'We still have hope': Missing NZ aid worker could be found alive
Colleague wary of disinformation, hopeful NZ aid worker Andrew Bagshaw is still alive.
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Emergency services responded to reports of a water-related incident in Twizel.
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Some people catch fish. Tim Riley catches cell phones, nails, and whatever else is metal.
Man in court over Dunedin botanic garden attack
Man appears in court after attack at the Dunedin Botanic Garden.
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Businessman hunts crooks who stole $23k in fuel after snub by police
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One bucket for cleaning cars: Water-use restrictions implemented in South Island
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Worksafe notified of potential fall-related injury in Banks Peninsula
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Chch resident critically injured in evening assault
Police responded to an assault at a Linwood address on Tuesday.
Dad warns parents after man tries to lure daughters with lollies
The Burnside man chased the alleged offender before police intervened.
'Terrified': Patient ‘gobsmacked’ after dentist trip ends in request for HIV test
The dental clinic is now reviewing the “isolated incident”.
NZ aid worker Andrew Bagshaw likely in Russian hands
Police and Army are now searching for the son of two prominent NZ doctors.
Man’s head sliced in Dunedin Botanic Garden attack
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Tramper rescued after getting lost in Southland.
Pedestrian hit by car in North Canterbury
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Former Mongrel Mob boss Chad Puru's death will be referred to the Coroner
Death of Chad Puru, former Mongrel Mob boss, not considered suspicious. police say.
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Otago prisoner transferring to Auckland after attack on officer
Mr Miller said the officer was seen by on-site medical staff and taken to hospital
SH7 closed after serious crash involving horse float in Canterbury
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