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Frustrated University of Canterbury students missing class over lack of campus car parks
Frustrated University of Canterbury students are missing out on lectures or late for class because of the daily struggle to find a car park on campus or surrounding Ilam streets.

Former youth councillor calls for better engagement with Gisborne’s young voters
Over 40% of Gisborne residents are under 29, but they're under-represented.

Serious injuries after crash involving truck near Otaki
One helicopter, one critical care unit, two manager vehicles and a road ambulance were sent to the scene of the serious two-vehicle crash.

Gore residents told not to drink tap water
Gore District residents are being advised not to drink tap water after the council found elevated levels of nitrates at Cooper’s Well.

Independent commissioners approve sand mine for 16 years near Hokitika
The Westland Mineral Sands site will be about eight kilometres from the town and cover 112 hectares.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in May 2026
The network called it a financial decision tied to the "challenging backdrop in late night" television.

Review: Bride Hard tries hard but misses mark
Rebel Wilson stars in this misfire about a society wedding which is saved from terrorists by one of the bridesmaids - a secret agent on her day off.

The risk and reward of Razor's Hamilton dream for the All Blacks
Scott Robertson had the luxury of making major changes for their French finale that has emerged as an opportune occasion, even with the series won.

Taskforce launched to tackle public service corruption
The Serious Fraud Office will lead a task force that aims to review anti-corruption mechanisms inside the government branches to prevent and detect fraud.

Child sexual exploitation, bestiality material allegedly found on top cop’s work device
Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming - the country’s second most powerful police officer - resigned in May “after allegations of a very serious nature” came to light.

Rotorua fraudster on home detention vows to repay over $5000
Karla Cherie Wickham was already on home detention for a large drug ring bust.

New police retail crime unit nabs shoplifters linked to $250k thefts just hours after hitting the streets
The pair have been charged as a new police team targeting retail crime is launched.

Auckland pair arrested after $250k retail theft spree
Two people alleged to have stolen more than $250,000 worth of goods from Auckland retailers have been arrested.

Snoop Dogg becomes Swansea co-owner and investor
Rapper Snoop Dogg becomes a co-owner and investor at Swansea City after taking a minority stake in the Championship club.

'Trusting The Salt Path author was our biggest mistake'
A family who claim The Salt Path author stole thousands from their business say trusting her was a big mistake.

Kawerau crash: One airlifted to hospital in critical condition
Police responded to the Bay of Plenty incident around 3.20pm.

Serious crash blocks Waitohu Valley Road in Manakau
Police say there have been serious injuries after a crash in the Horowhenua District.

Regulations ministry clarifies cost estimate for Regulatory Standards Bill
But the revised cost of $18 million may also end up on the low side.

Man who died in crash near Palmerston North identified
He was Colin Parker, 85, of Palmerston North.

Early childcare reliever sentenced after FBI tip led to discovery of child sexual abuse material
When the police arrested the woman, she said she had a “serious addiction to disgusting things”.