'Off the scale' drug supply fuelling gang clashes in the regions
Homes shot at, cars rammed, drug busts during two months of gang tension.
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The Chiefs trailed 19-3 late in the first half but came back to win big.
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NZ Olympic medallist set for surgery after crash
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Korean tourist going home with wife's remains after causing crash which killed her
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Critically injured teen pulled from burning house by off-duty cop
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On The Up: How growing up 'on the stage' has led to an 'incredible' career
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On The Up: 'Sleeping in garages': How a charity is helping children in need this winter
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Local contract for $70.5m Napier council and library precinct
'We’re using this pivotal project to drive local job creation and economic momentum.'
Her husband died years ago. Then she found a 'miracle' in her house's charred ruin
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Gisborne mayor invites Act leader to witness community support efforts
Rehette Stoltz invites David Seymour to see mayors' daily involvement in communities.
'Stifling microbusinesses': Seymour backs watercress seller facing $600 fee
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DairyNZ's 'sprains and strains' project up for award
Project worked with farmers and workplace experts to find and reduce common injury causes.
'Vulture': Accounts manager stole $88k, blames grieving boss
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'We haven't got anything': Club Metro sold but debts remain
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Downpours put Rotorua race meeting under threat
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'Doctor-less' hospital: Alarm raised after stroke patient assessed by telehealth
Sharon's husband was assessed via a digital consult with a US-based doctor after a stroke.
'I loved it': Veteran truckie reflects on 30 years on the road
“Seventy hours a week on the chipliner. If you enjoy it, it’s not work.”
Three-year flood map legal dispute ends in 'win' for landowners
Landowners can override council maps with a 'simple' stormwater assessment.
'We've had enough': Red Square protest opposes pay equity changes
Opponents say the changes will make it harder to successfully bring pay equity claims.
'Trying to survive': Woman alleges years of daily sexual violence by 'sadistic' ex
The man is defending physical and sexual violence allegations made by five exes.
First stage of Tarawera sewerage scheme complete
The first homes are expected to be connected by the end of June.
Butter prices: Here’s how much they might still rise
The price of butter could reach $9.50 by September.
On The Up: 'A powerhouse' - looking back at 40 years of Bayfair
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'Kick in the teeth': Hamilton workers join protest for pay equity
The bill, announced on Tuesday, was passed under urgency on Wednesday night.
New $28m sport centre opens in Tauranga with family fun day
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'Prime focus': Avocado industry targets global markets
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