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Elliot Cameron killed his brother in 1975, but the act was suppressed until now.
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One South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.
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Ethan Blackadder was wrongly sent for an HIA during the Crusaders' semifinal win.
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The 4-year-old stopped breathing after being caught in a playroom blind cord.
South Island's largest supermarket to open early and under $50m
The store, at 8100sq m, is the largest retail outlet in the South Island.
'Lots of frost': NZ braces for sub-zero chill, possible 'heavy rain' before Matariki
Much of the South Island is set to plunge below 0C tonight and tomorrow.
50-year secret unveiled: Gardener who murdered pensioner had killed before
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$60m hospital expansion to triple beds, double theatres in Christchurch
Full construction is set to begin in November.
Opinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leave
OPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.
Detective investigated after having intimate relationship with rape complainant
Queensland Police withdrew a job offer while they investigate the man's conduct.
'Abhorrent': Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
The waste includes depleted uranium from redundant radiation devices used to treat cancer.
Notorious Kiwi porn boss speaks from US prison cell
Michael Pratt issues apology to women who were tricked into appearing in porn videos.
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Grieving friend: Actor Marise Wipani had breast cancer when she died
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Woman avoids jail after 'falling in love' with friend's 15yo son
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A boots and all tribute to the women saving rugby.
St Bernard dog feared dead in Lyttelton blaze found alive
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Iran warns Israel of retaliation, Yanfei Bao's killer sentenced | NZ Herald Daily News Update
Iran warns Israel of retaliation following the attacks yesterday. Yanfei Bao's killer has finally been sentenced in the high court. Police are under scrutiny once again.
'You took my mummy away from me': Yanfei Bao's daughter's 'chilling' words to killer
Tingjun Cao has been sentenced today for the murder of Yanfei Bao in Christchurch in 2023.
Driver gets Jeep stuck in river trying to avoid group who allegedly assaulted him
Firefighters had to haul the half-submerged vehicle from a flooded ford.
'I'm not doing this': Ardern reflects on life captured on film
The life of NZ's former Prime Minister, who is a leader, a mother, and a wife.
Israel launches attack on Iran, PM Luxon readies for a trip to China | NZ Herald Afternoon Update
Israel launches attack on Iran, PM Luxon readies for a trip to China and one miracle survivor from a plane crash in India. Yanfei Bao's murderer is finally sentenced.
Indian aviation’s close connection with NZ and student pilots
Hundreds of student pilots will need support after the crash, aviation leader says.
Estate agent Yanfei Bao's killer booted from courtroom after angry outbursts
Tingjun Cao is being sentenced today for the murder of Yanfei Bao in Christchurch in 2023.
'Cleave my head open': Tenant allegedly breaks neighbour's ribs, charges another with machete
Tenant allegedly threatens to cut neighbour and puts another in hospital nine days later.
Protest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soar
The prison population is expected to reach nearly 14,000 in a decade.
Dawn Aerospace sells its first spaceplane – what the US buyer paid
The Aurora can reach 100km altitude, achieving three minutes of microgravity.
Elliott Smith: Our biggest rivalry? Not if the Blues can't break losing run
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Super Rugby: How the Blues can beat the Crusaders
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