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NZ was the first developed country to sign a free trade deal with China.
Police officer run down, driver shot during search warrant, manhunt under way
Emergency services were called to the incident around 7am.
'Pain': The Chase star reveals new health regime after split from partner
Just last month, the much-loved quiz master split from his girlfriend of one year.
From Hebron to Dunedin: Palestinian Kiwi's call for peace
Rinad Tamimi speaks about survivor’s guilt and why she continues to march.
Watch: Controversial 'Tower of Ōtara' pulled down over safety concerns
The wood and corrugated iron structure was adorned with a red bicycle.
'I feel like a stalker': Drunk principal fell off chair during meeting, had affair with teacher aide
She also reduced teachers to tears with the aggressive way she ran her school.
Police checkpoints set up around Marokopa as Tom Phillips search intensifies
The new police activity comes after a $80,000 reward was offered for information.
‘NZ loses lustre’ as Kiwi departures hit new record and total net migration rate eases
The immigration boom continues to subside, with fewer arrivals and more departures
Bolivia released 'buzzy' new beer – but does the world want it?
Bolivia has been trying to destigmatise the plant, which is used to make cocaine.
Bridgerton star praised for reaction to 'insulting' comment
A comment was made to the star seemingly referring to her character's sex scene.
'We have more work to do': Use of traditional Māori healing soars – ACC
In 2020, 472 people made claims for rongoā healing. In 2023, 6103 did.
Revealed: Eye surgeon jailed for attempted murder was dating district court judge
The judge can finally be named today after a year-long suppression fight.
Watch: Orca in Napier harbour provide 'spectacular wildlife-watching'
Orca can sometimes be spotted in the harbour much to the excitement of witnesses.
Truancy stats: Parents may be taking kids for long weekends hunting and skiing, principal says
Attendance of students is worse on either side of a weekend, statistics show.
'Not the actions of a good father' - Police say missing Marokopa man armed, still a risk to community
This morning they offered a $80,000 reward in the hunt for Tom Phillips.
New poll: National drops post-Budget, Hipkins pulls ahead of PM
A new poll has shown no great affection for the Budget.
Kiwibank faces prosecution over $7m in customer overcharging
'Serious' charges come after multiple errors in Kiwibank’s manual and electronic systems.
Deadly virus poses increasing threat to NZ
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Mum-of-four eaten whole by python in Indonesia
Locals found her belongings and then saw the snake with a swollen belly.
‘I was planning my funeral’: Woman’s six-day ordeal after bungled cancer diagnosis
She broke the heartbreaking news to her two sons and was considering an assisted death.
'Hysterical screaming' heard before baby's 'violent' death
'Nobody in the community likes to think that this sort of thing can happen'.
French President Macron calls snap election after EU vote loss
The move comes as first projected results put the far-right National Rally party ahead.
'Dirty nappies, old shoes' in recycling bins anger council
Aucklanders need to be a bit more careful when it comes to recycling.
Māori boxer Michael Herangi-Helg wins title with 4th round TKO
Māori boxer Michael Herangi-Helg claims vacant title
'Going to be life-changing': Two winners claim share of $50m Powerball, retail outlets buzzing
The jackpot has been split between seven lucky players, who each picked up $7 million.
Two of seven winners claim share of $50m Powerball, retail outlets buzzing
The jackpot has been split between seven lucky players who each picked up more than $7m.
'Anybody got fights?': Bullies film violent attack on junior student at Hamilton school
'For God's sake, that's not what should be happening at our kids' schools.'
Endless love: 100-year-old WWII veteran marries near D-Day beaches
He’s 100, she’s a youngster of just 96.
Liam Lawson in two-way shootout for 2025 F1 seat as another domino falls
Could the Kiwi be forced to look elsewhere for next season?
15 hours of non-stop rain: Heavy rain warnings in force for west of country, strong winds hit Auckland
Residents at the top of the South Island could see up to 170mm of rain.
Busted: Cleaner springs guests who booked beachside motel to make fake money
Couple checked in carrying a guillotine, printer and multiple laptop bags.
'Failure of imagination': Terminally ill filmmaker on why NZ hasn't had a hit movie in eight years
Hunt for the bolder people: ‘New Zealand’s storytelling doesn’t excite anyone anymore.'
Auckland crews battle large shed fire in Browns Bay, North Shore
Firefighters were called to the property about 7.45pm.