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Wed, 08 Dec 2021 09:36:12 GMT
Man on boat in standoff with police in Marlborough Sounds bay
In a text sent from his boat, the man has told Stuff he won't be leaving until "matters are resolved".

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:59:08 GMT
Don't Look Up: Netflix's star-studded apocalyptic satire is an unmissable treat
REVIEW: Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio make a welcome return to our screens, just in time to try to save the world and join the Oscars' race.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:45:00 GMT
Silver Fern Sulu Fitzpatrick completes stunning rise with Dame Lois Muir Supreme Medal
Silver Ferns' defender recognised as the best netballer across all competitions at Netball New Zealand's annual awards night.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:07:47 GMT
Replacing Ashburton River bridge or building new one 'critical' to dealing with extreme weather
Recovery managers who dealt with Canterbury's winter floods are urging the Government to take the matter seriously.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 08:00:00 GMT
Silver Linings Playbook: The drama that won Jennifer Lawrence an Oscar hits Amazon
REVIEW: Filled with memorable moments, this 2012 tale, populated by a terrific ensemble, builds to a tense, toe-tapping, crowd-pleasing finale.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:47:04 GMT
Lyttelton Port boss Roger Gray sets sail for top role at Ports of Auckland
Gray has been at the helm of Lyttelton Port Company since February 2020 and will finish in March next year.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:34:22 GMT
KiwiRail suspends scenic trains until next year amid 'difficult' tourism market
KiwiRail will keep the brakes on two of its famous scenic railway journeys until the middle of next year amid continued uncertainty from Covid-19.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:15:00 GMT
The First Wave: Harrowing Disney+ doco takes you inside Covid-ravaged New York
REVIEW: This should be compulsory viewing for anyone who doesn’t believe the effects of Covid are real and potentially life-threatening.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:02:23 GMT
Recap: Ashes first test, Australia vs England day one in Brisbane
England's bowlers must wait until Thursday for a crack at the home batsmen after the touring side made a poor start to the first test in Brisbane.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:54:15 GMT
One dead after car goes into water in Tauranga
People say there was a bang before the car left the road, then people running to the scene, some swimming out to help.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:50:06 GMT
Judge challenges power of panel to inquire into alleged conduct
The judge's identity and background circumstances of the complaint can't be published, judicial conduct panel says.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:17:15 GMT
Tohu Harris appointed Warriors captain for 2022 NRL season
Veteran forward has been named as the club's skipper next season, replacing Roger Tuivasa-Sheck.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:00:00 GMT
Feilding pupils push message of acceptance in stage show
A Manawatū school is pushing a message of acceptance and saying no to racism in a production.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:00:00 GMT
Ryman Healthcare investing $30 million in Jean Sandel Retirement Village building project
Ryman Healthcare is to spend $30 million expanding the Jean Sandel Retirement Village in New Plymouth.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:33:15 GMT
Fourteen more people in court over drug smuggling at Auckland port and airport
Fourteen people have been arrested and millions of dollars in assets seized after a months-long investigation in Auckland.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:26:30 GMT
Streetscape work delayed until January because of contamination
Work on the Invercargill City Council's Esk St streetscape work has been delayed until sometime in January after archaeological material was found to be contaminated with low levels of cyanide and a mix of heavy metals.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:13:21 GMT
Thirty-year vision for Nelson's CBD approved by council
The proposal to transform the Nelson City Centre received strong support in public submissions, with more than 70 per cent in favour.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:12:11 GMT
Bumper summer of cricket gets bigger with another Stags game
The Central Stags will now make a third stop in Palmerston North this season.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:10:40 GMT
Three Waters and rising interest rates create potential financial headache for Tararau District Council
Uncertainty about Three Waters and rising interest rates causes for concern for Tararua District Council.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:10:04 GMT
New transfer station 'part of a bigger plan' for council to tackle waste
The recently opened recovery centre will take on more rubbish than the old station but one councillor says not enough is being done to reduce waste.



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