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    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at APEC in South Korea. Photo: RNZ/screenshot

    'Wake-up call': PM on change in world trading environment

    Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the change in the trading environment has been a "wake-up call" for many countries.

    Auckland mayor sworn in, lashes out at government

    Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown. Photo: Marika Khabazi/RNZ

    Auckland mayor sworn in, lashes out at government

    Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown and the city's 19 councillors were sworn into office on Friday evening.

    Low measles immunity levels putting babies at risk

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    Low measles immunity levels putting babies at risk

    Low levels of immunity against measles among women of child-bearing age are putting babies at risk, warns one public health expert.

    Close eye on Whakaari/White Island after two eruptions

    A screen shot of steam rising from Whakaari/White Island on October 30, 2025. Photo: Supplied

    Close eye on Whakaari/White Island after two eruptions

    Volcanologists will be monitoring Whakaari/White Island over the weekend in the wake of two short-lived eruptions.

    Man avoids jail after killing neighbour

    Ōpōtiki man Bonny Anthony Temple, 47, in the High Court at Hamilton on Thursday when he was...

    Man avoids jail after killing neighbour

    Bonny Anthony Temple may have been a good, law-abiding citizen, but he was still capable of taking a life.

    Surge in MMR vaccine demand reported

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    Surge in MMR vaccine demand reported

    Pharmac is reporting a surge in demand for the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine, but is confident it has more than enough stockpiled, if the outbreak spreads.

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    5300 claims so far for wind damage

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    5300 claims so far for wind damage

    Claims continue to roll in from last week’s wind event with thousands coming from the South.

    Water safety reminder after 54 drownings this year

    Water Safety NZ are urging people to stay around the water this year. Photo: Getty Images

    Water safety reminder after 54 drownings this year

    Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) is asking people to play their part to prevent more tragedies, following 54 drownings this year.

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    Vandalised sign repair cost soars

    Department of Conservation signs have been damaged around the South. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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    Vandalised sign repair cost soars

    The budget for repairing Department of Conservation signs has risen more than 60% in a year as petty and mindless vandalism hits the great outdoors.

    Jury rejects self-defence argument in Chch murder trial

    James Arthur Holder Photo: Stuff / Pool / Chris Skelton

    Jury rejects self-defence argument in Chch murder trial

    James Arthur Holder has been found guilty of the murder of David Bridgwater, by a jury in the Christchurch High Court.

    Nurses to strike again over unsafe staffing

    Nurses protest in Dunedin in July. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

    Nurses to strike again over unsafe staffing

    Thousands of nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants have voted to take more strike action next month to highlight what they call unsafe staffing levels.

    Obituary: David Russell, consumer advocate

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    Obituary: David Russell, consumer advocate

    For a generation of shoppers David Russell was their champion.

    More than 100 cops under investigation for falsified breath tests

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    More than 100 cops under investigation for falsified breath tests

    More than 100 police officers are under investigation after 30,000 alcohol breath tests were "falsely or erroneously recorded".

    Govt announces new charter school for students with autism

    Associate Education Minister David Seymour. Photo: RNZ

    Govt announces new charter school for students with autism

    The country's first school for teenagers with autism will open next year.

    World record in sights at Canterbury classic car show

    Dr Richard Waugh and his Jaguar MkVIII. Waugh is organising Saturday’s showcase of Jaguars at...

    World record in sights at Canterbury classic car show

    Canterbury's classic Jaguars will be in the spotlight at a free event in Christchurch on Saturday to mark 75 years since the first MkVII was produced.

    Picton pensioner died after kerosene fridge exploded

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    Picton pensioner died after kerosene fridge exploded

    A Picton great-grandfather died after contaminated fuel in a kerosene fridge exploded, causing fatal burns.

    'Traitor' soldier should be in prison: Crown

    The soldier was found guilty of attempted espionage for a foreign power. Photo: ADELE RYCROFT,...

    'Traitor' soldier should be in prison: Crown

    A "traitor" soldier who tried to spy on NZ and came to the attention of authorities after the Christchurch mosque attacks should be sent to prison, the Crown says.

    Hurunui overcomes storm to be ready for garden festival

    The Hurunui Garden Festival is going ahead after a big clean up after last week's storm. Photo:...

    Hurunui overcomes storm to be ready for garden festival

    North Canterbury is back on its feet just in time for one of its biggest weekends of the year, the Hurunui Garden Festival.

    History curriculum proposed changes slammed by teachers

    Primary school teachers have voted the reject the 1% pay rise offer. Photo: Getty Images

    History curriculum proposed changes slammed by teachers

    History teachers have slammed the government's proposal to water down the teaching of New Zealand history in schools with the study of topics including Ancient Egypt and the French Revolution.

    Sign vandalism costing DOC over $500k per year

    A total of 1155 signs were repaired or replaced in the past three years Photo: Supplied/DOC

    Sign vandalism costing DOC over $500k per year

    Vandalism to signs is costing the Department of Conservation (DOC) hundreds of thousands of dollars a year.
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