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Sun, 16 May 2021 08:14:08 GMT
Assault rifle found in car after police called to dispute at Manukau Sports Bowl, south Auckland
Two men have been arrested for unlawful possession of a military-style firearm during a dispute at Manukau Sports Bowl.

Sun, 16 May 2021 01:41:25 GMT
Covid-19: Traces of Covid-19 found in wastewater treatment plant in Wellington
Two weak positive results in the water are likely due to recently recovered cases shedding the virus.

Sun, 16 May 2021 08:03:48 GMT
Search for missing diver near Mahia suspended overnight
Search and Rescue staff, the rescue helicopter, and several local fishing boats were engaged in the search, which would recommence in the morning.

Sun, 16 May 2021 05:36:21 GMT
Consent should be basis for all learning, say students fundraising for Parliament trip
A student-led group working to tackle sexual violence plans to take its action a step further by presenting MPs with a school curriculum focused on consent.

Sat, 15 May 2021 23:51:11 GMT
Budget 2021: Is New Zealand on the eve of a new brain drain to Australia?
A radical change in approach across the ditch, combined with an open border and the lack of a growth plan in New Zealand could spur a new brain drain.

Sun, 16 May 2021 00:13:14 GMT
Police investigating shooting near south Auckland house
No one was hurt in the incident, which comes six months after a spate of drive-by shootings in south Auckland.

Sat, 15 May 2021 09:34:46 GMT
Beer industry entrepreneurs respond to brewer's racist online rant
A brewing industry leader who worked with the man at the centre of a racist storm says he's not surprised by the online rant, but is pleased by the industry response.

Sun, 16 May 2021 01:20:06 GMT
New Zealanders living with cystic fibrosis wait for 'life-changing' drug
Reese and Ed both have cystic fibrosis, but only one of them can think about their future.

Sun, 16 May 2021 07:02:49 GMT
Man found with serious injuries after reports of fighting outside Rolleston bar
The man was taken to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition after being found outside the bar.

Sat, 15 May 2021 17:00:00 GMT
The pet treats that might do more harm than good: Dog experts advise caution
Calls for better labelling and regulation to help pet owners know about possible risks of certain dog treats.

Sun, 16 May 2021 00:18:42 GMT
Central Auckland fight leaves one man seriously injured
The man was critically injured in a fight in Auckland's Symonds St, while another person was seriously injured in an assault near Dargaville.

Sun, 16 May 2021 08:00:00 GMT
Taranaki taste and tales trail takes in local produce
Hidden away in the backwoods of Bell Block is a glass house bigger than most backyards – a stop on an increasingly popular Taranaki foodie tour.

Sun, 16 May 2021 07:38:54 GMT
Judith Collins' personal support crashes in new poll, while Labour remains well-ahead
National's campaign against racial separatism has not helped National in the polls - and Judith Collins' personal ratings have dropped hugely.

Sun, 16 May 2021 06:56:42 GMT
Brewery owner behind racist rant says sales have gone 'through the roof'
A brewery owner who called Māori the "scurge [sic] of New Zealand" says he's sure the business will stay viable.

Sun, 16 May 2021 06:48:36 GMT
Southlander fighting for freedom (camping)
Conscious Campers Aotearoa have embarked on a journey from opposite ends of New Zealand to challenge proposed new freedom camping laws.

Sun, 16 May 2021 06:31:34 GMT
Christchurch residents queue to tour some of the city's most iconic buildings
Open Christchurch will become an annual event after thousands of people toured some of the city's most interesting public and private buildings.

Sun, 16 May 2021 06:24:57 GMT
Hail-struck kiwifruit saved from going to waste and donated to people in need
A Tasman kiwifruit grower couldn’t bear to see his hail-damaged crop go to waste so has donated it to a food distribution hub servicing the entire South Island.

Sun, 16 May 2021 05:21:49 GMT
Young Southland chefs learn about hero local produce
Chef Ethan Flack has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants overseas for ten years but still rates raw produce from Southland as the best.

Sun, 16 May 2021 05:19:45 GMT
Explainer: The science behind Covid-19 being found in Wellington's wastewater
Covid-19 has been detected in Wellington’s wastewater. So should we be concerned?

Sun, 16 May 2021 05:07:46 GMT
West Coast Regional Council to sell its quarries as cost outweighs production
The West Coast Regional Council is putting all five of its quarries on the market as they're more trouble than they're worth.



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