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A woman who stole almost $7,000 from her grandmother has conceded it was wrong, but says it was easy money
Open Justice reports the 32-year-old asked to borrow some money and used her grandmother's Eftpos card and pin, then bought drugs and paid off debt. While out on bail, she also went on a shoplifting ...
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Sofai Maka is one of three All Blacks Sevens players set to make their World Series debut in this weekend's opening tournament in Dubai
A new-look New Zealand men's side will take to the field, following the retirement of three players while others have moved on. Maka is excited for the occasion. New Zealand begin their campaign ...
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Haka-rimata Road between Ngaruawahia and Huntly has been closed after a serious two-vehicle crash
Diversions are in place, with initial indications suggesting serious injuries.
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A teachers union says it's not a surprise the majority of educators have considered leaving their job
Over 3000 teachers responded to the Massey University survey, with 85 percent confessing they've thought about resigning. It finds the main factors pushing teachers out of the profession are workload, ...
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Golfer Daniel Hillier is the best of the male Kiwis heading into the third round of the Australian Open in Melbourne
He's in a tie for 12th after his second-round four-under par 68 took him to seven-under overall - seven shots behind leader Lucas Herbert. Compatriot Kazuma Kobori is tied for 28th, with Josh Geary ...
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A boost for the Taupo economy - as the largest cycling event in the country takes place
Around four thousand cyclists will take part in the Taupo Cycle Challenge today, which offers nine different events for the experienced and those participating for a bit of fun. Mayor David Trewavas ...
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A person has died following a single vehicle crash on Great South Road in Papakura
The road near O'Shannessey Street, remains closed with diversions in place.
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People with mental health conditions are reporting a lower standard of primary healthcare
A study in the Medical Journal looked at responses from 200 thousand people about experiences with general practice. It found those with mental health conditions reported more barriers to care - and ...
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A new autism research clinic hopes to improve diagnosis services
The Auckland clinic opened this week and offers genetic testing for autism diagnosis. University of Auckland's Dr. Jessie Jacobsen is behind the research, and says it's a huge step forward for ...
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Dunedin's getting into the festive season
The city's inaugural Christmas in the Garden -- at the Botanic Gardens -- takes place today. The festival marks the start of summer, and replace the previous Lighting of the Christmas Tree event.
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The All Blacks Sevens begin their new era when tonight's series opener in Dubai gets under way
New Zealand begin their campaign against the United States at six past seven.
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Police were called to disrupt a mass brawl on a boat in Auckland earlier this evening
Footage shows five police cars and a large van waiting on the viaduct just after 5, with at least 13 police officers at the scene. It's understood a person on a charter boat phoned authorities to ...