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Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:55:31 GMTUkraine live: Russia claims to have captured city of Kherson, Kharkiv University hit by strike
Kherson would be the biggest city to fall to Russia's forces during the invasion so far.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:42:46 GMTLive: Police on guard at Parliament overnight as last occupiers linger, lawn to stay closed to public for repairs
Police to stay on guard through the night as pockets of "disruptive" occupiers remain. Parliament's Speaker has closed the site until further notice for restoration after weeks of occupation and a day of fires on the lawn.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:12:11 GMTThe simple tiny home of a man 'surviving beyond predictions'
After cancer shook up Bruce Brown's priorities, he downsized to a home on the back of a truck. Now, he's roaming the country.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:03:32 GMTProtesters disperse from Parliament after major police operation
As night fell on Wednesday, the crowds of protesters had dispersed from Parliament and its surrounding streets, marking the quietest the areas had been in several weeks.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:28:28 GMTIsolation food criticised amid hundreds of Victoria University hall cases
The number of cases in the Wellington halls is fluctuating between 650 and 850. Food 'revolting'.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:02:57 GMTPhotos & Videos: Police have taken back control of Parliament grounds
Police have taken back control of Parliament grounds after they forced protesters out of the area and ripped down their makeshift camp.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:00:00 GMTParliament protest: The protesters who set fire to their own cause
OPINION: The disgraceful riot at Parliament will achieve nothing - except maybe make life just a little bit worse for the rest of us.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:19:04 GMTWellington protesters heading to Cranmer Square, Christchurch protesters say
Cranmer Square anti-mandate protest spokeswoman Ashleigh Thian says the Christchurch protest is set to surge: "I think we are going to be bigger than Wellington now."
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:47:41 GMTTaranaki MP's heartbreak at violent scenes as police bring an end to occupation of Parliament grounds
After witnessing the Wellington protest firsthand, two Taranaki MPs are glad to see it’s potentially coming to an end after 23 days.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:40:56 GMTBaptism of fire: The police operation that ended the occupation of Parliament
Bottles filled with paint were hurled at advancing officers, people were pepper-sprayed, punches were thrown, fires were lit, and dozens were arrested.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:38:37 GMTAll Wellington trains stopped amid 'deteriorating' Parliament protest
All trains have been suspended on the advice of police, while the railway station has also been closed due to “the deteriorating situation in Wellington City”.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:10:00 GMTThe Batman: Ranking the previous live-action Batman movies: From worst to best
As the latest Bat-flick hits Kiwi cinemas, Stuff to Watch takes a look back at the previous big-screen efforts to bring the Caped Crusader to life.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:03:16 GMTNew Zealand's hospital and ICU beds in numbers, as Omicron cases rise
We look at how many ward beds, ICU beds and ventilators Aotearoa has, as officials warn of a "challenging" next four to six weeks in our hospitals.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMTNetflix's Adam Project, Disney's Turning Red, The Batman among March's must see movies
Bruce Wayne is back, Morbius is the latest Marvel man to get his own movie and Pixar's tale about a panda-cursed teen makes its debut on Disney+.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMTFamily ditches suburban life for an extended house bus road trip with a two-year-old
Rebekah Ballagh has written books on mental health and finding calm - now she's walking the talk for her own family.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMTAward-winning restaurant in Palmerston North gets a boost during difficult times
Amayjen owner Richard May says their recent award is a much-needed boost after enduring tough times and the pandemic.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:49:13 GMTEcologist excited by potential new plant discovery in Fiordland mountains
The discovery was made during an expedition to the Livingstone Mountains, near Te Anau Downs, at the end of January.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:35:36 GMTJacinda Ardern promises peace will return to Wellington
As rioting continues on the streets of Wellington, Jacinda Ardern says “normality” will be restored.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:28:06 GMTAuckland traffic live: Motorways clear for evening commute
The Harbour Bridge will run four lanes in each direction during rush hour, due to staff shortages.
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 05:21:30 GMTSharemarket falls as nervous investors shift money into bonds
The sharemarket followed overseas markets lower as investors around the world sought the relative safety of bonds.