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Mother's death gives life to others
The vision of her mother dying in hospital after being knocked off her bike by a motorist asleep at the wheel is imprinted on Sarah Carr's mind.
South Island neurosurgery reforms announced
A panel of experts has recommended retaining neurosurgery services at both Dunedin and Christchurch hospitals - a verdict met by cheering crowds.
Raceday fashion queen wins hands down
Fancy hats and decadent jewellery were must-haves at Addington's NZ Trotting Cup Day.
All Blacks: Sonny Bill the flanker?
All Blacks' assistant coach Wayne Smith has suggested Sonny Bill Williams could spend some time on the side of the scrum in the future.
Racing: Top Aussie stayer here to win
Today's $750,000 New Zealand Trotting Cup could develop into a classic case of the hare and the tortoise.
Clinton leaves stronger NZ-US relationship
Diplomatic "rockstar" Hillary Clinton is winging her way to Australia after being farewelled from Christchurch by Mayor Bob Parker and NZ ambassador to the US Mike Moore.
Support your local bartender
The Christchurch earthquake back in September caused plenty of grief down there, but it also had a rather nasty effect on this particular Aucklander.