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The sectors pleading for urgent relief amid the worsening fuel crisis
From home care workers to farmers, sectors across New Zealand say the April 1 relief package may arrive too late.

Deputy mayor in hot water for foul-mouthed spray at staffer
Grant Dermody faces potential disciplinary action after being found to have called a council staff member a "f...ing d..k".

Aviation sector urgently calls for specific crisis plan for jet fuel
Jet fuel was crucial for emergency services and agriculture, the Aviation Industry Association says,

Inflation to go ‘much higher’ but Finance Minister refuses to share worst-case scenario
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has revealed inflation is set to go “much higher” this year and sit outside the Reserve Bank’s target band of 1-3%

'They're better at running than we are' - Only Fools and Horses race returns for round two
Runners and riders have been testing out the Central Otago course, which traverses through tussock, along an ancient water race and up ridges.

Video of clashes over purported conscription orders misrepresented as anti-war protest in Israel

David Tamihere's last attempt to clear his name, 36 years after double murder conviction
The Supreme Court will on Tuesday release its decision on his appeal over the 1990 murders of two Swedish tourists in a case that shocked the world.

Ferry cancellations: Students left stranded after rowing regatta
The students were competing at the rowing regatta on Lake Ruataniwha near Twizel, when they learned their sailing was cancelled.

Teenagers charged after attack on rescue volunteer and his dog
Three boys, one aged 13 and two aged 15, and a girl aged 16, have been charged with various offences including assault.

How and when to see April's full Pink Moon
When will you be able to see April's full Moon and why is it called the Pink Moon?

The Papers: 'Horror on the street' and 'Fears grow over shortages'
Several of Monday's papers lead with images from Derby after a car struck pedestrians in the city centre.

Harry Potter star Paapa Essiedu hopes his TV drama Babies will break pregnancy loss silence
The BBC drama follows a couple in their 30s trying for a baby and navigating the complexities of pregnancy loss.

Woman accused of causing her child’s illnesses was “nurturing, kind mum”, sister tells court
The woman has denied allegations she fabricated and caused her young child’s illness over a 19-month period at three hospitals around the country.

Large police presence in Dunedin
A worker at the intersection of Helensburgh and Tairei Rds said there were multiple police cars and ambulances in the area.

Armed police cordon off Dunedin street
Armed police and negotiators are at the scene in the suburb of Wakari after reports a man armed with a knife threatened passers by.

Shelby County deputies charged with assault, placed on leave

China's 'Venice Of The East' Is A Historic Canal City Near Shanghai With Arched Bridges And Lantern-Lit Waterways

Iran war triggering Easter staycation boom

All Whites switch goalkeepers for Chile game; New role for Ben Old
All you need to know about the FIFA Series friendly at Eden Park on Monday night.

Warbirds Over Wanaka organisers confident withdrawal of modern military planes won't dent visitor numbers
The Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) will not participate in the event because of fuel costs, with the United States Air Force also withdrawing from the show.

Anglican Bishop urged to intervene in Auckland sportsground ownership stoush
The Anglican Trust for Women and Children is arguing it's the legal owner of the land at a Point Chevalier sports club.

Partial government shutdown becomes the longest in US history
The 44-day funding lapse for the Department of Homeland Security has led to travel chaos at US airports.

75% of fans oppose VAR in Premier League, says FSA
Fans believe VAR is ruining goal celebrations and has not improved football since its introduction, according to a Football Supporters' Association survey.