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Protests against GE crops
Hundreds of people marched across the country in protest at genetically modified crops, part of global protests against GE giant Monsanto.
Woman critical after being 'dragged behind car'
Police interview a man who allegedly kidnapped and then dragged a young woman behind a car, leaving her badly injured.
Rain and tides could flood motorway
Stormy weather and king tides could flood some sections of Auckland motorway tonight.
Restaurant not equipped to deal with fire
Staff were unable to contain a devastating Queenstown fire because they had not recharged fire extinguishers.
Pastor visits arsonist who torched church
From the ashes of a Feilding church comes forgiveness, reconciliation with an arsonist.
Seriously happy to upset the status quo
Simon Lusk is an intriguing figure in NZ politics. So who is he and what does he do?
Anguish at fatal fire in Hokitika
Woman devastated that a father of two has perished despite her efforts to fight a huge shed fire.
Paroled killer's 'risky' actions
Man convicted of young woman's brutal rape and murder has a rocky start to freedom.
Men jailed after gangland turf shootout near school
Two men involved in a gangland shootout metres away from a school have been jailed.
Four-hour wait to get stitched up
A man is furious he was left for hours "bleeding like a stuck pig" because there were no ambulances or doctors available.
Tragic end to shift south
A move to Christchurch to look for work has ended in tragedy for a young family.
Police investigate Auckland shooting
A man is in hospital after being shot with a shotgun in Auckland last night.
'Perfect end' to 58-year love story
A couple inseparable in life have died just days apart after 58 years together.
Cloud again over Titahi Bay brigade
The troubled Titahi Bay fire brigade is under investigation again, this time over allegations of hiding money.
'Battery farm' puppies die in pet stores
Puppies raised in an alleged "battery farm" have been dying in pet stores.
Horrific slaying site to be sold, torn down
A Christchurch flat where teenager Hayden Miles was brutally murdered looks set to be demolished.
Fighting to restore her mum's name
Rowen Sullivan has two mums, but to get them recognised as such she must change the law.
No place left to feel safe
Attack on elderly woman in her own home has raised questions about neighbours' rights.
Selwyn MP at ease with background role
Amy Adams is happy playing second fiddle to "front man" Gerry Brownlee as he orchestrates Canterbury's earthquake recovery.
Rebuild targets a 'complete failure'
Canterbury insurers are failing to meet their own post-earthquake rebuild targets, blaming "unforeseen" problems for the delays.
Lasers in spotlight as strikes increase
It's just a matter of time before a laser strike causes a tragedy, according to a pilot.
Mayor rejects sale of assets
Politicians may be talking up the benefits of selling Christchurch's family silver for the rebuild but city councillors say it's not going to happen.
Queenstown building evacuated by fire
Firefighters have quelled a central Queenstown blaze that gutted a building.
Man killed in Waikuku collision
A man is dead and two children injured after a crash in North Canterbury this afternoon.
Peters: Immigrants, brothels and sin city
Winston Peters says Chinese immigration is responsible for Auckland's dark side.
Auditor-General won't investigate Solid Energy
Auditor-general refuses Solid Energy investigation, saying it is already under significant scrutiny.
Truck crash snarls Auckland traffic
Long drive home ahead for some Aucklanders after a truck rolled at the Newmarket Viaduct.
Robert Chambers: Posthumous knighthood for great legal mind
Supreme Court judge Robert Chambers, who died on Tuesday, was to have been knighted.
Erectile dysfunction drugs sold as herbal medicine
Jail for Auckland pharmacist who illegally sold erectile dysfunction drugs as "herbal medicine".
Teen hangout man arrested
Leroy Garrick was arrested after lashing out at media who reported his activity with teenagers.
Assessment for man shot by police
A man shot by police after allegedly attacking two sisters faces a fresh charge of threatening to kill.
Fears for missing Christchurch teenager
Police are searching for a Christchurch man in relation to the disappearance of a 13-year-old girl.
Racehorse mauled in vicious dog attack
A racehorse has been savaged by a dog in a "prolonged and vicious" attack at a Nelson beach.
Vexatious litigant to pay $11k costs
Man banned from launching court action without a judge's permission loses his latest case.
Water taxi skipper: Crash wasn't my fault
An experienced Auckland boat operator gets his face stitched up after a collision with a ferry, which he says wasn't his fault.
Car down bank a historic crash
A wrecked car found down a 20m bank has sparked an emergency search for the driver in Wellington this morning.
Don't hold your breath for sunshine
Today's break from the run of unsettled weather is expected to be short-lived.
Second Kiwi makes 9th Everest summit
Queenstown mountaineer Mark Woodward has become the second New Zealander to reach the top of Mt Everest for a ninth time.
Yurt dweller's 'tactical retreat'
Kris Kolff's home has withstood the elements for eight years. But in the end, the council beat it.
High commissioner paying $7500-a-week rent
Lockwood Smith is renting as the Government plans to sell London high commissioner's residence.
Alleged murderers appear in court
Two men charged with murder after their alleged victim died in hospital have been remanded.
Paddy conquers Everest
Death has not stopped adventurer Paddy Freaney reaching the summit of Mt Everest.
Woman trapped after head-on crash
LATEST: A woman remains in a stable condition in intensive care after a head-on vehicle crash near Shannon last night.
Abuse claims at 'seriously dysfunctional' care home
Patient allegedly forced to kneel with his nose against a wall at residence for intellectually disabled.
Large quake hits Tonga
Quake measuring 7.4 hits in the sea southwest of Tonga, shaking buildings in the capital.
Ministry officials take rap Meat blockade all but over
Primary Industries minister Nathan Guy has heaped blame for a major Chinese trade block at the feet of his officials, claiming he only learned last week that unauthorised export certificates were being issued.
Tainui parliament could roll Rau
A stoush is brewing among Tainui's political elite and will reach its peak this weekend.
Aussie Prime Minister's 'lodge' has NZ touch
It seems Kiwis are better than Australians at designing their prime minister's house.
Peg, 109, raises a glass to a life fulfilled
It's all in the genes
Longevity clearly runs in Peg Griffin's family.