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News in 90 March 31

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The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including police keeping a watch on fuel related crime, and how do you steal 400,000 KitKats? (Source: 1News)

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including police keeping a watch on fuel related crime, and how do you steal 400,000 KitKats?

Police say they're poised for any increase in fuel related crime should it occur, as prices climb.

Australian police have released new details about the standoff with accused police shooter Desi Freeman.

Donald Trump has again threatened Iranian infrastructure, as his Secretary of State insists the war is ahead of schedule.

Thieves have swiped more than 400,000 KitKats during a heist in in Europe.

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Tauranga City Council has hired four external law firms to respond to the Mauao landslide inquiries.

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Several inquiries have been opened into the landslide, including by the Coroner, NZ Police, WorkSafe NZ, central government and the council.

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