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News of merging ministries was just the tip of the iceberg.
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The five solar and battery-powered electric boats will be built in Whangārei and Samoa.
Letters: The changes we need to make to make electricity prices affordable
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Royal NZ Air Force establishes first dedicated space unit
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Market close: Tourism Holdings drops as NZ sharemarket ends week on high
The NZ sharemarket bounced back as large-cap stocks balanced gains and losses.
Four prolific shoplifters charged with stealing groceries worth $17,000
One of the quartet is dubbed by police as a high-risk, recidivist retail crime offender.
Philip Polkinghorne: Real estate sign vandalised with 'Killer'
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Tesla and BYD fight it out in a resurgent EV market.
Foodstuffs to open $73m Pt Chevalier store early after Vic Park fire
Foodstuffs' Pt Chevalier store will open on August 19, earlier than planned.
Rich-lister helps fund $2m+ Akl school pool upgrade
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Why Barbara Kendall backs women’s Olympic water polo campaign
She has thrown her weight behind the NZ team in their bid to qualify for Los Angeles 2028.
Kiwi storage chain owner sells up to Australian giant Kennards
Dave Tuke founded National Mini Storage in 1991. He was inspired by Australian stores.
Akl councillor proposes ban on residential helipads after Mowbray’s $24m home greenlit
Treating helipads the same as cars and bikes is socially destabilising, says Mike Lee.
NZ company linked to UK money-laundering probe
A UK recovery action against organised crime behind a £50m tax rort reaches New Zealand.
Flooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recorded
All heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible.
18,800 people booked for NZICC; anaesthetists, ophthalmologists the latest
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Thunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa
A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.
NZ's most photographed hotel up for sale
One of the owners, Cade Thornton, asked that offers to buy the hotel go directly to him.
'How could this happen?': Shock as baby found in bin on quiet inner-city Auckland street
Court hearing held after a 32-year-old woman was charged in connection with the discovery.
'Extensive backlog': Harbour bridge crash disrupts Auckland traffic
The right southbound lane is blocked while emergency services attempt to clear the crash.
Opinion: Mowbray helipad decision opens door in area with few regulations
OPINION: One couple's wish to commute by helicopter sets a worrying precedent.
'Avalanche': Home owner of 30 years says his 300% insurance hike in five years is bad sign for NZ
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Whānau Ora funds probe: Pasifika Futures’ family ties questioned
Pasifika Futures hired Ah Mau Sports, owned by the CEO's daughter and son-in-law.
Editorial: Bus drivers face daily fear of assault on the job
OPINION: In November, an Auckland driver whose ribs were fractured required hospital care.
Rates and CVs: Why your rates may rise even as property values fall
Auckland's rates increased by 5.8%, while Wellington's rose by 12%.
ECE leader shocked by proposed sleep rules after baby death at daycare
David Seymour plans to rid the ECE sector of 'excessive' regulations.
Heavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island
Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn.
Riccarton High: The centre of a changing Christchurch
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The team comprises five constables and one sergeant, patrolling on foot.
Husband’s oversight grounds Auckland woman’s 60th Hawaii holiday – but he still goes
The would-be holidaymaker was left in tears after an automated form bungled her info.
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey briefed on death of Auckland baby
A baby's body was found in a wheelie bin on Renall St in Freemans Bay, Auckland.
Market close: NZ sharemarket down while Kiwi Property Group secures key renewal
Large-cap stocks Ryman Healthcare and Kiwi Property Group produce strong rally.