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Pay Equity Amendment Bill passes under urgency
Opponents argue it’ll hinder claims in female-dominated industries.
Lotto Powerball: Has tonight’s draw made you $8 million richer?
Several lucky players have snagged prizes this evening.
'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in Christchurch
The drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.
'She went flying': Blood gushes from schoolgirl's head after bus crash
“One second she was sitting beside me, the next she wasn’t there.”
'This dog deserves justice': $7000 reward as search for abuser narrows
Door-knocking efforts have begun in the Weymouth/Clendon area.
Two by Twos: More people come forward to police with abuse allegations
Police say more people have reported allegations of sexual abuse within secretive church.
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'I'm just shocked': Parents on edge after abduction attempt
Police investigating an attempted snatching involving a man in a distinctive white sedan.
'True club legend': Community mourns beloved football figure
Wellington's football community pays tribute to Grant McKeen, a 'true club legend'.
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Lotto Powerball: Has tonight’s draw made you $8 million richer?
Several lucky players have snagged prizes this evening.
'Mastermind' jailed 11+ years for $11m drug syndicate in Christchurch
The drug ring's "mastermind" received an 11-year prison sentence in Christchurch.
Two by Twos: More people come forward to police with abuse allegations
Police say more people have reported allegations of sexual abuse within secretive church.
Wellington news
Lotto Powerball: Has tonight’s draw made you $8 million richer?
Several lucky players have snagged prizes this evening.
Daughter breaks down in mushroom poisoning trial
Don and Gail Patterson's youngest daughter teared up as she detailed a phone call.
Watch: Banana-clad mayoral hopeful talks about his recent arrest, plans for Wellington
The Wellington Live owner said he would "clean the floor" with Andrew Little in the race.
Auckland News
NZME board battle – Takeovers Panel clears Jim Grenon of any code breach
It says Grenon's move and association with Caniwi did not exceed 20% of voting rights.
Auckland FC name most valuable player after dominating season
Guillermo May scored nine goals, claiming Auckland FC Golden Boot honours.
Lotto Powerball: Has tonight’s draw made you $8 million richer?
Several lucky players have snagged prizes this evening.
Regional news
'I felt trapped': Woman says partner raped her three weeks after childbirth
Four ex-partners have alleged they were raped and physically abused by the man.
'Slap in the face': Northland leaders condemn pay equity changes
Northland leaders call changes a 'slap in the face for women'.
Letters to the editor: Taking a toll, or not?
Opinion: Our readers have their say.
'Largest portfolio' – $600m+ deal for seven NZ hotels to be sold
Hotels in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown are to be sold.
'Largest portfolio' – $600m+ deal for seven NZ hotels to be sold
Hotels in Auckland, Rotorua, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown are to be sold.
'Brutal murders': Decision to release Mark Lundy wasn't easy - Parole Board
Lundy’s parole includes 19 conditions, such as a ban from entering Manawatū.
Watch: Jetskier's harbour hoon 'unacceptable'
Speeding in the harbour puts everyone at risk, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says.
Whanganui netball season opens with new courts and programmes
The David Jones Premier competition starts on Monday.
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