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Researchers ‘excited’ to work with US team

University of Otago marine scientist Dr Sarah Seabrook and her team drill through the sea ice in...

Researchers ‘excited’ to work with US team

Two University of Otago researchers are working alongside leading United States scientists to tackle some of the most urgent environmental questions facing the planet.

NSW set to pass tougher gun, hate speech laws

A member of the Jewish community lights a candle during a vigil in Sydney honouring victims of...

NSW set to pass tougher gun, hate speech laws

Australia's most populous state is set to pass tougher gun laws, ban the display of terrorist symbols and curb protests in an emergency sitting following the Bondi mass shooting.

'Cheeky, curious' kea smarter than cockatoos: study

Researchers examined the emotion of "surprise" in cockatoos (left) and kea, testing how they...

'Cheeky, curious' kea smarter than cockatoos: study

A study comparing the intelligence of the kea and cockatoos has put New Zealand's native bird on top.

Complaint to Ombudsman over asbestos sand

The lawyer's complaint centred on the decision not to recall and ban the importation sale of all...

Complaint to Ombudsman over asbestos sand

A law adviser in human rights has lodged a complaint with the Ombudsman asking for an urgent investigation into the response to asbestos-contaminated play sand.

Hawke's Bay scrub fire destroys buildings

Drone footage of the fire near the Farmhouse Lodge in Fernhill. Photo: SUPPLIED

Hawke's Bay scrub fire destroys buildings

Homes in rural Hastings are being evacuated due to a scrub fire which has destroyed buildings, and a person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition.

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Pleased at health minister’s response

The Oxford Court rest home. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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Pleased at health minister’s response

One of the people at the centre of the controversies over the Oxford Court rest-home says she is pleased the health minister replied to her letter.

Cheese shop owner 'devastated' dumped product resold

Over The Moon cheese shop in Putāruru. Photo: Screenshot / Google

Cheese shop owner 'devastated' dumped product resold

The owner of a cheese company whose discarded product was stolen from a Waikato landfill and resold is worried the situation will damage its reputation.

US announces plans for new 'Trump class' of battleships

President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio with a rendering of the new 'Trump-class'...

US announces plans for new 'Trump class' of battleships

US President Trump has announced plans for a new "Trump class" of battleships, marking the start of an expanded naval buildup.

Barry Manilow needs surgery for lung cancer

Barry Manilow say he expects to be feeling better by February since his treatment does not...

Barry Manilow needs surgery for lung cancer

US singer-songwriter Barry Manilow says he has been diagnosed with lung cancer, prompting him to pause his scheduled concerts while he undergoes surgery.

Trump appoints envoy 'to make Greenland a part of the US'

President Trump with Louisiana Governor and newly appointed envoy to Greenland Jeff Landry (in...

Trump appoints envoy 'to make Greenland a part of the US'

US President Donald Trump has named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as his special envoy to Greenland, drawing renewed criticism from Denmark and Greenland over Washington's interest in the mineral-rich Arctic island.

Teacher tried to buy ADHD meds from student

A teacher who tried to buy a student’s ADHD medication will have to convince the Teaching Council he’s fit to be an educator if he wants to return to the profession.