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00:44
Shanelle Whitaker lives nearby the scene of this morning's tragedy.

Witness describes sickening 'crunch' as train crashed into car, killing two in Bay of Plenty

Shanelle Whitaker, who lives nearby, was opening her curtains this morning when the tragedy unfolded.

Witness describes sickening 'crunch' as train crashed into car, killing two in Bay of Plenty

Shanelle Whitaker, who lives nearby, was opening her curtains this morning when the tragedy unfolded.
01:17
Jacinda Ardern brought her baking to a homeless charity in Wellington.

Jacinda Ardern joins 'Good Bitches' charity at Wellington shelter to deliver homemade cupcakes
Cowboys star forward Jason Taumalolo poses for a photo with Cowboys teammate John Asiata.

'His mum and dad took me in' - John Asiata on close bond with Tongan star Jason Taumalolo

00:55
Minister of Children, Tracey Martin, made the announcement today after the incident last month.

Ombudsman launches 'wide-ranging and independent' investigation into baby uplifts by Oranga Tamariki
Mr Seymour, author of the End of Life Choice Bill, debated the pros and cons with Dr Peter Thirkell of the Care Alliance, which opposes euthanasia.

Euthanasia laws come into effect in Australian state of Victoria
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Stats NZ, phone companies to track people's movements

Stats NZ is partnering with cellphone companies to launch a new way of tracking people's movements every hour.

Stats NZ, phone companies to track people's movements

Stats NZ is partnering with cellphone companies to launch a new way of tracking people's movements every hour.

Fisherman discovers body of West Coast jet boater who had been missing over a month

Police take down fleeing trio after flare thrown at pursuing officers in Auckland

Police seek help finding man who went missing in Waikato mountain area
01:03
Sixty-two per cent of people changed their minds about taking drugs when testing showed the substance wasn’t what they thought it was.

More drug users unwilling to take unknown substances
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00:30
It’s been called one of the largest drug busts in US history.

Police discover massive haul of cocaine worth $1.5b - one of the biggest drug busts in US history

The 16.5-tonne cache was found inside a large ship in Philadelphia.

Police discover massive haul of cocaine worth $1.5b - one of the biggest drug busts in US history

The 16.5-tonne cache was found inside a large ship in Philadelphia.

Actor John Cusack apologises for tweeting anti-Semitic cartoon
00:52
The US President has officially kicked off his bid for a second term, in Orlando.

Donald Trump takes potshots at media as he launches official 2020 presidential election campaign

00:28
Ten people were injured in the incident aboard the ALK Airlines flight including an attendant who was thrown into the ceiling.

Dramatic footage shows flight attendant slammed into ceiling, passengers praying during extreme turbulence
00:30
Two other girls were let out of the car before it plunged into the Kalamazoo River, but three bodies were found at the scene.

Twin nine-year-old girls die after mother deliberately drives into Michigan river
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00:36
The leg-spinner appears certain to face South Africa in Birmingham tonight.

Ish Sodhi congratulated by Black Caps teammates ahead of World Cup debut

The leg-spinner appears certain to face South Africa in Birmingham tonight.

Ish Sodhi congratulated by Black Caps teammates ahead of World Cup debut

The leg-spinner appears certain to face South Africa in Birmingham tonight.
00:44
The hooker returns for Friday's quarter-final against the Highlanders after a month off.

Crusaders' Codie Taylor says fractured index finger wasn't all bad - 'Gets me out of dishes and nappies'
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 18: Crusaders huddle as the TMO checks a possible forward pass during the Super Rugby match between DHL Stormers and Crusaders at DHL Newlands Stadium on May 18, 2019 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Shaun Roy/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

Crusaders name 13 All Blacks in full-strength starting XV for playoff with Highlanders
David "Buttabean" Letele (clean shaven)V Manu Vatuvei(beard) during the Duco Events/Flooring Xtra Parker vs Flores, Heavyweight Boxing contest, Horncastle Arena, Christchurch, New Zealand, 15th December, 2018. Copyright photo: John Davidson / www.photosport.nz

'No symptoms, no nothing' - Manu Vatuvei's boxing career ended by brain cyst
02:17
The Cowboys utility said he was grateful that his Samoan father gave him the nod to represent his mum's Tongan heritage.

Former Toa Samoa player John Asiata had to get dad's permission to play for Mate Ma'a Tonga
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Stats NZ, phone companies to track people's movements

Stats NZ is partnering with cellphone companies to launch a new way of tracking people's movements every hour.

Stats NZ, phone companies to track people's movements

Stats NZ is partnering with cellphone companies to launch a new way of tracking people's movements every hour.
01:46

'This is not the Trump hearing' – Pharmac deny accusations by National MP of tampering with Northland vaccine order

Actor John Cusack apologises for tweeting anti-Semitic cartoon
02:31
The National Party leader shared his health system concerns on TVNZ1’s Breakfast.

Bridges says a friend's considering health treatment overseas and that shows a 'failing' Government

02:01
National’s leader analysed his MP’s appearance on TVNZ1’s Q&A on Monday night.

Simon Bridges says Judith Collins' analysis of his leadership is 'right and fine' after MP refused to rate his performance
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Whanganui lending company to return $400,000 to borrowers for failing to meet legal obligations

A settlement was agreed upon with the Commerce Commission.

Whanganui lending company to return $400,000 to borrowers for failing to meet legal obligations

A settlement was agreed upon with the Commerce Commission.
04:28
Martin Cocker explains what money muling is and what to watch out for.

Don't be duped into being a 'money muler' by scammers, Netsafe warns
02:37
There are concerns over how people’s data and money will be protected.

Facebook plans its own currency, Libra, for 2 billion-plus users

Spark Foundation looking to sell Givealittle
00:57
First Union general secretary Dennis Maga says staff are upset, following the revelations about Mr Hisco’s personal expenses.

ANZ union workers slam CEO David Hisco's 'outrageous' exit following chauffered cars controversy
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00:28
The Kiwi singing trio are appearing in an All Stars series of The Voice Australia.

Delta Goodrem in tears as The Koi Boys perform Let it Be tribute to Christchurch terrorist attack victims on The Voice

The Kiwi singing trio are appearing in an All Stars series of The Voice Australia.

Delta Goodrem in tears as The Koi Boys perform Let it Be tribute to Christchurch terrorist attack victims on The Voice

The Kiwi singing trio are appearing in an All Stars series of The Voice Australia.
on Saturday, June 15, 2019, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and other stars promote positivity at MTV awards

Taylor Swift and Katy Perry come together in music video as feud ends

Megadeth lead singer and guitarist Dave Mustaine diagnosed with throat cancer
03:01
The service also features international celebs like Snoop Dogg and Caitlyn Jenner.

Kiwi celebrities offer personalised online 'shout outs' - for a price
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06:03

Government investigates royalty on bottled water

Before the election, Labour planned a levy for commercial water use, but it did not survive coalition talks.

Government investigates royalty on bottled water

Before the election, Labour planned a levy for commercial water use, but it did not survive coalition talks.
The capital kicked off a series of strikes across the nation today.

Students who organised school climate action planning nationwide general strike
06:03

Water bottling consents rise despite Government's pre-election promise to reduce exports

Wellington harbour fat and sewage contamination prompts warning
01:34
Nine thousand bookings for next summer have been made in the first week of availability.

Department of Conservation huts selling out like in-demand concert tickets
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