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Firefighters had to call an aerial truck from Hamilton for the Auckland blaze.
Baby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered again
Donovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.
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'This was the biggest New World upgrade in NZ because that store is the flagship.'
Movie magic and Marlon Williams: Auckland's best entertainment offerings this Matariki weekend
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An end to doctor fee hikes? What GPs say as funding wrangle ends
General practice representatives are in the final stages of negotiations with Health NZ.
All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1
Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.
Air NZ flights cancelled, passengers stranded as Indonesian volcano erupts
Air NZ cancelled flights due to ash from Mt Lewotobi Laki-Laki.
Campervan, bus involved in crash in Tekapo, major road shut
Crews from Tekapo, Twizel, and Ōmarama are attending the incident.
UK sculptor claims NZ artwork copied his design, seeks recognition
"Spot the difference" - artists clash over clasped hand sculptures.
Charge withdrawn in family feud murder case
Tensions erupted in the courtroom in April when the shooter pleaded guilty.
New Zealand's most trusted firms revealed
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Wapiti burger takes Rotorua eatery to Wild Food Challenge final
Black Label Barbecue is a finalist in the Monteith's Wild Food Challenge today.
Watch: Owners of Victoria Park New World to gain back control of fire-damaged building
New World Victoria Park staff will continue to be paid following fire, boss says.
Auckland teen girl located safely, search continues for teen boy
Alexander went missing on Monday, while Mya was missing for 24 hours.
Watch Herald NOW: Foodstuffs North Island CEO speaks on New World fire
You can watch Herald NOW 7am – 9am weekdays on the NZ Herald homepage.
‘Devastated’ family of Samoan fashion designer shot dead at US protest seek justice
His eldest brother said they were struggling to comprehend their sudden loss.
'Restricted is a lot more intense': Students back overhaul of full driver licence test
Restricted licence test so difficult and complex that full test is 'unnecessary'.
'Feeding kittens': Debate on supporting Rotorua's rough sleepers heats up
About 50 people attended a public meeting to discuss homelessness in Rotorua.
'I wept': White Island tragedy doctor’s anguish at child’s death
The young doctor started a rotation training in intensive care on the day of the disaster.
ECE expert calls for more regulations after issues raised in coronial reports
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On The Up: No Lack of goals as Super Sam hunts pro football dream
Injury ended a trial with Auckland FC - but Sam Lack's pro football dream is still alive.
Rural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?
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Audrey Young: Behind the pay equity dispute over male vs female-dominated jobs
The big issue is how robust the comparisons are between male and female-dominated jobs.
Clarks Beach tragedy: Boy was allowed to take lifejacket off before capsizing
The boat's skipper later pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter.
Lawyer challenges 'plain wrong decision' in Jago's sexual abuse case
Former Act president's lawyer claims sentence was too harsh, calls for home detention.
Watch: Inside look after fire engulfs Auckland supermarket
At its peak, 20 fire engines were on-site battling the blaze.
Inside look: Damage revealed after fire engulfs Auckland supermarket
Video shared to RNZ shows what is left of the supermarket ceiling, while water floods out the door and down the stairs. Video / RNZ
Watch: Fire at Akl supermarket extinguished, firefighters to remain overnight
More than 80 firefighters from 20 fire appliances were called to help.
Capewell to miss Warriors' clash with Panthers, rookie centre returns
The Warriors' second-rower has been recalled for Queensland for State of Origin game 2.
Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright
Median house prices down again, sales taking longer: monthly report
Economists have reacted to the updated figures: are May public holidays to blame?
'Dark horse' emerges: Meiji named as potential bidder for Fonterra's Mainland
Japanese food group Meiji is listed on the Nikkei 225.
Watch: Aerial footage captures plumes of smoke spewing over Akl after supermarket fire
Nearby residents and businesses have been instructed to close their windows.