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Govt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaul

Barry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.

'Does not conform': NZTA, minister say 'taihoa' to te reo Māori stop-go sign

The te reo sign read 'Taihoa' and 'Haere' instead of 'Stop' and 'Go'.

Watch: Brooke van Velden drops c-bomb after Labour asks if she agrees with infamous column

It comes as Labour refused to condemn the column.

The PM dismisses the Green party alternative budget

Christopher Luxon has slated the Green Party's alternative Budget , saying the whole thing is madness. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch - 'Small change': Lamborghini-driving security boss fined $1000, banned from hiring migrants

Four workers claimed they paid between $10,000 and $50,000 cash for visas to work in NZ.

'Any info': Father's plea for help in son's stabbing case

Grieving high school students urged to talk about their sorrow after teen's death.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers

A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

Brooke van Velden explains why she dropped c-bomb in Parliament

The ACT minister was responding to a question from Labour when she used the word. Video / Mark Mitchell

MSD office in lockdown after new threat, police on site

Last week, a man fired a gun at someone at the Ministry of Social Development’s office.

Nelson schools have lockdowns lifted after armed police incident

Police say people should avoid the area around Nayland Rd.

Ultra runners to tackle 100km for mental health charity

Ultra runners Harrison Sanders and Albie Roebeck will run 100km to raise money for Bullsy. Bullsy uses fashion to raise awareness around mental health issues. Video / Dean Purcell

Northcote modular apartment project: bosses forecast December finish date

TCL Modular plans to open a show suite so people get the first look inside the Northcote units. Video \ Jason Dorday

15 years on, man denies killing woman in a remote rural ravine

Dean Mulligan maintains his innocence, 15 years after his conviction.

'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in Hastings

The project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.

The Green party releases its alternative Budget

Greens promise $88b taxes including 33% inheritance tax for massive social safety net expansion. Video / Mark Mitchell

The Country: When will the PM visit China?

Christopher Luxon, Michael Every, Katie Milne, and Craig Wiggins.

Long-serving regional councillor resigns

Her resignation won't trigger a byelection; the seat stays vacant until October.

'Their responsibility': Harbourmaster warns skippers against dangerous bar crossings

The warning comes after two Raglan rescues carried out in three days.