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The former gang member and prison inmate turned doctor
31 Jul 2025Dr Timoti Te Moke survived family abuse, state care, gangs and prison before training as a doctor in his 50s.
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Air Chathams considers cutting services
31 Jul 2025It is the second airline this month to consider cutbacks after Sounds Air cancelled routes due to surging costs. Audio
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'It's got a lot of significance spiritually': The managed retreat of marae
31 Jul 2025A major project to relocate five marae in Tairāwhiti is underway, after flooding from Cyclone Gabrielle forced them to move to safer ground. Audio
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Councillors to vote on new joint management agreement with local iwi
31 Jul 2025Councillors will vote on a new joint management agreement of Lake Taupō and the Upper Waikato River with local iwi Ngāti Tūwharetoa today. Audio
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Dogs allowed on buses - but is it workable?
31 Jul 2025It could mean passengers are able to board a bus with their dog but are unable to get off with their dog at the interchange.
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Nobby Clark stalls decision on mana whenua charter
30 Jul 2025Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark has used his power as chair to delay a decision on a memorandum of understanding with mana whenua.
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Two pedestrians hit by car in Christchurch
31 Jul 2025The police said the duo have sustained serious to moderate injuries.
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Taupō residents rally to improve working conditions at town hospital
A long-time resident says locals should be prepared for a rumble in the battle to adequately staff the hospital. Audio
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Veterinarian who lied about uni degree convicted
31 Jul 2025Siddharth Tushar Vaishnav, who is a qualified vet in India, applied to register with the Veterinary Council of New Zealand using fake university documents.
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Hamilton brawl: Family of man who died release statement
The family of Tyreece Te Pairi, who died while celebrating his upcoming 21st birthday said they had laid their son to rest.
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The Life of Chuck: a film for grown-ups wrestling with the big questions of life
This Stephen King adaptation takes on the meaning of life, death and the universe.
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Protesters 'selfish', 'irrational': Minister
31 Jul 2025Shane Jones has slammed the two protesters occupying a coal bucket on the aerial ropeway between Stockton and Ngakawau.
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'Lives are at stake': Pharmacy owners call for 'urgent' action following baby's death
31 Jul 2025A pharmacist says Bellamere Duncan's death was "not an isolated incident". Audio
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Man arrested motorbikes seized, following aggravated robbery in Northland
The aggravated robbery was reported on Kensington Ave in Whangārei on July 7.
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Watch: Alleged drunk driver narrowly misses trucks on highway
31 Jul 2025The "appalling behaviour" of a driver who was allegedly more than four times over the legal alcohol driving limit has been caught on tape.
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Sunny skies, chilly winter nights return
31 Jul 2025Most of the country can expect clear skies this weekend, but possible thunderstorms and even hail could come during rush hour today.
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'100% we got it right': Minister defends confusion over tsunami alerts
31 Jul 2025NEMA will work with phone companies to try and sort any glitches, Mark Mitchell says. Audio
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Meningococcal B vaccine to be funded for all children under five
31 Jul 2025Pharmac announced it would be funded from the beginning of September.
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Tsunami threat extended as surges hit shores
31 Jul 2025Tsunami currents have reached parts of the country and people should stay away from beaches until at least 3pm. Audio
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Buses to replace Hutt off-peak trains for next four months
31 Jul 2025The closures on most weekdays will allow rail upgrades.
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Moko Tepania to seek second term as Far North Mayor
31 Jul 2025Tepania had been shoulder-tapped by a number of political parties about switching to national politics, and earlier said he would talk with whānau before making a decision.
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Police use wrong powers to arrest emotional man after death of partner
31 Jul 2025The IPCA says police should have used the Mental Health Act to arrest the man.
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Vehicles stolen after NZTA breaches privacy of 1000 owners
The agency said the breach was suspected to have resulted in at least 13 vehicles being targeted for theft. Audio
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