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Masked boy enters class with 'gun'

A balaclava-wearing 14-year-old burst into a classroom full of children and fired an imitation firearm at a fellow pupil and a teacher as he sought to settle a score with a rival.

Govt stalls on insulation despite health benefits

The Government has not committed any new money to a housing insulation scheme despite reports showing it had provided $1.2 billion in health benefits - a four-fold return on its funding.

Most in favour of 'R' plates option

News that the Government will look at "R'' plates for drivers on restricted licences has been welcomed by advocates, with some saying the move is overdue.

Three NZ children dead in Qatar fire: reports

Three NZ children dead in Qatar fire: reports

A fire that erupted in a nursery in a main shopping centre in Qatar's capital killed 19 people - three New Zealanders reportedly among them.

Drink-driver didn't realise he had a broken neck

A drink-driver who broke his neck in a collision didn't realise it for several days, the Ashburton District Court heard.

Burst water main restricts traffic

State Highway 2 between Katikati and Tauranga, near Work Road, is down to one lane due to a burst water main.

Gay adoptions not a priority: PM

Gay adoptions not a priority: PM

Prime Minister John Key said it wasn't a top priority for the Government to promote a Bill legalising adoption by gay couples.

Iti appeals conviction

Iti appeals conviction

Tuhoe activist Tame Iti has lodged an appeal against his conviction and sentence for possessing guns at Urewera camps.

'Violent meltdown' after ad mocking Kiwi accent

An expat Kiwi has reportedly been arrested in Australia after having a violent meltdown over a TV ad mocking the New Zealand accent.

Teen in custody after school shooting

Teen in custody after school shooting

A 14-year-old will appear in court tomorrow over the shooting of a student at Paeroa College this morning.

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