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The Premium Debate: Mum of injured teen speaks out after street racers arrested

Our readers have their say.

A history of violence: Former Mongrel Mob member jailed for 29th time

'You have spent most of your life in prison,' Judge tells repeat offender.

Hospitality awards 2023 finalists announced

There are 20 categories from which the overall supreme winner will be chosen.

Mark Lister: What if the US debt ceiling isn’t resolved?

Opinion: We’ve got the small matter of the US debt ceiling to resolve.

Boat capsizes at Kaituna River bar in Maketu

The person who was in the boat is now back on land.

'Hugely demanding': Firefighters head to Canada to help tackle wildfires

Canada has had more than 500 wildfires this season.

'It's a relief': Mum of injured teen speaks out after 100 cops target street racers

The mother's comments come after arrests were made and cars seized.

The Premium Debate: Steven Joyce on Budget 2023

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The Premium Debate: The rental crisis is a nationwide disgrace

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Why one of NZ's top 10 house builders is laying off staff

'Other group house builders have laid off significantly more staff than we have.' - Burney

Opinion: Why I'm only slightly surprised by this Budget

OPINION: The announcement I'm most interested in - for selfish reasons.

'Don’t be mean': Teens tackle the 'snarky and snooty' as they speak up on bullying

Comments range from the sense of 'not fitting in' to finding a future 'free of bullying'.

'Absolutely stoked': Bronze sculpture of tourism pioneer recovered

The statue was removed from the Government Gardens in February.

Premium Debate: Subscribers react to teens hooked on vaping

Subscribers have their say.

'I will earn the right to be MP': Candidate, 26, says he's prepared to 'fight' for seat

“I’ve got the skills to be the best possible advocate for the Bay of Plenty."

Crackdown on dangerous drivers: Fleeing drivers could lose cars for good

More fleeing drivers prompts tough legislation: cars seized and stronger penalties.

The Premium Debate: Ability will always trump personality

Opinion: Premium subscribers have their say.

'Little passion bug': Distillery wins big after only six weeks in existence

'Winning any award is amazing, but double gold is truly phenomenal.'