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Australia records first human case of bird flu, in a child
The child experienced a 'severe infection' but has made a full recovery.
Police seeking drone footage after fatal Waikato crash
The three-vehicle crash happened on Sunday, May 19 on State Highway 5 at Tāpapa.
'Saved my life': How roller skating helped woman conquer drugs and alcohol
Derby star shares personal story to explain why her home town needs a new skatepark.
Kiwifruit growers paid record prices despite Zespri profit dip
Green kiwifruit growers paid $9.55 a tray, up from $5.78 for the 2022-23 season.
Zespri net profit has hard landing
It was a tough growing season, but better fruit quality has created some optimism.
Illegal dwelling or family land? Kaumātua vows to stay
Matutaera Clendon has been living illegally on what is now a scenic reserve.
Graffiti attack saddens LGBTQIA+ artist
Painting over the colourful box has been seen as an attack on the LGBTQIA+ community.
Thief with a conscience? Widow in tears as stolen ashes returned
'I’m just so glad that they did the right thing and brought him back.'
Revealed: 13 properties council might sell to fund $306m civic project
A 'popular' free car park in a shopping district is one of them.
'I could lose them right now': Man's urgent plea to get family out of war-torn Gaza
A Palestinian man wants special NZ visas to be available during the Israel-Hamas war.
Free shower and laundry charity for Hawke's Bay needs 50 volunteers
A non-profit organisation is expanding in response to growing demand after cyclone.
Midweek windfall for Hamilton, Coromandel Lotto players
There were 19 second division winners.
Election hopeful accused of 'dog-whistle politics'
Response to complaint about page user's moko kauae 'barcode' comment criticised.
Far North news in brief: Well known identity dies, Parrot Place fundraiser and landmark repairs
News snippets from the Far North
Bitches' Box comedy tour raises $25k for Farmstrong
The Bitches' Box shows by comedians Amelia Dunbar and Emma Newborn drew 1800 people.
Cyclone Gabrielle prompts Gisborne to consider local rapid response teams
Gisborne plans new emergency teams after Cyclone Gabrielle.
John Swiatczak takes helm at Gisborne Hospital
Former nurse John Swiatczak is the new boss at Gisborne Hospital.
Pest control group says pets are not targets but owners need to take precautions
'If there is any doubt whether a captured cat is feral or not, we release the cat.'
Council using 'sledgehammer to crack a walnut' with aviary closure
'It’s an interesting contrast to our web-footed friends.'
Weather: Further rain to strike drenched North Island
Rain is set to endure for parts of the North Island on Thursday.
Tennis club celebrates at least 50 years
The club is asking for 1974 'originals’ to come to the milestone celebration.
R2 bull sales off to a strong start in Tairāwhiti
Gold Creek and Kerrah Simmentals studs had strong sales this week.
Calls for humanitarian visas for Palestinian refugees
Mahar Azzam wants Palestinians to receive the same treatment from the NZ government as those from Ukraine. Video / Alex Cairns.
Diseased snapper described as 'zombies' caught in Kaipara Harbour
The fish have sunken and milky eyes, bones sticking out and a lack of mucus coat.
'Facebook scam': Man uses Marketplace to sell fake PlayStation, Xbox
Daniel Johnstone has been sentenced to home detention and ordered to pay reparations.
Prolific burglar goes on crime spree while on parole to pay for drug debt
Jamie Downard was living in Te Awamutu after being granted parole.
'Things happened quickly': how Tuesday's wild weather unfolded
'A reminder of how quickly things can happen during weather events'
Hawke’s Bay schools set for big season in First XV rugby
Hawke's Bay high schools' real rugby goal is making the national Top 4 playoffs.
What the Kāinga Ora report means for Rotorua and the hundreds of planned home builds
There are at least 330 new Kāinga Ora homes budgeted for the city by mid-2025.
'I got used to it' teenage boy says of alleged abuse
The teenage boy is one of five cousins who were allegedly abused by their aunt's partner.
Mount Maunganui assault accused appears in court
Police said a man with torso injuries was recovering in hospital.
'It was very peaceful': Woman recalls near-death experience
'I'm sure there’s a greater plan for me,' says the nurse, who wasn't expected to live.
Trust calls on donations to help raise remaining funds before June 12 deadline
The trust has until June 12 to come up with the remaining funds.