing your thumb or your life.'
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Why your Lego collection could boost your investment portfolio
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What can the Government do to change voters' minds on the cost of living?
National is no longer the most trusted party to handle inflation and the cost of living.

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Kiwi golfer takes home $285k after strong finish
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'I'm back baby': Lewis Capaldi returns to NZ for two special shows
The Someone You Loved singer took a two-year hiatus to focus on his health.

Why burnout in women spikes in their 30s and 50s – and how to get through it
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'Real and unequal': MP's death highlights kidney disease crisis among Māori
Kidney disease in Māori often stems from diabetes and high blood pressure.

'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station
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Singapore firm partners with iwi, transforming game design with $1m investment
Hidden's immersive games blend history and storytelling, inspired by Māori traditions.
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Solar bat monitors uncover secrets of Auckland’s night sky
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Sponsored: Get your kids involved in your reno
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Anzor’s East Tāmaki hub speeds supply
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