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'We need more doctors' - Support for new Waikato medical school
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists says a third medical school and more students in Auckland and Otago are both needed. Audio
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Police put core services update on backburner - again
22 Nov 2024For years, police have been saying they need to replace fragmented, old technology systems to keep the public safe - but the update has again been put off.
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Christchurch youth mental health facility opens its doors
22 Nov 2024The facility, which cost about $16m to build, can treat about 640 young people every month.
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Homicide investigation launched after March death of Invercargill woman
22 Nov 2024Karen Gaylene White died in a property in Lake Hāwea in early March.
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Suspicious fire at Auckland industrial building
22 Nov 2024Firefighters were called to the Avondale blaze at 4am Friday morning.
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The pros and cons of rates caps
21 Nov 2024The government has indicated it will explore the option of capping rates - but many have objections.
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'It's not ideal': Disappointment over high demand for halls of residence
21 Nov 2024First year students are being forced to go flatting as capacity in Canterbury University's halls of residence is at a peak.
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Watch: Gang members warn of potential violence as new patch laws enforced
"I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail," a Mongrel Mob chapter founder says.
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Southland's hidden quake-prone crust, revealed
21 Nov 2024A team of scientists has found "an extra-deep layer of the Earth where earthquakes can occur" beneath the region.
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Doctor forced to sedate dementia patients due to lack of care options
Better options are available in urban centres but not in rural areas in regions like Southland, the doctor says. Audio
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Tracing the history of Indian migration to New Zealand
21 Nov 2024The Auckland Indian Association is hosting an exhibition in the country's largest city to celebrate the community's rich history.
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Colleagues, climbers pay tribute to Lee Lee Heah
21 Nov 2024Tributes have flowed for the barrister and climber, who died after a fall at Mount Arapiles in western Victoria on Tuesday.
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Security guard critical after stabbing at upmarket mall
21 Nov 2024A 24-year-old man has been charged with aggravated wounding after a serious assault in Newmarket, police say.
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Truck driver applied for another job over safety concerns before death
21 Nov 2024Philip Holt was so concerned about safety standards, he had applied for another job.
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Motorcycles with insignia will be seized under new gang patch law - police
21 Nov 2024Police will not hesitate to confiscate motorcycles under the new gang patch legislation, the assistant commissioner says. Audio
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Teacher aide hours: One-size-fits-all approach doesn't work, say principals
21 Nov 2024Changes to teacher aide allocations highlight the inadequacy of support for the most disabled children, Auckland principals say.
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Veterans criticise Agent Orange appeal
21 Nov 2024The government is going to the High Court to challenge the late Sir Wira Harawira's claim that his brain tumour was linked to exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. Audio
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Olivia Podmore inquest: Doctor sobs on the stand
21 Nov 2024An inquest into the cyclist's suspected suicide heard she was burned out nd presenting as having severe anxiety and depression before her death.
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Man missing on Remarkables hike found safe
21 Nov 2024The 25-year-old, identified only as Sanjeev, was dropped off at the start of Wye Creek track on Wednesday morning.
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Pania of the Reef model dies
21 Nov 2024Mei Whaitiri, who was the model for Napier's famous Pania of the Reef statue in the 1950s - and mum to Meka Whaitiri - has died.
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Puberty blockers: Ministry of Health releases long-awaited evidence brief
21 Nov 2024In releasing its long-delayed evidence brief, the ministry urged "a more precautionary approach".
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Family struggles to understand why officer will not face charges
The IPCA says while a police officer's fatal shooting of Kaoss Price was excessive he should not be charged.
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The mystery of Pepper, the missing cockatoo
21 Nov 2024The 6-year-old sulphur crested cockatoo, known for her "hello darling" catchphrase, has been missing from the Staglands Wildlife Reserve since 17 November. Audio
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Youth re-offended five weeks after leaving boot camp
Children's Minister Karen Chhour said while it was disappointing, it would naïve to think none of the participants would lapse.
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