Colombian President Gustavo Petro claimed that “cocaine is no worse than whisky” and suggested the drug trade could be dismantled if cocaine were legalised worldwide.
The petition urges the Government to expand or build a new Kaitāia Hospital.
OPINION: New Zealanders need a healthcare system that works for everyone.
Pagan Rimene successfully defended her title of New Zealand Woolhandler of the Year.
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Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
A woman and a man were struck by the falling masonry.
The Cook Islands believes it doesn't need New Zealand's approval for the agreement.
The tournament attracted 98 teams, up from 64 in 2015, across multiple regions.
Parliament security demanded Seymour get off the steps immediately.
The previously 'perfectly healthy' tooth later required a root canal.
About 50 Manta rays delighted tour visitors in the Bay of Islands this weekend. Video / Fullers Bay of Islands
Despite the efforts of emergency services, the infant was unable to be revived.
Event organisers used local businesses and groups.
Derek Daniell, Sandra Faulkner, Karen Morrish, and Phil Duncan.
Locals raced to help the stricken quad bikers and one man was swept into the water.
Twelve music acts and five masterclasses featured at the festival.
It sailed into the capital's harbour on Monday.
The man said he didn't know how to use the Taser and was 'just being a dick' having it.
Rocket Lab launched its 59th mission, deploying five satellites on Sunday.
If he gets on the court, he’ll be the third-youngest in Tall Blacks history.
Heavyweight with David Letele tackles obesity and keyboard warriors.
The name-brand fan also allegedly stole shampoo and condiments.
A United States Coastguard ship has moored in Wellington as part of a mission to enhance security relationships with nations in the south Pacific. Video / Mark Mitchell
Concrete has fallen from a building on Auckland's Queen St and injured an elderly woman. Video / Raphael Franks , Dean Purcell
Feedback shows staff fear patient harm from losing IT experts.
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.
"To take out the win was really exciting," Jock Bourke, 19, said.
People across the Central North Island are being warned of more thunderstorm action today.
Argentine Hector Gaston Artigau dreamt of travelling the world. He went missing last week.
'Both officers deployed Tasers, which were ineffective in stopping the man.'
BBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.
Investors need to stay 21 days for residency under the visa changes.
'I’m going to be breakdancing over the finish line.'