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Penguin crisis: Emergency fishing ban ordered off Otago Peninsula

Northern hoiho numbers have plunged 80% since 2008 to just 143 breeding pairs.

Will the Govt's new events fund finally put NZ back on the map?

One of our biggest promoters is hoping the fund will put us on a par with Australia.

'Not their responsibility': Will Tom Phillips' children be asked to reveal dad's accomplices?

The Prime Minister expects an inquiry into the handling of the case.

Are you in the right industry? The Kiwi jobs where the median wage is over $100k

But there are now about a dozen sectors paying at least six figures.

Paddock to Pantry adds over 500 products in bid to rival supermarket giants

A $10m South Auckland distribution hub is fuelling the rapid expansion.

The Emmy-nominated shows Kiwis need to watch now

TV's biggest night is just days away – here's everything Kiwis need to know.

Government aims to attract major events, announces $70m package

Government announced a one-off $70 million investment package for events and tourism on Sunday. Looks to attract more concerts/events and tourism to boost local economies.

South Island news wrap: The three month ban on set-net fishing across Otago Peninsula

The government has imposed a three month ban on set-net fishing across the Otago peninsula, Newstalk ZB South Island news director, Claire Sherwood reports.

Police slam Govt citizen’s arrest proposal; gives public more power than cops

Police rate Govt plans as 'worse than status quo' on several measures, including safety.

'Not lazy parents': 600 schools needing extra support to boost attendance

The Ministry of Education said regional teams will step in to support them.

Janet McAllister: Auckland Women's Centre is 50 – do we dare celebrate amid attacks on rights?

OPINION: The centre has survived disco, Rogernomics and grunge to reach menopause.

Mark Lister: Rear view v crystal ball, why leading indicators matter more right now

OPINION: Unemployment has risen to 5.2%, the highest level in almost five years.

Rees Hotel fined $22k for selling illegal crayfish after MPI investigation

Guests paid up to $7750 for the luxury crayfish trips in Fiordland.

Kiwi cops join Victoria manhunt for alleged cop killer Dezi Freeman

Australian police have offered a reward of more than $1m to help track down Freeman.

The Ex-Files: Can I claim compensation for the post-separation care of our children?

OPINION: A High Court case saw a mother awarded $40,000 for 85% of childcare.

Landlord claims tenant ‘almost bankrupted her’ over damage to home

A landlord says she has been left in financial peril over damage amounting to thousands of dollars caused to her property by a tenant who left owing more than $9000 in rent.