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The "Devo-stating" change was made by bubble-busting vandals who struck at night.
Wellington leaders urge vaccination uptake, airport on standby
There are three Covid cases and seven potential exposure sites in Wellington.
RNZ reporter attacked by Covid-denier as 'anger and misinformation' grow
Opinion: "There is more animosity towards the government and media this time around."
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Only two people so far have refused to leave.
Kaitaia pair arrested after supermarket face mask fracas
Charges are threatening behaviour, disorderly behaviour, not following Covid-19 direction.
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The incident occurred as a patient was being escorted to Whangārei Hospital.
Frontline: Kiwi journalist witnesses historic fall of Kabul
"There are very few journalists left," says NZ-born Al Jazeera correspondent.
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Up to a 1000 people were at the event. They heard today a bar worker is Covid-19 positive.
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Forsyth Barr expects to see a strong result from Freightways on Monday.
Brierley sentencing judge told of businessman's attraction to girls
Ron Brierley faces sentencing in Sydney court over illegal images of children.
Afghanistan falls: First Kiwis safely evacuated from Kabul airport
MFAT warns the situation is fragile and "changing rapidly".
Hundreds of Afghan refugee bids on stalled Immigration list
Oldest refugee application from interpreter-linked family is March 2015.
Man drove 2 hours trying to get Covid vaccine, sites all shut
The man visited seven vaccination sites in Levin and Ōtaki but they were all shut.
Hundreds of burgers, thousands of dollars at stake for Wellington on A Plate venues
Wellington venues were midway through the biggest month of the year when lockdown hit.
Everything we know so far about Covid-19 cases in Wellington
Wellington's mayor says all three cases travelled down from Auckland in a private vehicle.
Anti-lockdown arrests: Far-right activist denied bail
Police say they 'engaged and encouraged' protesters to comply before arrests were made.
Baby found dead at Auckland recycling site, photos released in search for mum
Police hope clothes found near baby discovered dead at recycling plant could ID mother,
Covid-19: Should we give up on our elimination strategy?
Getting high vaccination coverage will be the game changer.
Resurgence of traditional Māori healing sees Rongoā Clinic open
NDHB worked with community to co-design delivery as an integral health service.
Police turning back holidaymakers
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'Worrying time' for school community: Avondale College principal
Immediate focus on supporting each other and following health guidelines, principal says.
Wellington police issue 111 speeding fines on first day of lockdown
One driver was going 160km/h.
Kiwis stranded in Queenstown given 24-hour lifeline to get home
Stranded New Zealanders have been hoping for an extension of the 48-hour grace period.
Children aged 12 to 15 can now be vaccinated - PM
More than 260,000 children aged 12 to 15 in New Zealand can now receive the vaccine.
Mercy dash to Kabul: NZ military plane leaves for evacuation mission
NZDF would not confirm whether any special forces operatives were on board.
Police called to deal with snowboarders, families flouting lockdown in Queenstown
Police called out to deal with people flouting lockdown rules in the snowy South.
What is an essential service? Retailers seek clarity from Govt
Retailers are confused about what they can sell online.
Kiwi soldiers shock: Taliban topples statue outside old NZ base
Bamiyan falls to Taliban: "It's gut-wrenching to see".
Wellington's $350m plan for public transport, walking, cycling revealed
The plan is expected to result in less use of automobiles.
'Rules for a reason': Whangārei Mayor hits out at escaping Aucklanders
Whangārei Mayor says fleeing Aucklanders putting others at grave risk.