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Police called to mayor Michael Laws' home
The partner of controversial Wanganui Mayor Michael Laws has moved out after he called police to their home.
Tsunami fears over as alert downgraded
The official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.
Tsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hit
Civil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.
Tsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coast
New Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.
Evacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham Islands
The first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.
Telecom identifies staff responsible for 'f*** you' texts
Four Manila-based call centre staff have been suspended over abusive text messages sent to Telecom customers.
Telecom launches inquiry into 'F*** you' call centre text
Telecom is investigating claims a customer received an abusive text from its call centre after complaining of delays in her cellphone service.
Miss Universe leaves Levin for city lights
Its KFC went up in flames in December, and now Levin has lost one of the country's top beauty pageants as well.
Locals rally round to save injured puppy Buck
Wanganui residents come to the rescue of an injured puppy whose owner could not afford the operation it desperately needed.
Ohakune: Historic trail frozen in time
Jim Eagles continues his exploration of New Zealand by train, checking out the Ohakune Old Coach Road.