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Kiwi allegedly shot on visit to parents in Cape Town died in father's arms

Slain man named by friends as Eugene Robbemond, 49, a Whanganui business owner, father.

Farmers urged to take part in genetics survey

INZB launches fourth annual industry survey; closes December 9

Taxing farm animals’ farts and burps? Denmark gives it a try

New York Times: World's first belch and manure tax aims to cut methane emissions.

Why Rotorua is getting funky

What's in store for next year's Rotorua Lakeside concert?

Tatum estate's revival celebrated with ministerial visit

The estate has been an iconic venue in Horowhenua for many years, Wayne Bishop says.

Immigration NZ 'assessing' popular YouTuber IShowSpeed's visa

Immigration NZ confirmed IShowSpeed does not have the correct visa to work in the country.

Rogue Auckland taxi driver charges customer twice during 3km journey

The tourist was charged a 'card activation fee' of almost $200 before the 3km ride began.

White Ribbon Ride: Changing attitudes towards women, one mile at a time

White Ribbon riders want to flip the script regarding domestic violence.

Big Weekend of fitness fun coming to Levin

The event is the first of its kind in Levin said Gym Junkie owner Ali Richardson.

Bailed teen gang shooter on the run after cutting off monitoring bracelet

The teen shot at rival gang vehicles a busy Rotorua intersection in the middle of the day.

Seabed survey: Shipwrecks, rocky formations ... and a big digger?

The 4m tall digger is sitting upright in 12m of water.

Wharekauri Tahuna portrait breaks record with $3.75m sale

'Thoughts of a Tohunga' first Goldie to sell for more than $3m.

Mutes from Mars break disability barriers through music

Featuring musicians with disabilities, Mutes from Mars perform in Hawke's Bay on Nov 28.

Hamish Pinkham’s tips for festival success: The music, the venue and the vibes

Black Barn will be a 'natural home' for the event, with a 'pulsing bassline' thrown in.

Here comes the heat: Parts of NZ to hit 30C this week

Kiwis are in for an early dose of scorching summer days - and nights - later this week.

Watch: Secret radioactive waste facility built; neighbours 'horrified' they weren't told

The Health Ministry argues the facility was built in secret due to 'national security'.

Reti says good progress being made on Whangārei Hospital rebuild

Whangārei Hospital is in such a dire state that parts of the roof leak when it rains.

Whangārei Heads residents sick of slow pace want quick change

Should local speed limits be relaxed during school holidays?