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Teacher sexually abused two schoolboys in what was described as "gross" offending.
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Christchurch Nomads gang killing: Cleared of murder, guilty of manslaughter
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Christchurch white supremacist fails in third appeal over prison release conditions.
Angela Blackmoore cold case: New trial date confirmed
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Sex worker murder: Christchurch plasterer pleads guilty
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1500 people rush to get Covid-19 test in Christchurch, results taking longer than usual
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Online cheat-detection possible for NCEA exams
NZQA is considering the use of computer systems to monitor students for exam cheating.
Top NZ athlete stranded after immigration flip-flop over pandemic emergency
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Hallucinations prompted knife attack on neighbours
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No Kiwi Christmas as four travellers turned away from border
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Insurance Council issues stark warning over Wellington's spatial plan
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