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The Children's Minister says she's encouraged by the results so far.
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In a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.
'Why us?': Family's car fire latest in a spate of suspected arsons
Another Tikipunga family's lives have been turned upside down after blaze.
'Incredibly disappointing': RSA bosses condemn Matamata blackface incident, issue apology
The Waikato district president is working through the issue with the unrepentant branch.
One last ride: The race to reunite a dying man and his beloved bike
The bike on which Rob Appleton rode the length of the country for charity has been stolen.
Health risks of eel toxins studied
Wairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.
'Stop using your phone': Police call up driver on motorway
Police are being criticised for calling a driver to berate him for using a phone.
Body found in burnt-out car not yet formally identified
The body was found in the front seat of burning car.
Gallant Northland fall short in face-off with Auckland
Tanhiwa come agonisingly close in epic showdown.
Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.
Obituary: Mayor leads tributes to council watchdog Des Mahoney, who saved ratepayers milions
Far North council critic Des Mahoney's lasting legacy saved ratepayers millions
Make EIT standalone again: Hawke’s Bay mayors want region's polytech back in local hands for 2025
A workforce skilled by a well-run local polytechnic is needed more than ever, mayors say.
'Significant' increase in serious lung disease around NZ
The number of NZers impacted by asthma or serious lung disease has increased 40%.
Waimea Dam cost continues to inch up
The total cost has climbed to $207.5 million but more are still approaching.
Blinkhorne and Carroll Winter Series trophy winners
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Three vehicles struck by slip, SH2 closed in Bay of Plenty
Diversions are in place at the intersections at Paerata Ridge Rd and Verralls Rd.
Logging truck crash leaves one dead west of Nelson
The road is expected to remain closed for some time.
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'Unmasks the murderer': Crown lays out case for Polkinghorne's guilt in closing address
The eye surgeon is accused of having strangled wife Pauline Hanna at their Remuera home.
Driver allegedly smashes into three cars, ploughs into child's bedroom
Emergency services were alerted to the accident around 10pm
Spies are on Otago University campus for a good cause
PhD student develops an escape room centred on indigenous data sovereignty.
'Game-changer': Kiwi fishing tech lands international award
'We're hoping to launch the product to the market within 12-18 months.'
'I miss you every single day': Triple killer Lauren Dickason's words for her slain daughters
Convicted Timaru mother marks the third anniversary of her children's deaths.
Pacific vibrancy coming to Katikati
About 35 groups from schools around the Bay will perform at Katikati College.
'Frustrated': Family hit roadblocks getting teen to Italy for lifesaving therapy
They are trying to raise more than $500K and have been denied funding.
'We will carry on': Boss at country's busiest CAB determined to keep doors open
Funding has been slashed by thousands of dollars.
Celebrating 30 years of helping rangatahi in district
The service grew out of a need to do something about teens' antisocial behaviour.
Western Springs College reopens after bomb threat
Seniors arriving for exams had gathered on the field.
'Iconic' Hoiho wins Bird of The Year 2024
An iconic NZ bird has just been announced as Bird of The Year.
Firearms minister won’t rule out trying to bring back banned guns
A law change will give the minister power to say what guns should be prohibited.
Cellphone ban and patch laws | Focus Morning Bulletin September 16, 2024
Mount Albert Grammar hails cellphone ban, Waiheke Island vineyard’s $600,000 fine and the new gang patch law causing an uproar.
Face Off: Police have used facial recognition technology 89 times since 2022
The department has several million images of people in its databases.
International flights return to Hamilton
Jetstar brings international travel to Australia back to Hamilton Airport.