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What senior gang members say about the patch ban
20 Nov 2024"What people wear is not the issue," one Black Power member told RNZ.
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AT taking 'any opportunity' to fine people
20 Nov 2024Grey Lynn resident says Auckland Transport is fining people in their own driveways, even if they were clearly not obstructing the footpath. Audio
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Te Puna blaze contained, evacuees returning home
20 Nov 2024Ten households were evacuated in Bay of Plenty community Te Puna after a shelter belt fire broke out.
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'Bruises all over my body': Owner 'terrified' after dairy robbery
20 Nov 2024Four masked men stormed the shop, assaulted her, and made off with thousands of dollars worth of cash and cigarettes.
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'There is a risk of over-diagnosing ADHD', leading psychiatrist warns
An addiction specialist says the disorder shouldn't be downplayed, but we run the risk of pathologising normal behaviour.
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Salvage companies ready to remove fuel from sunken naval vessel
20 Nov 2024The Navy is confident a robust plan is in place to handle any leaks as the operation to remove fuel from the HMNZS Manawanui begins. Audio
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Playground graffiti costly for ratepayers
20 Nov 2024Cleaning up graffiti at a recently-opened south Auckland playground has cost more than $20,000 in just over a year.
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Rivals: Adapting a 'bonkbuster' for a 21st-century TV audience
20 Nov 2024The bonkbuster receded into the background of popular culture in the 21st century. So why is it having a cultural moment in 2024? Video
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'Good to be home': New NZ Police Commissioner reveals priorities
Richard Chambers is replacing outgoing commissioner Andrew Coster.
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Pasifika struggle in several health stats
20 Nov 2024The lastest New Zealand health survey shows Pasifika are worse off percentage wise than the average population in numerous areas.
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'The heart of the south Waikato': 230 jobs on line as mill ends paper production
20 Nov 2024Workers have been called to a meeting at the Kinleith Mill. Audio
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Acceptance of facial recognition technology depends on who's doing it - and where
8 Nov 2024Analysis: Facial recognition technology is becoming more widely used, but this has not been matched by wider acceptance from the public.
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Investigation underway after inmate found dead in Northland prison
20 Nov 2024The inmate's death is currently being treated as unexplained.
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Podmore bullying claims: Cycling boss saw 'no value' in taking action
The former head of Cycling NZ told the Olympian he saw "no tangible value" in disciplinary action against those alleged to have harmed her.
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Search for missing boat carrying 700kg of meth
20 Nov 2024There is serious concern for the missing vessel and its occupants.
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Desert Road closure a welcome boost to Ruapehu businesses
Detours may not suit motorists but it will allow local businesses to thrive and show off what the area has to offer, Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton says.
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Christchurch company's aircraft goes supersonic
20 Nov 2024Dawn Aerospace's aircraft, Aurora, has broken the sound barrier. Audio
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Some homes to pay $25 more a month for new power lines charges
20 Nov 2024And that's just the beginning. Some regions could be paying $85 a month in a few years' time for just lines charges.
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Award-winning disability advocate quits NZ in frustration
20 Nov 2024Jonathan Mosen says New Zealand is the worst country in the Western world in which to be blind. Audio
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Woman seriously assaulted, hospitalised after meeting teen at 2am in Auckland
A 17-year-old has been arrested, while the woman is in a serious condition.
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Police drop Covid-related charges against Brian Tamaki - lawyer
All charges against the Destiny Church leader for breaches of Covid-19 restrictions have been dismissed and dropped, his lawyer Ron Mansfield says.
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Gang members reveal humiliating police tactics in new report
20 Nov 2024A massive research project into policing has shown the hierarchical structure of police is stifling discussion around bias and unfair treatment.
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The smack: How a family's plea to Oranga Tamariki for help unravelled
20 Nov 2024A family living in fear of their young son's increasingly dangerous behaviour asked for support. Instead, the agency turned its focus on his mum.
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'Fantastic': Surf club pushes ahead with Tāhunanui building plans
20 Nov 2024The Nelson Surf Life Saving Club has welcomed a council decision for the club to own its new facility.
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