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Representation review could affect Māori ward structure
Local authorities are required to review their representation at least every six years.
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New app Reo Ora aims to be the one-stop learning platform for te reo Māori.
World-leading app to train teachers in te reo Māori
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Political Roundup: The Democratic and equity deficits in Three Waters reforms
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'Groundbreaking' migrant pōwhiri in Tauranga may become permanent
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'We are hurting': Outrage over skilled worker immigration lockout
'There is no indication when those wheels are going to get back in motion.'
'It could be fatal': Mother's warning over RSV danger
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Meet the Rotorua man who fought for 40 years for folic acid in bread
When Lyall Thurston's son was born in 1983, doctors said he had 24 hours to live.
Family speak out: Murdered boy, 5, 'loved' the 'monster' who killed him
The family has urged people to reach out if they need help, as have police.
'Really good news': Iwi scheme will build $500K homes for whānau
Ngāti Whakaue wants to establish real pathways to homeownership for their people.
Local Focus: Locals targeted for deer velvet
Claims that deer velvet helps boost immune system. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Ohope Rd reopens after serious crash
Police were called to the two-vehicle collision mid-morning.
'Human rights issue': School under fire over toilet rules
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Mussel-ing in: Battle to save 'eco-system engineers' from sea star invasion
One PhD student said sea stars are threatening mussels in Ōhiwa Harbour.
'Treat it like it's Covid': Mum fighting for daughter's life as RSV soars
A Napier mum is terrified of losing her four-month-old daughter who is in ICU with RSV.
Nine DHBs still unaware of staff vaccination status
Is your DHB recording its staff vaccination information?
Witness recants police statement on stand during murder trial
The jury has heard more Crown evidence on day two of a Tauranga High Court murder trial.
Tūhoe leadership tussle: Activist Tame Iti shoved at protest
Protests within the Tūhoe nation show no sign of letting up.
Fatally crushed: Ill sparkie and 'wrong' wiring surface in final day of inquest
Director of the manufacturer of the truck involved disputes suggestions of 'wrong' wiring.
Live updates: One new Covid case in MIQ today
The new case arrived in New Zealand from the Philippines via Singapore on June 19.
Cancer-fighting sponge? Discovery off BOP coast
The next step would be getting samples to analyse the sponges and formally identify them.
GP shortage leaves patients waiting two weeks for appointment
Health professionals warn of a looming 'crisis point'.
Waikato law firm Tompkins Wake on a growth roll
Auckland a happy hunting ground for the growth energy of century-old Waikato law firm.
Simon Bridges shares fitting farewell to father, Heath
The National MP said it was his father who instilled the values of service and community.
'Dangerous' wire ropes and 'nobody can get off the road' on section of SH2
Residents wanted wire ropes removed and a place for drivers to safely pull over.
'I sing every day from dawn to dusk': Talented teen hits new high
He got into choir singing by accident. Now he sings with New Zealand's best.
Hospitals bring in more beds as cases of 'highly contagious' RSV illness rise
Children as young as 10 days old are being admitted to hospital with the virus.