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Waikato mum left anxious, worried about children after intruder held knife to toddler's throat

A 25-year-old man appeared in the Hamilton District Court yesterday charged with aggravated wounding, aggravated burglary and assault using a knife as a weapon.

Waikato mum left anxious, worried about children after intruder held knife to toddler's throat

A 25-year-old man appeared in the Hamilton District Court yesterday charged with aggravated wounding, aggravated burglary and assault using a knife as a weapon.
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The former MP did not speak yesterday, but there could still be more to come, say Jessica Mutch McKay and Corin Dann.

'He's severely wounded' - Bridges, Ross saga could be far from over, 1 NEWS political team says
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Consortium member Michael Sage and lead architect Richard Goldie pitched their idea to Breakfast today.

'Once in a generation opportunity' - consortium pitches Auckland stadium at 'zero cost' to ratepayers
The deputy Prime Minister had no other comments on the issue.

Secret recording exposes National's 'cash for candidacy' policy, Winston Peters says
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The original area was severely damaged in the Kaikoura earthquake in 2016.

Seal colony at Ōhau Point re-opens with new viewing area
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MSD reviews how it investigates benefit fraud after advocates raise concerns over privacy

The Privacy Commissioner and beneficiary advocates have raised concerns about the way investigators gather information.

MSD reviews how it investigates benefit fraud after advocates raise concerns over privacy

The Privacy Commissioner and beneficiary advocates have raised concerns about the way investigators gather information.

Gas canister explosion in Hamilton sends two people to hospital

Chemical spill closes SH1 near Wellington, threatening commuter chaos
Labour Party's Chris Hipkins with Jacinda Ardern, left, and Michael Wood, right.

Education bill passing signals end of 'privatisation and deregulation'
The Auckland landmark lit up in a show of solidarity after 50 people were killed in a Florida nightclub.

Auckland's Sky Tower to be illuminated in rich array of colours this Diwali
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Artist's handmade pet wheelchairs giving disabled animals a second chance

Paraguayan craftswoman Jazmin Alvarez decided to use her penchant for design to save animals from enforced euthanasia.

Artist's handmade pet wheelchairs giving disabled animals a second chance

Paraguayan craftswoman Jazmin Alvarez decided to use her penchant for design to save animals from enforced euthanasia.

US response to missing journalist will await Saudi probe, secretary of state says
Australian police officers.

Queensland man charged with deceptively recruiting and raping a young Englishwoman

Migrants celebrate on a rescue boat from the Spanish NGO Pro activa Open Arms after being spotted and rescued them at Alboran Sea, about 40 miles (64 kms) from the Spanish coasts, on Thursday, Oct. 11 2018. The Open Arms is now based at Motril port in order to start operating in the western Mediterranean area. (AP Photo/Javier Fergo)

EU leaders plan to beef up borders to stop flow of migrants
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There are fears about health and lifestyle fallout.

After Canada legalises cannabis, industry eyes rest of the world
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Silver Ferns captain Laura Langman (R blocks Australia's Liz Watson during the Constellation Cup Netball match between the Silver Ferns vs Australia at TSB arena in Wellington on Thursday the 18th of October 2018. Copyright Photo by Marty Melville / www.Photosport.nz

Australia snare Constellation Cup with 58-47 dissection of Silver Ferns

New Zealand never looked like winning, let alone by the 14-goal margin they needed to snare the silverware.

Australia snare Constellation Cup with 58-47 dissection of Silver Ferns

New Zealand never looked like winning, let alone by the 14-goal margin they needed to snare the silverware.
Liam Squire attempts to disrupt an offload from Kurtley Beale. 3rd Bledisloe Cup rugby test match, Australia v All Blacks, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia. 21 October 2017. Copyright Image: David Neilson / www.photosport.nz

Kurtley Beale wants Wallabies to don indigenous jerseys for Rugby World Cup - 'It represents all of Australia'
Psychologist Sara Chatwin has some tips for Michael Cheika, who was left fuming at the weekend.

Cheika to back retention of assistants in upcoming Rugby Australia meeting about Wallabies' dismal season
West Ham United's Winston Reid receives medical attention during the game against Swansea, during their English Premier League soccer match at the Liberty Stadium in Swansea, England, Saturday March 3, 2018. (Nick Potts/PA via AP)

Winston Reid opens up about rehab journey six months after freak knee injury
GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - JULY 29: Konrad Hurrell of the Titans scores a try during the round 20 NRL match between the Gold Coast Titans and the New Zealand Warriors at Cbus Super Stadium on July 29, 2018 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Konrad Hurrell departing Titans to join Super League club Leeds - 'He could be a real cult hero for them'
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The Canadian singer said he was misquoted in a recent interview with the Daily Mail.

Michael Buble quashes retirement rumours spurred by Daily Mail 'misquote'

"I'll keep going until the news of my death comes out, which will probably be fake too.''

Michael Buble quashes retirement rumours spurred by Daily Mail 'misquote'

"I'll keep going until the news of my death comes out, which will probably be fake too.''
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William Bush is hoping for the heavy metal giants to return to New Zealand’s shores after an eight-year hiatus.

Young metalhead, 12, petitions to bring Metallica to New Zealand
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Caroll Spinney, 84, also played Oscar the Grouch on the iconic children’s programme.

Sesame Street's Big Bird actor to retire after almost 50 years in the role
Clockwise from top left: Ria Hall, Angelique Kidjo, Finn Andrews, Naida Reid, My Bubba.

WOMAD 2019: second lineup announcement and site changes

Anna Burns becomes first Northern Ireland writer to win prestigious Man Booker prize
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MSD reviews how it investigates benefit fraud after advocates raise concerns over privacy

The Privacy Commissioner and beneficiary advocates have raised concerns about the way investigators gather information.

MSD reviews how it investigates benefit fraud after advocates raise concerns over privacy

The Privacy Commissioner and beneficiary advocates have raised concerns about the way investigators gather information.
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Ms Pugh, the MP referred to as ‘f*****g useless’ on the recording by National’s Simon Bridges, asked the deputy Prime Minister to apologise.

Winston Peters' verbal jab at National's Maureen Pugh in Parliament was 'not an offensive comment,' Speaker says

Diverse group of leaders named to advise Government on pumping up the economy
Families are usually off limits for political attacks.

Jami-Lee Ross releases text messages with National Party general manager about donation

Chinese businessman at centre of National Party $100k donation controversy 'disappointed' with situation
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There are fears about health and lifestyle fallout.

After Canada legalises cannabis, industry eyes rest of the world

The New Zealand Government has promised a legalisation referendum by 2020.

After Canada legalises cannabis, industry eyes rest of the world

The New Zealand Government has promised a legalisation referendum by 2020.
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1 NEWS reporter Kate Nicol-Williams looks into whether the newcomers can deliver.

Low cost petrol stations' expansion south to Wellington welcomed by transport industry

Aussie businesses are bracing themselves for the imminent arrival of Amazon, employing various new strategies.

Ebay sues Amazon, saying it tried to poach its sellers

Diverse group of leaders named to advise Government on pumping up the economy
Deer milk from Pāmu Foods

Deer milk wins most novel product at NZ Food Awards
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