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    One of the campsites where Tom Phillips and his children lived in the bush. Photo: NZ Police

    Public warned to not trespass on Phillips' bush hideouts

    Police are warning that anyone entering the remote bush campsites used by fugitive Tom Phillips and his children could face prosecution for trespass.

    Russia drone incursions not a mistake: Poland PM

    Poland Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Photo: Reuters

    Russia drone incursions not a mistake: Poland PM

    Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said today that this week's drone incursions into his country's airspace were not a mistake by Russia.

    Hopes King, royals can dazzle Trump

    King Charles III. Photo: Reuters

    Hopes King, royals can dazzle Trump

    The British royals will display their unrivalled soft power when Donald Trump visits Britain next week, seeking to mollify the US President as few others can.

    Bali floods death toll at 16, two still missing

    People carrying their belongings wade through a flooded street following overnight heavy rains in...

    Bali floods death toll at 16, two still missing

    Two people were still missing on Indonesia's resort island of Bali, officials said today.

    Health worker lost licence after sharing child abuse images

    Health worker lost licence after sharing child abuse images

    A female health practitioner shared images of children being abused online and discussed her desire to have her own child so the child could then also be abused.

    High winds force change of route for protest

    The cyclist was proving to be a nuisance as cars honked their horns as they tried to get past....

    High winds force change of route for protest

    Pro-Palestine protesters say they are abandoning their march across the Auckland Harbour Bridge tomorrow due to high winds, and have instead organised an alternative route.

    Mother of Phillips children in court on day of search

    Catherine Christey, mother of Jayda, Maverick and Ember Phillips, is facing a charge for drink...

    Mother of Phillips children in court on day of search

    The mother of the missing Marokopa children was in court on a driving charge just hours after her former husband Tom Phillips was shot dead, and while police were searching for the remaining children.

    Governor-General has term extended

    Dame Cindy Kiro. Photo: Government House

    Governor-General has term extended

    The Governor-General's term is being extended, because her original end date may clash with next year's election.

    Global Insight: Time for action over 'desperate' Gaza situation

    Palestinians walk amid rubble after an Israeli strike hit an evacuated residential building at...

    Global Insight: Time for action over 'desperate' Gaza situation

    This weekend’s march should signal to the New Zealand government it is time for concrete steps putting pressure on Israel, Prof Robert Patman says.

    Man died in bathroom at Christchurch bar

    Photo: Google

    Man died in bathroom at Christchurch bar

    A man has been found dead at a Christchurch bar about two hours after he had asked to use the bathroom.

    Many unanswered questions in Phillips shooting aftermath

    Photo: RNZ

    Many unanswered questions in Phillips shooting aftermath

    Tom Phillips is dead after a police shooting, and his three children have been found alive. The immediate danger is over. The questions are not.

    Airline steps in to take over regional route

    Photo: Supplied

    Regional airline takes over South Island route

    Originair has announced it will start flying from Blenheim to Christchurch seven days a week from October 19.

    Watch: Polytech graduates brave cold for spring ceremony

    Watch: Polytech graduates brave cold for spring ceremony

    Nobody told the weather it was a spring graduation.

    Intoxicated Dunedin courier driver nabbed at police checkpoint

    Photo: Getty Images

    Intoxicated Dunedin courier driver nabbed at police checkpoint

    A Dunedin courier driver was busted for drink-driving mid-route after being stopped at an impairment checkpoint.

    Shot police officer 'innocent person doing their job': Tom Phillips' family

    Police at the scene where Tom Phillips was fatally shot after he fired at police. Photo:...

    Shot police officer 'innocent person doing their job': Tom Phillips' family

    The family of Tom Phillips are "absolutely gutted" the Marokopa man shot a police officer and hope the officer is able to make a full recovery, a spokesperson says.

    'Grave concerns' for missing woman

    Te Anihana Pomana. Photo: Supplied / Police

    'Grave concerns' for missing woman

    Police hold grave concerns for missing woman Te Anihana Pomana, whose Dunedin mother has gone public with appeals for help, after no confirmed sightings for three weeks.

    Gale force winds, snow on the way for South

    Image: MetService

    Gale force winds, snow on the way for South

    A cold and windy weekend could be on the way for parts of the South, as snow, gale force winds and possibly tornadoes are forecast to hit tomorrow.

    CCTV prompts boozed teen driver to change story

    Photo: Google Maps

    CCTV prompts boozed teen driver to change story

    A boozed teenage driver attempting to bamboozle police gave up his ruse after being told CCTV footage had caught him racing up and down a quiet Dunedin cul-de-sac.

    'Threat of harm' closes South Island high school

    Timaru Boys’ High School was closed on friday. PHOTO: CONNOR HALEY

    'Threat of harm' closes South Island high school

    Timaru Boys’ High School has been closed for the day following an "anonymous" email threat.

    Country’s only trapdoor hydroslide tested in Christchurch

    Photo: Crown Infrastructure Delivery

    Country’s only trapdoor hydroslide tested in Christchurch

    The first test ride of the 'Looping Rocket' hydroslide has taken place at Christchurch’s new Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre.
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