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ACC scrutinised over slow payouts after landmark court ruling
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Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

My father was a community hero - he also sexually abused me
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Alleged Auckland drug kingpin hiding in Mexico, police believe
Andre James faces new drug charges after skipping NZ before he could be arrested in 2019.

Jobs on the line at Auckland's plush Government House in cost-cutting proposal
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Nearly 3000 attacks were recorded on animals and humans across Auckland last year.

Why are we cutting our babies' tongues? Warning as surgeries on newborns triple
An anaesthetist told the Herald he refused to assist with tongue-tie surgery.
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NZ urged to push for UN reform amid Iran-Israel tensions
Trump has warned Iran of greater future attacks if they don't make peace.

Queries around redundancy insurance rising as Kiwis urged to invest in personal cover
'I don’t remember a time where people have asked me more redundancy questions.'

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Trump urges Apple to manufacture phones in the US to avoid tariffs.
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Power and versatility: All Blacks selection shake-up
Scott Robertson's second year sparks a notable selection shake-up for the All Blacks.

'Over the moon': Taplin's first win with father watching
Jack Taplin rode his first winner aboard Pacifico at Tauranga on Saturday.
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My Style: Chris Parker is serious about finding better menswear in Aotearoa
The comedian uses dress as a place of play, expression and satire.
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Aaron Smale: When is it an appropriate time to protest? Why not a music awards ceremony?
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Book of the day: All the Perfect Days by Michael Thompson
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NZ First drafting bill to require only one Ngāpuhi settlement
Bill comes amid Govt refusing to agree to settlements that dispute Crown sovereignty.

Family of man who died after incident with police push for officer body cameras
A petition for police body cameras has gained nearly 15,000 signatures.

'We'll keep the fire burning': Ngāti Oneone remains committed to land reclamation protest
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