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Why bird poop may be key to stopping the next flu pandemic
The project is the brainchild of Dr. Robert Webster, a New Zealand virologist who was the first to understand that flu viruses come from the guts of birds.
Landlord's over-zealous gardening costs him $1120
'Passionate' gardener crossed the line with tenants, tribunal says.
Government coy on police plan to target 'at risk' children for social investment
The "prevention support" would be targeted at primary school-age children, but the police minister will not say if the idea is being progressed.
Weather: Wairoa residents urged to avoid non-essential travel
An interisland ferry passenger has been injured and cars have been damaged during a rough Cook Strait crossing this morning.
Homicide probe launched after Ngāruawāhia woman's death
Police have launched a homicide investigation after a woman died following an alleged assault in the Waikato town of Ngāruawāhia this afternoon.
Police hunting driver after woman dragged 10m in carpark robbery
Police are searching for a man after a woman trying to retrieve her stolen handbag from a car was dragged along 10 metres of pavement at an Auckland mall.
A look back at the most high-profile New Zealand court cases of 2024
A man not guilty of his wife's murder and a mother sentenced for the death of her three daughters are just some of the big cases that went through the courts this year.
Toxic algal bloom at Lake Rotoiti prompts health warning
People should avoid contact with the water at Ōkawa Bay in Lake Rotoiti, due to a potentially toxic algal bloom, Health New Zealand says.
Police confirm name of Naenae murder accused
Albert Enoka, who was a member of the Tribesmen gang and a former president of the Rebels Motorcycle Club's Christchurch chapter, died on 10 December after being shot on Seddon Street in Naenae.
Workers demand open visas as former employer liquidated
The workers say they each paid about $20,000 for their visas and jobs, but are now left in limbo.
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown claps back at online trolls in Xmas message
"Jeez, where do these people come from?" he said in a video posted on social media.
'It's a nightmare': Man with disability still in motel nearly three months on from floods
A Dunedin man with a learning disability is spending Christmas Day cooped up inside a motel, as the date to move back into his flood-damaged house keeps being pushed back. Video
Waikato prisoner remains at large
48-year-old Damon Anderson escaped from custody during a visit to Waikato Hospital on Monday.
Auckland rail shutdown: What you need to know
Starting today, Auckland's railway lines will be empty with no trains operating for the next 32 days.
Pope calls for talks to end Ukraine war
In his Christmas Day "Urbi et Orbi" address, Pope Francis addressed the Ukraine conflict and called for "the boldness needed to open the door to negotiation".
Gisborne council eyes medium-density housing
The council is working on a blueprint for the future housing needs of the growing city, which will help guide plans for areas such as Kaiti, Elgin, the city centre, and Awapuni.
Axes, knives and Tasers - what people are trying to bring into courtrooms
Knives, homemade tasers, screwdrivers, knitting needles, knuckledusters and even a small axe are just some of the items.
Prison homebrew puts inmates on Santa's naughty list
A dozen inmates at Waikeria Prison in Waikato will be charged with misconduct, after being found to have consumed homebrew on Christmas Eve.
Auckland man accused of petrol theft speaks out
Buddhika Rajapakse, who is based in Auckland, has received two letters from BP telling him he's driven off from a petrol station in Whanganui without paying for fuel.
Prime Minister shares Christmas message
"From our family to yours, we hope you have a very Happy Christmas," Christopher Luxon posted to social media.
