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New ferry announcement and Winston Peters bans greyhound racing | NZ Herald News Update
The Government's new ferry deal announcement is expected today and Winston Peters announces greyhound racing industry will wind down over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
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SPCA: 'Great day for greyhounds' as Racing Minister announces plans to ban the sport
Winston Peters says greyhound racing will be phased out over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
Embattled businessman under investigation for new Waiheke bike business
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Justice Joe Williams celebrates marae's revival at Victoria University
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Māori rights at risk in Treaty principles overhaul, warns activist
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Government's Kiwibank investor hopes and pay deductions for partial strikes | NZ Herald News Update
The Government intends to find investors for Kiwibank and plans for partial strikes pay deductions are being scrutinised. Video / NZ Herald
After 10 years in Bali jail, new hope Kiwi man could be brought home
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RSA rebel group threatens to quit national body
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'Loudest thunder I’ve ever heard': Thunderstorms rattle Auckland, shake homes, alarm residents
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More sampling after high hydrocarbon levels found around HMNZS Manawanui wreck site
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Mokopuna launches clothing line celebrating Dame Whina Cooper's values
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Fire crews battle to contain a large fire in Canterbury's West Melton overnight and Syria celebrates the end of the Assad family's 50-year regime. Video / NZ Herald
Heroic act: Man fights off attacker with bat to save neighbour
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'High degree of culpability': Luxury Waiheke vineyard convicted and fined after long legal battle
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