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    Fugitive cop-killer's body formally identified

    Dezi Freeman. File photo

    Fugitive cop-killer's body formally identified

    Double police-killer Dezi Freeman has been officially confirmed as the man killed in a hail of bullets outside a shipping container in a rural hideout.

    BSA decision 'bordering on fascist': Peters

    New Zealand First leader Winston Peters. Photo: RNZ

    BSA decision 'bordering on fascist': Peters

    Winston Peters says the Broadcasting Standards Authority is "bordering on fascist" after it concluded it has jurisdiction over online media service The Platform.

    Fears new subdivision could 'fragment' township

    Fears new subdivision could 'fragment' township

    The public may not get a say on whether a large 700-800 home subdivision on 126ha of farmland in Canterbury goes ahead.

    Ex-cop's life spiralled into violence

    Former constable Samuel Sweetman graduated from the Royal New Zealand Police College in 2014....

    Ex-cop's life spiralled into violence

    The court was told how the former NZ police constable confronted an ex-colleague, and asked him "what the f*** are you smiling at?" before punching him multiple times in the face.

    Kiwis not getting their five-plus a day: vege boss

    Process Vegetables New Zealand chair David Hadfield said there has been a significant drop in the...

    Kiwis not getting their five-plus a day: vege boss

    At a time when both Wattie's and McCain have announced factory closures, supermarket retailer Woolworths says sales of frozen vegetables have been declining.

    Son spends food budget on video game 'gems'

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    Six-year-old spends Dad's food budget on video game 'gems'

    A six-year-old who spent $800 buying "gems" for his video games left his father without enough money to pay for food.

    Australia mulls fuel support for diesel-dependent Pacific

    Samoa. Photo: ODT

    Australia mulls fuel support for diesel-dependent Pacific

    Australia is considering aid options to ensure Pacific nations have access to fuel.

    Stocks slightly down in latest fuel update

    In New Zealand petrol prices are already climbing rapidly, with forecasts that they could push...

    Stocks slightly down in latest fuel update

    There is a slight decrease in national fuel stock across petrol, diesel and jet fuel since the last update, but "supply remains within normal levels".

    Iran war could end in two to three weeks

    US President Donald Trump. Photo: Reuters 

    US could end Iran war in two to three weeks: Trump

    President Donald Trump said the US could end its military attacks on Iran within two to three weeks and that Tehran did not have to make a deal as a prerequisite.

    'Justice served': Life sentence for brutal Gurjit Singh murder

    'Justice served': Life sentence for brutal Gurjit Singh murder

    A Dunedin man who viciously stabbed his ex-employee to death - attempting to decapitate the victim - will be locked up for at least 17 and a-half years.

    Easter alcohol sale restrictions could be gone by weekend

    The government says the bill aims to reduce red tape, make it easier for businesses to obtain...

    Easter alcohol sale restrictions could be gone by weekend

    Some restrictions on Good Friday and Easter Sunday alcohol sales could be gone as soon as this long weekend.

    Teen accused of stealing Caversham cars

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    Teen accused of stealing Caversham cars

    A teenager has been arrested after three cars were allegedly stolen from a Dunedin suburb.

    Couch fire in Castle St investigated

    The remains of the couch in Castle St today. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

    Couch fire in Castle St investigated

    Police are making inquiries after a couch was set alight in Dunedin’s student quarter overnight.

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    Fuel prices putting flight schools in tough position

    Mainland Air’s Vijay Yalavarthi grapples with the high cost of fuel yesterday. PHOTO: GREGOR...

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    Fuel prices putting flight schools in tough position

    Flight schools are operating ‘‘day-by-day’’ with an anxious eye on runaway fuel prices adding thousands to their operating costs.

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    Reducing services floated, CEO says

     Sandy Graham

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    Reducing services floated, CEO says

    The Dunedin City Council has flagged service cuts may be in the pipeline if fuel costs and supply concerns continue to rise.

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    Easter weather a mixed bag

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    Easter weather a mixed bag

    Great weather on Good Friday will get Easter weekend off to a grand start.

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    Cuts leave elderly to ‘struggle’

    Elaine Shallish, of Dunedin, prepares to vacuum her house after her home help hours were cut over...

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    Cuts leave elderly to ‘struggle’

    A Dunedin 91-year-old is appalled home care visits have been cut due to rising fuel costs and says clients and workers have been left in the lurch.

    Albatross colony may be relocated after mineral find

    An albatross flies over Tunnel Beach. IMAGE: SUPPLIED

    Albatross colony may be relocated after mineral find

    APRIL FOOL! Dunedin's world-renowned albatross colony could be relocated after the discovery under Taiaroa Head of a mineral from which several rare earth elements are derived.

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    Former census boss hits out

    Len Cook

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    Former census boss hits out

    Former government statistician Len Cook is hitting out at the proposed new census, saying the country is is in the midst of a ‘‘population storm’’ and reliable data is desperately needed.

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    Creativity of pupils on display

    Kaikorai Primary School year 6 pupil Flynn Jones, 10, shows off his and fellow classmates’ self...

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    Creativity of pupils on display

    What do a pineapple, a crocodile and Hannah Whittaker’s father have in common?
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