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City couple's mushroom venture sprouts from pandemic
Benson Thomas and Hattie MacLennan once lived a city life in Auckland.

Mother's harrowing last words before painful mushroom-poison death
Another incident where someone died from mushroom poisoning has come to light.

How to know which mushrooms are safe and which ones to avoid in NZ
Following the death of a Kiwi who drank a toxic mushroom beverage, experts weigh in.

Explainer: How to safely forage for mushrooms - and poisonous ones to avoid
However, the National Poisons Centre warns against eating wild mushrooms.

Nervous candidates, Kiwis in Gaza and the Beatles final single | Focus Morning Bulletin November 3, 2023
It is unlikely National and Act will be able to form a government alone, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is working around the clock to ensure exit efforts from Gaza and the Beatles release final single Now and Then which was 45 years in the making. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / AP

'Immense relief': Major update in mushroom poisoning case
The development could represent a breakthrough for investigators.

'Love to you all': Memorial held for two victims of mushroom lunch
Elderly couple's son reveals his mother's final text message at farewell service.

Forensic psychologist highlights major 'red flags' in deadly mushroom case
A forensic psychologist details concerns about woman's behaviour after mushroom deaths.

Explainer: How to safely forage for mushrooms - and poisonous ones to avoid
However, the National Poisons Centre warns against eating wild mushrooms.