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01:59
Some say campers are putting the threatened bird species in even more danger.

Kaikōura council freedom camping site a new threat to endangered banded dotterel - campaigner

Ailsa Howard says introducing people to the birds' habitat opens them up to the risk of being stepped on or being attacked by other predators.

Kaikōura council freedom camping site a new threat to endangered banded dotterel - campaigner

Ailsa Howard says introducing people to the birds' habitat opens them up to the risk of being stepped on or being attacked by other predators.
00:20
Members of the group were caught on CCTV appearing to shoplift at the Albany Caltex.

Children in NZ with disorderly tourist group take off with Christmas tree from Auckland service station
Wellington (file picture).

Student desperation for rental properties hitting new highs in Wellington
Portia Woodman. New Zealand v Ireland. Rugby World Cup Sevens. AT&T Park, San Francisco, USA. Friday 20 July 2018. © Copyright photo: Andrew Cornaga / www.Photosport.nz

Portia Woodman reveals job ambitions for when her illustrious Black Ferns career comes to an end
01:58
Pacific Islanders have the highest rates of obesity in the New Zealand and Letele’s on a mission to change that.

Dave 'Buttabean' Letele organising world’s largest bootcamp to raise awareness for Pasifika health
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Man dies following workplace accident in Auckland's Onehunga

Emergency services were called to a site in Neilson Street late this afternoon.

Man dies following workplace accident in Auckland's Onehunga

Emergency services were called to a site in Neilson Street late this afternoon.

Te Mata Peak could show track scars for years - Hastings council report
South Island road.

Road building cost 'blow-out' predicted under new NZTA standard for base material

Six members of the Barbarian Mongrel Mob gang charged over assaults at Opotiki bar on New Year's Eve

Wellington bus drivers to strike, refuse to take fares over part-time shifts dispute
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01:41
Somali Islamist group Al-Shabaab have claimed responsibility.

Islamic extremist gunmen killed after their attack on Nairobi hotel took 14 'innocent lives'

Kenya's security forces have killed the gunmen, the country's president said.

Islamic extremist gunmen killed after their attack on Nairobi hotel took 14 'innocent lives'

Kenya's security forces have killed the gunmen, the country's president said.
00:34
The eastern section of the 1955 bridge dropped straight down into the Hudson River.

Watch: Impressive explosions as part of an old New York bridge demolished
"Coverack, United Kingdom - November 20, 2012: McDonalds Big Mac carton isolated on white. McDonalds is a world famous supplier of fast food products."

McDonald's has its 'Big Mac' trademark registration revoked in EU ruling

Nike unveils self-lacing shoes controlled by smartphone app
01:10
Police say the child was properly strapped into the car seat, but the car seat wasn’t fastened to the seat in the vehicle.

Watch: US toddler survives after falling out of moving car
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The Story with John Campbell

TVNZ's John Campbell goes behind the stories making the news
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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 16: Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark celebrates winning match point in her second round match against Johanna Larsson of Sweden during day three of the 2019 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 16, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Caroline Wozniacki strolls into third round of Australian Open

Wozniacki needed just 66 minutes to defeat Swede Johanna Larsson 6-1, 6-3 in their second round match.

Caroline Wozniacki strolls into third round of Australian Open

Wozniacki needed just 66 minutes to defeat Swede Johanna Larsson 6-1, 6-3 in their second round match.
00:15
The Swiss legend defeated Evans 7-6, 7-6 6-3 at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne.

Roger Federer pushed by Brit Daniel Evans, advances to Australian Open third round
00:15
Bevin took advantage after a crash occurred a kilometre from the finish line.

Kiwi cyclist Patrick Bevin unleashes outstanding sprint to win second stage of Tour Down Under
00:15
The Warriors routed Denver 142-111 in their NBA clash.

Steph Curry, Klay Thompson star for Warriors during mammoth win over Nuggets
14:53
The Football Ferns coach joins Chris Chang and Simon Plumb as our weekly football show returns for 2019.

TVNZ FC: Abby Erceg's return a boost for Football Ferns, coach says 'time is tight' as World Cup looms
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New Zealand band dumped from record label amid allegations

The band's members make up part of internationally popular group Superorganism.

New Zealand band dumped from record label amid allegations

The band's members make up part of internationally popular group Superorganism.

Singer Alicia Keys to host Grammy Awards where Kendrick Lamar's been nominated for most awards

Singer Rihanna suing dad over trademark surname

TV and Broadway star Carol Channing has died at 97
00:45
The show will be making its debut in February.

Watch: TVNZ2's star-studded new black comedy Fresh Eggs set to hit Kiwi screens
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Seven Sharp

Join Hilary Barry, Jeremy Wells and the team, back on January 21st at 7pm on TVNZ 1
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Scientific studies show vaping is healthier than smoking, the government says, and it will likely help current smokers to quit.

E-cigarettes and vaping should be more accessible and regulated - National

MP Nicky Wagner said the Government should "save time" by adopting her bill.

E-cigarettes and vaping should be more accessible and regulated - National

MP Nicky Wagner said the Government should "save time" by adopting her bill.

Concerns raised as more are hospitalised due to synthetic cannabis toxicity

'Concerning new trends' around synthetic drugs in New Zealand - report
Murray Chong.

New Plymouth mayor censures councillor 'ashamed' of Māori anthem
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It was a heart-warming moment between Sharon van der Gulik and MP Chris Bishop, who got the new bill through parliament.

Organ donor compensation jumps dramatically in wake of new system
01:43
But many are concerned about rising costs and lower profits.

Business confidence sees improvement, but still downbeat - survey
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Sofia, Bulgaria - April 24, 2014: Studio shot of bitcoin in a row on black background . Bitcoin - bit coin BTC the new virtual money

Nearly $6 million in transactions took place in early hours of day Christchurch cryptocurrency exchange Cryptopia suffered security breach

The company has refused to confirm how much was stolen.

Nearly $6 million in transactions took place in early hours of day Christchurch cryptocurrency exchange Cryptopia suffered security breach

The company has refused to confirm how much was stolen.

Councillor critical of Sky City wanting to add 60 more pokie machines to its Hamilton casino

Nike unveils self-lacing shoes controlled by smartphone app

Clothing retailer H&M announces third Auckland store to open
The 17-year-old appeared in court today, accused of the manslaughter of Goran Milosavljevic.

Countdown 'deeply sorry' after mislabelling hot cross buns as vegan

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