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Complaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaign
The local council said it did not take a position on any political issue.

Southland farmer's edible bale wrap nets global interest
'No one else is doing it. No one else in the world. Just little old Grant from Orepuki.'

Ex-Catholic teacher’s 40th sex abuse conviction emerges as another victim steps forward
The former Marist Brother has already been sentenced three times for preying on children.

The rise of eco-terrorism: How far would you go to save the planet?
A new Kiwi novel asks if taking direct action is more ethical than doing nothing at all.

Highlanders hold off fierce Moana Pasifika fightback
The Highlanders did just enough to spoil Moana Pasifika's first game at their new home.

‘I saw a stab wound’: Teen bystander tried to stop fatal Dunedin bus hub fight
The teenage witness held his hoodie to the other boy's stab wound.

Paul Lewis: The decisions that led to Blues' most embarrassing loss
OPINION: There was a whiff of complacency, almost arrogance, about the Blues.

Breakers great dies aged 46
Kevin Braswell was part of the Breakers' title-winning team in 2011.

Chris Rattue: Why Beauden Barrett's All Blacks time is up
OPINION: The All Blacks should future-proof by moving on from Barrett at fullback.

Parole denied: Sex offender still not ready for release from prison
Paiea Waihirere abused a young girl for six years and took photos of the acts.

‘Staff it appropriately’: Call for review after major North Auckland fire
The union is requesting a review of firefighting response in dense areas.

Phil Gifford: We will know this week whether the Crusaders are back
OPINION: Six talking points heading into the second round of Super Rugby Pacific.

Indecency case: Young woman’s courage brings down prominent Ngāpuhi leader
Judge Bayley criticised Tau's stance, noting his 40 prior convictions.

Pivotal Ten gets chance to shine in NZ’s richest race
Southlander will be running for glory under northern lights in March.

Well-known NZ Herald names to depart as 30 roles cut from newsroom; new video brand on way
Political editor and senior sports columnist among those who are opting to leave.

South Island farmers move to flexible milking
DairyNZ finds over 40% of Canterbury and Otago-Southland farmers use flexible milking.

Speed cameras out of action as NZTA takes over from police
The idle devices may be located in your area.

‘A lot of reminiscing’: Iconic choir’s final reunion in Tauranga
The choir performed for Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, in Wellington.

Takahē release to boost wild population
The bird once thought to be extinct is beating the odds in the wild.

Clutha siege death: Armed offender involved in previous stand-off with police
Farm worker named after being found dead following armed standoff.

‘Completion, not competition’: Father-son duo tackle epic race
Gisborne-East Coast athletes were well represented in the Coast to Coast adventure race.