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Police are calling for the aid of the public after a number of lambs were stolen from a Marlborough farm. Photo / Duncan Brown

NEW ZEALAND

Silence of the Lambs: 50 'stolen' lambs found next door

18 Sep, 2018 9:16am
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In a dramatic turn, the lambs were never stolen, instead, they merged with a nearby flock

Tribal Huk president Jamie Pink says some

NEW ZEALAND

'Rogue' Tribal Huk members accused of fatal shooting

12 Sep, 2018 4:52pm
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Tribal Huk president Jamie Pink confirmed ex members have been blamed for the shooting.

Auckland's Youth Advisory Panel chairwoman Veisinia Maka says the group has taken a leaf out of Chloe Swarbrick's book to engage young people directly. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Howick youth council follows Swarbrick's lead

12 Sep, 2018 10:13am
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The council looks to the social media champion and young MP to engage local youth.

A top floor apartment on 2 Churton Street in Parnell has sold for a record breaking $9.25m, making it the most expensive apartment sold in New Zealand. Photo / Supplied

BUSINESS

Lavish Parnell apartment sells for record-breaking $9.25m

12 Sep, 2018 5:00am
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The sale of the Parnell apartment has shattered the previous record in Remuera of $8.7m.

Howard Miller was killed in Monday's explosion in West Auckland.

NEW ZEALAND

Fatal explosion: 'He didn't realise he'd made a bomb'

5 Sep, 2018 12:50pm
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Howard Miller was working on a friend's car when the explosion took place.

Debris from an explosion that killed a man litters the driveway. Photo / Ryan Dunlop

NEW ZEALAND

Auckland explosion: Neighbours tried to save victim

4 Sep, 2018 12:34pm
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Neighbours tried to save the man after the explosion but were repelled by intense flames.

Historic Stony Batter Reserve sparked a decades-long legal battle which went all the way to the Privy Council in England. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Stony Batter earmarked to be regional tourist destination

2 Sep, 2018 5:00am
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DOC wants to develop the site into a destination for cultural and educational purposes.

Amrita Francis, centre, who has early-onset dementia, takes part in a dance class with husband Martin Francis, left, and son Sanesh Francis, right, at the Pakuranga Leisure Centre. Photo / Jason Oxenham

NEW ZEALAND

Movement and music giving one dementia sufferer hope

30 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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Amrita was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's at 58, while her son was 15.

For many youths their body image is a major cause for concern that has some saying our young people are struggling to see their self worth, a new survey has revealed. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Body image a top concern for youths, new survey shows

29 Aug, 2018 9:46am
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Almost half of respondents listed body image as a top concern for them.

The video shows a tornado scattering building material through the air. Image / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Terrifying twister scatters building debris

21 Aug, 2018 9:50am
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Another 20 were assessed to have minor damage following a tornado.

NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Terrifying twister scatters building debris

21 Aug, 2018 9:00am
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Another 20 were assessed to have minor damage following a tornado.

27 caskets containing the remains of NZ Army personnel are brought back home. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Malaysian forces send fallen Kiwi soldiers home

20 Aug, 2018 10:24pm
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A change in Government policy is meaning fallen soldiers are being returned to New Zealand

Sam Joyce Maggs buys and sells Pokémon cards - a hobby that has seen him accrue a collection which if sold would be enough for a house deposit. Photo / Doug Sherring

NEW ZEALAND

Should have kept them all? Auckland man's Pokémon cards worth thousands

19 Aug, 2018 11:10am
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Good return for the tangible assets has prompted many to wanna catch em all.

NEW ZEALAND

From Waiuku boy to helicopter commander

17 Aug, 2018 12:11pm
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Standing among the jets and helicopters Waiuku native Lewis Chaloner looks right at home.

St John is calling for compulsory seat belts on buses after ambulance officers observed injuries in recent crashes that could have been prevented. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

St John calls for compulsory seatbelts on buses

10 Aug, 2018 9:58am
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Following the Government announcement there will be an investigation into bus safety.

Taranaki bus driver Allan Campbell, killed after his vehicle left the road and crashed into ditch on State Highway 3.

NEW ZEALAND

'I'm alone': Widow's tribute to Taranaki school bus driver

9 Aug, 2018 8:45am
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Allan Campbell has been named as the bus driver that was killed in a bus crash yesterday.

The incident began inside the mall and spilled out on to the street.

NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Manukau mall brawl - Security guards stood down

8 Aug, 2018 10:43am
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The incident at an Auckland Westfield Mall was captured on camera.

Kaz VanReemst and his 9-year-old daughter say they are lucky to be alive after a car crashed into the bakery they were at as they went to pay for food. Photo /Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Car crashes into bakery: Customers cheat death by seconds

6 Aug, 2018 11:39pm
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A car that ploughed through an Auckland bakery came to rest just inches from them.

Maternal aggression may be behind many attacks caused by cows according to University of Liverpool researchers. Photo / Merv Ellis

NEW ZEALAND

Maternal aggression may cause cow attacks, experts say

6 Aug, 2018 10:36am
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In the UK 91 per cent of fatalities involving cows were caused by cows with calves.

Cattle seen in Totara Park this morning. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Woman tried 'wild karate' moves before cows attacked

6 Aug, 2018 7:18am
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It was a route she had taken many times, but a Sunday jog turned into stuff of nightmares.

Andy's Burgers chef de Partie Pavan Karanda says his ultimate burger is the Cali Burger which is served at the eatery nestled within Sky City. Photo / Nick Reed

BUSINESS

Auckland: The city of sails and burgers?

5 Aug, 2018 5:00am
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A peek into the burgeoning burger industry in the city of sails.

Nga Hau E Wha Marae O Pukekohe on Beattys Road has been closed until further notice after pipes and taps were stolen from the men's and women's bathrooms. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Pukekohe marae members shocked at theft

2 Aug, 2018 10:27am
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Nga Hau E Wha Marae O Pukekohe has been closed until further notice after water damage.

Fortnite is one of Mangawhai Beach School's greatest causes of anxiety for students, so deputy principal Emma Grieve went online herself to walk in her students shoes. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Northland deputy principal takes on Fortnite

31 Jul, 2018 10:42am
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To understand why her students were so interested in Fortnight she jumped online.

NEW ZEALAND

Dames and knights rally around police deputy commissioner

27 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Figureheads highlight some key successes of deputy commissioner Wally Haumaha.

Police surprised 5-year-old Zachary from Counties Manukau by turning up at his birthday party.

NEW ZEALAND

Birthday boy invites police to his party

26 Jul, 2018 9:16pm
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When the police turn up to a property in body armour they normally don't bring gifts.

Comfort Joy Witeri-Thompson died late on Tuesday night at Waikato Hospital, and a post-mortem is underway. Photo / Alan Gibson.

NEW ZEALAND

18-month-old death prompts homicide investigation

26 Jul, 2018 4:53pm
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Comfort Joy Witeri-Thompson died late on Tuesday night at Waikato Hospital.

Sir Ray Avery says there is no plan b for his Waitangi Day Lifepod Appeal concert at Eden Park should the park's trust decide getting consent will be too costly. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

No Plan B for Sir Ray Avery's Waitangi Day concert

24 Jul, 2018 4:14pm
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On Thursday the park's trust will decide if it will continue seeking a resource consent.

An officer on guard on Mayoral Drive overlooking Myers Park in Auckland's CBD, where police shot and killed David Cerven (inset). Photo / Jason Oxenham

NEW ZEALAND

City park death: Gambling, debt led to police shooting

24 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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A coroners findings revealed, despite money problems, that he did not intend to be killed.

The robots have the potential to save on money and make quicker decisions, says Transpower's Mark Ryall. Photo / Tom Dyton

NEW ZEALAND

Wall-E robots roll out to light up rural lives

23 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Massey University and Transpower's 5 year plan is finally coming to life electronically.

A casting call from unofficial 007 fan-site Mi6-hq.com has revealed producers are seeking a Māori man to play a lead supporting role for the new film Bond 25. Photo / Sony Pictures

ENTERTAINMENT

Kia ora, Mr Bond? Next spy film seeks Māori for leading role

21 Jul, 2018 8:39pm
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A casting call sheet has revealed producers of the film are seeking a Māori male.

Ian Hammond and his fiance Corinne Imbert. Hammond hired out Auckland Libraries 5 millionth Ebook in a bid in Imbert's good books. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Library helps couple get on the same page

21 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Auckland Libraries recently hit 5,000,000 electronic books hired.

Unhappy customers Phil Welch and Smooch. Photo / Michael Craig

LIFESTYLE

Auckland man miffed after Uber snubbed sick cat

15 Jul, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

Planning to bring your cat or dog on an Uber or taxi? You should read this.

Chef Al Brown getting youngsters on board with eating the food they grow. Photo / supplied.

LIFESTYLE

Primary kid creations turn up on diner's plates

14 Jul, 2018 9:33am
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Al Brown's restaurant Depot is serving up dishes with produce grown by primary pupils.

The entrance to the Pike River Coal mine where 29 workers died after a methane blast in 2010. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Pike River Mine concept plan for re-entry completed

14 Jul, 2018 8:31am
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Andrew Little will meet with family representatives today to get the all clear.

Emergency services were last night called to a fire at the house three people were last week shot in, one fatally. Photo / Hunter Calder

NEW ZEALAND

Suspicious fire at Hamilton house where man was shot dead

14 Jul, 2018 7:32am
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The fire was at the same property Robert Nelson was killed at a week ago.

White Ribbon ambassador and league legend Ruben Wiki wants you to head to the Warriors v Melbourne Storm game to help raise money for deserving charities. Photo / Getty Images

SPORT

League legend throws weight behind anti-violence

14 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Ruben Wiki wants you at Mt Smart Stadium for the Warriors game to help out charities.

A southern right whale in Wellington Harbour this week. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Warmer seas create whale of time in NZ

14 Jul, 2018 5:00am
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Humpbacks stocks are growing and are now 50 per cent of the pre-whaling population.

The president of the Court of Appeal Stephen Kos has recommended possible changes to the justice system to solve issues in the overloaded Court of Appeal. Photo / Sarah Ivey

NEW ZEALAND

Top judge outlines issues with Appeal Court and High Court

5 Jul, 2018 6:40pm
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President of the Court of Appeal has outlined issues in the justice system in a speech.

The man believed to be the driver of the truck that hit Ironman Terenzo Bozzone, leaving him seriously injured, has been tracked down by police. Photo: John Cowpland / www.photosport.nz

NEW ZEALAND

Ironman hit by truck: Police speak to driver

4 Jul, 2018 7:48pm
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Ironman Terenzo Bozzone was knocked from his cycle on Tuesday.

Unitec may dissolve its council as The Tertiary Education Commission today has opened consultation on the possibility of appointing a commissioner, Chris Hipkins says. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Unitec council may be dissolved, Hipkins says

4 Jul, 2018 4:48pm
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It comes as a shortfall of $19m is expected by the Auckland-based institute this year.

A rare white humpback whale was spotted off the coast of Gisborne. Expert Ingrid Visser says it is likely Migaloo, a white humpback known to frequent Australian waters.

NEW ZEALAND

White humpback whale sighted off NZ coast

3 Jul, 2018 6:42pm
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An expert says it may be well-known white humpback Migaloo or a new undocumented whale.

NEW ZEALAND

Great White Shark now a 'threatened' species

29 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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Government report on conservation status of sharks in NZ waters makes assessment.

Strikes and industrial action are being considered across the public sector as union members try to reach common ground in negotiations with employers. Photo / Nick Bewley

BUSINESS

Industrial action and strikes possible across public sector

28 Jun, 2018 6:28pm
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Staffers from MBIE, IRD and teachers may walk off the job if negotiations fall through.

The weather will be fine, but cold. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Fine weather forecast for the weekend

28 Jun, 2018 4:48pm
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It comes at the cost of freezing overnight temperatures across the country.

NEW ZEALAND

Auckland Domain WWI memorial faces another road bump

27 Jun, 2018 6:33pm
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Auckland Council will now investigate possibility of widening project's focus beyond WWI.

Troy George Skinner has been described as a nice guy who would help out his friends in any circumstances, according to a close friend of eight years. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi intruder shot by US mother lied to friends about trip, wanted money

27 Jun, 2018 5:00am
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A close friend said Skinner was the last person he expected to be involved in a shooting.

Fine weather is predicted across the country leading into the weekend but snow is expected to fall on some state highways. Above, snow at Chateau Tongariro this morning. Photo / Robyn Leech

NEW ZEALAND

Fine but freezing weather expected across NZ

26 Jun, 2018 7:29pm
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Clear skies and sun expected to be paired with frosty mornings across the country.

Astrophotographer Josh Kirkley managed to catch the International Space Station passing over the moon, a rare event he says may be the first time it has been done in New Zealand. Photo / Josh Kirkley

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi astrophotographer captures ISS passing over moon

26 Jun, 2018 5:49pm
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It may be the first time the event has been captured from New Zealand.

Madeline Anderson, formerly the country's oldest living person, died recently with her daughter Heather List by her side. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Madeline Anderson, believed to be NZ's oldest person, has died aged 111

21 Jun, 2018 7:03am
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Dunedin-born Madeline Anderson lived through the greatest events of the 20th century.

Auckland Police investigate the crime scene at the Hylite Dairy at 525 Great North Road. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

16-year-old in custody after Grey Lynn dairy stabbing

20 Jun, 2018 6:26pm
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The 16-year-old has undergone surgery and charges will likely be made soon.

The Hylite Dairy in Grey Lynn this morning. Two people who were stabbed are in hospital recovering. Photo / Peter Meecham

NEW ZEALAND

Mother, son recovering from surgery after 'unprovoked, violent' dairy robbery

20 Jun, 2018 11:18am
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Mother and son rushed to hospital after brutal stabbing.

Rapist and murderer Richard Genge will remain at Christchurch Men's Prison after a failed attempt for release following a judicial review. Photo / Christchurch Star

NEW ZEALAND

Killer says Corrections failed to rehabilitate him

19 Jun, 2018 4:15pm
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Murderer and rapist Richard Genge failed in his plea for release during a judicial review.

For the divers of Auckland's Kelly Tarlton's Sealife Aquarium putting on scuba gear and cleaning tools to take a dip with the sharks is a daily occurrence. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Tanks a lot: Kelly Tarlton's home aquarium tips

18 Jun, 2018 6:28pm
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Aquarium divers share tips of how to create the best environment for your aquatic pets.

A new investigation into the Pike River explosion is being opened by police, five years after their original case was closed. Photo NZPA / Iain McGregor

NEW ZEALAND

Police to re-open Pike River Mine investigation

17 Jun, 2018 6:24pm
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It comes five years after their first investigation was closed.

Inside Waikeria Prison where Minister of Corrections Kelvin Davis today announced a new 500-bed unit, plus a new purpose-built 100-bed facility for mental-health patients. Photo / Dean Purcell

NEW ZEALAND

Inmates could sleep on mattresses on ground, says minister

13 Jun, 2018 8:01pm
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Kelvin Davis says there is a contingency plan if the prison population continues growing.

Property watchdog Real Estate Authority has confirmed agents and home buyers will not have to disclose meth contamination results if it falls under the new Government threshold. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

Watchdog issues new meth contamination rules

7 Jun, 2018 6:50pm
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It followed a bombshell report that said third-hand exposure to the drug posed no risk.

The Auckland High Court has ruled the man was in a de facto relationship with his deceased partner and ordered he receive a share of her estate. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Partner leaves only ashes for lover

6 Jun, 2018 7:51pm
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He thought he would get her whole estate after a relationship lasting 27 years.

NZEI Te Riu Roa lead negotiator Liam Rutherford said the offer was far from the 16 per cent over two years that members felt was needed.

NEW ZEALAND

Strike action possible after teacher pay offer falls short

6 Jun, 2018 6:25pm
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Industrial action may be on the cards as union members vote on the offer later this month.

$60,000 worth of garments were stolen from Caroline Marr's store The Carpenters Daughter over the long weekend. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Rural retailer robbed of $60k in garments

5 Jun, 2018 6:52pm
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The thief appeared to have an eye for fashion, the shop's owner said.

Motorcycling legend Graeme Crosby has a message for the motorcyclists spotted travelling at speeds over 300km/h over the weekend. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Motorcycling legend's message for speeding riders

5 Jun, 2018 5:32pm
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Graeme Crosby says motorcyclists wanting to test a bike's power should go to a racetrack.

Auckland councillors can now view an unredacted pre-feasibility report on a $1.5 billion downtown stadium after pressure on Auckland Mayor Phil Goff by the Office of the Ombudsman. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Councillors refuse to view unredacted stadium report

4 Jun, 2018 4:41pm
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The pre-feasibility report into a stadium in downtown Auckland had been redacted.

NEW ZEALAND

Equal pay champion recognised again

4 Jun, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

2018 New Zealander of the Year Kristine Bartlett has been recognised for her work again.