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Pakistan: Gunmen kill 2 policemen in southwestern Quetta

The gunmen on a motorcycle have opened fire on police sergeants

Family heartbroken after discovering RSA lost loaned war medals

Six medals belonging to the late World War Two veteran Walter Smith were loaned to the RSA in Timaru.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Eradication or management? Decision due today on Mycoplasma bovis plan

More than 22,000 cattle have now been culled - are more destined for the works in a bid to rid NZ of the disease?

Farming •

Nearly 30,000 nurses to walk off the job twice over staffing shortages and low pay

"We're needing a very clear pay boost right now." says the nurses' union.

Health •

Wellington wakes to a hailstorm - and there are more gale-force winds on the way today after 100kmh gusts hit overnight

Strong winds are also possible today in exposed, coastal areas of Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa and Canterbury.

Weather News •

Video: 'This is a marathon, not a sprint' - National's Simon Bridges happy with nine per cent in preferred PM stakes, despite shadow of Ardern's 40 per cent rating

Mr Bridges said the Newshub-Reid poll showed he was "the most popular leader of the most popular party in parliament".

Politics •

Drunk man accidentally shoots himself in the chest near Gisborne

The 34-year-old was flown to Gisborne Hospital in a moderate condition.

Accidents •

'I'd be loath to' - National's Simon Bridges says abortion should stay in the Crimes Act

Mr Bridges says New Zealand's law is working fine, so why change.

Social Issues •

Watch: Heartbroken Kiwi mum of murdered 12-year-old Tiahleigh Palmer tells 60 Minutes she thought foster care was ‘the safe option’

Cindy Palmer said a "severe domestic violence situation" led her to put her daughter Tiahleigh into care.

Australia •

South African High Commissioner to New Zealand says she was followed 'every day' by suspicious supermarket guard

Viyiswa Tulelo says: "To security I am every other black woman. He sees a black woman. What does he think? He thinks there is going to be theft!"

Social Issues •

The Secret North Korea Stopover: Following the world's migratory shorebirds

A small group of New Zealanders has been slipping in and out of North Korea for almost a decade, as part of an unlikely collaboration that could end up saving the world’s migratory shore birds.

Environment •

Was this aliens paying us a visit? Pentagon papers reveal new details of US Navy’s 2004 strange encounter with UFO

An allegedly leaked Pentagon report has revealed first-hand accounts of the bizarre "Tic Tac" object.

Defence •

Most popular: After Northland mum leaves baby on footpath to gamble, hotel axes pokies

"This decision was a simple one for us to make which we think is long over due," the pub's owner wrote.

Legendary New Zealand middle distance runner and Auckland councillor Dick Quax dies

Close friend and fellow athlete Rod Dixon posted of Dick's death online, saying "my great friend and competitor passed away peacefully in New Zealand this morning".

Olympics •

Eradication likely option as decision nears on Mycoplasma bovis solution

No other country has been successful with eradication, but NZ may attempt it.

Farming •

Obituary: Dick Quax, Olympic medallist and Auckland politician, dies aged 70

The champion middle-distance runner succumbed to his cancer battle today.

Politics •

Proposals to improve literacy and numeracy in NCEA no 'giant fix' - principal

Avondale College Principal Brent Lewis said the intentions of the proposals were "extremely positive".

Education •

Super Rugby Power Rankings: Crusaders cement their spot at the top, Aussie conference just got tighter

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

Raw video: Young 'Spiderman' hailed a hero after climbing four storeys to save toddler dangling from Paris balcony

In video captured of the rescue, the crowd nervously encourages Mr Gassama as he quickly scales the building's exterior.

UK And Europe •

New Zealand's horror road toll: Five more dead after another weekend of carnage

The 2018 road toll now stands at 159 which is significantly above that at the same time last year.

Accidents •

Watch: All Blacks front rowers squat about 200kg in brutal gym workout

Ofa Tu'ungafasi and Owen Franks stacked the weight on the squat rack in Christchurch, with Codie Taylor showing front rowers can do chin ups.

All Blacks •

'Harvey Specter' invites Meghan Markle and Prince Harry to holiday at his luxury Noosa beachfront pad

They could stay with Meghan's Suits co-star on their way to NZ.

Royalty •

Raw: Scary footage shows raging flash floods rip through US city wreaking devastation

The community on Maryland's Patapsco River was stricken by similar deadly flooding in 2016.

North America •

Captive dolphins enjoy seeing friendly humans most of all, study finds

The dolphins were seen to "spy-hop" - to put their heads above water - to look for familiar people.

Animals •

'It's hard case' – All Blacks livewire Damian McKenzie on mixing with Crusaders rivals ahead of Super Rugby battle

The All Blacks start their season against the French next weekend, after the Crusaders and Chiefs clash on Saturday.

Christchurch to have chlorine levels reduced to address 'taste and smell' of city's water

The council says the potential benefits outweigh the risk.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

'I wouldn't mind being a first-five!' – Brodie Retallick jokes about playmaker switch

The All Blacks lock is looking to take a leaf out of Damian McKenzie's book.

All Blacks •

Brodie Retallick plays down All Blacks captaincy talk - 'There's a great group of leaders here that fill the void'

The lock is a key member of the All Blacks' leadership group.

All Blacks •

'I just do what I'm told' – Damian McKenzie happy with All Blacks utility role

McKenzie will cover first-five and fullback for the upcoming series against France.

All Blacks •

Watch: Brodie Retallick itching to face locking partner Sam Whitelock this weekend

They're teammates in camp today but they'll be enemies in just a few days.

All Blacks •

Watch: James Cameron reveals there is a 'haka' in new Avatar film, made with help from Kiwi actor Cliff Curtis

Curtis gave guidance on how to include tails and other alien body parts into an otherworldly version of the Maori war dance.

Movies •

Jacinda Ardern turns her to do list into a work of art for charity fundraiser

Other well known Kiwis including Suzanne Paul, Jack Tame and Nandor Tanczo have submitted works to raise funds for families with children with disabilities.

Arts And Culture •

Watch: South Auckland teen rushed to hospital was foot-tripped and punched in schoolyard bullying attack, says principal

James Cook High School principal Grant McMillan said the student fell and bashed his head on the ground.

Auckland •

Crash outside Orana Wildlife Park in Christchurch leaves one person trapped in vehicle

A vehicle has collided with a power pole, bringing wires down.

Accidents •

'Auckland is struggling to get past 12 or 13. That's a proper August' - Cold air from Antarctic keeping it chilly

But bitterly cold southerly sweeping NZ a pleasant surprise for some.

Dunedin And Otago •

New offer: DHB almost doubles pay offer to Kiwi nurses to more than half a billion dollars

They hope the offer will mean two days of strike action will be called off.

Employment •

Male teen driver dies in hospital after crashing while fleeing cops in Palmerston North; 12-year-old female passenger died at scene

Police say at 1.30pm the driver of a vehicle failed to stop for them on Monrad Street.

Accidents •

Watch: Julian Savea explains why he's doing Ramadan – 'I'm still learning'

Savea is taking part in the Islamic observance to support his wife.

Hurricanes •

Hurricanes need 'kick up the bum' after Crusaders loss, says assistant coach

John Plumtree spoke about his side learning from their 24-13 defeat by the Hurricanes

Hurricanes •

New Aussie drug could prevent heart failure for thousands

An estimated 80 per cent of heart attack survivors go on to develop progressive heart failure but new drug could stop that happening.

Health •

Plunket warns against wrapping sleeping babies in polar fleece

Synthetic materials increase the risk of infants overheating.

Nelson •

Raw video: Shocking footage shows armed thugs destroying Salelologa Market in Samoa as terrified residents look on

The market was the target of men armed with machetes and a rifle as a "war" erupted between two villages today.

Pacific Islands •

'He was an inspirational guy' - Dick Quax remembered by legendary broadcaster Brendan Telfer

Telfer spoke to 1 NEWS about his old friend who died today, aged 70.

Principal's message to South Auckland bullies who put school kid in hospital: 'Serious bullying involves police'

Up to three students are likely to be suspended from a South Auckland high school after a bullying incident left a teenager in hospital today.

Crime And Justice •

Bus drivers' strike to affect services in Auckland including rides to the airport tomorrow morning

The Go Bus drivers' strike will affect 49 bus trips in the morning.

Transport •

Government signs off on culling 150,000 cows, claims over 99% of NZ farms are already free of mycoplasma bovis

The Government chose today the option of phased eradication to attempt to combat the cow disease.

Farming •

Truckie who fatally hit prominent cycling vet without realising is sent to jail

Truckie claims he didn't see victim but Brisbane judge says victim was in his line of sight for 13 seconds.

Highlanders expect All Blacks stars to be ready for Hurricanes after midweek camp

Assistant coach Glenn Delaney says the likes of Ben and Aaron Smith will feature this Friday.

Highlanders •

Highlanders anticipating 'box office clash' against Hurricanes in Dunedin

The two sides will meet in Super Rugby this Friday night.

Highlanders •

1 NEWS' Colmar Brunton Poll: Budget fails to deliver boost for Labour but Ardern up four per cent as preferred PM

Jacinda Ardern rose four per cent to 41 per cent as most preferred Prime Minister, with National leader Simon Bridges gaining two per cent to 12 per cent.

Politics •

'In 2018, it should no longer be a part of our Crimes Act' - PM discusses moving abortion to Health Act

The Law Commission are currently looking into NZ's laws.

Politics •

'Quietly talking to a number of players' - National Party working on new coalition partners after ACT's disappointing result in new poll

Simon Bridges told 1NEWS he's working on a new party to replace ACT, who will continue to have just one seat in Parliament according to the latest 1 NEWS Colmar Brunton Poll.

Politics •

Proposed changes to NCEA level one slammed by headmaster of top Auckland school - 'Working to the lowest common denominator'

Students would require half the number of credits with no exams.

Education •

'The nearest thing to the perfect stride' – Dick Quax remembered as one of NZ's best

The Olympic silver medallist died today, aged 70.

Farmers who fought to save pregnant cows shocked at mass Mycoplasma bovis cull - 'I can't believe they would kill that many'

For Lynda and Gary Burgess the Government's action plan has come as very sad news.

Farming •

Watch: From spray tans to suits, a newbie's guide on what to expect at the school ball

It’s an exciting time for students around NZ as they prepare for the big event.

Education •

Church warns of downfall of Samoa Government over tax

The claim was made during the general debate at the Congregational Christian Church of Samoa's general assembly at Malua.

Pacific Islands •

From Star Trek to Lego designs: Meet the man giving Kiwis a colourful farewell with his personalised coffins

Tim Wilson meet's Dying Art's Ross Hall and finds that death is getting personal.

'The ripple effect has been amazing' - Motueka inspiring the rest of New Zealand with solutions to cut down on plastic bags, disposable coffee cups

Cup recycling program and Boomerang Bags reducing the town's waste.

Nelson •

Young 'Spiderman' who saved toddler dangling from Paris balcony to meet French President

Mamoudou Gassama has gained international acclaim after the daring rescue was caught on camera.

UK And Europe •

Double-fatal crash: Eyewitness video shows police car pursuing blue Subaru before vehicle crashes in Palmerston North

A 12-year-old girl, a passenger, died at the scene and the 15-year-old male driver died later in hospital.

Accidents •
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