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Cat Stevens, Hollie Smith among big names confirmed to play national remembrance service for Christchurch attacks

The event on Friday morning will be broadcast and streamed live by TVNZ.

Cat Stevens, Hollie Smith among big names confirmed to play national remembrance service for Christchurch attacks

The event on Friday morning will be broadcast and streamed live by TVNZ.
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Expressions of interest in migrating to NZ spike following Christchurch mosques attack

Aerial photos reveal devastation left behind from West Coast deluge
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"They've seen the images of New Zealanders standing outside mosque gates, leaving flowers, singing songs,” Jacinda Ardern said.

Leaders of Muslim countries 'overwhelmed' by NZ's response to terrorist attack, PM says
Hamish Bruce says a lot more can be done to keep guns out of dangerous hands.

Police probe fake online submissions for handing in guns
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Reserve Bank flags economic concerns, next rate move more likely a cut

RBNZ governor Adrian Orr this afternoon announced the rate will stay at a record low 1.75 per cent.

Reserve Bank flags economic concerns, next rate move more likely a cut

RBNZ governor Adrian Orr this afternoon announced the rate will stay at a record low 1.75 per cent.

Person fatally struck by train in Auckland

Mercury to spend $256 million on new wind farm
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Wild weather has been battering the West Coast.

NZTA says washed away Westland bridge will be rebuilt within 10 days
St John ambulance.

Man dies after falling from Wellington building
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The super snow moon is seen from Auckland.

US vice president calls for landing US astronauts on moon within five years

Mike Pence said NASA needs to achieve that goal "by any means necessary."

US vice president calls for landing US astronauts on moon within five years

Mike Pence said NASA needs to achieve that goal "by any means necessary."
A Boeing Max 8 airliner.

Southwest Airlines 737 Max 8 makes emergency landing in Florida
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The man’s foot slipped through the small gap, trapping his leg.

Quick-thinking passengers help save man trapped between train and the platform at Perth station
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The Prince of Wales and his wife Camilla are on an official trip to Cuba.

Prince Charles, Camilla arrive at Havana event in classic British car

Melbourne man wins almost $50 million after accidentally buying two Oz Lotto tickets with same numbers
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The Burnley striker talks to Victor Waters as we round up the big issues in football during the international break, and take a look at Andrew Durante’s 300-game career with the Phoenix.

TVNZ FC: Kiwi Premier League star Chris Wood frustrated at lack of All Whites matches

This international football break means New Zealand have gone nearly 300 days without a game, their longest drought in 11 years.

TVNZ FC: Kiwi Premier League star Chris Wood frustrated at lack of All Whites matches

This international football break means New Zealand have gone nearly 300 days without a game, their longest drought in 11 years.
Rugby League - New Zealand Rugby League Training - Wigan Warriors Training Centre, Orrell, England - Brandon Smith. Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix / www.photosport.nz

Kiwis rookie Brandon Smith happy with role in Melbourne Storm side
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Stephen Kearny says his side will do their best to rectify their mistakes as they prepare for the Sea Eagles in Christchurch on Saturday.

Warriors coach 'disappointed' with Tigers loss, refocused and ready for Manly
England players look dejected after their loss to Scotland during the Six Nations rugby union international between England and Scotland at Twickenham stadium in London, Saturday, March 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland)

England rugby boss has big concerns over proposed global league, says relegation will be 'catastrophic'
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Watson scored 44 runs off 26 balls as his side comfortably beat Delhi Capitals by six wickets.

Shane Watson belts two huge sixes, stars in Chennai Super Kings IPL win over Delhi
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Luckily for New Zealand fans, the star had already visited these shores.

Justin Bieber will return to music when he has 'repaired some of the deep rooted issues' in his life

"Music is very important to me but nothing comes before my family and my health."

Justin Bieber will return to music when he has 'repaired some of the deep rooted issues' in his life

"Music is very important to me but nothing comes before my family and my health."
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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
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

The Wiggles announce seven-city NZ tour

Diana Ross defends 'magnificent' Michael Jackson in wake of Leaving Neverland sex abuse allegations
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The Prime Minister’s choice of book was The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Jacinda Ardern visits Dunedin Muslim early childhood centre, reads kids a story

The centre is owned by Dr Mohammad Alayan, who was injured in the terrorist attack.

Jacinda Ardern visits Dunedin Muslim early childhood centre, reads kids a story

The centre is owned by Dr Mohammad Alayan, who was injured in the terrorist attack.

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The SIS and GCSB Minister said it was a “known fact” there is a period of time where retaliation or copy-cat action is possible.

High security alert to remain until retaliation or copy-cat terrorist threat subsides – Andrew Little
He was asked if there had been failings by New Zealand’s intelligence agencies.

Andrew Little authorises spy agencies to do more 'intrusive' activities as more people put under surveillance
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National's police spokesman says he is not confident in the Government's road safety strategy.

As number of breath tests drop, it's 'basically impossible' to get caught drink driving - Chris Bishop
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New Zealand's climate change policy too reliant on tree planting - report
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Reserve Bank flags economic concerns, next rate move more likely a cut

RBNZ governor Adrian Orr this afternoon announced the rate will stay at a record low 1.75 per cent.

Reserve Bank flags economic concerns, next rate move more likely a cut

RBNZ governor Adrian Orr this afternoon announced the rate will stay at a record low 1.75 per cent.

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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

Man behind NZ's largest ponzi scheme denied parole, will stay in prison at least another year
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Apple has unveiled its latest range of products.

Tech giant Apple launches a credit card
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Dame Jenny Shipley to appeal High Court order to pay $6 million over Mainzeal collapse
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