Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this afternoon that the Government would not be implementing the tax.

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The hip-hop artist - whose real name is Malo loane Luafutu - was sentenced to six months' intensive supervision in the Christchurch District Court.

The famous Paris cathedral has been virtually destroyed in a massive blaze - its roof and spire have collapsed and firefighters have been struggling to contain the flames.

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Telco tries to lure subscribers with early bird offer.

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Ardern said it would a "new approach" to the Budget.

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Alleged Christchurch Killer Sent Death Threat in 2016.

New Zealand's former top military attache to the United States is on trial accused of planting a hidden camera inside the toilets of the Kiwi embassy in Washington DC.

Nationwide strikes loom again as primary school teachers reject their latest pay offer.

Victim's family slam accused gunman after his court appearance.

Shooting accused to face two mental health assessments.

This proposal is the most significant tax reform in many years and we deserve better.

Everything you need to know about the first High Court appearance of the man accused of the Christchurch mosque attacks.

Armed police in West Auckland, schools in lockdown.

Spark boss Simon Moutter to be replaced by Jolie Hodson.

A new application to Auckland Council has been made.

Herne Bay residents fear for beachgoers, particularly small children, after today's helicopter test above Briscoes Major shareholder Rod Duke's new home. Video / NZ Herald

The MPs failed to find a majority for any proposal in votes on alternatives to the government's rejected Brexit deal.

From today, all employers will have to file pay details to the IRD within two days of a person being paid - a shift from the current monthly employer schedule which typically sees them file the information on the 20th of the month after payment.

Air NZ hires from overseas again to fill its top digital role.

Comment: Reserve Bank has signalled the economy is slowing but still strong.

His wife was killed when she came back for him after helping children.

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