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Man charged with toddler's murder
A man is due to appear in court today charged with the murder of Wanganui toddler Karl Perigo-Check.
Witness in murder trial 'scared of repercussions', court told
The key witness in the trial of a man accused of murdering a friend seven years ago refused to talk to police for five years.
Another cold snap set to hit NZ - MetService
A cold southerly is set to dump more snow on the Desert Road and bring a chill to much of the country.
Gunman to be charged over brother's murder
Wanganui freezing worker David Bourke will tomorrow be charged with murdering his brother, police say.
High rating for Oxford Finance
Levin-based Oxford Finance yesterday became one of the highest-rated finance companies in New Zealand.
Drunk driver admits manslaughter of friend
A drunk teenage driver who crossed a median strip and collided with a Toyota Hilux admits killing his friend in the smash.
Most Kiwis don't want 'h' in Wanganui: poll
Most New Zealanders prefer the retention of the name Wanganui and no change to Whanganui, a poll released today says.