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More than 300,000 online submissions on the bill were received, setting a new record.
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Submitters met at Waiohiki Marae for a karakia before heading to Wellington.
Editorial: Donald Trump 2.0's frenetic pace
OPINION: In his first 2017 week, he signed six executive orders. In 2025, more than 50.
Kennedy assassination theories resurface with speculation on killers' identities
President Donald Trump has vowed to declassify files relating to the assassinations.
Trump declassifies JFK, RFK, Martin Luther King Jr assassination files
'Everything will be revealed,' US President told reporters.
The little-known resort village that's home to one of Japan's must-see attractions
Believed to have inspired the film "Spirited Away".
Historic warbirds dazzle at Classic Flyers Aero Day event
Texan, Spitfire, and Mustang inspire crowds at Classic Flyers Aero Day.
'I talk about it in my sleep': 100-year-old gardener still digging life
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Matthew Hooton: Luxon promises laser-focus on economy, but will his aim be off?
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Western Bay of Plenty’s historic sites mapped on website
'Grassroots' resource connects community to heritage.
Matthew Hooton: The issues leaving the race debate in their dust
Opinion: Much attention follows Treaty Principles Bill, but voters tell a different story.
Peel St Bridge, a symbol of growth, opened in 1923 and remains a key historic site.
Gisborne's Peel Street Bridge marks 100 years of local history
Free open day offers glimpse into Doubtless Bay's bicultural history
If offers a unique chance to explore local history.
Community invited to join archaeological dig in Doubtless Bay
Excavation at Butler Point to explore Māori and European historical interactions.
Letters: Question of arming police on duty raised again
OPINION: 'All police on duty should be armed for their safety.'
They lost their land over $221 of unpaid rates – then the new owners gave it back
Documents show a historic pā was taken from Māori in the 1970s for 'European hands'.
Singapore turns 60 in 2025: 8 locals spill the secrets no guidebook will tell you
An insider's guide to Singapore, by the people who know the city best.
Publishing of Nazi collaborator names divides the Netherlands
The decision has drawn criticism from descendants of the accused and families of victims.
My sister was insane: Brother of 'Heavenly Creatures' teen murderess shares story on Herald podcast A Moment In Crime
Jonathan Hulme wants to get his sister's trial outcome altered.
'Nobody knows who we are': The dying profession that can earn roughly $45 an hour
'You get to be an extraordinary part of someone’s life, even though you never meet them.'
Northlanders shouldn’t miss out this must-do attraction in their own backyard
Northlanders neglect biggest purpose-built visitor attraction north of Auckland
The island that disappeared in Napier: 'They took it'
Taape Tareha dived into hundreds of pages of court notes and found an unusual theft.
New Whanganui Journey shelters merge culture and functionality
Three new shelters have been constructed along the Whanganui Journey Great Walk.
Rotorua’s Tamaora Walker only pounamu carver finalist in sculpture awards
Walker mentors six jade carvers in Rotorua.
‘Huge task ahead’ for Ngāti Hāua trustees
One new and three returning trustees have been elected for the Treaty settlement entity.
'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailed
Gisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.
A stone tablet engraved with Ten Commandments has sold for US$5 million
A stone tablet carrying engravings of the Ten Commandments sold for US$5 million at auction. Video / AFP
'Rife with fakes': Experts question Ten Commandments tablet
Rare tablet missing commandment fetches $5m amid authenticity doubts.
Christmas message from Bernie Wanden
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden.
Harpers give heritage a helping hand
A pair of Foxton volunteers have been doing some interesting work.
'King of the world': Former POW, NZ's oldest man celebrates 108th birthday
The 108-year-old attributes his longevity to never smoking or drinking.
'Wonderful guy': Photographer honoured for shooting BoP history
'That’s when it’s satisfying as a photographer–when you’re doing it for the right reason.'
