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Pageant organisers' brutal response to Kalo Funganitao speaking out.
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Mum fears her eight children will be orphaned if she dies and her partner is deported.
Bullied beauty queen's claims prompt calls for resignation
The deputy PM reportedly instructed the DJ to play loud music to drown out her speech.
'Cowards': Beauty queen hauled from stage after anti-bullying speech
In dramatic scenes at the pageant, Auckland University law student's mic was turned off.
Climate refugees pose challenges to mental health services
Climate change refugees could pose even greater challenges for NZ mental health services.
Tragedy in paradise: Couple who died in Fiji may have been poisoned
Infectious disease has been ruled out as the cause over mystery death.
15 lost at sea in wartime flying-boat crash
Two wartime Pacific plane crashes at sea, 21 dead, including a New Zealand Army general.
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Mate Ma'a Tonga v Kiwis: Police presence will be strong
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Dance review: Hope and harsh realities in triple treat of Pacific dances
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Dance review: Pacific Dance Festival opens with ground-breaking new work
Pacific Dance Festival opener heralds arrival of breath-taking new NZ dance collective.
Mystery deaths in Fiji: Couple's last texts revealed
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Air Force Orion finds Norwegian sailor after beacon activated
The Air Force has been tasked to rescue a Norwegian sailor off the coast of New Zealand.
Land made of land - the tragic story of one of our Pacific neighbours
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Call of Duty: How David Cowie is helping the world
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The whisky whack that ended Air NZ hijack drama
Hijacker who wanted to crash an Air NZ plane into Suva was foiled with a bottle of scotch.
Boat dented by whale in sea encounter
The couple on the boat were wondering what else could be coming their way.
Sub sets deepest record finds new life, old pollution
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Clarke Gayford on sharks, near-death - and Neve
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UN boss: It's up to the youth to 'rescue the planet'
Antonio Guterres called on youth to "be as noisy possible" until leaders listen to them.
Pua Magasiva mourned: Family thank public for support
Tributes continue for actor Pua Magasiva who died suddenly this weekend.
Big Read: Inside the criminal evolution of meth in NZ
Power, P cooks and profit. The evolution of meth changed the criminal underworld forever.
New Caledonia: Man vs wild, on a natural fitness trip
Anendra Singh challenges himself in the forests and ocean of New Caledonia.
Winter holidays in Fiji: Family jewels
Fiji's coral islands are not just for the honeymooners — they are child-friendly too.
Wedding of the year: Ideas for the Ardern-Gayford nuptials
Inside the plans for Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford's wedding.
The food revolution coming to Kiwi TV
It's a different reality TV cooking show - less bitchy, more kind.
Australian Defence Force preventing Kiwis from serving
Australia's government has concerns about an "insider threat" within their defence force.
Fascinating find: Scientist finds link to ancient home of Māori
Scoria blocks found at three sites in NZ traced to a volcanic island near Tahiti.
Whanganui trio prepare for international paddling duty
Whanganui trio Lucas Thompson, Jack Clifton and Sophie Brooke on international kayak duty
Cook Islands: Back to nature
The Cook Islands are returning to a pristine state, writes Mark Stratton.
