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Fifty teams are driving their Minis down the country in the movie-inspired fundraiser.
One man’s years-long quest to rid Mahia of rubbish: ‘We can all help - we just need to start’
David Waihaki removed four tonnes of rubbish from Mahia in 18 months.
Black Caps chase clean sweep at Bay Oval
Black Caps take on Pakistan on Saturday at Bay Oval in third ODI.
On The Up: NZME launches editorial campaign to share stories of Kiwi success
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Watch: Terrifying dashcam footage catches dangerous Kiwi drivers
Transporting New Zealand says impatient driving endangers lives.
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Large fire in Christchurch sends black smoke across city
The fire appears to be related to an electrical company.
Annual concert last held in 2007 returns to Hawke’s Bay
Collapse of the Timeless Summer Tour has led to the return of a gig full of 'nostalgia'.
Second courthouse evacuated as police deal with North Island bomb threats
The court was evacuated about 10.45am.
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Cancer survivor calls for funding of Daratumumab
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Fireball caught on camera in BoP sky
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‘We’re back’: Bay duos chase another bite at Pork Pie Charity Run
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Hazelnut growers call for more research to crack open opportunities
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Letters to the editor: Trump’s third term bid defies US constitutional values
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GDP per capita rose for the first time since 2022, ending eight quarters of decline.
Name of rapist who violated drunk woman in alleyway to stay secret
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Hard work pays off, says outgoing Rotorua Business Chamber head.
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Black Caps chase clean sweep at Bay Oval
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Cameron Smith wins Otago Southland Young Farmer final
It was Cameron Smith’s second time competing in the regional final.
Are carrots threatened by climate change?
Researchers say even a small temperature rise can significantly impact seed production.
Canterbury farmers ask MPs to cut red tape
Minister Nicola Grigg acknowledged that farmers were 'burdened' by paperwork.
Hazelnut growers call for more research to crack open opportunities
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NZ hydro-power generation gets a boost
Much-needed rain has taken pressure off the national electricity grid.