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Recycling crisis: Overflow, contamination could close waste station

Rubbish dumped at Raetihi's recycling facility includes food waste and animal carcasses.

Man wanted his conviction quashed, saying he was sick, but appeal uncovered a bigger issue

A technical failure in the court resulted in the trial not being recorded or transcribed.

Kea Kids: Omaka Aviation gears up for high-flying Easter show

Reporter Evie is at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre where pilots are dusting off these stunningly majestic planes to put on an historic Easter show.

Heating source likely cause of hot tub fire

Firefighters were called to a property in Bulls early on Monday morning.

‘We won’t land bank’: Battle looms as council blocks new home zoning in Warkworth

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown opposes land plan as company heads to court.

Fears for dying kids as the country’s only specialist takes extended leave

General paediatricians were asked to fill the role but lacked training.

Auckland's national stadium decision and AT struggles to collect fines | NZ Herald News Update

Auckland Council will decide if an upgraded Eden Park or a new stadium will be the city's national stadium and Auckland Transport struggles to collect bus and transit lane fines.

Thomas Coughlan: Winston Peters has a lot of thoughts about ... Labour

OPINION: Winston Peters couldn't stop talking about the Labour Party.

Mother shares struggle with adopted FASD son

She felt relieved when her adopted son was diagnosed at 16.

Public servants asked whether their work provides value for taxpayers

The topics in the 2025 Public Service Census 'reflect the Government's priorities'.

Why MP Willie Jackson intends to stay

Labour MP Willie Jackson talks about why he is committed to staying in politics.

When Kenyon Clarke met John Murphy

Car dealer John Murphy says he will privately prosecute the property developer.

Editorial: Boycotting Afghanistan cricket plays into Taliban’s world view

OPINION: Would a boycott of Afghanistan cricket achieve anything?

‘Failed to achieve anything meaningful’: Why councillor won’t seek re-election

Revealed: Which Rotorua councillors say they will – or won't – stand in local election.

Masked group targets Michael Hill Jewellers in Mānawa Bay mall.

They were filmed carrying out a brazen smash-and-grab on the jewellery store. Video / Supplied

Watch: Group targets luxury new shopping centre in brazen smash-and-grab

The masked group smashed their way into the glass counters.

Opinion: Why investors should remain hopeful despite market dip

The S&P 500 has dropped 10% from its February highs, entering a correction.

Person seriously injured in stabbing after reported group fight in Mt Eden

Emergency services were called to the scene about 6.40pm.