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Fast-track furore as National and NZ First disagree over proposed law changes
NZ First proposes changes to fast-track law, National disagrees
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Taranaki marae sees 400% power bill rise after solar install
Ōwae Marae’s monthly power bill rose from $400 to as much as $2000.
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‘No sense’: Outrage over Government order to limit nurse enrolments
The Tertiary Education Commission asked providers to keep nurse enrolments at 2025 levels.
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Seascape tower conditional buyer hotel auckland
GDELT indexed reporting associated with public statement involving Company near Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
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Flow crypto the new exchange for kiwis
GDELT indexed reporting associated with aid or support involving New Zealand and Bank near New Zealand.
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Auckland — Consultation
GDELT indexed reporting associated with consultation involving Auckland near South Auckland, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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University of Auckland graduation bears recalled over chinstrap strangulation risk
The bears were sold at the campus bookstore from August 3 to September 28.
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Lindsay Howley sentenced for sexually abusing girl for four years
Judge tells Lindsay Howley: 'Your victim has shown immense courage in coming to court'.
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‘No idea what they stand for’: Luxon again dismisses Opportunity after 8% poll
Follow the election campaign live.
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Search underway for missing teenager on school tramping trip
A search and rescue operation is underway after a teenager was separated from their group on a school trip at the Ruahine Forest Park in Manawatū-Whanganui on Tuesday.
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GDELT indexed reporting associated with public statement involving Citigroup near Wellington, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Man killed by tiger after jumping into enclosure was BBC child actor
Victim identified as William Chapman posted a video of final moments on Instagram before he was mauled to death.
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Discount giant Costco looks to open first South Island store
The members-only warehouse retailer sells a wide range of products, including food, clothing, coffins, electronics, designer handbags and tyres.
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Election 2026: The Greens dialled down middle-class woke politics and surged in the polls – Bryce Edwards
OPINION: Polling as high as 16%, the party has finally discovered the populist moment.
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Butter, sauce or milk: What cafe extra do you resent paying for?
From sauce for your chips to milk swaps, tell us the most ridiculous cafe surcharge you’ve faced.
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Kainga ora urged to halt pre election sale of empty wellington state houses
GDELT indexed reporting associated with appeal involving Catholic and Chief Executive near Wellington, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Tauranga city council removes provocative crap in my hands political billboards
GDELT indexed reporting associated with appeal involving Electoral Commission near Greerton, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Jobs on the line as mega ministry mcert unveils restructure plan
GDELT indexed reporting associated with public statement involving Worker near Wellington, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Body of missing Christchurch dad found ‘buried in a shed’
Detective Inspector Scott Anderson confirmed police discovered the body of 21-year-old Braydon Hepworth buried at the rear of a Hereford St address on October 8.
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Pāpāmoa residents put election candidates on the spot over growth, healthcare and safety
The need for a 24-hour health clinic was also raised with election candidates.
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Draw, or risk it all to win? Black Ferns star has ‘no regret’ after handing England victory
Amy du Plessis has no regrets about going for broke despite her loose pass in stoppage time that opened up a great sporting debate.
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Whakaari/White Island plume: Observation flight finds no sign of recent eruption
Monday’s flight found no ash or signs of recent explosive activity.
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School manager thrown to his death from 112kph US roller coaster
A 42-year-old school IT manager has been identified as the man who died after being thrown from a roller coaster at a US theme park.
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Hawke’s Bay student missing overnight from school hike; search underway
A large search is underway to locate a Napier school student missing from a hike.
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Christchurch Costco store proposed near airport in fast-track application
The South Island's first store would be on land between Memorial Ave and Avonhead Rd.
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Long-term Waimakariri councillor Robbie Brine mourned
Robbie Brine served nine terms as a Waimakariri councillor over 27 years.
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Homemade taser, meth, cash seized in Taranaki police operation with six people charged
Police said further charges were possible.
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Bowel cancer treatment: Whangārei solo mum pays more than $230K to stay alive
Jay Findlater, 40, says more needs to be invested in bowel cancer screening and treatment.
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ACT proposes allowing landlords to offset rental losses
The campaign policy to reverse Labour's ring-fencing rules is forecast to cut government revenue by up to $303 million a year.
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Senior police officer committed serious misconduct over searches of female influencers
Police found the officer’s sustained searches breached policy and amounted to serious misconduct, with some material later classified as pornographic, adult or mature.
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Senior officer committed serious misconduct with searches for female influencers
Police found the officer’s sustained searches breached policy and amounted to serious misconduct, with some material later classified as pornographic, adult or mature.
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Forged in fire and enjoying record numbers at the polls fvd4m9ce
GDELT indexed reporting associated with diplomatic cooperation involving New Zealand near Bendigo, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Cocaine positive tests up nearly 120
GDELT indexed reporting associated with consultation involving Business and New Zealand near Wellington, New Zealand (general), New Zealand.
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Should new zealand cut foreign aid to fund medicines at home n9jptjqf
GDELT indexed reporting associated with aid or support involving New Zealand near New Zealand.
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Wilding conifers where to from here bbxeyxr3
GDELT indexed reporting associated with aid or support involving Government near Otago, Otago, New Zealand.
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Fire tears through small town’s Subway restaurant
Fire and Emergency are investigating a blaze that tore through a building that included Dargaville’s Subway restaurant on Tuesday evening.
diplomatic · P1
Election 2026: Chris Bishop and Ginny Andersen face off in Hutt South debate
The lively debate covered everything from public sector cuts to the cost of cheese.
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Lena Dunham to bring back 'Girls' for a 5-episode run 10 years after its finale
“Girls,” the show that was the voice of its generation — or at least a voice of a generation — is coming back.
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More than two million train trips taken in first month of City Rail Link
Auckland Transport says more than two million train trips were taken in the first month of the CRL, with two-thirds using the new tunnels and stations.
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Act pledges to remove loss ring-fencing rule to reduce residential property investors’ tax bills by $300m a year
Policy may result in property investors' tax bills falling by about $300m a year.
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National to scrap ban on car parking requirements as party releases Auckland plan
It comes ahead of the second leaders' debate tonight.
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Its all adding up more maths gains for kiwi kids
GDELT indexed reporting associated with diplomatic cooperation involving Student and New Zealand near New Zealand.
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Apple’s latest launch will help you stay off your phone at home
The launch marks Apple’s debut into smart display.
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Christchurch dog names: Luna edges Charlie as favourite
Labradors were Christchurch’s most registered breed, with 5026 dogs.
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Six arrested as police seize drugs, gun and $15,000 in Taranaki
Police say a three-month operation in Taranaki uncovered drugs, firearms, cash and stolen property linked to historic burglaries.
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Scientist blasts decision to close Palmerston North’s FoodHQ as ‘problematic’ in the long-term
Dr Troy Baisden says the closure risks future innovation and workforce growth.
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Quiz: The Hard Word ... very happy
One word, one clue, one minute. Can you solve today’s Hard Word?
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Security guard loses licence after threatening man and following him to police station
Minute Lotonu’u’s security approval was cancelled after convictions for intimidation and threats involving a man he followed to a police station.
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Two investigations after woman claims ‘human tooth’ inside Atkins Endulge Chocolate Almonds
Investigations by MPI and the company have been launched into the mystery object in snack.
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Man seriously injured after firearm discharged during Auckland altercation
Police are investigating after a man presented at Middlemore Hospital with serious injuries consistent with a gunshot wound.
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Tobey Maguire officiates ex-wife’s wedding weeks after their divorce
Tobey Maguire had an unusual role at his ex-wife’s wedding – marrying her to her new husband just weeks after their divorce was finalised.
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National unveils Auckland policy, reinstates council off-street carpark requirements
National has released its plan for Auckland, which it says will keep Auckland moving.
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Weather warnings and watches: Heavy rain, strong winds and possible snow ahead
The week started with 20C-plus temperatures, but chilly weather is ahead.
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Expensive houses most affected by downturn economist
GDELT indexed reporting associated with consultation involving New Zealand near Otago, Otago, New Zealand.
diplomatic · P1
Morning report winston peters and john campbell in fiery clash over un document
GDELT indexed reporting associated with diplomatic cooperation involving Minist and Health Minist near New Zealand.
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GDELT indexed reporting associated with armed conflict involving Australia near New Zealand.