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Update: appeal for information on fatal crash, Burnside, Christchurch

Police investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on Grahams Road on Monday 27 April are appealing…

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Mongrel Mob member Terrence Brown jailed for drive-by shooting on Christmas Day

His target that day was a Black Power gang member and the brother of a…

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Motueka Residents Demand Action On Failing Wastewater Infrastructure

Saturday, 6 June 2026, 4:53 pmPress Release: Joint Media Statement Residents living near the Ledger-Goodman…

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Muriwai tragedy: Person found dead after falling from rocks

The death is the latest tragedy on Auckland’s west coast, where authorities have repeatedly warned…

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Successful NZ-Australia PMs’ Meeting Concludes

Saturday, 6 June 2026, 3:27 pmPress Release: New Zealand Government Rt Hon Christopher LuxonPrime MinisterPrime…

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Person dies after fall at Muriwai

Muriwai Beach. (File photo) Photo: RNZ A person has died after reportedly falling from rocks…

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Prime Minister in Australia: Luxon speaks after press conference with Anthony Albanese

In opening this morning’s meeting, Albanese lamented the turmoil affecting global trade, namely the ramifications…

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Why a boring Budget is exactly what New Zealand needed – Bruce Cotterill

Over the past few months, ministers have started to deliver for the country. Their response…

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Paramedics given ability to prescribe some medications

The government has announced paramedics will soon be able to prescribe medicines that fall within…

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Quiet streets in Kelvin Heights reflect Queenstown housing divide

The well-heeled area, known for its elevated lake views and high-value properties, recorded one of…

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