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"I have done all the hard work, and now it is time to claim what is mine."
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Luke Kirkness: Engineer's compensation triumph offers hope to motorists
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Margaret Lambourn decoded messages for the Royal Air Force during World War II.
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Boat sinks in Pilot Bay as further strong winds forecast
High winds likely contributed to the sinking of a boat this morning.
Feedbank wanted on proposed 'people's stadium'
The stadium has long been opposed by the sports clubs that could be left homeless.
'Buggered my life': Innocent bystander lost eye after being hit by bar stool at strip club
A contract manager has avoided prison after assaulting another man who lost an eye.
'Embarrassed': Iwi rep vows to protest stop co-governance meetings
Historian speaks out as a series of events is planned at a local community hall.
'We stand in solidarity': Moment of silence 60 years since plane tragedy
The cold, windy weather didn't stop hundreds of people from paying their respects.
Tai Mitchell 2023: West beats Gold in both finals
The 2023 edition of the Tai Mitchell tournament is being played in Whakatāne.
Joelle King equals Dame Susan Devoy's squash title record
The record set by squash great Dame Susan Devoy in 1992 has been equalled.
Car badly damaged after hitting multiple cows in Bay of Plenty
The crash happened around 3.20am.
Strong wind watch for BoP, orange warning for Coromandel
Strong wind warnings issued for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
Searcher recalls 'horrific' crash: 60 years since the Kaimai tragedy
A tramper recalls the search for the wreckage of New Zealand's deadliest air disaster.
Local Focus: Hanging out at the Men’s Shed
We work towards it all our lives, but adjusting to retirement can take time.
Polar blast: Freezing conditions, heavy snowfall in South Island
An estimated 20cm to 40cm has fallen in some areas
Power poles perched near crumbling cliff worry locals
Transpower says the poles are safe and it will check them again.
'From the hood and gangs' to the classroom: How a new kura is giving hope to troubled kids
'We are a kura that looks after many who have fallen through the cracks.'
'Significant milestone': First batch of product to be distributed from $400m Gib facility
The Tauriko facility's output will kickstart its continuous supply of plasterboard for NZ.
The cheapest, most expensive gas stations in NZ on final day of tax discount
Tomorrow the price per litre will increase by around 29 cents.
School's out! A guide to family-friendly travel in the North Island this holidays
Think interactive exhibits, adrenaline pumping rides and Matariki festivals.
Cheapest places to fill up before fuel prices rise
Fuel prices are set to increase by 29 cents per litre from July 1.
Vehicle spiked after dairy robbery
A group of people have entered the store and allegedly demanded items, police say.
Premium Debate: Banning disposable vapes 'a good start'
Opinion: Premium subscribers have their say.
'Now...not in 30 years': Leaders ask Govt to fast-track Golden Triangle highway
The highway is a key arterial route linking Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton.
'Effectively barricaded': Business speaks out over 'devastating' roadworks
Businesses claim they have been 'barricaded' from their customers.
'Skint': Lawyer who embezzled thousands from clients wants to practice again
Struck-off lawyer hasn't apologised nor repaid stolen money.
Premium Debate: Take vapes, cigarettes, alcohol out of dairies
Premium subscribers have their say.
Pharmacist 'baffled' as city given cold shoulder in winter health initiative
The initiative aims to increase access to pharmacists and reduce pressure on hospitals.
Watch: 'Horrific' - jewellers lash out at 'numpties' after 8th crime in 18 months
'What are you numpties doing trying to break in to get nothing.'
'Critical' $2b-plus roading overhaul timeline under fire
Some leaders might not even be around when it's time to "cut the ribbon".
How a teacher's ‘random idea’ is now helping thousands of kids each year
"I am one of those people that thinks don’t just complain about it, do something"