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Labour scathing of ads targeting 'mega strike'

Public Service Commissioner Brian Roche. Photo: RNZ

Labour scathing of ads targeting 'mega strike'

The Labour Party is concerned the Public Service Commissioner is acting in an "overly politicised way", as teachers and health workers prepare for a 'mega strike' this week.

Vehicles destroyed in hospital carpark blaze

The fire in the Whangārei Hospital staff damaged multiple cars. Photo: Susan Edmunds

Vehicles destroyed in hospital carpark blaze

A blaze that damaged dozens of cars in a Whangarei Hospital carpark is believed to have been caused by a hot exhaust pipe igniting long grass nearby.

Watch: Pedestrian blown into traffic by Wellington wind

A dramatic video shows the moment a pedestrian is blown off their feet and into traffic in Wellington.

Tree falls on Christchurch school bus

The bus was waiting for the school pick up at the Rapaki bus stop when the tree fell on top of it...

Tree falls on Christchurch school bus

A large tree fell on a Christchurch Metro bus this afternoon, just before it was about to pick up school children.

Wild weather wreaks havoc for many

One person has died, thousands are without power and evacuation warnings have been issued while multiple scrub fires burn, as severe winds buffet parts of NZ.

Planes grounded at Christchurch Airport

Operations at Christchurch Airport have been paused, leading to the cancellation of flights in and out of the city due to severe weather.

Warnings as weather hikes outdoor fire risks

Warnings as weather hikes outdoor fire risks

Fire officials are warning of an elevated fire danger in many areas, including Southland, as ongoing wild spring weather hammers the country.

Labour MP stepping down in Christchurch

Christchurch Central Labour MP Duncan Webb will not seek re-election in next year's general election.

High winds claim campervans in Canterbury

High winds are making life difficult for campervan drivers in Canterbury, where two of the vehicles have rolled today.

Rock thrown through MP's car window

Rock thrown through window of Canterbury MP's car

A Canterbury MP was "pretty disappointed" to discover his car had been vandalised.

Man accused of slavery goes on trial

Moeaia Tuai is on trial before the High Court at Auckland. Photo: RNZ

Man accused of slavery goes on trial

An Auckland man controlled two teenagers "as if they were his property", put them to work and kept their money, a jury has been told.

'Ah crap, here we go': Kiwi runner survives bear attack in Japan

Billy Halloran on his way to hospital after the bear attack, along with an x-ray of his broken...

'Ah crap, here we go': Kiwi runner survives bear attack in Japan

A Kiwi living in Japan had his arm broken and calf muscles punctured when he was attacked by a bear in the foothills of Myoko.

Te Pāti Māori MP responds to overspend allegations

Te Pati Maori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi. PHOTO: ODT FILES

Te Pāti Māori MP responds to overspend allegations

Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi has hit back at the allegations of "major overspending" from her own party, insisting her electorate budget has never been overspent.

Concern at Hauraki marine protection law

The new rules allow some commercial fishing in two of the 12 high protection areas. Photo: Raewyn...

Concern at Hauraki marine protection law

The new Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act - in force from this weekend - has been watered down and politicised, a recreational fishing advocacy group says.

New uniforms, stationery if pupils attend school

Students at Te Kōmanawa Rowley Primary School who turn up for 80% of the time will get a new...

New uniforms, stationery if pupils attend school

Parents at a Christchurch school are being offered financial incentives if their children meet attendance targets.

Winging it until pets allowed on buses

Tony Church and his budgie 'Monster' riding the bus on Stanmore Rd. Photo: Geoff Sloan

Winging it until pets allowed on buses

Tony Church is legally blind and almost every day takes his budgie Monster on the bus in Christchurch. But there is a problem.

Wesley College closing hostels over safety concerns

Boarding hostels at Wesley College, in Paerata at the northern end of Pukekohe, will close at the...

Wesley College closing hostels over safety concerns

The country's oldest registered secondary school says it's shuttering its boarding hostels due to ongoing concerns around student safety.

Girl given vaccination at school against mother's wishes

Initial research shows being fully vaccinated with a booster shot is proving effective against...

Girl given vaccination at school against mother's wishes

An 11-year-old girl was given a vaccination at school even though her mother ticked a box on a form refusing consent for this to happen.

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