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On The Up: Rural doctor shortage - how one medical programme is solving the crisis
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A security report warns the Green MP faces increased stalking and violence risks
Editorial: Pressure will rise on Govt if cost of living crunch doesn't ease
OPINION: Kiwis are struggling more now than during the 2022 inflation peak.
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A coroner has highlighted the dangers of rock fishing after Cameron Zimmerman's death.
'Hallelujah': Driving instructors react to proposed licence changes
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Minister pushes facial recognition software to prevent shoplifting
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Ponsonby CEO unable to give evidence at $430k supercar road rage trial
The CEO was a key witness; his absence delayed the 74yo’s judge-alone trial.
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'Sex on the leather couch': Doctor faces tribunal for 'blurring professional boundaries'
The doctor denies that any sexual activity took place while at his work.
Family's residency declined as son considered ‘burden’ on health system
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Revealed: Motorcyclist who killed couple on pedestrian crossing has rap sheet
A jury has found motorcyclist Mark Kimber guilty of manslaughter.
$19.7m drug haul: Customs' major meth and cocaine bust at Auckland Airport
A 24-year-old was charged after 2kg of cocaine was found in his suitcase.
Strong crosswinds cancel multiple flights in and out of Queenstown
Air New Zealand cancelled 10 flights in and out of the airport.
Kerrin Leoni urges Desley Simpson to run for mayor after Wayne Brown's 'bully' jab
Simpson is undecided on running for mayor, planning a family meeting soon.
Invercargill council's chief executive returns after mysterious four-week absence
The council held secret meetings about a letter before Day's leave.
Tauranga man accused of stealing ambulance equipment
He is also charged with unlawfully possessing police property.
Cancer shock: Sir Michael Hill steps down from firm's board to undergo treatment
Hill opened his first jewellery store in Whangārei in 1979.
Hit and slammed against wall: Former X Factor NZ contestant sentenced for family violence
Nofo Lameko skipped his sentencing in December to go on tour.
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'Talent repellent': Entrepreneur says he wouldn't set up in Wellington today
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'Mission critical': Business leaders push for inclusion as NZ demographics evolve
More than 80 business leaders met at Waitangi to discuss workplace inclusion.
Icy plunge: Temperatures to drop 10C as snow hits south
A cold, punchy southerly is set to bring a cold snap over much of the country.