Māori wards have been the subject of much pushback but Taupō District Council has now established two additional Māori seats.
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Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and the Minister of Police Mark Mitchell spoke at the Tasman District Police headquarters. Video / Tim Cuff
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12-year-old Yi-Ling Cao is one of the winners of the Spark Christmas Art Competition! Reporter Alexis and Yi-Ling see her vibrant Auckland billboard for the very first time.
New Year 2025 Honours List
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Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa protested against the presence of Israeli tennis player and military reserve member Lina Glushko. Video / Michael Burgess / Dean Purcell
Former US President Jimmy Carter dies at the age of 100
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Experts question bird strike theory as cause of deadly Jeju Air flight and the annual road toll could be the lowest recorded in 10 years.
Drone footage of large shark at Ōhope beach
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Kea Kids News: Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the new Badjelly the Witch tv series!
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Plane downed in Azerbaijan, crowds flock to New Years festivals | NZ Herald News Update
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Shark sightings close popular Kiwi beach
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Fatal car incident in Napier, yacht race continues after deaths | NZ Herald News Update
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Aviation fuel of the future
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Firefighters battle fire in New South Wales
Firefighters are battling bushfires in both West Victoria and New South Wales. Video / AFP
Massive waves slam Interislander ferry
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Metservice National weather 27-29 December. Video / Metservice
Helicopter searching for man missing in water in Ōhope
The man fled from police on Christmas day and swam away. Video / Alanah Eriksen
Search for man who swam from police | NZ Herald News Update
Search for man who swam from police and strong winds could close lanes on the Harbour Bridge today. Video / NZ Herald
Fire in Piha RSA building
A fire ripped through Piha RSA building overnight. Video / Supplied
Two men winched out Fiordland River after Christmas Day capsize
Two men winched out Fiordland River after Christmas Day capsize, the rescue was one of 20 on Christmas Day.
Search continues for missing Ōhope man
The man swam away from police and has not been seen since 6pm yesterday evening.
Air New Zealand brings the magic to those flying on Christmas Day
Air New Zealand surprises hundreds of passengers missing Christmas Day with holiday magic at 30,000 feet. Video / Air New Zealand
Auckland road rage incident on Christmas Day
Dangerous driving and bottle throwing led to a road rage confrontation in Flat Bush, Auckland on Christmas Day. Video / Supplied
Culpa Tuya stars Eva Ruiz, Nicole Wallace and Víctor Varona talk to Herald's Emma Gleason
Your Fault (Culpa Tuya) is available on Prime Video from December 27. Video / Prime Video
Eye-popping displays light up kids’ Christmas
Reporter Te Whaiora and wingman Awatea are in Ponsonby, where the residents of Franklin Road are at it again with their yearly display of stunning Christmas cheer.
Boxing Day tsunami 20 years on: Horror and human resilience
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Christmas Day at Auckland City Mission
About 500 people in need are enjoying food stalls, a cooked lunch and presents today.
Donald Trump affiliate Matt Gaetz accused of statutory rape and drug offences
The former US lawmaker who was Trump's first pick for Attorney-General has been accused of statutory rape, drug-fuelled parties and taking special favours. Video / AFP
Kea Kids: Christmas secrets revealed!
Where do Christmas trees come from? Why are treats left for Santa and his reindeer? Reporter Mark explores the meaning and origins of some favorite Christmas traditions.