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Controversial proposal to ban protests in parts of Christchurch fails to get off the ground
While seven Christchurch City Council members voted for it, others said it was a breach of human rights and could spark protests itself.

Batch of Steinlager beer recalled over alcohol-free labelling error
A batch of Steinlager Ultra Low Carb beer is being recalled after some bottles that contained alcohol were incorrectly labelled as alcohol-free.

Petrol prices could hit $3 a litre amid conflict in Middle East
Waitomo's chief executive says motorists should shop around "for the deal" over the next couple weeks as prices increase.

Christchurch couple who found $232k in ceiling to receive a portion
A Christchurch couple who discovered more than $230,000 hidden in the ceiling of their home will receive a portion of the sum after a High Court judge approved a settlement forfeiting most of the cash to the Crown.

Whangarei liquor store wrongly names brain injury survivor as thief
The man’s family members have criticised “a lack of responsibility and accountability” from Bottle-O Regent.

Minister says TVNZ chair tried to raise news story with him after criticism
Minister for Media Paul Goldsmith said the chair of TVNZ’s board raised a 1News story with him over the weekend.

Man facing murder charge after death of woman in Kapiti Coast
The 24-year-old was originally charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

How to help stop bad law
Select Committees are everyone's best chance to avoid the impacts of bad law. Here are some tips to help maximise your odds at a positive outcome when you offer ideas.

All Blacks jersey to be 'earned' under new coach Dave Rennie's regime
New coach Dave Rennie said he will have no loyalties to incumbents and players will be picked purely on form.

Animal control officers call for laws with more teeth
Last year, the council received more than 1300 reports of dog attacks on people.

Harry Styles album review: The funkiest existential crisis in pop
The star's fourth album finds him in limbo, second-guessing his both relationships and his career.

Courier companies fined over $1 million for cartel conduct
Aramex and GoSweetSpot have been penalised in two separate cases of cartel conduct investigated by the Commerce Commission.

Mackenzie District workers sleeping in cars as tourism drives up long-term rental prices
Hundreds of homes were earmarked for short-term stays and prices remained high, leaving some struggling to find a roof over their heads.

Kaikoura whale-watching operator grounded after suspension
Daniel Stevenson was one of the first to search for survivors after a whale caused a charter boat to capsize, killing five people in 2022. Now he’s fallen foul of New Zealand’s aviation authority.

Police shut down suspected meth lab and seize 3D-printed gun in Auckland raid
The Waitemata Gang Disruption Unit led the operation on Tuesday morning, targeting a property with suspected links to the Head Hunters.

Two family members of missing Australian boy not cooperating, police say
South Australia Police Commissioner Grant Stevens says the investigation into Gus Lamont remains a 'top priority' despite lack of cooperation.

TVNZ chair calls Paul Goldsmith after police minister dissatisfied with gang numbers story
Paul Goldsmith said the chair of the public broadcaster, Andrew Barclay, had raised the story during the call.

Government seeks 'urgent updates' from airlines when flights to NZ will restart
Flights from Dubai to Auckland are still cancelled.

Forest and Bird granted leave to appeal part of Dome Valley landfill approval
Legal action over a controversial mega-dump in Auckland's Dome Valley is continuing, with Forest and Bird granted leave to appeal part of the decision to approve the landfill.

Property owners fined for illegal work on Northland beach
Reports of a digger moving sand and soil at Church Bay sparked a flurry of complaints from local residents and hapu.