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New Plymouth council work worth millions to local economy - report
Economist says councils should be spending money, the mayor says councils have a supporting role.

Firefighters tackle shed blaze at Mahana, near Nelson
Firefighters were called to an early morning blaze in an implement shed at Mahana, near Nelson.

NZ temperatures set to soar this weekend as 'shipment of warmth' arrives
A "shipment of warmth" from Australia will take temperatures up to 30C in some places.

Teachers remember Nancy Brunning her lasting impact
Nancy Brunning remembered as an asset both on and off stage by her college teachers.

Pressure Emilia Clarke faced to do Game of Thrones' nude scenes common for young actresses
Clarke said it initially made her uncomfortable to strip down on a set in front of the crew and other cast members.

America's Cup: Team New Zealand's strong return to testing
After two weeks in the shed, a tweaked Te Aihe is looking good in crucial development phase.

Thames business community calls on technology to curb crime
An extra set of eyes could nab would-be offenders targeting Thames' business community.

Man told off by Prince William, Kate Middleton for mocking Charlotte
DJ Greg James says Prince William and his wife, Kate, had words with him after he teased Princess Charlotte on her first day of school. UK DJ Greg James got a royal telling off for mocking Princess Charlotte on her first day of...

Abuse inquiry: Survivor rejects Church leader's 'minimising' of Michael Shirres attack
A survivor of the disgraced theologian says the remarks to her by a newly-appointed member of the Church's royal commission liaison group are minimising and she should be removed.

Rugby: Highlanders boss Roger Clark says loss of Dave Rennie, Jamie Joseph a 'body blow' to the All Blacks
A body blow for the All Blacks.That's how longstanding Highlanders chief executive Roger Clark has described the loss of Jamie Joseph, Tony Brown and Dave Rennie to rival international teams.The hunt for an All Black coach has...

Frustration over Government welfare inaction
ANALYSIS: On World Children's Day the PM opened a playground on Parliament's lawn, but some say her Govt is failing children.

Man clobbered with coal shovel after cellphone thrown into fire
Her violent act ended the drunken couple's fireside argument as well as their relationship.

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White Ferns quick Lea Tahuhu out to remain the world's fastest bowler
Back from a freak injury, White Ferns quick bowler Lea Tahuhu continues to make the most of her 'gift'.

Jose Mourinho brings passion to task of reviving Tottenham Hotspur
Ousted from his last two jobs for fomenting friction, Jose Mourinho is returning to coaching trying to show he is rejuvenated with the smile back.

Woman's violent ex had 'sickening' secret in the attic
With two babies under one, Amy Birch is a busy single mum, trying her hardest to give them a happy life.But behind the smiling selfies with her young children is a terrifying story about the cruel domestic abuse the 20-year-old...

Reddit warns Trump supporters against 'systematic harassment' of potential whistleblower
Reddit has warned users of its forum for President Trump supporters that "systematic harassment" of the alleged potential whistleblower whose complaint kicked off the impeachment inquiry "must stop immediately." The company cited in part its policy prohibiting "inviting vigilantism."

Workers should have redundancy insurance - commission
By RNZ The government should look at an unemployment insurance scheme and add new benefits to help support people who lose their jobs, the Productivity Commission suggests.A commission report sets out what it calls 'promising...