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'Why don't we have one?': No voting booth at Middlemore for patients, staff
Middlemore is the only major hospital in Auckland to be without an on-site polling booth.
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Four arrested in Avondale police operation after alleged shoplifting incident in Henderson
One alleged thief pushed a worker before fleeing in a vehicle.
Opportunity to create a Future Generations Commissioner to end 'short-term political thinking'
The Qiulae Wong-led party has supported a longer-term focus on policymaking.
'They'd be stupid not to': Act cashes in on Paul Henry's star power to make case for party vote
The former broadcaster has fronted 29 public meetings since announcing his candidacy.
Is NZ's health system in crisis? Luxon and Hipkins clash in leaders’ debate
Luxon and Hipkins traded blame for the severe pressure facing hospitals.
Electoral Commission defends enrolment efforts amid Hipkins criticism
Overall enrolment sits at 91.5%, ahead of the same point before the 2023 election.
National admits restricting right to silence in child murder cases may breach Bill of Rights Act
A lawyer says the proposal appeared to be a 'quick fix' to a complex, case-specific issue.
Greens propose scrapping apprentice training wage, offer $2000 equipment grants under new plan
The training wage is $19.16 an hour, 80% of the $23.95 adult minimum wage.
'That's racist bulls***': Act candidate heckled over Te Tiriti stance at Akl central debate
Candace Kinser was notably absent, citing a prior commitment on Aotea Great Barrier.
'A trap': Act attacks Labour over student debt relief
Labour is proposing a 10% student debt cut for those not covered by Fees Free.
Four sailors rescued after yacht strikes whale in South Pacific
The sailors spent several hours stranded in a life raft before being rescued.
'An access to life': Why does mobility parking abuse cause such a stir?
Only permit holders can use mobility parks, but many drivers still ignore the rules.
Herne Bay vehicle v cyclist serious crash: One person has critical injuries
West End Rd was blocked following the incident but has since reopened to traffic.
School holiday crunch: Top picks as 850,000 prepare to fly with Air NZ
Rarotonga leads Pacific getaways, while Singapore tops long-haul travel.
Alleged altercation involving two Air NZ pilots at San Fran hotel reported to CAA
At least two scheduled Auckland-bound flights were cancelled.
Politicians debate key issues facing NZ’s health system
Some members of the public vented frustration at the event.
'Best spring conditions in the world': Mt Ruapehu skifields compete with shoulder season deals
Both Whakapapa and Tūroa are expected to remain open until late October.
Samsung NZ ad mocking foldable iPhone goes viral
NZ's own Tim Cook flew to Auckland to film a parody ad praising Samsung's foldable phone.
'No body... no verdict': Sister of Kiwi still missing in Nepal struggling for closure
Dejan Kuzmic's family is now preparing for the possibility he may never come home.
Turkish Airlines records NZ-bound passenger as 'no-show' after failing to issue boarding passes at gate
Antje Foster says she was left stranded in Istanbul with little help from staff.
Megan Alatini's brave act as friend coward punched, left unconscious
Former pop singer and wife threatened as they rushed to man's aid.
Mobility park backlash: Bentley listed as stolen, threats over product post
Husband-and-wife owners of award-winning business say online criticism has gone too far.
'Far from over': Health NZ bracing for weeks of strain from sickness surge
Pressures on the health system are expected to continue for another three to four weeks.
Flu surge forces hospitals to cancel elective surgeries
Respiratory outbreaks are increasing hospital demand and contributing to surgery delays.
Energy Minister says proposed LNG terminal remains 'critically important' despite Methanex closure
Opposition parties say the planned shutdown has cast doubt on the case for the terminal.
Bill passes making lifejackets mandatory on all small boats while underway
Officials estimate the new rule could save about 10 lives a year.
Kiwis' alcohol consumption falls to lowest level since records began
New Zealand’s consumption is now among the lowest of all OECD countries.
Tradie's plea for mandatory asbestos training after terminal cancer diagnosis
'It turns out I've got the worst case ... We hit a wall. My life changed.'
National pledges new penalties on Kiwis overseas with student debt, as local grads get relief
Loan repayments would fall from 12 to 10 cents on every dollar above the threshold.
Fog restrictions lift at Auckland Airport, 42 flights cancelled, delayed
Fog restrictions were relaxed at 9.35am, an airport spokesperson said.
Immigration NZ cancels transgender woman's visitor visa before she boards flight to Auckland
She planned to be the first family member to visit her uncle since he moved to NZ.
Akl Council says busking remains important as street performer slams CBD 'exclusion zones'
Auckland Live is now reviewing the busking restrictions and processes.