Murder-accused: It wasn't me. It was my brother ... or I was insane
Defence claims Wire Reddington's schizophrenia could support an insanity defence.
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Police want to speak to two women sitting close by when man was injured.
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Wellington councillors accused of ‘deliberately excluding’ iwi voices on airport shares sale
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Restrictions have already begun and water pressure has been reduced in some suburbs.
Govt considered disestablishing Māori Crown Relations Office
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One dead in early morning house fire in Porirua
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Wellington councillors asked staff not to remove pro-Palestine graffiti
Council officials have warned councillors against 'deliberately taking sides'.
Wellington long tunnel investigation taking longer than expected, costing more
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Risk of more ferry breakdowns as Govt decision on new ships drags on
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'I wasn’t even there': Brother of murder accused denies being the killer
Jamie Gill was drinking with the siblings before his body was found in a paddock.
'Gag-worthy': Fault with treatment plant’s sludge dryer leads to fresh complaints
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Jarimar Schuster sent to prison for five years for Wellington sexual assault.
Justice Minister gave 'every' police officer power to arrest Kim Dotcom
The Megaupload founder plans to fight his extradition order.
'Shock and panic’ on board Air NZ flight that aborted landing
The passenger said there was a big jolt as the plane touched the runway.
Air NZ flight aborts landing after runway drama
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Israel continues to bomb Beirut as Florida floods | Focus Morning Bulletin September 28, 2024
Israel continues its attack through the Middle East, as governments around the world continue to talk about a ceasefire and tropical storm Helene tears through Florida.
Dead man was missing bits of his ear. A piece found nearby had his friend's DNA on it
Defence lawyer says there are other ways the alleged killer's DNA could have got there.
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TFE Hotels partners with Heritage to refurbish five hotels
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Missing records hinder investigation into treatment of patient at aged care facility
Ultimate Care was scrutinised after lost records affected a patient's care review.
Police focused on 'lead-up' to baby's death
Police are investigating with the family's full co-operation.
Woman gets home detention for killing partner after years of mutual violence
The victim's daughter told Donna Henry she forgave her because her dad would want her to.
Blood, flesh and a dinner plate: grisly forensic scene at Jamie Gill's death
The 32-year-old victim grasped at the mud with his hands as he was dragged on his back.