Surging population and increased tourism are the most pronounced recent changes impacting the Gulf, with ongoing demand for facilities, infrastructure and resources creating mounting pressure on the sea.
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A measles outbreak in west Texas has escalated to 124 cases, with 18 in hospital, according to state health officials.
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Winston Peters discusses Chinas live firing exercises
Winston Peters called China's lack of notice before a naval live-fire exercise in the Tasman Sea a “failure” in the NZ-China relationship.
Galway St cordoned off after large brawl
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New Zealand's new deal with Vietnam and citizen arrest laws to be eased | NZ Herald News Update
New Zealand's new deal with Vietnam, citizen arrest laws to be eased and international tourist spending on the rise.
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Kea Kids News: Kid actor takes us to work at his guest starring role on Shortland Street
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Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks as Warriors prepare for Las Vegas season-opener
The 31-year-old will return to the wing after spending 2024 at centre. Video / Michael Burgess
NZ Herald Live: David Seymour makes announcement on charter schools
Associate Minister of Education David Seymour announced today that round two of the charter school application process is open.
Treaty Principles Bill: Dame Anne Salmond, Annette Sykes condemn bill
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NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith makes retail crime announcement
Paul Goldsmith Minister of Justice and Nicole McKee Associate Minister of Justice make retail crime announcement
NZ Herald Live: Green Party co-leaders to deliver State of the Planet address
Green Party Co-leaders Marama Davidson and Chlöe Swarbrick will deliver their State of the Planet kōrero
Two arrested after a ram raid on Botany Liquor Centre overnight
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American teen arrested after newborn thrown from Paris hotel window
American woman, 18, arrested in Paris for allegedly throwing newborn from hotel window, faces life in prison for homicide charges.
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Bridge collapses in Korea killing four construction workers
A bridge collapsed in Korea this morning killing four construction workers and injuring seven others.
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Reduction in ram raids, Christopher Luxon arrives in Hanoi and concern over opioid use in the workplace. | NZ Herald News Update
Kea Kids News: Real life PAW Patrol!
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Council and AT respond to mayor's concerns about roadworks
Council and AT say the roadworks are for a temporary cycleway and bus stop outside SkyCity. Video / Michael Craig
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The UN voted on competing Ukraine resolutions as US policy shifts, sparking tensions with European allies and Ukraine's Zelenskyy.
Hamas pauses all negotiations with Israel
Hamas has suspended all negotiations with Israel after Tel Aviv blocked the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners despite Hamas freeing hostages.
Tourist arrested at Thai airport when 'cocaine falls from his pockets during tantrum'
A bungling British tourist lost his cool while going through airport security - before throwing a tantrum which allegedly caused cocaine to fall from his pocket.
Legendary singer Roberta Flack dies at 88
Roberta Flack, the legendary singer known for her heartfelt ballads, has died at 88.
Watch Live : Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
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Lake Rotokākahi protest as Tarawera sewerage project restarts
Arrests have been made as work on a controversial pipeline resumed at a tapu Rotorua lake overnight. Video / Protect Rotokakahi
Pope Francis battle and “Outdated laws need to be looked at” | NZ Herald News Update
C: Pope Francis battles illness, childcare centres attendance rises and “outdated laws need to be looked at”.
Kea Kids News: Trolley fever sweeps Auckland as gumboots, cavemen, and moa race for glory
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See inside NZ’s biggest new supermarket: $100m Pak’nSave Highland Park
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First look inside Auckland Temple
The new Latter-day Saints (Mormon) temple is opening to public tours for the first time. Video / John Weekes, Supplied
NZ Herald Live: PM Luxon to be questioned on Bayly staff incident, makes policing announcement
Christopher Luxon, Police Minister Mark Mitchell, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith, and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers speak to the media
NZ Herald Live: National MP Andrew Bayly resigning
PM accepts Andrew Bayly’s resignation as a Minister following an incident involving a staff member last week.
Man throws glass at Takapuna restaurant owner
The man became aggressive with staff at El Humero before throwing a glass at the restaurant owner when he intervened. Video / Supplied
'He's out there - might do it again': Raging flames as arsonist hit Greenlane
A firebug torched a car, tried setting fire to more, on a shared driveway on Kawau Rd about 1.30 last Monday morning. Police are trying to identify and find the culprit.
NZ Defence Spending, German Election & Pope’s Health | NZ Herald News Update
China fires live rounds near NZ, Germany’s snap election results, Pope Francis’ health, and Destiny Church news.