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Police refused to intervene with violent patient, mental health staff say

Despite multiple assessments Mrs A's cancer went undiagnosed for months. Photo: Getty Images

Police refused to intervene with violent patient, mental health staff say

Staff at a mental health facility in Wellington say police officers stood by while a violent patient tried to break down a door and threatened to hurt them.

Hipkins welcomes India deal but warns of 'consequences'

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Government House in Auckland yesterday. Photo: Getty Images

Hipkins welcomes India deal but warns of 'consequences'

Labour's Chris Hipkins welcomes the Strategic Partnership agreed to with India, but says there will be consequences if NZ does not fulfil its side of the deal.

'Scumbags': Fuel stolen from Volunteer Coastguard

'Scumbags': Fuel stolen from Volunteer Coastguard

Police are investigating after 1200 litres of fuel was stolen from a Bay of Plenty Volunteer Coastguard unit.

Tenants win $2500 after unwanted visits from property owner's mum

The tenants claimed exemplary damages for breaches of quiet enjoyment after the property owner's mother kept visiting the Christchurch property.

19-year-old wins Song Quest

Samuel Mataele, 19-year-old countertenor from Auckland, is the 2026 Kiri Te Kanawa Song Quest winner.

Work continues to repair Kaikōura highway

Rock have been placed where chunks of State Highway 1 were eaten away by floodwaters this week....

Work continues to repair Kaikōura highway

Work is continuing to remove rock and vegetation to allow the safe reopening of a badly damaged highway near Kaikōura in the South Island.

Arrest after early-morning brawl at bar

Arrest after early-morning brawl at bar

One person is facing charges after an early-morning brawl at a central Auckland bar that saw seven initially arrested.

Kaikōura landslip warning, progress made on SH1

Rock placement work is under way on SH1 near Kaikōura to repair sections of road. Photo: NZTA...

Kaikōura landslip warning, progress made on SH1

The Kaikōura District Council is warning there is a continuing risk of landslips in the flood-hit area.

Police looking at footage after claim man punched

Police looking at footage after claim man punched

Police are investigating after a man was allegedly punched in the head during an arrest in Hamilton.

Expert not impressed with govt's school reforms

The reforms include new English and maths curriculums for primary school students. Photo: RNZ

Expert not impressed with govt's school reforms

A professor who advised the Education Ministry on education research and evidence for 10 years has panned the govt's school reforms as simplistic.

Shellfish biotoxin alert for Marlborough Sounds

Shellfish biotoxin alert for Marlborough Sounds

People are being warned not to collect or consume shellfish from parts of Marlborough Sounds as they may contain toxins.

Coldest morning of year in Canterbury

Coldest morning of year in Canterbury

Canterbury has recorded the coldest morning for the year, amid freezing temperatures in the South Island.

Tight security for India PM's brief visit

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was at Auckland airport to greet Indian counterpart, Narendra...

Tight security for India PM's brief visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in NZ for a whirlwind visit amid tight security.

Lotto player wins all four First Division prizes

A Lotto player has scooped $1 million after using the same numbers to win all four First Division prizes.

Man who painted fake Timaru pedestrian crossing jailed

Joshua David Brooking painted a fake pedestrian crossing on a main road into Timaru.

Man who painted fake Timaru pedestrian crossing jailed

A man who previously forced two prisons into lockdowns during destructive rooftop and riot incidents has now been caught painting a pedestrian crossing on a main route into a South Island town.

Cancer survivor says 'second opinion saved my life'

Jessica and Kelly Reynolds. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Cancer survivor says 'second opinion saved my life'

Ten years after finding lumps in her breast Kelly Reynolds was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Her daughter Jessica tells her story

Dozens evacuated overnight as river banks burst

Kopu Road and flooding damage at The Limery on Kopu Road. Photo: Supplied

Dozens evacuated overnight as river banks burst

Dozens of residents in the town of Wairoa have been evacuated overnight after the river burst its banks.

Thousands celebrate rise of Matariki

Thousands have descended on Takaparawhau to celebrate the rise of Matariki. Photo: RNZ / Layla...

Thousands celebrate rise of Matariki

Thousands have gathered at Takaparawhau, Bastion Point in Tāmaki Makaurau before dawn to celebrate the rise of Matariki and welcome the Māori New Year. Ngāti Whātua o Ōrākei are hosting this year's...

'Intense security' for Narendra Modi visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a press conference in Melbourne, Australia,...

'Intense security' for Narendra Modi visit

A large security operation is underway for the Indian Prime Minister's visit and the public should expect disruptions in Auckland on Saturday, police say.

Former carpark boss argues contract restraint clause 'unreasonable'

Former Wilson South Island boss Peter Turner at the hearing being held in the Employment Court at...

Former carpark boss argues contract restraint clause 'unreasonable'

Lawyers for the former South Island boss of New Zealand’s largest carpark management company say the restraint of trade clause in his employment contract was unreasonable and unenforceable.

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