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Auckland's $2b storm recovery fund coming under pressure
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Talented Afro-Kiwi musicians to rearrange Christmas carols with vibrant African beats.
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The Health and Disability Commissioner found several failures by the midwife.
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'I asked him not to participate': Inquest into shock charity boxing death
Kain Parsons died after injuries sustained in the ring in 2018.
'I was gassed': Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon participants take part in milestone event
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'I think I felt the engine drop': Engine issue forces Air NZ flight from Gisborne to return
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Te Papa makes $750k from tourists in two months
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins rules out support for Aukus, and bus drivers assaulted in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
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Scott Beard said Grace's mum could discuss things she couldn't with 'anyone else'.
New report highlights success of Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch programme
Review praises Ka Ora, Ka Ako for boosting Māori student engagement and wellbeing.
Māori sovereignty debate: Waitangi Tribunal invites critical dialogue
Lady Tureiti Moxon: 'Māori iwi never ceded sovereignty; the Crown acts ultra vires.'
‘I hope you rot’: Fugitive rapist finally faces justice in a NZ court
'He needs to be held accountable for his evil, despicable actions.'
'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks
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