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Fewer than 50 families to get National's full tax package, says CTU

Nicola Willis has ruled out changes to the 2025 Budget, despite global uncertainty over Trump's...

Fewer than 50 families to get National's full tax package, says CTU

Fewer than 50 families are likely to receive National's full $252 fortnightly tax break, based on the FamilyBoost scheme's lower than expected uptake, The Council of Trade Unions says.

Slideshow: Dunedin Dawn Service

Slideshow: Dunedin Dawn Service

Scenes from today's Dawn Service in the Queens Gardens, Dunedin.

Luxon marks 110 years since Gallipoli landing

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon delivering his speech at Gallipoli. Photo: Getty Images

Luxon marks 110 years since Gallipoli landing

The prime minister says the name of Gallipoli is etched into New Zealand's national identity.

Melbourne Anzac service marred by 'abhorrent' neo-Nazi jeering

Crowds gather at the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne for Anzac Day commemorations this morning...

Melbourne Anzac service marred by 'abhorrent' neo-Nazi jeering

Veterans and their families marched to the sound of brass and public applause as they paraded proudly with their medals on a day marred by neo-Nazis gatecrashing a sombre Anzac dawn service.

Company confirms 'tragic' death at Kaikorai factory

Emergency services at the scene at Scott Technology. Photo: Gregor Richardson

Company confirms 'tragic' death at Kaikorai factory

Dunedin robotics company Scott Technology Ltd says it is "deeply saddened" after the death of a worker at its Kaikorai Valley Rd site yesterday.

'It breaks my heart': PhD student's dad speaks of anger, grief

Kyle Whorrall and his father John Whorrall. Photo: Supplied

'It breaks my heart': PhD student's dad speaks of anger, grief

The father of a US PhD student who died after being attacked at an Auckland bus stop says his son was a "gentle and caring soul" who was deeply committed to his science.

'Vladimir, STOP!' says Trump after Kyiv attack

Rescuers search for survivors at an apartment building hit by a Russian missile strike in Kyiv....

'Vladimir, STOP!' says Trump after Kyiv attack

Russia pounded Kyiv with missiles, killing at least 12 people and drawing a rare rebuke from US President Donald Trump, who told Vladimir Putin: "Vladimir, STOP!"

Man critically hurt in West Auckland fracas

Police at the scene in West Auckland this morning. Photo: RNZ

Man critically hurt in West Auckland fracas

A man is in hospital in a critical condition with what are believed to be stab wounds after an incident in West Auckland early today.

Council cans rainbow crossings

An indicative rainbow crossing design for the intersection of Bath St and George St in Dunedin...

Council cans central city rainbow crossings

Rainbow crossings will not be part of a revised design for Bath St, in central Dunedin, as the city council looks to keep an upgrade within budget.

Major blaze at recycling plant contained

Crews contain major blaze at Auckland recycling plant

Fire officials say smoke from a large recycling plant fire in Auckland's North Shore overnight has lessened.

Southerners brave cold for Anzac services

Southerners brave cold for Anzac Day services

Crowds have braved chilly conditions to turn out for Anzac Day services in the South this morning.

Last-minute call for people to share pandemic experiences

Covid-19 Inquiry chair Grant Illingworth KC . Photo: RNZ

Last-minute call for people to share pandemic experiences

The chair of the Covid-19 Inquiry has put out a last-minute call for people to share their experiences during the global pandemic.

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Council looks at reinstating fireworks

Fireworks light up the night sky in the Octagon as Dunedin welcomes in the new year in 2020. The...

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Council looks at reinstating fireworks

Fireworks could be back with a vengeance for Dunedin’s next New Year’s Eve celebrations.

100-year-old veteran:‘ I felt it was my duty’

World war II vet, Arthur Driver, 101. Photo: Stephen Jaquiery

100-year-old veteran:‘ I felt it was my duty’

Arthur Driver is among the last of his generation.

‘Celestial smile’ to greet very early risers

Otago Museum Director, Dr Ian Griffin. PHOTO: PETER MCINTOSH

‘Celestial smile’ to greet very early risers

If you get up at 4.56am tomorrow, go outside, do a handstand and turn to the east, neighbours might think you are a hardcore fitness guru.

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Air NZ stands by high fares for the South

Air NZ CFO, Richard Thomson. PHOTO: ODT FILES

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Air NZ stands by high fares for the South

Air New Zealand has defended high prices Southerners are railing against, but its chief financial officer could only offer sympathy yesterday.

Masters crew excited about event

Dunedin rowers Lorraine Drew (78, left) and Bernadette Drummond, 71, look forward to making waves...

Masters crew excited about event

It started out as three months in a rocky boat — lucky just to keep afloat at times.

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Push to increase apprenticeship numbers

Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Push to increase apprenticeship numbers

The government wants to "super-charge" apprenticeship numbers by getting more industries directly involved in the training and development of courses.

St Peter's reopens to faithful farewelling Pope

Faithful line up in St Peter's Square to pay homage to the body of Pope Francis in Vatican City,...

St Peter's reopens to faithful farewelling Pope

St Peter's Basilica reopened its doors this morning (local time) to welcome thousands of worshippers from around the world who want to pay their final respects to Pope Francis.

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Funds from stolen crayfish paid gang mortgage

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Funds from stolen crayfish paid gang mortgage

A patched King Cobra member used money from a stolen crayfish racket to pay the mortgage on a gang pad and buy a car, a court has heard.

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