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Medical schools boosted by 25 places a year
More graduates will also be trained in general practice clinics rather than hospitals.
Boy racer blitz: Police impound vehicles, make arrests after car enthusiast event
The bad behaviour came after an otherwise well-run event near Christchurch.
‘Means a lot’: Toa’s record-breaking triumph at world manu champs
Maara Toa won the Z Manu World Champs adult male division in Auckland.
‘Blind to the effects of poverty’: Hipkins scorns Luxon over school lunches debacle
PM Luxon: 'There are a number of issues and the meals are not up to scratch.'
Free outfits for Central Hawke's Bay women: 'If you present well that’s going to carry you a lot further'
International Women's Day event in Waipukurau gives a chance for wardrobe refresh.
Unions concerns over new immigration policies for RSE workers
There are close to 9000 workers in NZ under the Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme.
‘First taste of autumn’: Storm approaching Hawke's Bay could bring hail, MetService warns
MetService issued a 12-hour heavy rain watch for Wairoa from 9pm Tuesday.
Opinion: Why the Government needs the rural sector
Opinion: The government is emphasising the role of rural areas in economic recovery.
Police investigating after man found dead on remote alpine roadside
Police are asking for any witnesses to come forward with information.
Woman charged with manslaughter after 11-year-old cyclist's crash death
The woman also faces charges of driving with excess breath alcohol and failing to stop.
Man, 20, charged with drug driving causing deaths of teen girl and 20yo man
He will be back in court next month.
’Pattern of behaviour': Hastings council chided for stream and dam maintenance failures
Report delves into problems after Jessica Maxwell complained to the Ombudsman.
‘I’m hell-bent on winning gold’: Napier skier’s quest at Special Olympics
Nine Kiwis are representing New Zealand among over 1500 athletes.
Police too slow to perform CPR on gang member who died in cells – watchdog
The Independent Police Conduct Authority release report into death of Taranaki Fuimaono.
Stolen caravan leaves trail of destruction through Wellington
The caravan tipped on its side and hit multiple objects as it was dragged along.
‘We all have a part to play’: New Salvation Army leader on ‘grim’ state of nation
Janine Donaldson is the first female leader of New Zealand’s Salvation Army.
Why 450-piece waka discovery on Chatham Island is a historic find
The limited excavation of a waka on Rēkohu has finished.
‘Love you Scrap Dogg’: Murder accused drops suppression bid
Chalise Tei Barton-Barbarich allegedly killed a woman during a brawl.
‘Like I’m guilty’: Supermarket sorry for questioning shopper’s $1k grocery bill
She paid her large grocery bill and then was stopped, with staff wanting personal details.
Pāmu reports half-year net profit of $62m
Pāmu - formerly Landcorp - is New Zealand's largest pastoral farmer.
Name suppression: What could change and why do some offenders get to keep their name a secret?
Legal groups warn the changes pose significant risks to victims.
Lake Hāwea homicide: Trial date set for husband accused of killing wife
Police launched a homicide investigation in November.
‘Make a sandwich’: Luxon’s response to school lunch backlash
Luxon said he would rather the state not have the responsibility of feeding students.
Complaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaign
The local council said it did not take a position on any political issue.
‘It’s not a way to run a health service’ - the cost of health redundancies
Health NZ has now paid out more than $33 million alone to staff it has cut.
‘Mass surveillance’: Debate as police up use of number-plate tech
The systems help investigate crime and check on 'suspicious' persons.
‘Inappropriate’ symbol: Swastika pendant removed at festival
Organisers said it went against the festival's kaupapa of inclusivity.
Luxon believes US still ‘reliable partner’ after Trump-Zelenskyy blow-up
Meanwhile, Labour's Chris Hipkins purposefully dodged a key question.
Wellington Water Costs Soar, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts & GP Reforms | NZ Herald News Update
Wellington Water Costs Triple for Ratepayers, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts in Education and Govt GP Reforms.
Father and son’s beach find may be NZ’s greatest archaeological discovery
Around 400 pieces, including unique carvings and braided rope, have been excavated.
‘A pleasant surprise’: BoP, Rotorua mayors ranked in nationwide poll
A Curia Market Research poll for the NZ Taxpayers’ Union has ranked mayors around NZ.
Prohibited fire season for Far North as dry district’s fire risk rises
Waipoua River scrub fire finally brought under control.
North Hokianga A&P Show in pics
Plenty on display at 110th North Hokianga Agricultural and Pastoral Show.