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New Zealand|crime

'Captured in buckets': Staff rush to try to contain water pouring through court ceiling

05 May 11:15 PM

The ministry has confirmed the leak came from water reservoirs stored on the court's roof.

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Traffic delays on SH29 for emergency tree-felling today

05 May 10:49 PM

Traffic will be detoured between 11am and 1pm in the Kamai Range.

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Fonterra to appeal decision on Bega Cheese

05 May 10:39 PM

The court has previously ruled it did not have jurisdiction to make a decision.

Second council pulls out of Hawke’s Bay climate committee
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Second council pulls out of Hawke’s Bay climate committee

05 May 10:28 PM

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SkyCity blames worsening market conditions for earnings downgrade

05 May 10:15 PM

SkyCity says worsening market conditions will affect its June year 2025 result.

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Waikato band IA and Rei release new song inspired by whakataukī

05 May 10:00 PM

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National introduces bill to ban social media for under-16s
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National introduces bill to ban social media for under-16s

05 May 09:36 PM

'Right now, we aren’t managing the risks for our young people well.'

Iwi boss heads new board for Taranaki Maunga
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Iwi boss heads new board for Taranaki Maunga

05 May 09:11 PM

Wharehoka Wano will lead Te Tōpuni Ngārahu, a body representing the region's eight iwi.

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Farm to forestry conversions: New rules, but do loopholes remain?

05 May 09:07 PM

Federated Farmers is concerned that gaps could lead to further farm-to-forest conversions.

On The Up: Two new 'destination' eateries to open in Historic Village
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On The Up: Two new 'destination' eateries to open in Historic Village

05 May 08:13 PM

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'Ready and excited': New location for Homegrown festival revealed

05 May 07:45 PM

Homegrown is returning to its roots, dubbed an 'unbeatable location' by the local mayor.

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05 May 07:00 PM

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BoP crash closes highway, one injured
New Zealand

BoP crash closes highway, one injured

05 May 06:58 PM

One person is injured; traffic management is in place.

'Wheelstands up the middle of the road': Weeks of complaints before nurse hit by dirt-biking teens
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'Wheelstands up the middle of the road': Weeks of complaints before nurse hit by dirt-biking teens

05 May 06:06 PM

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From 'one of those pricks' to a 'legend in blue': How a parking warden tamed the streets
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From 'one of those pricks' to a 'legend in blue': How a parking warden tamed the streets

05 May 06:00 PM

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Far North news briefs – water restrictions end, robbery arrests and tourism boost
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Far North news briefs – water restrictions end, robbery arrests and tourism boost

05 May 06:00 PM

News snippets from the Far North.

Green light: $9m confirmed for stopbank upgrades in Waipawa
New Zealand

Green light: $9m confirmed for stopbank upgrades in Waipawa

05 May 05:06 PM

'Cyclone Gabrielle has left an indelible mark, and progress like this is so vital.'

'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
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'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return

05 May 05:00 PM

The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.

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Patrick Walsh: A heavy bureaucratic blanket has been a dismal failure for learning support

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On The Up: Community support helps Whangārei teen with rare condition thrive
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On The Up: Community support helps Whangārei teen with rare condition thrive

05 May 05:00 PM

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'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success
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'Best decision': Teacher credits group for marathon success

05 May 05:00 PM

Matthew Liley completed the Rotorua Marathon in five hours and 50 minutes.

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Where first-home buyers are winning, and why 3100 borrowers decided to switch

05 May 07:55 AM

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Precautions in place after intensive care unit babies test positive for bacteria
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Precautions in place after intensive care unit babies test positive for bacteria

05 May 07:00 AM

Waikato Hospital would not say how many babies were affected.

How Māori youth are learning traditional medicine and giving back
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How Māori youth are learning traditional medicine and giving back

05 May 06:05 AM

Over 20 rangatahi attended the Koi Ora Ngahuru during the April school holidays.

'This can't continue': Serial shop thief amasses 129 convictions
New Zealand

'This can't continue': Serial shop thief amasses 129 convictions

05 May 06:00 AM

Santana Tonihi was jailed for 12 months, but she'll be out in a month.

Lactalis, Bega Cheese eye Fonterra consumer assets in competitive race
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Lactalis, Bega Cheese eye Fonterra consumer assets in competitive race

05 May 05:36 AM

Lactalis is seeking merger clearance to buy Fonterra's businesses in Australia.

North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits
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North Island tourism alliance formed to boost international visits

05 May 04:02 AM

Fifteen North Island tourism groups have formed an alliance to attract key markets.

The cat with no ears: Meet Tilly, SPCA's remarkable survivor
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The cat with no ears: Meet Tilly, SPCA's remarkable survivor

05 May 04:00 AM

Earless rescue at needs new home

Cambridge girl swaps stables for hangar as she starts NZDF career
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Cambridge girl swaps stables for hangar as she starts NZDF career

05 May 04:00 AM

Aircraftman Blackmore previously worked at a local racing stable.

Centralines trustee resigns over $100k dam decision
New Zealand

Centralines trustee resigns over $100k dam decision

05 May 02:56 AM

The move is 'a board decision shared by the firm as a courtesy', trust chairwoman says.

On The Up: 'Significant boost' - Tauranga ends season with over 200,000 cruise visitors
New Zealand

On The Up: 'Significant boost' - Tauranga ends season with over 200,000 cruise visitors

05 May 02:05 AM

The Insignia will make a late-season call on May 27, the last until October.

Sweetwater Project: Far North councillor Mate Radich wants judicial review
New Zealand

Sweetwater Project: Far North councillor Mate Radich wants judicial review

05 May 02:00 AM

The Far North's controversial water project needs a High Court review, a councillor says.

The Country: Political roundup with Steve Maharey
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The Country: Political roundup with Steve Maharey

05 May 01:45 AM

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'Daddy's girl': Te Anau character crushed in fatal workplace accident
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'Daddy's girl': Te Anau character crushed in fatal workplace accident

05 May 01:11 AM

Lynda Kelly, 63, has been remembered for her care and compassion.

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