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'What a waste of my life': Gang member says he's ready to change after kidnapping mate
Tane Milne wants to be a role model and show 'the young fullas this ain’t the life'.
Christchurch police investigating after reports of man approaching schoolgirls
Police are reviewing CCTV footage from the areas.
'100-fold' suicide risk vs surprise sleep attack: Duelling theories emerge at Polkinghorne murder trial
The Auckland eye surgeon is accused of having murdered wife Pauline Hanna.
Public urged to remain calm amid spate of Auckland homicides and shootings
The homicide in Grey Lynn is the latest in a string of shootings and stabbings.
Decade-old tree lifted into Auckland’s CBD, part of Council's green plan for city's future
Council project will have ‘multi-functional benefits’ for Auckland.
'You invaded their lives': Woman stole strangers' identities then took their money
Lexie Aiolupotea-Nofoagatotoa jailed for prolific, ongoing and significant offending.
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'Smells revolting': What it's like in a burnt-out house
'This is a rare chance to walk through a fire-damaged home.'
Auckland socialite Pebbles Hooper convicted over posting sex video to OnlyFans
The 34-year-old was found guilty after a judge-alone trial last year.
Christchurch News
Christchurch police investigating after reports of man approaching schoolgirls
Police are reviewing CCTV footage from the areas.
RSA expels former president for medal cheating
Bruce Blackburn has one month to consider an appeal after Rolleston RSA decision.
'We will track you down': Men arrested after illegal activities at car wreckers' yards
A 21-year-old from Upper Hutt and a 39-year-old from Christchurch were arrested.
Wellington news
'You invaded their lives': Woman stole strangers' identities then took their money
Lexie Aiolupotea-Nofoagatotoa jailed for prolific, ongoing and significant offending.
Promise to begin new tunnel this term in doubt
Govt has delayed second Mt Vic tunnel while it investigates a bigger one.
Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
Auckland News
Tears and memories at Kīngi Tūheitia tangi: 'I was here for his mother's final day, now I'm here for his'
Ruta Wright, 72, has seen the funerals of two Māori monarchs.
'Mysterious man' linked to major meth bust after 'suspicious' package left on doorstep
British visitor arrested and charged after police investigation.
‘Money-greedy criminals’: Multimillion-dollar meth bust at Auckland Airport
Drugs arrived in boxes falsely marked as containing sheets of paper.
Regional news
Far North council sticks with Māori ward, but challenges polling requirement
The Far North District Council is the last of 45 to decide on its Māori ward.
Boxing: Northland world champ Lani Daniels beats self-doubt to prepare for title defence
Northland world champion Lani Daniels contemplated giving boxing away
'Smells revolting': What it's like in a burnt-out house
'This is a rare chance to walk through a fire-damaged home.'
Then and now: Historic photo recreated
Groundsmen recreate school photo from the past.
'Eyesore": Graffiti attacks triple - costing ratepayers $100k
'Our public spaces are meant for everyone to enjoy, and vandalism ... ruins this.'
Multiple injuries after two-car crash near Ongaonga, Hawke’s Bay
One person critical after Central Hawke's Bay crash.
'Good start': Post-cyclone whitebait ban over as catchers make up for lost time
The season didn't go ahead for most of last year after rāhui put in place.
Twelve councillors to represent district after next election
Representation has been 'strongly debated' at previous council meetings.
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