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Govt says 120 people as of April 24 have so far been deemed eligible for payment.
WorkSafe issues maintenance warning for quad bikes after man killed
Tragedy could have been avoided if farm manager had kept bike in good working order.
'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passage
Built to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain.
'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commute
Auckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible.
'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.
'Kept to themselves': Neighbours say woman, son live in Feilding home where body found
Those who live close by say the pair residing in the Campbell St home were 'very quiet'.
Body found in Feilding, police treat death as unexplained
Police were called to the address about 12.50pm
Police seek witness who reported Toyota cutting corners 'shortly' before fatal crash
The Toyota RAV4's driver is due to be sentenced next week.
'Milestone' solar farm: Genesis powers 13,000 homes with new site
Genesis says its new solar farm will produce enough power to supply Ashburton.
Pregnant beauty therapist awarded $100k after being made to quit
The woman said the employment issues robbed her of the joy of being pregnant.
Rugby player in ICU after serious head clash on Anzac Day
The rugby community has rallied, offering immense support to Joey Ah-Sui's family.
The offspring: How heirs to Kiwi family fortunes earn their keep
Meet the heirs of New Zealand's wealthiest families.
Govt claims crime target success amid wave of violent incidents
The minister says 157,000 people were victims of violent crime in the year to February.
First XV wrap: Tauranga Boys' dish out a Grammar lesson in historic win
The win marks Tauranga's largest margin in their rivalry's history.
'Really special': Horowhenua farm diversifies with agritourism
'We’re very conscious we’re the guardians of this land for the next generation.'
Shelling out: Audit questions hold up assessment of troubled mussel farm
Cabinet agreed to invest $16.5m more into mussel business despite ongoing losses.
Man in coma after crash at Christchurch speedway event
A man is in an induced coma after a crash in Christchurch last night.
Why consumers are wary of ShopBack's rapid growth in NZ
Members can earn up to $1000 yearly by booking travel through ShopBack.
'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes win
Val Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.
Stock car driver critically injured after smash at Whanganui speedway
A car crash at Oceanview Speedway led to a person being cut from a vehicle.
'We will not tolerate abuse': Head of Two by Twos church responds to sex abuse claims
Sect head overseer Wayne Dean says he has not been contacted the FBI or police.
Inmate stabbed 40 times in prison exercise yard attack by Mongrel Mob quartet
One attacker was already serving time for the robbery and killing of a cancer patient.
The long-anticipated return of racing to Awapuni ended in disappointment
Awapuni's comeback meeting lasts just one race after a horse slipped.
On The Up: How Olympic gold changed Hamish Kerr's life
Kerr's victory resonated in a special way with Kiwis; an undoubted Olympics highlight.
'Like a proper team': Free pants campaign boosts girls' cricket
ANZ donated over 1000 pairs of coloured pants to schools across the country.
Stabbing prompts security review for Department of Corrections
A staff member was critically injured in the April 9 attack.
Whanganui's own war artist Ted Lewis
Ted Lewis served as a war artist during WWII, capturing scenes in Italy and Egypt.
'True leader': Hawke's Bay's young leaders set for Youth Parliament
Chris Proctor, Neeve Smith, and Mariah Wakefield-Otene will represent Hawke's Bay.
It's not the owning of a cannon that's important, it's what you choose to do with it
When a council's rare cannon fell into disrepair, the community stepped up.
Tararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillor
Tracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.
Awapuni relaunch could see Group 1 bonuses next season
The Palmerston North turf track took 19 months and $5.7million to refurbish.
'Government needs to wake up': Ucol proposes to cut 74 roles
Ucol proposes to cut 17% of staff, affecting Whanganui, Palmerston North and Masterton.
BoP highway project confirmed, tolls expected by 2028
A new four-lane highway will connect Redwood Lane to Takitimu Toll Rd.