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    Motorists wait while the tree is cleared this afternoon. PHOTO: ROSS KENNEDY

    Tree topples near Otakou golf course

    A fallen macrocarpa tree led to the closure of Harington Point Rd for a period of time earlier today.

    Mum of seriously injured baby wants answers

    The baby was taken to Christchurch Hospital with serious unexplained injuries. Photo: RNZ

    Mum of seriously injured baby wants answers

    The mother of a five-month-old baby on life support after suffering serious unexplained injuries including a brain bleed says she's "angry, confused" and desperate for answers.

    Major milestone for Otago sea lions

    Major milestone for Otago sea lions

    An Otago colony of sea lions has reached a major milestone after a successful breeding season which saw the birth of 38 pups.

    Greens defend Māngere candidate over past actions

    Green Party candidate for Māngere Michel Mulipola. Photo: RNZ

    Greens defend Māngere candidate over past actions

    The Greens are defending their candidate for Māngere, saying now he has been selected he will be expected to meet different standards of behaviour.

    Rinse and repeat: Ong faces new code of conduct complaint

    Benedict Ong. Photo: Gregor Richardson

    Rinse and repeat: Ong faces new code of conduct complaint

    Controversial Dunedin city councillor Benedict Ong is again facing a code of conduct complaint.

    Trump not happy with latest Iran peace proposal

    US President Donald Trump. Photo: Reuters 

    Trump not happy with latest Iran peace proposal

    Efforts to end the Iran conflict are at an impasse, with US President Donald Trump unhappy with the latest proposal from Tehran.

    Kiwi facing more time in US detention centre

    Everlee Wihongi has been in US detention since the start of April. Photo: Supplied

    Kiwi facing more time in US detention centre

    Everlee Wihongi, who has a Green Card, was taken into detention when re-entering the US on April 10 after a family holiday in NZ.

    'Outrageous': Rebel denies dumping phone in film feud

    Rebel Wilson heading to court in Sydney. Photo: Getty Images

    'Outrageous': Rebel denies dumping phone in film feud

    Australian actress Rebel Wilson has rejected an "absolutely outrageous" accusation she dumped her phone to avoid handing over key communications in a defamation case. 

    King promotes unity in speech to US Congress

    US Vice President JD Vance (back left) and and US House Speaker Mike Johnson applaud as King...

    King promotes unity in speech to US Congress

    Despite an age of uncertainty and conflict, the UK and the US will always be staunch allies united in defending democracy, King Charles has told the US Congress.

    Hosking reveals TVNZ 'threat to sue' over reporter claim

    Hosking reveals TVNZ 'threat to sue' over reporter claim

    Mike Hosking says TVNZ threatened legal action against NZME if it was to publish a story about its political editor allegedly using a homophobic slur.

    Bumper lying in road leads cops to crashed car full of weapons

    The incident unfolded at 11.54pm yesterday when police received reports of a crash in Gloucester...

    Bumper lying in road leads cops to crashed car full of weapons

    A slam-fire shotgun, a homemade taser, ammunition and a large knife were all found in the crashed car of an alleged drunk Dunedin driver.

    Crackdown on 'nangs' as misuse continues to grow

    Canisters of nitrous oxide left in a South Auckland car park (file image). Photo: RNZ / Rose Garratt

    Crackdown on 'nangs' as misuse continues to grow

    Large nitrous oxide canisters will automatically be classed as psychoactive substances if they do not have a lawful use, with the government introducing measures to crack down on their misuse.

    University campus evacuated over fire in classroom

    Photo: RNZ / Calvin Samuel

    University campus evacuated over fire in classroom

    Students and staff have been evacuated from Massey University's Albany campus in Auckland due to a fire.

    Teen allegedly raped after sharing pizza

    Donny Moses is on trial at the Christchurch District Court. Photos: Supplied via Open Justice

    Teen allegedly raped after sharing pizza

    A teenager who was allegedly raped by a man she met on Ferry Rd told police she remembers feeling pain, crying and screaming during the ordeal.

    One hurt in large Timaru building fire

    A large shed caught fire in Timaru. Photo: Supplied

    One hurt in large Timaru building fire

    A person has been seriously injured as 10 fire crews battled a large blaze near Timaru Hospital that sent thick black smoke billowing across the area.

    United Arab Emirates leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group

    UAE's Oil Minister Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei is shown in this 2019 file photo. Photo: Reuters

    United Arab Emirates leaves OPEC in blow to global oil producers' group

    The United Arab Emirates said it was quitting OPEC, dealing a blow to the oil producers' group as an unprecedented energy crisis caused by the Iran war exposes discord among Gulf nations.

    Penne-pinching intruder caught reheating students' leftovers

    When police arrived the intruder began to dig into the re-heated pasta. Photo: Getty Images

    Penne-pinching intruder caught reheating students' leftovers

    Student flatmates in north Dunedin were startled to find a stranger re-heating their leftovers in the kitchen.

    Fraudster handyman blew $60k on gambling and massages

    Fraudster handyman blew $60k on gambling and massages

    An “accomplished fraudster”, whose rip-offs scored him $114,000, has been given a firm ultimatum by a Dunedin judge – show me the money. 

    Government's diesel deal 'won't drop price'

    Photo: Getty Images

    Government's diesel deal 'won't drop price'

    Businesses say the government's deal with Z Energy for an emergency diesel reserve is reassuring in case of supply disruption, but will not help with high prices.

    US to produce passports bearing Trump's image

    A US passport featuring an image and signature of U.S. President Donald Trump is seen this...

    US to produce passports bearing Trump's image

    The US State Department say it will produce a limited number of commemorative passports bearing a portrait of Donald Trump.
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