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Denis O'Reilly: Ironic the gang patch laws come days after PM's Abuse in Care apology
OPINION: A lifetime Black Power member on the new law, which takes effect tomorrow.
Revealed: The NZ town with the most business break-ins
The data show Rotorua has the highest proportion of burglaries in New Zealand.
Number of denied emergency housing applications rises
Renters United says the figures make 'a mockery' of Govt's claims about emergency housing.
Act calls for Auckland Transport to stop 'free rides' on buses due to violence risk
AT introduced a de facto travel-free policy in 2020, says Act MP Parmjeet Parmar.
New low-cost rentals in Whangārei to tackle housing crisis
Ten new houses in Whangārei will be offered at 80% of the market rental.
What the foodbank does (and doesn't) need this year
'We have a very generous community that is always willing to give whatever they have.'
Man who died after interaction with police was at Auckland City Mission site
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has been notified.
'Ability to drive change': Why top cop Andrew Coster was appointed Social Investment boss
The outgoing Police Commissioner starts his five-year term in the new role on Monday.
Who is getting into medical school? New study sounds alarm over diversification
Affirmative action policies have had less success in lifting enrolments of poorer students
$100k in 24 hours: Generous donors give last cents to replace spoiled frozen food
"Sorry it's not much. But you deserve this," one donor wrote.
Community rallies to help save Christmas for struggling families
The community has stepped up to help those in need.
New roadside drug tests: Will they hurt more than help?
Govt says we will have roadside drug testing by the end of the year.
Richard Prebble: Will the Government's Social Investment Fund work?
OPINION: We need a new approach.
Kāinga Ora spent $300m on housing projects at risk of being cancelled: Can the money be saved?
Two projects have alone cost $73m. If they are cancelled will the taxpayer funds be lost?
Government spends $3.5m to fight historical abuse claims
One lawyer says the taxpayer-funded bill is actually likely to be much higher.
Editorial: We must do more to help the 'missing middle' in mental health
OPINION: How much worse do things have to get before we address them?
Watch: 'Everyone swarmed in' - Burnout driver attacked after car hit spectator at boy racer meet
The man said it's a select few who ruin boy racing events for everyone else.
'Gut-wrenching': Boy racers hurl fireworks, rocks and bottles at police in group attack
The rear window of a police car was also smashed in.
'So dire': Hospital staff refuse to care for racially abusive patient
More than 30 staff agreed not to look after the man until his behaviour was addressed.
The financial debt hangover of 2025 will be more than just an economic issue - Opinion
New Zealand consistently ranks among the most expensive countries to live.
Ryan Bridge: Hospital beds, not berths – don't sink Govt cash into Am Cup defence
OPINION: If we’re building infrastructure, let’s go for hospital beds over yacht berths.
NZ ranks last for infrastructure delivery in global survey
New Zealand has fallen behind its peers globally when it comes to infrastructure.
Letters: Congrats – now bring the Cup home to defend
OPINION: 'Massive numbers of spectators will spend lavishly in hotels and restaurants.'
No assisted dying oversight for seven months as doctors sound alarm
A newly appointed committee is working double-time to catch up on the reports.
The social media app making a comeback
Snapchat is reaching 95% of NZ's 13-24 year olds - but why? Video / Carson Bluck
'Sanctions have done nothing': Jobseekers say they struggle under traffic light pressure
Young people on the benefit say they're barely surviving as they struggle to find work.
‘Mean-spirited’: Labour attacks Govt decision on hardship assistance for sanctioned beneficiaries
MSD recommended beneficiaries on non-financial sanctions have access to hardship payments.