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NZ modern slavery victims estimated at 8000: report

An anti-trafficking expert says the idea that only 31 people are trafficked each year in New Zealand is very unlikely, given that an estimate puts modern slavery here at 8000 victims.

NZ international sportsman fined, disqualified for drink driving

An international Kiwi sportsman was caught drink-driving after he strayed from his usual course of paying for a ride after a night’s drinking.

Protest urges Israeli sanctions, Palestinian statehood

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau (left), Greater Wellington Regional Councillor Yadana Saw (middle),...

Protest urges Israeli sanctions, Palestinian statehood

About 1000 people have marched from Wellington's Pukeahu War Memorial Park in the pouring rain, calling for the government to sanction Israel and recognise Palestinian statehood.

Paid parking trial on way for tourist hotspots

A packed Franz Josef Glacier car park in 2017. Photo: Department of Conservation

Paid parking trial to start soon at South Island tourist spots

The Department of Conservation expects to make $1 million from a paid car parking trial at two South Island tourist hotspots this summer.

Govt lowers free screening age for bowel cancer

Govt lowers free screening age for bowel cancer

The age for free bowel screening will drop for people in Auckland, Northland, and the South Island from Monday.

Man cleared of link to accused cop killer as search ramps up

A man has been cleared of links to the hunt for Aussie fugitive Dezi Freeman as authorities ramp up the search for the accused police killer.

Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to jail

A courtroom sketch shows Sean 'Diddy' Combs listening as Judge Arun Subramanian pronounces the...

Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to jail

Rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs has been sentenced to more than four years in prison over his conviction on prostitution-related charges.

Hamas agrees to release hostages but seeks changes to peace plan

The 20-point peace plan is the latest attempt to end the conflict in Gaza. Photo: Reuters

Hamas agrees to release hostages but seeks changes to peace plan

Hamas said it would agree to some aspects of Donald Trump's plan to end the Gaza war, including releasing hostages, but that it would seek negotiations over many of its other terms.

Homicide probe after man found dead in North Dunedin

A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in North Dunedin yesterday.

Spate of crashes as heavy rain drenches much of South

Several vehicle crashes have been reported on state highways in the South this morning, where MetService is warning of heavy rain for much of the region.

Sacred performance

Sacred performance

A Hindu devotee dressed as the goddess Kali performs a ritual during the Kulasai Dasara festival in Kulasekharapatnam, Tamil Nadu, India, yesterday.

Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll

Coin, statue, holiday memorials of Kirk not supported by public: poll

Following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, politicians across the US have advanced efforts to permanently memorialise him, including through coins, statues and official...

Fiery clashes

Police officers run away from flames as demonstrators clash with authorities during a march yesterday to mark the 57th anniversary of the 1968 Tlatelolco Square massacre

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Peters in firing line at port speech

Protesters gather outside the gates of Port Otago after spotting Minister of Rail and Minister of...

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Peters in firing line at port speech

A minister's speech about the upcoming inland port was derailed after protesters showed up in droves and made a ruckus outside Port Otago.

Hospital ED 'not a hellhole'

Hospital ED 'not a hellhole'

The Dunedin Hospital emergency department is not a hellhole, but its needs are complex and a victim of many forces, the former head of the department says.

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New rail pad gets rail back on track: Peters

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New rail pad gets rail back on track: Peters

The timing was not ideal, but completion of a key construction project at Port Chalmers could be vital for the region’s growth and it came in $1 million under budget.

‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity

Alice Sinclair celebrates her 90th birthday with a host of family and friends at the Dunedin...

‘Just keep moving’ — the secret to Alice’s longevity

A 90-year-old Mosgiel woman had the time of her life — literally — as dozens made the flight from Perth to celebrate her birthday with a grand tour of her past.

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Abuser being returned to Fiji

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Abuser being returned to Fiji

A man who sexually abused a boy and tried to buy his silence will be returned to Fiji after the Parole Board said there was ‘‘little point’’ in him remaining locked up.

Unexplained death in Great King St

Unexplained death in Great King St

Residents in Central Dunedin may see an increased police presence today after a person died in unknown circumstances in Great King St, North Dunedin.

Stolen bike ride ends badly

Stolen bike ride ends badly

A Dunedin man’s night-time ride on a stolen motorbike ended with a visit to the hospital after he crashed and broke his leg.

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