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The Auckland man used the relief money for personal items and gambling.
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Brown will announce his plans at the Royal Yacht Squadron.
‘No cavalry coming’: The Auckland town facing relocation due to flood risk
There is no cavalry coming to save the town, says local politician Guy Wishart.
Yaba Daba Do! Rotorua team reclaim trolley crown in blistering ride
Rotorua's Red Stag Timber crew have taken the Red Bull Trolley Derby for the second time.
Rapper Nelly’s NZ gig canned
The 'Ride Wit Me' hitmaker was set to perform at Spark Arena in March.
A ‘war cry’ for sexual assault survivors: One-woman play comes to Bay
High school and tertiary students are being offered free tickets.
Chris Rattue: Why Warriors fans should be concerned already
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‘Deplorable’: Council CEO hits out at Brian Tamaki after children, families ‘attacked’
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‘Wouldn’t be where I am today without NZ’: Broke Boy Taco opens new store
He was once homeless in the US. Now his food is a Kiwi cult favourite.
‘Lip service’: Tuipulotu’s blunt reflection on Blues' loss to Chiefs
'The Chiefs, they played the physical game tonight and we didn’t really fire back.'
What is the cheapest coffee in New Zealand?
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Marketplace fraudster strikes again; victims sent screenshots of fake bank payments
The now 20-year-old pretended to pay for a $20,000 ute and $10,000 trailer.
Seymour says there was ‘overlap’ during teacher only-day crackdown, no overstep
He stressed teacher-only days need the Minister of Education's approval.
‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs
Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".
Cirque du Soleil returns to NZ with Corteo
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‘Hang your head in shame’: Judge blasts woman for horrific 24-day kidnap, torture scheme
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William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia opens season with Beethoven and Strauss
Maestro Bellincampi led with Beethoven and Strauss, showcasing his expertise.
Three apartment projects for $800m+ planned for Takapuna
Sites on Anzac St, The Strand and Huron St have been tagged for huge new housing schemes.
Labour MP on cancer battle and the support getting her through
Lemauga Lydia Sosense says her outlook on life has changed dramatically.
The truth about homelessness: What NZ’s rising numbers reveal
Around 43,500 people were homeless in March 2023, about 0.9% of the population.
Watch: The best and worst-performing hospital EDs in NZ revealed
Official information reveals the best and worst performing hospital emergency departments.
‘Eight-week average’: Tenancy Tribunal on how long it’s taking to hear a case
From March 20, the tribunal will be able to decide cases on paper without hearings.
Letters: Rugby’s decline and the rise of the beautiful game
OPINION: Football is a sport that's growing in popularity in New Zealand.
Editorial: Destiny’s rainbow protests not fit for a tolerant, liberal society
OPINION: 'Show tolerance for one another in love' – Ephesians 4:2.
Watch: Rainbow community ‘needs love and support’ amid hatred, says Swarbrick
Brian Tamaki says he instructed Destiny Church group to storm library hosting kids' event.
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A 16-year-old girl attending a sports event was assaulted during the vicious melee.
'Not good enough': Politicians, police condemn Destiny Church, criminal investigation under way
'Leave your bigotry and intolerance elsewhere.'
Mongrel Mob mum’s year on the run: Woman absconded to avoid sitting beside daughter at murder trial
She was granted compassionate bail to attend a funeral but never returned.
Two people seriously injured in South Auckland dog attack
The council says there is no risk to the wider public but they will be investigating.
Watch: Streaker stops play in Chiefs' win over Blues
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Demons of speed battle in the Red Bull Trolley Grand Prix
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