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Fish spawning.

Rosy environment report card for New Zealand a greenwash, say marine experts

Scientist Roger Grace says there are serious habitat-damaging issues such as trawling and dredging, which the report touches on, but not in great detail.

Rosy environment report card for New Zealand a greenwash, say marine experts

Scientist Roger Grace says there are serious habitat-damaging issues such as trawling and dredging, which the report touches on, but not in great detail.
The Duke of Cambridge commended New Zealand’s handling of the Christchurch terrorist attack.

'Forces of love will always prevail' - Prince William speaks at Al Noor mosque, scene of Christchurch terrorist attack
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Faizan Ahmed of University of Lexington says he felt personally affected by the mosque shootings.

US student does 1200 pull-ups in eight hours to raise money for Christchurch
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Dave Gawn says there’s still a lot of work to do in the next week before teams enter the mine for the first time since the 2010 tragedy.

One week out, Pike River Recovery Agency boss confident in re-entry of mine
All Black Richie Mo'unga during the training session at Trafalgar Park ahead of the Rugby Championship test match against Argentina. Trafalgar Park, Nelson, New Zealand. Tuesday 4 September 2018. ©Copyright Photo: Chris Symes / www.photosport.nz

Richie Mo'unga commits to All Blacks, Crusaders with new NZR deal
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Zakea Page says his spiral designs are about humanity being stronger when unified.

Kiwi artist who designed Youth Winter Olympic medals inspired by diversity

"The important message right now was that humanity is most amazing when we are together, when we are unified," he says.

Kiwi artist who designed Youth Winter Olympic medals inspired by diversity

"The important message right now was that humanity is most amazing when we are together, when we are unified," he says.

Auckland kauri tree gets brief reprieve from chainsaws
The TVNZ presenter is moving on to host Q+A.

Jack Tame says farewell as Breakfast host - 'It's been a joy and a privilege'
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The Duke of Cambridge is visiting victims of the Christchurch terrorist attack.

Prince William visits Christchurch Hospital to meet with terrorist attack survivors
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The Duke of Cambridge is visiting victims of the Christchurch terrorist attack.

Prince William greeted with cheers as he arrives at Christchurch Hospital
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FILE - In this March 16, 2016, file photo, American student Otto Warmbier, center, is escorted at the Supreme Court in Pyongyang, North Korea. North Korea reportedly insisted the U.S. pay $2 million in medical costs in 2017 before it released dWarmbier while he was in a coma. (AP Photo/Jon Chol Jin, File)

North Korea demanded US pay $3 million for captured student in coma

Otto Warmbier died in June last year shortly after he was flown home comatose after 17 months in captivity.

North Korea demanded US pay $3 million for captured student in coma

Otto Warmbier died in June last year shortly after he was flown home comatose after 17 months in captivity.
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That’s after claims from Sri Lanka’s Defence Minister the bombings were a retaliation for the March 15 shootings.

Sri Lanka Easter bombings attackers remain at large, death toll revised down to approximately 250
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The guide states children under two should have no screen time at all.

Children under two should have no screen time at all, new report says
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The ingenious idea spawned from a lesson about the environment at a Sydney school.

Young environmentalist creates business to turn plastic into sunglasses
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The former US vice president, 76, announced the news in a video.

Joe Biden launches bid to run for US President
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Zakea Page says his spiral designs are about humanity being stronger when unified.

Kiwi artist who designed Youth Winter Olympic medals inspired by diversity

"The important message right now was that humanity is most amazing when we are together, when we are unified," he says.

Kiwi artist who designed Youth Winter Olympic medals inspired by diversity

"The important message right now was that humanity is most amazing when we are together, when we are unified," he says.
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Ardie Savea and the Barrett brothers return for tomorrow night's clash.

Chiefs unfazed by Hurricanes' returning All Blacks: 'It's about us at the moment'
Pete Samu, Ryan Crotty and Seta Tamanivalu. Crusaders v Lions, Super Rugby Final, AMI Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand. 4 August 2018. Copyright Image: www.photosport.nz

Super Rugby picks: A local derby, trip to Japan and the 2018 final rematch
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The All Blacks flanker is coming back from a neck injury suffered last year.

Sam Cane takes part in light training exercises as Chiefs prepare for Hurricanes clash
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Black Sticks women's assistant coach leaves to take up role with Ireland
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Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un pose for a photo prior to their talks in Vladivostok, Russia, Thursday, April 25, 2019. Putin and Kim are set to have one-on-one meeting at the Far Eastern State University on the Russky Island across a bridge from Vladivostok. The meeting will be followed by broader talks involving officials from both sides. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko, Pool)

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin plan joint efforts to resolve standoff over North Korea's nuclear programme

Kim said he wants to strengthen ties between the two nations.

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin plan joint efforts to resolve standoff over North Korea's nuclear programme

Kim said he wants to strengthen ties between the two nations.
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The New Zealand and French leaders have announced what’s called the Christchurch Call today.

PM Jacinda Ardern leads global campaign to rid terrorism from social media
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The Prime Minister spoke with the Facebook founder about the global initiative to battle terrorism on the internet.

'Condolences were shared' over Christchurch terrorist attack during conversation between Ardern and Mark Zuckerberg

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The National Party leader said in the so-called "year of delivery" things are only getting worse.

Simon Bridges questions 'the point of this Government' after capital gains tax failure

Prison officers seek longer sentences for inmates who attack them
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The ingenious idea spawned from a lesson about the environment at a Sydney school.

Young environmentalist creates business to turn plastic into sunglasses

The family organisation 'Good Citizens' have sold 700 pairs world-wide.

Young environmentalist creates business to turn plastic into sunglasses

The family organisation 'Good Citizens' have sold 700 pairs world-wide.
Person holding New Zealand currency, money.

One in five bank customers offered financial products they don't need - Consumer NZ
An indicative picture of the mooring dolphin on track to be built at Queens Wharf.

Queens Wharf decision sinks Auckland mayor Phil Goff's campaign promise - harbour development objectors

Telsa CEO plans to hand the car keys to robots next year

US sanctions on Iran oil send prices, supply concerns higher
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A victim said she felt robbed of her youth by the 81-year-old comedian.

Bill Cosby renews attacks on trial judge as he seeks bail while appealing sex assault conviction

Lawyers for the 81-year-old entertainer filed a bail motion today.

Bill Cosby renews attacks on trial judge as he seeks bail while appealing sex assault conviction

Lawyers for the 81-year-old entertainer filed a bail motion today.

Avengers: Endgame is the finale to the Marvel superhero franchise we've all been waiting for

Kardashian clan member Scott Disick gets his own show in E!
Jussie Smollett.

Prosecutor in Jussie Smollett case receives death threats after charges dropped

Kim Kardashian West to receive top legal award
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