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Scan showed alarming 43mm mass - but the doctor deleted the test results.
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'High rent' squeezes cafe out of business
A pair of cafe owners simply could make the numbers work while paying the high rents.
Wet week ahead for most of New Zealand
Today's the day to get the washing on the line - the rest of the week will be rainy.
Christchurch restored as a refugee settlement location
About 20 Afghan and Eritrean quota refugees are expected in Christchurch next year.
Sexual abuse complaint: Christian Brothers blamed for son's death
Spotlight on sexual abuse within the Catholic Church is widening with fresh allegations.
1080 drop halted after dozens of deer killed
1080 drop on Molesworth Station targeted possum but killed scores of red deer
Tribe demands direct water talks with Govt
Influential tribe is demanding direct engagement and hints at court action.
Kaikōura crayfish: Dropping in at Nin's Bin
On the road to recovery, food tourism may be just what Kaikōura needs.
Four arrests following search warrants in Nelson
Eight search warrants were conducted throughout the Nelson area today.
Lawyer dies after serious bicycle crash
The 37-year-old suffered serious head injuries in the crash.
Kaikōura: Crayfish worth travelling the world for
New Zealand's east coast delicacy has earned a place on the Lonely Planet Eatlist 2018.
Queenstown's mayor facing action over Stonewood Homes collapse
Jim Boult says he will "vigorously defend"' any suggestions he did not fulfil his duties.
Farmers criticise police as cattle-killing probe stalls
Farmers whose animals were shot criticise lack of progress in police inquiry.
Timaru cyclist dies in hospital after crash on weekend
The woman suffered serious head injuries and was taken to the ICU at Timaru Hospital.
Queenstown mayor sued over collapse of building company
In a statement, Boult said he rejected the claim made by the liquidators.
Police seek information over serious bicycle crash
A woman riding a bike in Timaru suffered serious head injuries following an accident.
Spring on hold as winter weather returns
Say goodbye to the weekend's sunshine as winter returns.
Watch: Horror as young cyclist survives being hit by car at roundabout
Lucky escape for a child at notorious Christchurch 'blind spot' roundabout.
Weather: Get out and enjoy the winter sunshine
Generally fine weather in the forecast for most of NZ
Neighbours at war: Man threatened to bury couple in his garden
Dunedin man with a "shocking record" threatened his neighbours after calling them "narks."
'Cover-up' fears over diver's death
Coroner: "There is still so much that is not clear in this case."
Slasher escapes jail term due to lifetime of community service
Defendant had ''far more on her plate than she could psychologically deal with''.
Christchurch Lotto player snares $300,000
Powerball wasn't struck tonight and will increase for Saturday to $20 million.
New tack on social, environmental trials facing Māori
Māori nationwide to be asked: "What is keeping you awake at night?"
Award-winning rugby ref guilty of drink-driving
Nigel Clifford McLachlan's sin bin was the dock of the Dunedin District Court.
Police appeal for information on man missing from Motueka
Jason Campbell, 35, has been missing since August 4.
Scuba diver's death: Coroner to re-examine witnesses
Coroner reopens diver's inquest after "reliability of evidence" concerns.
Leap of faith: AJ Hackett unveils 150m ravine plunge
The one-of-a-kind human catapult launched its first thrill seeker today in Queenstown.
Fiordland: Luxury on the water
Winston Aldworth experiences a luxury overnight stay in Fiordland.
Barbarian Stormtrooper gang flex muscles in small NZ town
Patched gang members spotted outside court may be advertising their arrival: local cop
The great cow robbery: 65 stock stolen from 'bloody angry' farmer
'You feel bloody angry about it,' says farmer looted of $130,000 worth of stock.