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Government announces legislation aimed at helping farmers in financial distress

Farm debt has risen 270 per cent compared to 20 years ago and now sits at $62.8 billion

Government announces legislation aimed at helping farmers in financial distress

Farm debt has risen 270 per cent compared to 20 years ago and now sits at $62.8 billion
The bodies of both pilots have been removed from the scene of the crash site near Masterton.

Bodies of both pilots who died in mid-air crash removed from mangled wreckage near Masterton
nurse rest home car elderly hospital

Auckland retirement village failed resident who died after fall - report

One person dead, State Highway 29 closed after Bay of Plenty crash
Researchers believe babies don’t experience the stress of labour during c-sections, and aren’t exposed to their mother’s bacteria.

Parents in dispute with Oranga Tamariki get support group
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The Invercargill mayor is supporting fellow Southlander Blair Vining’s campaign for a national cancer plan.

Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt 'gets his kit off' for good cause

"I thought the video's is a bit cheeky, not indecent, but it's flirtatious."

Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt 'gets his kit off' for good cause

"I thought the video's is a bit cheeky, not indecent, but it's flirtatious."
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Ten fire engines attended a blaze at the commercial building in Auckland’s East Tamaki.

Ten fire engines attending blaze in commercial building in Auckland's East Tamaki

Hikurangi Forest Farms pleads guilty over debris damage in Tolaga Bay flooding
"New residential land under development in Auckland, New Zealand. Shortages of housing in the city means new subdivisions are quickly filled. Shortage of housing is also leading to high house prices. This is Kensington Park north of Auckland. Modern infill compact housing."

Auckland Mayor wants urgent changes to the Building Act
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Judge Andrew Becroft’s office has conducted a review into the Government agency.

Children's Commissioner calls on Kiwis to work together to stop children being sent into state care

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The shooting occurred today shortly before 10:30pm (local time) near South 70th Street and Reed Bird Place, Philadelphia.

One person killed, seven others injured in graduation shooting in Philadelphia

Four teenagers and four adults were shot in the incident, authorities say.

One person killed, seven others injured in graduation shooting in Philadelphia

Four teenagers and four adults were shot in the incident, authorities say.

OJ Simpson joins Twitter and vows to 'set record straight'
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Backpacker shares rape threat story as Australia looks to make Outback working holidays safer
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One other person died while one miner was rescued alive.

Onlookers stand silently as body retrieved from scene of deadly accident at Chile mine

Screaming, agitated man forces Turkish Airlines flight to turn back to Istanbul
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The Bulgarian fighter is ranked number one in the IBF heavyweight division.

IBF contender Kubrat Pulev crosses paths with Joseph Parker, talks up his skills

The Bulgarian fighter is ranked number one in the IBF heavyweight division.

IBF contender Kubrat Pulev crosses paths with Joseph Parker, talks up his skills

The Bulgarian fighter is ranked number one in the IBF heavyweight division.
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Following his second round TKO win in Las Vegas, Fury congratulated Tom Schwarz in the dressing room after their heavyweight fight.

Minutes after TKO, Tyson Fury invites defeated German rival to train with him in England
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It appears Savea will most likely return to the loose forwards this weekend for his side's play-off match against the Bulls.

Hurricanes forward hails part-time wing Ardie Savea - 'He's pretty quick'
Gary Woodland hits from the rough on the 11th hole during the final round of the US Open Championship golf tournament Sunday, June 16, 2019, in Pebble Beach, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

US golfer Gary Woodland takes out US Open title
Tonga's Michael Jennings dives over to score a try. Tonga v Samoa, Rugby League World Cup, FMG Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand. Saturday, 4 November, 2017. Copyright photo: John Cowpland / www.photosport.nz

Injury rules Tonga's Michael Jennings out of Kiwis Test
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The Invercargill mayor is supporting fellow Southlander Blair Vining’s campaign for a national cancer plan.

Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt 'gets his kit off' for good cause

"I thought the video's is a bit cheeky, not indecent, but it's flirtatious."

Invercargill Mayor Tim Shadbolt 'gets his kit off' for good cause

"I thought the video's is a bit cheeky, not indecent, but it's flirtatious."
"New residential land under development in Auckland, New Zealand. Shortages of housing in the city means new subdivisions are quickly filled. Shortage of housing is also leading to high house prices. This is Kensington Park north of Auckland. Modern infill compact housing."

Auckland Mayor wants urgent changes to the Building Act
Gang members make up almost 40 percent of New Zealand's prison population.

Mental health, addiction services for offenders get $128 million funding boost
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National’s education spokesperson says there should be parity across all deciles, including 8 to 10.

Canning voluntary school donations for only decile 1 to 7 schools is 'inequitable' – National's Nikki Kaye
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Minister of Children, Tracey Martin, made the announcement today after the incident last month.

Inquiry announced into handling of attempted uplift of a baby in Hawke's Bay last month by Oranga Tamariki

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David Hisco is leaving ANZ after an internal review of his expenses caused concern.

ANZ chief steps down amid concerns over use of chauffeured cars, to forfeit right to $6.4 million in equity

David Hisco is leaving NZ's largest bank under a cloud.

ANZ chief steps down amid concerns over use of chauffeured cars, to forfeit right to $6.4 million in equity

David Hisco is leaving NZ's largest bank under a cloud.

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EcoStock’s Andrew Fisher discussed what Kiwis should do to reduce food waste on TVNZ1’s Breakfast.

Food waste recycler calls on Government, big business to commit to reducing food waste
Pope Francis, flanked by Master of Ceremonies Bishop Guido Marini, waves to faithful during the Urbi et Orbi (Latin for ' to the city and to the world' ) Christmas' day blessing from the main balcony of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, Monday, Dec. 25, 2017. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

Major oil companies commit to 'economically meaningful' carbon pricing at Vatican
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As its first ever NZ Expo kicks off, the company is opening more doors to Kiwi businesses.

Kiwi businesses gather to show off wares at first Alibaba expo in Auckland
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New Zealanders throw away 160,000 tonnes of food each year.

How to save money and be less wasteful with your food
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'Third one in the oven' - Lorde hints at new album

The Grammy award winner posted to Instagram to mark the second anniversary of her album Melodrama.

'Third one in the oven' - Lorde hints at new album

The Grammy award winner posted to Instagram to mark the second anniversary of her album Melodrama.

'Gosh!' - cult comedy Napoleon Dynamite turns 15
FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2016 file photo, Spain's singer Julio Iglesias smiles during his star unveiling ceremony at the Walk of Fame in San Juan, Puerto Rico. At 75 and after a five-decade-long career, Julio Iglesias keeps performing internationally, driven by his passion and, above all, a relentless discipline. It’s something the Spanish crooner says he had to learn early on, after a nearly fatal car accident frustrated his plans to play professional soccer. (AP Photo/Carlos Giusti, File)

Julio Iglesias reflects on a life that 'has been a miracle'

Jennifer Aniston reveals crush on Steve Carrell
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Sinha is currently in New Zealand as the quiz show continues to be popular here.

UK comedian and The Chase star Paul Sinha diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
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Hikurangi Forest Farms pleads guilty over debris damage in Tolaga Bay flooding

It originally entered a not guilty plea back in March.

Hikurangi Forest Farms pleads guilty over debris damage in Tolaga Bay flooding

It originally entered a not guilty plea back in March.
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EcoStock’s Andrew Fisher discussed what Kiwis should do to reduce food waste on TVNZ1’s Breakfast.

Food waste recycler calls on Government, big business to commit to reducing food waste
Deer (file picture).

Deer repellent to be used in 1080 drops to protect rare herd in Kahurangi National Park
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres met with Climate Change Minister James Shaw.

Greenhouse gas emissions: Climate scientist warns of dangers ahead
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It has added to the stress of an ongoing water storage crisis which the Government is trying to solve.

Water storage crisis continues for Central Hawke's Bay farmers as Govt promises $17m for solutions
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