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The community title, with 11 staff, has fallen victim to tough economic times.
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The northern Hawke's Bay newspaper has been printed for more than 100 years.
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Demoted minister Melissa Lee accepts she was 'a little slow' with media portfolio
The National MP said issues impacting the media sector came too fast.
Man arrested: Gun found hidden on street outside Newshub office
Police arrested a 41-year-old and charged him with firearm-related offences.
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'The media landscape is changing, but I can’t see myself leaving.'
Wild Wellington wind cancels flights, 109km/h gust recorded
MetService says winds are forecast to remain strong but become much less gusty tonight.
Government challenges, reforms and Anzac Day | Focus Morning Bulletin April 25, 2024
The government is challenged once again as we celebrate Anzac Day. Video / NZ Herald
Opinion: Devastating blow for apartment owners hidden in Govt announcement
Earthquake-prone apartment owners had every right to rely on a now-cancelled loan scheme.
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A candid interview with the Herald after news of the failed Reading Cinema deal.
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Melissa Lee had the Media & Communications portfolio for six years before this reshuffle.
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Trademark move: Is this the new name for TV3's 6pm news?
Warner Bros Discovery confirms it is considering the name for its bulletin.
'Didn’t stand up to scrutiny': Reading Cinema deal another loss for Wellington mayor
The Wellington Mayor has lost another key project in her plan to rejuvenate the city.
Police identify woman found dead in Wellington harbour
The woman was thought to have been walking nearby shortly before she was found dead.
Wellington’s controversial Reading Cinemas deal canned by council
Wellington City Council has announced it's ended negotiations with Reading International.
Mum sentenced for failing to get medical care for injured baby
The baby had been out of hospital just a few days when his mother noticed something wrong.
Mystery surrounds identity of woman pulled dead from Wellington Harbour
Multiple people have died in Wellington Harbour during the past decade.
Warner Bros Discovery CEO gets pay rise to $84m amid cuts including Newshub
NYT: The firm lost US$3b but increased cashflow by making cuts - including 300 NZ staff.
Mike McRoberts says he is likely done with news for good
McRoberts is retiring from newsreading when the Newshub newsroom closes on July 5.
Highly potent synthetic opioid found in fake diazepam tablet, possible nationwide circulation
People mistaking the tablet for diazepam are at significant risk of harm, including death.
A look back at nearly half a century of Fair Go
We scoured the archives to unearth these highlights from 47 years of the show.
Mike McRoberts' 'journey as a news presenter' is ending
It is yet to be confirmed who will front the new Stuff 6pm news service.
What councils can do instead of hiking rates to pay for infrastructure
For every $100 invested in infrastructure about $24 comes from local government.
'Cowardly' gossip column pulled; Shorty St eyes rebate rescue; 'Jacindamania' film loses 'Jacinda'
Media Insider: Former TV3 boss in bid for 6pm news; Stuff CEO stays grounded.
'I've been in fight mode': Wellington's Cranfields closing after 33 years
Nicola Cranfield is exhausted and doesn't want to spend her days battling the council.
'Gobsmacked': Government ends loan scheme for quake-prone apartments
Owners with construction scheduled in as little as two months have been left in the lurch.
Fourth man charged with murder following fatal shooting
Damon O'Rourke died in hospital after being shot in Palmerston North.
Government extends earthquake-strengthening deadlines by four years
Apartment owners have faced sleepless nights and losing their homes over 'unfair' rules.
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Opinion: How could the Government fund NZ's largest-ever tunnel?
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Stuff to provide new-look news bulletin under deal with Warner Bros. Discovery
Stuff will provide an hour-long weekday bulletin and a 30-minute bulletin on Saturdays and Sundays.Video / Corey Fleming
6pm TV3 news saved - Stuff to provide hour-long weekday bulletin, 30-min weekend shows
Stuff will provide an hour-long bulletin on weekdays and a 30-minute bulletin at weekends.