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David Clark wants to reclassify synthetics as class A drugs, but the Greens are unhappy about proposed penalties for use and supply.

Fewer people diverted away from court for drug charges - report

The Drug Foundation wants more resources put into the non-court options for people facing drugs charges.

Fewer people diverted away from court for drug charges - report

The Drug Foundation wants more resources put into the non-court options for people facing drugs charges.

Police searching for vehicle possibly connected to incident in Invercargill
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A helicopter has been called in to fight the fire which broke out this morning.

Helicopter brought in to battle blaze in Hahei Beach

Three teens arrested after police chase in Hamilton
00:56
Langman became the first Silver Fern to reach the milestone against Australia this morning.

Silver Ferns blown away by Laura Langman after 150 Tests: 'She always wants to be better'
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Illegal dumping in Auckland: 'We're coming after you'

The number of fines handed out for illegal dumping in Auckland has doubled in the past 12 months.

Illegal dumping in Auckland: 'We're coming after you'

The number of fines handed out for illegal dumping in Auckland has doubled in the past 12 months.

One person in serious condition following Bay of Plenty crash
03:44
Labour have conceded they’ll make some changes to KiwiBuild after coming into government promising to make life better for tenants and first-time buyers.

Industry expertise key in search for new KiwiBuild boss - expert

Advocate hits back over National's call for more benefit sanctions
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In addition to work generated by the upcoming America's Cup there's multi-million dollar demand for a raft of other marine work.

NZ marine industry on recruitment drive as high-profile Kiwi sailing success hits our shores
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No injuries were reported and there were 129 people on the plane.

Plane skids from runway at Chicago airport after massive winter storm

No injuries were reported. The flight came into the airport from Phoenix and 129 people were on the plane.

Plane skids from runway at Chicago airport after massive winter storm

No injuries were reported. The flight came into the airport from Phoenix and 129 people were on the plane.
FA-18 jet airplane (file picture).

Deadliest airstrike in Somalia in months kills 52 al-Shabab extremists, US military says
A composite image of Donald Trump and Nancy Pelosi.

Trump offers immigration deal to end shutdown

Rapper charged with Aiia Maasarwe's murder named, Melbourne continue to grieve
Drill machines and excavating machinery work on top of the mountain, next to a deep borehole to reach a 2-year-old boy trapped there for six days near the town of Totalan in Malaga, Spain.

Rescuers search for Spanish toddler trapped in borehole for six days
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TVNZ's John Campbell goes behind the stories making the news
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 06: Shaun Johnson poses during a Cronulla Sharks NRL media opportunity at Sharks Leagues Club on December 06, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

'My kids love him' - Shaun Johnson the missing piece of Cronulla jigsaw, says Andrew Fifita

The former Warriors halfback is settling in well at the Sharks.

'My kids love him' - Shaun Johnson the missing piece of Cronulla jigsaw, says Andrew Fifita

The former Warriors halfback is settling in well at the Sharks.
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The veteran defender returned to the black dress against Australia this morning.

Casey Kopua relishing Silver Ferns comeback: 'Just go for it'
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The Kiwi had 16 points in his side's 117-115 victory.

Steven Adams dishes out one-handed dunk masterclass as OKC oust 76ers
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Noeline Taurua spoke to 1 NEWS after her side's 53-50 defeat.

'So proud about the fight' – Silver Ferns coach reflects on narrow loss to Australia
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The Kiwi holds a share of the lead heading into the final round at Lake Buena Vista.

Lydia Ko in driver's seat for LPGA title in Florida after stunning third round
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A programme called Broadway Dreams is importing some of New York's greatest talents to pass on their knowledge in NZ.

Kiwis given a shot at making their Broadway theatre dreams come true

A programme called Broadway Dreams is bringing some of New York’s greatest talents to Auckland.

Kiwis given a shot at making their Broadway theatre dreams come true

A programme called Broadway Dreams is bringing some of New York’s greatest talents to Auckland.
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To mark the milestone, she revealed her one birthday wish.

Betty White says all she wants for 97th birthday is a call from her celebrity crush
Singer Brandi Carlisle performs underneath an image of the late singer Chris Cornell during "I Am The Highway: A Tribute to Chris Cornell" at The Forum, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Inglewood, Calif. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

'We miss you, Chris': A-list artists turn out for Chris Cornell tribute concert in US
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The actress plays an LA detective haunted by the trauma of her past in new movie, Destroyer.

Nicole Kidman undergoes transformation to play hardened LA detective in new movie Destroyer
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The investigation comes as people have been protesting in New York asking Sony to drop the singer.

Protests to have R. Kelly dropped from label, as authorities inspect his studio after reports of people living there illegally
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A composite image of Donald Trump and Nancy Pelosi.

Trump offers immigration deal to end shutdown

Trump has struggled to find a way out of a four-week partial government shutdown.

Trump offers immigration deal to end shutdown

Trump has struggled to find a way out of a four-week partial government shutdown.
The Comprehensive and Progressive Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal, or CPTPP, has just come into effect.

CPTPP meeting agrees on guidelines to expand trade agreement
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Labour have conceded they’ll make some changes to KiwiBuild after coming into government promising to make life better for tenants and first-time buyers.

Industry expertise key in search for new KiwiBuild boss - expert

Advocate hits back over National's call for more benefit sanctions

New Zealand human rights to come under scrutiny from UN
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04:19
Tesla luxury electric cars are now competing with taxis and Ubers in Auckland in a new business venture.

On the road to make an affordable car, Tesla cuts jobs

"While we have made great progress, our products are still too expensive for most people," CEO Elon Musk says.

On the road to make an affordable car, Tesla cuts jobs

"While we have made great progress, our products are still too expensive for most people," CEO Elon Musk says.

'Life threatening risk'- Complaint forces Burger King TV ad redo
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But political reporter Benedict Collins found people on the street can’t believe it’s a problem.

Strong public support for cafes, other businesses to block porn sites on in-store Wi-Fi
Los Angeles, USA - March 29, 2018: Air New Zealand Boeing 777 taxiing at Los Angeles Int. Airport seen from a helicopter.

Air NZ to earn unprecedented double recognition at 'Oscars of the airline industry'
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Prime Minister Theresa May wants all parties in the House of Commons to help shape a new Brexit deal.

Kiwi wine exporters worried about tariff increases as Brexit saga rolls on
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