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Sri Lankan Army soldiers secure the area around St. Anthony's Shrine after a blast in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sunday, April 21, 2019.

Jacinda Ardern issues statement on Sri Lanka, draws comparisons to Christchurch attacks

At least 138 people have died after six simultaneous bombs ignited today at churches and hotels.

Jacinda Ardern issues statement on Sri Lanka, draws comparisons to Christchurch attacks

At least 138 people have died after six simultaneous bombs ignited today at churches and hotels.

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They remain at odds over the city’s handling of controversial housing development in Shelly Bay.

Sir Peter Jackson again lashes out at Wellington council and 'snake oil salesmen' staff
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Patrol cars and officer had a heavy presence around places of worship today.

Security tight at Christchurch Easter services and throughout NZ today
100 people were listed including artists, pioneers and icons.

Jacinda Ardern's Easter note - from 2014- spreads around the world as internet gives it new life
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The ambulance service is in a financial crisis, one Government MO admits.

Overwhelming majority of Kiwis think St John should be fully funded, new poll finds
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A New Zealand Police vehicle with a road block in place (file image).

One person dead in single-car Waikato crash

The person died at the scene.

One person dead in single-car Waikato crash

The person died at the scene.

The plan is now tipped to cost almost $30 million more than previously thought.

Millions spent on Wellington Town Hall before start of construction
Officials have serious concerns for many in the Canterbury region – especially young people.

Mental health helplines inundated after Christchurch terrorist attacks
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Fire and Emergency NZ was called to the Wakefield Metals building in Onehunga just after 2pm.

Video: Firefighters battle large blaze at industrial buildings in Auckland
A file image of a New Zealand Police vehicle and a Fire and Emergency New Zealand vehicle.

Bus crash near Hamilton leaves one person in critical condition
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Group of doctors in a hurry down the hospital hallway for emergency

Lawmaker raises ire, ridicule in US after insinuating nurses at rural hospitals are lazy

He was speaking out in opposition to a law that would require uninterrupted breaks for nurses

Lawmaker raises ire, ridicule in US after insinuating nurses at rural hospitals are lazy

He was speaking out in opposition to a law that would require uninterrupted breaks for nurses
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They were initially feared to have died, but instead they were smoke-drunk and unharmed.

Drunk on smoke: Notre Dame's bees survive cathedral blaze
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At least 20 are dead from the six blasts, authorities have said.

Simultaneous blasts hit churches and high-end hotels in Sri Lanka, killing over 100 people

Cassandra Sandusky, right, a graduate of Columbine High School, pauses with her friend, Jennifer Dunmore, at a row of crosses bearing the names of the victims of the attack at the school 20 years ago before a program for the victims.

Colorado community marks 20th anniversary of the Columbine school massacre
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Officials say they don’t yet know a motive for the attack and the shooters have yet to be located.

Gunmen storm Mexico family party killing 13, wounding more
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Wellington edged Melbourne 3-2 at Westpac Stadium.

Roy Krishna leads Phoenix to late win over Melbourne City after incredible hat-trick

Krishna tucked home the winner from a goalmouth scramble in the 94th minute to cap a thrilling contest tonight.

Roy Krishna leads Phoenix to late win over Melbourne City after incredible hat-trick

Krishna tucked home the winner from a goalmouth scramble in the 94th minute to cap a thrilling contest tonight.
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Canberra defeated Brisbane 26-22 at GIO Stadium in their round six NRL match.

Joey Leilua steamrolls Darius Boyd, scores exquisite solo try in Raiders win over Broncos

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The Pulse remain unbeaten after defeating the Magic 54-33 at TSB Arena in Wellington.

Central Pulse secure 10th straight win after demolishing Magic in ANZ Premiership
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Gold Coast crushed Newcastle 38-14 in their NRL clash at Cbus Super Stadium.

Tyrone Roberts try cements Titans victory against error-riddled Newcastle Knights

US fighter Terence Crawford punches England's Amir Khan during the fifth round of a WBO world welterweight championship boxing match Sunday, April 21, 2019, in New York. Crawford won the fight. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Terence Crawford wins by TKO as Amir Khan can't continue after low blow
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Disabled Kiwis 'enormously grateful' after ministers push back on $30m funding cuts

The sector faces a funding shortfall of at least $150 million (on top of the $90 million current deficit) after years of chronic underfunding.

Disabled Kiwis 'enormously grateful' after ministers push back on $30m funding cuts

The sector faces a funding shortfall of at least $150 million (on top of the $90 million current deficit) after years of chronic underfunding.
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The Ministry of Social Development is wiping the debt of hundreds of those affected. But it’s not enough, some say.

Housing NZ tenants evicted over flawed meth testing still struggling to find their feet, say more must be done
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MP Mark Mitchell has confirmed the party won’t bar re-entry even If National regains control of Parliament.

National Party now supports Pike River Mine re-entry, but insists it's not a U-turn
The Labour Leader says David Seymour has his own campaign to run and she has hers.

David Seymour critical of Jacinda Ardern's grasp of economic policy
Kirk Hargreaves took an incredible image of the Prime Minister visiting members of the Muslim community.

Jacinda Ardern named world's second greatest leader by Fortune Magazine
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Bakery owner told to pay $35,000 in wage arrears to ex-employee

Former employee Pavneet Singh was asked to return part of his weekly wages in return for keeping his job.

Bakery owner told to pay $35,000 in wage arrears to ex-employee

Former employee Pavneet Singh was asked to return part of his weekly wages in return for keeping his job.
Group of doctors in a hurry down the hospital hallway for emergency

Lawmaker raises ire, ridicule in US after insinuating nurses at rural hospitals are lazy

Transport Agency accused of stiffing designer out of $1.6m over Auckland Harbour Bridge walkway project
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The taxpayer-funded organisation runs three medical clinics, a preschool and social services.

Ex-employees call on Government investigation of Tongan Health Society in Auckland

Mānuka honey producer pleads guilty to adulterating product for gain
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John Singleton at the 70th annual Directors Guild of America Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Boyz N the Hood director John Singleton hospitalised after suffering a stroke

The first black film-maker to receive an Oscar nomination, he remains in ICU, his family said.

Boyz N the Hood director John Singleton hospitalised after suffering a stroke

The first black film-maker to receive an Oscar nomination, he remains in ICU, his family said.

Anne Hathaway quits drinking because hangovers made it difficult to care for her son

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She inspired TV shows like ‘Thy Amityville Horror’ and ‘The Conjuring.’

Ghost hunter Lorraine Warren, who inspired Hollywood movies, dies at 92

Adele and husband Simon Konecki have separated - report
Charlize Theron and her child, Jackson.

Charlize Theron opens up on raising son as a girl - 'My job as a parent is to celebrate them and to love them'
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