NZ makes history and calls for tougher policies | Focus Morning Bulletin August 12
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One experienced nurse said the demand in recent weeks had 'brought staff to their knees'.
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The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
Interislander's Aratere ferry damages hull while docking
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Wellington councillors walk out of meeting, refuse controversial crossing vote
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'We will work pretty hard over the next six months to continue to build our revenue base.'
Wellington Water boss abruptly quits, stepping down from tomorrow
The board has announced Tonia Haskell is stepping down.
'Significant risks': Te Papa's collection of 860,000 specimens could be disposed of without new storage facility
The existing facility is earthquake-prone and breaches health and safety rules.
Public sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agencies
Nicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.
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Tory Whanau’s comms adviser quits after nine months
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'Finally some hope': Sick teen who hasn't eaten for a year booked for surgery in Germany
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Armed cops arrest man after car chase and crash near motorway
A 35-year-old man was arrested after crashing during a police chase.
'Lost its mojo': New street festival pitched to revitalise Wellington party strip
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Council officers recommend using debt to fund raised pedestrian crossings
NZTA advised the council it would not fund "raised safety platforms".
Artist wins $25k for tapestry of drawings in prestigious art competition
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Cause of 'zombie fish' snapper illness still unknown
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'I miss him every minute of the day': Grieving dad wants harbour safety improvements
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Seymour stands by ECE regulations slash despite major opposition
The Associate Education Minister suggested many stakeholders 'don't want competition'.
Lower North Island dad missing with two dogs, family fears for his well being
Police say the man did not return home as expected.
'Leap of faith': Kiwi teen offered a place at prestigious Paris Opera Ballet
India Shackel channelled former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw to calm her nerves.
Prison guard smuggled contraband to inmate for $3700 cash
The former Corrections officer has been sentenced to home detention.
Government to cut millions in funding for Family Start programme - union
Public Service Association says briefing confirmed 25% of scheme's funding will be axed.
KiwiRail board exodus: Acting chairman named, search for new directors under way
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Wellington nurse's funeral on hold as husband fights for life
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'Babysitting' mental health patients keeps police from core work, minister says
The minister said other agencies had become used to relying on police.
'Mum is at peace': Woman whose remains lay undiscovered for 36 years finally buried
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Food fight! Burger booted from culinary comp after embassy complaint
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