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Archives for 23 April 2018

Nurses and midwives begin vote on further strike action

A potential strike would then take place in early July as a dispute over pay and conditions continues.

Health •

Royal baby watch: Fans camp outside London hospital as speculation swirls around name for William and Kate's imminent third child

1 NEWS' Joy Reid runs us through the favourite picks.

Royalty •

Hayley Holt on how alcoholism masked her deeper personal issues - 'Most of the reason you drink is resentment and fear'

The TVNZ1 Breakfast presenter touched on how she failed to set boundaries for herself before attending AA.

Health •

Banking expert says investigation into Australian bank behaviour isn't necessary this side of the Tasman

Claire Matthews says while the behaviour in Australia has been "undesirable", she's confident the New Zealand branches of the Australian-owned banks operate differently here.

Personal Finance •

'She's got a lovely presence about her' - Paula Bennett praises Jacinda Ardern's skills of communication but says government lacks 'ideas'

The National Party deputy leader was asked to give the biggest achievement of the Labour-led Government so far.

Politics •

'Things have got away on us' - Salvation Army says poverty in New Zealand at its worst since the last recession

About 100,000 Kiwi kids now live in "severe poverty" - and the problem is getting worse.

Young Chiefs halfback Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi invited to All Blacks' North Island camp

The 23-year-old will join other All Blacks from the Hurricanes, Blues and Chiefs in Wellington.

'Everybody should write their own book' - Lorraine Downes on how writing helped her recover from Martin Crowe's death

The former Miss Universe's book Life, Loss, Love details her marriage to the legendary New Zealand cricketer.

Watch: Virtual reality simulator puts Wellington 6m underwater after huge sea level rise

The project was undertaken to help illustrate the projected effects of climate change.

Climate Change •

Survivor NZ recap: Exploding rocks, explosive revelations and a tribe already in trouble

With huge prize money of $250,000 on the line, the new season of Survivor NZ sees the castaways playing the game harder than ever.

Television •

'Just like a five star hotel' - what Kate Middleton will be treated to in lavish $20k per night maternity ward with birth of third baby imminent

Ana Klemencic Cabuk talked of her experience in the swanky Lindo Wing of London's St Mary's Hospital, revealing what is in store for the Duchess of Cambridge.

Royalty •

Watch: Quick thinking man describes disarming Tennessee waffle house gunman after four people shot dead - 'You have to do this now'

Jame Shaw Jr, who was inside the Antioch Waffle said he waited for his opportunity and took it when suspect Travis Reinking's rifle appeared to jam.

North America •

Death of man in Whanganui being investigated as homicide

A second man at a Wikitoria Rd address was found with serious injuries.

Crime And Justice •

Auckland mums in minivans embark on 1000km mission to rescue girls netball team stranded after Jetstar cancels

A Jetstar flight from Palmy to Auckland was cancelled last night.

Auckland •

Watch: Former Phoenix prodigy Tyler Boyd scores unstoppable screamer in Portuguese Premier League

Boyd put all his skills on display and came away with a zinger in Tondela's 3-0 win over Aves.

Watch: Brian Tamaki's wife jokes about how he was a 'terrible patient' after being badly burnt by rubbish fire - 'I felt like a chambermaid'

The Destiny Church leader was absent from the church during his recuperation from what he says was a self-made rubbish fire gone wrong.

Religion •

Austin Powers star Verne Troyer reportedly threatened suicide weeks before death

Verne's tragic passing was announced yesterday.

Movies •

Air NZ ad takes cheeky dig at Aussie competitors after being named most trusted brand

The full page ads ran in papers across Australia.

Travel •

Watch: Beyonce takes tumble trying to lift sister during Coachella performance

Things didn't go as smoothly during the siblings' second routine yesterday.

Music •

Will Meghan Markle wear a royal tiara on her wedding day?

Some believe Markle may choose to conspicuously pay tribute to Prince Harry's mother Diana by wearing the Spencer tiara.

Royalty •

Man charged after serious multi-vehicle crash on Auckland's Southern Motorway

One woman had her back broken in Saturday's crash.

Auckland •

Master Plumbers joins the push for portable gas heaters to be made illegal in homes

The association says it supports a review into whether portable gas heaters should be outlawed from rental properties - but goes a step further and says they should be banned in all residential properties.

US teacher who groomed students with sordid naked pics into carpark sex avoids jail

The 24-year-old Ohio substitute teacher has been made to register as a sex offender after the incidents.

Crime And Justice •

Autopsy results revealed after shock death of DJ superstar Avicii

Avicii died while holidaying in Oman on Friday.

Comm Games gold medallist Sophie Pascoe moving to UK to find the extra 'one per cent' she desires for Tokyo Olympics

"I'm doing this to really challenge myself, to put myself outside my comfort zone," says the Kiwi para swimmer.

Paralympics •

UK Health Secretary warns Facebook over social media use by underage people

Jeremy Hunt said Facebook, Google, Snapchat and Twitter are responsible for minimising harmful effects.

Anzac Day forecast: What's the weather like for your area?

Thousands of New Zealanders are having Wednesday off. Check the forecast for your area here.

Auckland •

Cattle disease mycoplasma bovis weighs on farm sales

New Zealand farm sales fell 11 per cent in the March quarter from a year earlier.

Farming •

Super Rugby Power Rankings: Jaguares shake things up, Crusaders drop to third and the Blues need a miracle

Campbell Burnes breaks down who's rising and falling in Super Rugby.

Pop quiz: Eight per cent of would-be Aussie teachers are failing basic literacy, numeracy tests - can you correctly answer these four questions?

"It's vital teaching graduates have the skills to hit the ground running," Australia's Eduction Minister said today.

Breakers announce signing, Sydney recruit ex NBA star Andrew Bogut

Kings' signing hailed as the biggest in the history of the NBL.

Breakers •

Raw: Brave stewardess replaces window panel after it pops out on Air India flight, as sobbing passenger watches on in terror

The freak turbulence also left three people hospitalised.

Manawatu women's rugby player banned two years after positive meth test

Cyclones player claimed drug use was to stay awake driving home from training.

Petition to overturn water bottling consent in Canterbury receives huge support

Opponents say the companies will take 24 million litres of water per day from sites in Belfast.

Environment •

Head knock means Warriors star Tohu Harris won't face former club Storm

Former Storm player not travelling to Melbourne for Anzac Day clash.

Hunger striker vows to 'go the distance' on day eight of protest over quake claim

Christchurch's Peter Glasson says he's lost five kilos but his lawyers and Southern Response are negotiating.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Watch: 'I'm not f***ing mucking around' - ex-NRL star caught delivering drunken foul-mouthed tirade at woman in UK Maccas

Albert Kelly had a controversial NRL career where he was dumped from two teams over alcohol-related incidents.

Kia ora! TJ Perenara greets All Blacks halfback rival Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi into camp with a hongi

There's clearly no tension between the rivals for the No.9 jersey.

All Blacks •

Watch: Terrifying near miss after car recklessly tries passing manoeuvre between two trucks

"I couldn't believe it" said the truck driver who was forced to veer off-road to avoid the crash in Australia.

Australia •

Woman goes berserk on plane, overturning drink cart before throwing coffee filled pot and jumping on air marshall's back

Sarah Maria Beach has been charged over the incident on a Delta flight.

Benefactor humbles Kiwi conservationist rammed by fleeing tourist driver

"It's quite, quite humbling actually," said Paul Gasson.

West Coast •

Ministry says sorry to woman told her benefit was stopped because she'd been on two Tinder dates

The Ministry of Social Development says a case manager mistakenly told the woman her benefit was stopped because of the dates.

Major explosion in rodent numbers predicted after New Zealand's 'hottest summer on record'

The pests are expected to head indoors to find food and warmth during the colder months.

Auckland •

Measles alert for passengers on flight to Auckland from Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia Airlines flight MH133 arrived at 11pm on Sunday April 15.

Health •

Watch: This is where the power comes from! Rieko Ioane loads up the squat rack for massive legs workout

This is how the talented All Blacks superstar breaks all those tackles.

All Blacks •

Should the Anzac Day hashtag be a no-go for businesses?

Fair Go spotted several adverts last year referencing Anzac Day and using hashtags to post opening hours or sales.

Anzac Day •

Video: Don't forget us! Sonny Bill Williams and Dane Coles go through punishing rehab routine

The stars are quietly preparing to return to action in All Blacks' camp.

All Blacks •

Midwives to march on Parliament in call for fair pay and working conditions

Up to 40 Waikato midwives have left the job in the last six months alone, the Dear David Clark campaign said.

Health •

'Of course it's going to be of interest' - Jacinda Ardern comfortable with all those questions about the baby

The PM told the BBC she hopes someday the subject of juggling motherhood with politics won't be interesting anymore.

Politics •

Gas leak in central Porirua caused by truck hitting valve contained

A number of cordons were set up in the central city.

Wellington •

Mason Lino named to start again for the Warriors

Boom halfback to face Storm on Anzac Day after Johnson is unable to overcome injury.

A further 9000 Air NZ passengers will face disruptions due to Dreamliner safety concerns

Air NZ continue to respond to issues with its Rolls-Royce engines.

Air New Zealand •

Wellington bars and restaurants trial ban on plastic straws

Twenty-six bars, cafes, restaurants and food trucks on the waterfront are trialling a plastic straw-free future.

Wellington •

Watch: 'It's a lot easier to say triple-T!' Steve Hansen praises form of Chiefs halfback Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi

Hansen wanted a closer look at the young star.

All Blacks •

'I want to be a pilot' - Air Force hopes to inspire next generation of female recruits

Nearly 50 year 13 students are attending a week-long camp at Ohakea.

Social Issues •

Christchurch issues hurry up for new stadium and sports complex as Government decision imminent

A budget blowout of $75m halted work on the sport centre last year.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Greymouth Mayor Tony Kokshoorn set to step down after 15 years

Mr Kokshoorn has led the town through industry changes and the Pike River Mine disaster.

West Coast •

Cars, campervans and a house bus - Paul's sick of people being directed across his farm by Google Maps

Paul O'Malley worries someone may have an accident on his farm.

Dunedin And Otago •

Car buyers warned to do background check on their dealer after woman finds 14 decisions against trader

Fair Go reports Rebecca Mildren found a dangerous fault in the vehicle she bought that forced her off the road.

Duchess of Cambridge goes into labour, taken to St. Mary’s Hospital by car ahead of birth of third child

The palace said she's in the early stages of labour.

Royalty •

'I was proud of him' - Steve Hansen backs TJ Perenara's stance on Folau's anti-gay comments

Halfback commended for sending 'strong message' to young people.

All Blacks •

As we wait for the Royal baby to arrive, take a look at how we celebrated George and Charlotte

The little Prince and Princess are about to have a baby brother or sister.

Royalty •

Inspiring teen couple combine parenthood with building a future

Harmony and Shaun are thriving in their professional life, as well as looking after young Te Amorangi.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

'I can't stand the massive injustice' - Nelson student simulates plight of Bangladeshi garment workers

Yasmeen Jones-Chollet is working 112 hours sewing bags on the street to raise awareness about ethical shopping.

Driver asleep at the wheel lucky to escape serious injury as 4WD ploughs into roadside trees

Horrifying dashcam footage shows the incident southeast of Brisbane.

Australia •

Watch: The moment Kate and William reveal their new baby boy to the world outside London's exclusive St Mary's Hospital

The new arrival is the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William's third baby - born weighing eight pounds.

Royalty •

That could've been much worse! MLB star cops 154km/h pitch to the head

Side on replays show exactly where ball struck the Cubs hitter.

Rock star lawn bowlers of the BPL return to New Zealand

Coloured clothing, power plays and shot clocks are revolutionising the game.

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