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00:22
A man has been transported to hospital in a critical condition with the offender known to police.

Man critically wounded at Auckland Harley Davidson store believed to be Killer Beez gang president

Police are hunting the gunman, understood to be from the rival Tribesmen gang.

Man critically wounded at Auckland Harley Davidson store believed to be Killer Beez gang president

Police are hunting the gunman, understood to be from the rival Tribesmen gang.
00:30
The Crusaders thumped the Lions 36-10 at Christchurch Stadium.

Sevu Reece tears through Lions defence on his way to superb double in Crusaders' crushing win

One person critical, another in custody, after South Auckland stabbing incident
00:21
Acting Central District Commander Inspector Sarah Stewart says finding the suspect is "our absolute priority".

Police hunt for man who stole 11 firearms from Palmerston North police station on Anzac Day
04:48
With some companies in the UK considering banning all physical contact in the workplace, Matt and Hilary decided to get their share of touching in.

Hilary Barry and Matty McLean have hugging contest amid fears workplace contact ban could hit NZ
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03:21
The Foreign Minister and Racing Minister came up with an inspired choice in buying a gift representing the friendship between New Zealand and Japan.

Racing Minister Winston Peters gifts Japan with 'sacred' white horse

Komaru will live at the Nikko Toshogu shrine, and will be cared for by Chief Priest Hisao Inaba.

Racing Minister Winston Peters gifts Japan with 'sacred' white horse

Komaru will live at the Nikko Toshogu shrine, and will be cared for by Chief Priest Hisao Inaba.
22-year-old Autumn Sciascia

Police seeking public assistance to locate missing Hawke's Bay woman
04:25
The Duke Of Cambridge visited Christchurch Hospital and the Al Noor Mosque, saying in a heartfelt speech, he vowed forces of love will always prevail over hate.

Prince William ends Christchurch visit at quake memorial as survivor calls him 'humble like his mum'
A New Zealand Police vehicle with a road block in place (file image).

One person confirmed dead in fatal car crash in Tokomaru on the East Coast
01:15

Paramedic pulled unconscious crewman from crashed helicopter in Southern Ocean - 'It was just instinct'
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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.
00:46
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
01:51
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
01:53
The ingenious idea spawned from a lesson about the environment at a Sydney school.

Young environmentalist creates business to turn plastic into sunglasses
00:43
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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Sevu Reece of the Crusaders scores a try in the tackle of Robbie Coetzee of the Lions during the Super rugby match, Crusaders V Lions at Christchurch Stadium, Christchurch, New Zealand, 26th April 2019.Copyright photo: John Davidson / www.photosport.nz

Crusaders overcome gutsy Lions in riveting Super Rugby clash in Christchurch

The Crusaders outclassed the Lions 36-10 in Christchurch tonight.

Crusaders overcome gutsy Lions in riveting Super Rugby clash in Christchurch

The Crusaders outclassed the Lions 36-10 in Christchurch tonight.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 25: Latrell Mitchell of the Roosters looks on during the round 7 NRL match between the Sydney Roosters and the St George Illawarra Dragons at the Sydney Cricket Ground on April 25, 2019 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

'I've got a lot more in me' - NRL star Latrell Mitchell admits there is room for improvement
Kyler Murray Oklahoma poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after he was picked #1 overall by the Arizona Cardinals during the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft

Three quarterbacks and lots of defenders highlight first round of NFL draft
Robbie Farah passing wide Tigers v Warriors NRL rugby league match at Campbelltown Stadium, Campbelltown Australia. Sunday 30 August 2015. Photo: Paul Seiser/Photosport.co.nz

Robbie Farah fit to play for Wests Tigers against Titans
00:15
The Spurs defeated the Nuggets 120-103, levelling their NBA playoff series 3-3.

Spurs force game seven against Denver Nuggets after emphatic NBA victory
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03:21
The Foreign Minister and Racing Minister came up with an inspired choice in buying a gift representing the friendship between New Zealand and Japan.

Racing Minister Winston Peters gifts Japan with 'sacred' white horse

Komaru will live at the Nikko Toshogu shrine, and will be cared for by Chief Priest Hisao Inaba.

Racing Minister Winston Peters gifts Japan with 'sacred' white horse

Komaru will live at the Nikko Toshogu shrine, and will be cared for by Chief Priest Hisao Inaba.
04:25
The Duke Of Cambridge visited Christchurch Hospital and the Al Noor Mosque, saying in a heartfelt speech, he vowed forces of love will always prevail over hate.

Prince William ends Christchurch visit at quake memorial as survivor calls him 'humble like his mum'
The Climate Change Minister was back at work today.

Secret Green Party donor to match contributions up to $25k
The Duke of Cambridge wanted to visit New Zealand to spend time with the victims, Ms Ardern said.

Prince William praised New Zealand's 'compassion, love and empathy' in response to terrorist attack - PM
02:06
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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Michael Stiassny's comments come after Fonterra bumped up chief executive Theo Spierings' pay packet to $8.32 million in 2017.

NZTA Chair Michael Stiassny announces resignation

Mr Stiassny was appointed for a term of three years commencing April last year.

NZTA Chair Michael Stiassny announces resignation

Mr Stiassny was appointed for a term of three years commencing April last year.
01:53
The ingenious idea spawned from a lesson about the environment at a Sydney school.

Young environmentalist creates business to turn plastic into sunglasses
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
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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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