How an engineer's introduction to underworld poker games led to $1m Watercare fraud
The 17-month swindle is believed to be one of the largest public sector thefts on record.
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The graves, up to 150 years old, were pushed over and broken.
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Experts say public reporting of breaches during pandemic was ineffective and burdensome.
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Robber stole woman's $2k pokie winnings and left her unconscious outside bar
She was dragged by the robber’s car when she fought to get her money back.
One of Jacinda Ardern's favourite cafes closes over 'economic conditions'
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Police search for Michael Tautari, urge public not to approach him
He is known to frequent the wider Auckland and Waikato regions.
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AT's six-figure spend on public figures to create social media content under fire
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Teen's food truck rebrand appeal after KFC legal challenge
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Non merci Hamilton: French snub stay in The Tron before All Blacks series finale
The French have opted to stay in Auckland, citing preferred facilities.
Mercury inks long-term power deal to support NZ packaging giant
The deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.
End of an era: Kinleith workers mark closure
Workers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.
Genesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water control
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Council reviewing court ruling on Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei dominance at Westhaven
The court affirmed Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's dominance at Westhaven over 18 other iwi.
Hipkins claims Covid-19 inquiry creates platform for conspiracy theorists
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Billionaire-backed Western Springs stadium bid pulled from race
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$61m building project under way at one of nation's richest private schools
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Nonu extends Toulon deal, aged 43
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OPINION: 19 lives are thought to have been lost in the immediate and long-term aftermath.
Property Insider: Mansons begins Graham St project; free car with Westgate home; how’s Resido going?
Two basement levels, nine storeys of offices: NZ's biggest new commercial project begins.
Most of $20k goal for Gisborne boy’s urgent cancer treatment raised in 48 hours
The family have closed the fundraiser and will soon travel back to Starship.
QSM recipient faces freezing orders, mortgagee sale of $5m property after defaulting on loan
A judge ruled there was the risk of 'dissipation of assets'.
Why NZ towns may need to move as severe weather worsens
Towns like Nelson and Motueka were devastated by heavy rainfall last month.
Coroner expresses ‘deep concerns’ after man dies waiting for ambulance despite five calls to 111
St John has apologised 'unreservedly' for the distress caused to Wenyi Chen's family.
The rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmark
Braden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.
Tech Insider: UK tells retailers to use NZ’s Auror crime-fighting software
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No more crying in the kitchen: 'Tearless' onions launch in NZ - at a cost
Tearless onions are now being grown in Auckland and sold nationwide.
Pedestrian seriously injured after collision with car in East Auckland
Emergency services were called to the scene about 4.40pm.
'Keep an eye out': Police appeal for missing woman in Auckland
Ella Davenport, 57, was last seen in Māngere on June 20.