Controversial ‘run it straight’ NZ final moved to Dubai, contestants' flights paid for
The final was initially scheduled to take place in Auckland this month.
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Near-collision between drone and Air NZ Airbus approaching Auckland
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A heavy rain watch is in place for North Otago until this evening.
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Nick Clark: How AI could improve local government
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Quorum 'glitch': Councillor absences force submission hearing to pause
The council says it happens 'very rarely', and the mayor says absences were valid.
Three club rugby players suspended, assault charge laid for coward punch
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"Fastest to $20m revenue."
Auckland businessman sacked from Beca, warned to expect jail sentence for role in $2m scam
The South African costings professional had been earning $200k a year plus bonuses.
Supermarket disputes woman's claim worker crushed toddler's fingers with trolley
The mother wrote she wanted to 'jump over and rip your hair out'.
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The Gaza blockade has lasted 11 weeks, cutting off crucial aid supplies.
Burst water main leaves major North Shore suburbs struggling for water
Crews will continue to work on the broken section of water main overnight.
Emergency services swarm scene after truck-train crash in South Auckland
One person has been taken to hospital.
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Rates burden shifts: Muriwai's unexpected valuation surge
About 80 of Muriwai's 700 homes were bought out by the council.
Smith & Caughey’s unveils final window display, announces it will close in days
The store’s 'End of an Era Sale' began last Wednesday, attracting lines around the block.
Local football returns to McLean Park after 30 year absence
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Watch: Auckland’s first electric ferry is on the water - but chargers way behind schedule
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Air New Zealand to fly to Western Sydney from 2027
The new Western Sydney International will be a 24-hour airport.
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The 'sobering' report on Māori kids in the system: ‘My dreams will come true...even if it takes a while’
The “oranga tamariki system” includes Oranga Tamariki, police and several ministries.
Investigator says missing US student 'appears to be safe' despite ongoing police search
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'Loving and leaving': How divorce helped fuel Shorty St alum's creative calling
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Government compromises with Auckland on housing, U-turns on 'sausage flat' promise
Auckland will opt out of the 'sausage flat' law but other councils will be forced to stay.
Auckland Uni vice-chancellor abruptly resigns after fresh 5-year reappointment
Her resignation was announced today.
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