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Parents 'put teens into sex work'
Teenagers in South Auckland are being sent to work as prostitutes by their parents to pay for drugs, says a councillor.

Report: Waterfront development to generate $4.29bn
Redevelopment of Auckland's waterfront will generate $4.29bn in jobs and investment by 2040, a report says.

Three hit by buses after route made two-way
Three people have been hit by buses on a Wellington street since it was made two-way on Sunday.

Brothel owners block council access to demolished hotel
Brothel owners have blocked access to the site of the demolished Palace Hotel in central Auckland and have filed a trespass notice against Auckland City Council.

Fatal diving spot 'shouldn't be closed'
A local politician says a popular diving spot on Auckland's North Shore should not be closed down despite the death of a teenage diver.

Canterbury quake may cost $4.9b - banker
A banker says the total cost of damage from the Canterbury earthquake will be nearly a billion dollar higher than Government estimates.

<i>Editorial</i>: Open the SOE stable and let the foals thrive
The Labour Party's finance spokesman, David Cunliffe, raised some eyebrows last Thursday

Brown orders inquiry into CCO name leaks
Mayor calls for probe after paper reports board appointments.