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In 2013, 3 million roadside tests were conducted. Last year saw less than half that number.

1 NEWS exclusive: Roadside breath tests drop by 350,000 in 2018, AA 'very concerned'

Testing has fallen by 20 per cent since 2017.

1 NEWS exclusive: Roadside breath tests drop by 350,000 in 2018, AA 'very concerned'

Testing has fallen by 20 per cent since 2017.

04:41
Officials are warning motorists to avoid all non-essential travel in the area.

Astonishing footage captures bridge collapse in Franz Josef as wild weather batters West Coast
00:50
The automated robot can pick one apple per second off specially grown trees.

Robotic apple picker takes over Hawke's Bay fruit harvest in world first
02:24
Usually the festival is held in Cuba Mall but in the wake of the terrorist attack it will be taken indoors.

Wellington's Cuba Dupa Festival moving indoors after Christchurch terrorist attack
01:52
It comes as Australia’s PM has warned social media giants to take swifter action on violent videos.

'Egg Boy' defends egging anti-Muslim Australian senator for Christchurch attack comments
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Corrections bosses have put into place an emergency plan that will see women sleep overnight at the courthouse.

Department of Corrections apologises for intrusive, internal searches of female prisoners

So far, 15 women have each been paid $25,000 in compensation by the Department of Corrections.

Department of Corrections apologises for intrusive, internal searches of female prisoners

So far, 15 women have each been paid $25,000 in compensation by the Department of Corrections.
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New Zealand's climate change policy too reliant on tree planting - report

Simon Bridges' deputy chief of staff charged with assault
The union has rejected three government offers in the last nine months.

Teachers call off nationwide strike in wake of Christchurch terrorist attack
People gather outside Al Noor Mosque in Christchurch.

ACC receives 94 injury claims from Christchurch mosques terrorist attack, 23 for mental injury
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 25: Thousands of locals and international visitors to Australia gather on Bondi Beach on December 25, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. December is one of the hottest months of the year across Australia, with Christmas Day traditionally involving a trip to the beach and celebrations outdoors. (Photo by James D. Morgan/Getty Images)

Woman finds hidden camera in deodorant stick at Bondi Beach hostel in Australia

The woman had just finished showering when she spotted the camera and a toiletry bag on the sink.

Woman finds hidden camera in deodorant stick at Bondi Beach hostel in Australia

The woman had just finished showering when she spotted the camera and a toiletry bag on the sink.
01:57
The prison service says it’s the first time rats have been used to smuggle goods into those behind bars.

Dead rats used to smuggle drugs, phones into UK prison
British Prime Minister Theresa May speaks during a media conference at an EU summit in Brussels, Friday, March 22, 2019. Worn down by three years of indecision in London, EU leaders on Thursday were grudgingly leaning toward giving the U.K. more time to ease itself out of the bloc. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

UK lawmakers seize Brexit agenda from Theresa May in bid to break deadlock

Man bitten by shark in Queensland's Whitsundays recovering in hospital
British Airways planes (File picture).

British Airways plane headed to Germany lands in Scotland by mistake confusing passengers
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Conor McGregor celebrates

Conor McGregor announces retirement from MMA

McGregor is a former featherweight and lightweight UFC champion, and most recently fought Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Conor McGregor announces retirement from MMA

McGregor is a former featherweight and lightweight UFC champion, and most recently fought Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Greg Inglis. Vodafone Warriors v South Sydney Rabbitohs, NRL Rugby League round 12, Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland. 26 May 2018. Copyright Image: Renee McKay / www.photosport.nz

Rabbitohs star Greg Inglis in doubt to face Gold Coast Titans
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The former St Kents 1st XV captain said the school was unfairly targeted by opposing Auckland schools.

Blues star Dalton Papali'i says 1st XV schools recruitment drama 'a load of crap'
Dejected St Kents player Robert Rush and team mates. St Kentigern College v St Peters. First XV schools semi-final rugby union. Auckland, New Zealand. Saturday 11 August 2018. © Andrew Cornaga / www.Photosport.co.nz

St Kents reach agreement with rival Auckland schools after recruitment drama
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Buttler's Rajasthan Royals side went onto lose by 14 runs to Kings XI Punjab in Jaipur.

English batsman Jos Buttler left fuming after controversial IPL run out by Ravi Ashwin
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The British Pop star will play packed shows at Forsyth Barr stadium over the weekend.

Ed Sheeran cried every day at primary school due to bullying over his looks

"I'm ginger so I was instantly ripped into from the day I started school," the singer says.

Ed Sheeran cried every day at primary school due to bullying over his looks

"I'm ginger so I was instantly ripped into from the day I started school," the singer says.

The Wiggles announce seven-city NZ tour

Diana Ross defends 'magnificent' Michael Jackson in wake of Leaving Neverland sex abuse allegations

R. Kelly's trip to Dubai in limbo as contracts reworked due to sexual abuse case
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Neill is a Cantabrian and was living in Australia when the infamous Port Arthur massacre took place.

'I'm so, so sorry' - Beloved Kiwi actor Sam Neill speaks about the Christchurch terror attack
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New Zealand's climate change policy too reliant on tree planting - report

The Environment Commissioner called it a "risky" short term fix.

New Zealand's climate change policy too reliant on tree planting - report

The Environment Commissioner called it a "risky" short term fix.

Simon Bridges' deputy chief of staff charged with assault
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‘The liberal party did that years ago’ - Liberal Party Federal Vice-President Teena McQueen told Australia’s Q&A.

Australian politician accuses Jacinda Ardern of 'copying' John Howard's gun laws
02:52
Dr Chris Jackson said New Zealand is not world class in its cancer treatment and drugs.

Cancer Society critical of Pharmac saying they 'lack accountability, lack transparency, are slow'
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Palmerston North mother fighting time and Government for breast cancer drug
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Man behind NZ's largest ponzi scheme denied parole, will stay in prison at least another year

David Ross' ponzi scheme collapsed, leaving investors more than $100 million out of pocket.

Man behind NZ's largest ponzi scheme denied parole, will stay in prison at least another year

David Ross' ponzi scheme collapsed, leaving investors more than $100 million out of pocket.

01:44
Apple has unveiled its latest range of products.

Tech giant Apple launches a credit card

Dame Jenny Shipley to appeal High Court order to pay $6 million over Mainzeal collapse
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One Whakatane resident was dumbfounded when her wicker started disintegrating after 18 months.

Fair Go: When outdoor furniture can’t live outdoors

Long-awaited video service expected from Apple tomorrow
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