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South Auckland residents concerned after multiple attacks by roaming dogs
Residents are becoming increasingly concerned as unsupervised and aggressive dogs roam the streets.

Name suppression lapses for Auckland resident Hao Feng, accused of murdering Xiaoyan Wang
Name suppression for Hao Feng lapsed after four months of court-ordered anonymity.

Sir Dave Dobbyn shares health update, how Parkinson’s has changed his performing
Dobbyn feels his musicality has been affected, but remains in good spirits.

Surface flooding, fords closed
Three fords in the Timaru District have been closed and surface flooding has been reported across the district on Friday evening.

Son of mushroom cook describes ‘very negative’ relationship between parents
The son of alleged murderer Erin Patterson told investigators his father “does a lot of things to try and hurt” his mother.

Auckland’s illegal rubbish dumping problem grows, from mattresses to marijuana
More than 1300 reports of illegal dumping are made each month in Auckland.

Hamilton workers join nationwide Pay Equity Amendment Bill protest
The bill, announced on Tuesday, was passed under urgency on Wednesday night.

Ageing fleet: Auckland fire truck held together by wire after quick-fix
The on-call mechanic carried out an emergency repair on the fire truck.

On The Up: Bay of Plenty shopping centre Bayfair marks 40 years
It has grown from 27 stores to more than 140 stores and restaurants.

More good news for tenants
More rental properties are available, and lower prices leave tenants $700 a year better off, on average.

Maresca excited to face 'football dad' in Conference League final
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says he is excited to face his "professional dad" after Manuel Pellegrini-managed Real Betis qualified for the Conference League final.

Country Life: Muttonbirding - 'It’s a part of who we are'
Dan Tarrant's ancestors have been harvesting muttonbirds or titi for 500 years. The autumn harvest is a family affair and a chance to pass down skills and traditions.

Indian Panthers face ejection from basketball league
The franchise has been given 10 days to comply with certain conditions before their participation agreement is terminated.

Why the Crusaders are pleased winter is coming
Matt Todd’s face lights up as he thinks ahead to what’s coming on Saturday night, and the rest of the way.

Onlookers capture assault after home invasion
Parents filming their kids playing hockey captured footage of a violent assault, which led to one vehicle trying to ram another, police say.

Man who died in Central Otago crash identified
He was Mitchell Douglas McLeary, 26, of Cromwell.

The transformation of American railroads: From industrial revolution to sustainable strength
America's railroads, vital since 1830, now embrace sustainability with innovative composite ties, reducing deforestation while ensuring safer, longer-lasting infrastructure.

Tarawera sewerage scheme stage one complete, homes connected by June
The first homes are expected to be connected by the end of June.

Butter prices soar to $8.50 amid global dairy surge
The price of butter could reach $9.50 by September.

Woman injured after driver flees Wellington petrol station without paying
The victim was flung to the ground as the driver sped off without paying.

Humphries edges past Littler for 'extra-special' Leeds win
Luke Humphries beat Luke Littler 6-5 to win his first Premier League night in 10 weeks at Leeds' First Direct Arena.