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Incentive scheme boosted to attract international films, TV to NZ

The rebate changes lower entry costs, expand eligibility, and aim to keep New Zealand competitive in the global screen market.

'Decent jolt': 4.9 magnitude quake strikes near Wellington

GeoNet said the quake occurred at 9.09pm and was centred 25km north-west of Wellington at a depth of 24km.

Lifeline to cut operations unless funding shortfall is plugged

Lifeline Aotearoa says it has had to stop services between midnight and 7am since March, and without sustainable funding, it cannot continue a full 24/7 service.

Jevon McSkimming admits to child sexual, bestiality material charges

The disgraced former deputy police commissioner pleaded guilty to three representative charges of possessing objectionable publications, namely child sexual exploitation and bestiality material.