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One person seriously injured in early morning Hamilton assault

The incident took place in the suburb of Bader.

Crime And Justice •

Dance show through Pasifika lense aims to crack open New Zealand's masculine culture - 'Men should have a cry'

"I grew up in a Samoan family and we were always taught to be a certain way, and of course growing up in New Zealand, which I guess is a very masculine society."

Arts And Culture •

Burt Reynolds, Hollywood legend of 70s and 80s dies aged 82

He starred in numerous films including Deliverance and Boogie Nights.

Movies •

'Mistakes are slowly starting to disappear' - Tasman confident ahead of Auckland NPC clash

Both teams are uneaten and face off tonight at Eden Park in Auckland.

McDonald's employees left shaken after early morning robberies of two Waikato outlets

Restaurants in Cambrige and Hamilton were hit.

Crime And Justice •

'This is going to work for us' - Paihia residents' bid to rid town of violent crime has full support of local council

Far North Mayor says Foreshore for Sure group is doing a "brilliant job."

Northland •

Persistent mistaken identity blunders exasperate Christchurch man, affecting his mental health

Liam Ward fears he'll be apprehended at the airport.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Warriors are a 'dead set chance of going all the way' to NRL grand final – Tony Kemp

The former coach is confident the team can win their next three games.

Warriors •

NZ Air Force aircraft deploying to Japan to help enforce sanctions against North Korea

Winston Peters announces that P-3K2 aircraft will carry out patrols.

Defence •

Man charged with murder over death of two-year-old at Mangawhai Heads

The child died at an address in the coastal settlement, north of Auckland, on August 22.

Auckland •

DOC rescuers, helicopter unable to find whale tangled in rope in Bay of Islands

The department sent out whale entanglement response teams and a helicopter this morning.

Animals •

Jacinda Ardern says she won't sack Clare Curran over conducting Government business via private email

Ms Curran, The Broadcasting Minister, struggled to answer questions about the issue in the House on Wednesday.

Politics •

'Mongrel Mob Canada' opens up shop in Montreal area of Quebec

It's the first time NZs largest gang has had a documented presence in the country, and a criminologist says they are likely to come under pressure from local rivals.

Crime And Justice •

Evacuated residents in Otago town of Milton able to return home after chemical leak

Schools in the area can now let students and staff outside after leak of chemical chloropicrin.

Dunedin And Otago •

Watch: The delightful and adorable moment Sonny Bill Williams chats with five-year-old All Blacks fan in Nelson

SBW, Ofa Tu'ungafasi and Shannon Frizell signed signatures and mingled with fans ahead of their Test with Argentina.

All Blacks •

East Coast region gets $152.7 million Government cash injection for roads, tourism, airport

It is a "significant boost" for the Tairāwhiti region, says Jacinda Ardern.

Gisborne •

As it happened: Clare Curran resigns, former 1 NEWS journalist Kris Faafoi named new Broadcasting Minister

Ms Curran was the Minister for Broadcasting, Communications and Digital Media.

Politics •

Man charged over stabbing of roadside preacher in Auckland CBD on Sunday

The incident happened on Pitt Street.

Auckland •

'Rot in prison' - man who murdered mother of three children jailed for at least 11 years

Cory Scott Jefferies killed Kim Richmond after a night drinking at the local hall.

Crime And Justice •

'A tough one for her' – Jacinda Ardern on Clare Curran's resignation from ministerial portfolios after position became 'untenable'

The Prime Minister said Ms Curran contacted her last night with her decision to step down.

Politics •

Kiwi weightlifter Laurel Hubbard returns from injury, set to compete at NZ nationals

Hubbard will be joined by Commonwealth Games champion lifter David Liti at the event in Papatoetoe.

Clare Curran situation has 'done real damage' to Jacinda Ardern and Government's credibility - Simon Bridges

The National Party leaders says the Prime Minister should have acted more decisively earlier over the debacle.

Politics •

Heavy rain leaves group trapped for three nights in hut near Wellington

A one-night tramp through Remutaka Forest Park ended up as a three-night sleep over.

Accidents •

Watch: 'I am… a human being' – tired Clare Curran admits mistakes, speaks of personal toll after quitting as Minister

It was announced today Ms Curran resigned from her remaining Ministerial portfolios.

St Peter's College book spot in First XV national final with slick set piece try

St Peter's won a thrilling semi against Hamilton Boys' High School 8-7.

Watch: Sweet moment Waisake Naholo holds lucky young All Blacks fan and signs his shirt as memento

The interaction came at a fan meet and greet ahead of tomorrow's Test.

All Blacks •

DOC joins agencies in fight against 'campaign of disinformation' over 1080

They will be committing to the use of the pesticide to protect native wildlife, DOC said in a statement.

Conservation •

Former Black Cap Grant Bradburn leaves Scotland head coach role to join Pakistan

Bradburn will face the Black Caps later this year when the Kiwi side tour the UAE.

Doctor removes suspected tick from man's ear after he returned to NZ from Aussie

The man had been hiking in the bush in Australia on Tuesday, and hadn't noticed the tick until returning to New Zealand.

Animals •

People with advanced breast cancer treated like second-class citizens, breast cancer coalition group says

Kiwi breast cancer patients have high mortality rates, a report has found.

Health •

Proposed law aims to 'focus on the lethal nature' of coward punches – MP

If passed, it would create a new offence and hold a maximum of 20 years' imprisonment.

Crime And Justice •

Watch: Nelson mayor presents Kieran Read with key to the city as excitement for first All Blacks Test grows

Read said the team has felt the love from the community all week.

All Blacks •

Man charged with murder over fatal shooting of woman in Otorohanga

The charge was laid by police in the Hamilton District Court today.

Crime And Justice •

As it happened: Auckland dominate top-of-the-table clash with Tasman thanks to late first half flourish

Auckland took sole possession of the Premiership top spot with a 36-10 win.

Clare Curran's resignation as Minister a 'significant but necessary blow' to Government

1 NEWS political reporter Maiki Sherman warns the Government isn’t out of the woods just yet.

Politics •

'Nelson welcomed me as their son' – Shannon Frizell aims to shine for adopted home town in first All Blacks start

The Tasman loosie wants to put on a show against the Pumas.

All Blacks •

'Signs out, cross now' - thousands of Kiwi kids help celebrate nearly 90 years of school road patrol

Each year, over 23,000 students take part in patrols across the country.

Education •

Pacific Update with Barbara Dreaver: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson’s controversial new role and big times ahead for Tonga’s beloved league team

1 NEWS’ Pacific correspondent brings the latest from around the region.

Pacific Islands •

Māori group Maimoa drop fourth new single Kawea

It follows the release of their breakout song Maimoatia.

Maori Issues •

Watch: Worst cover ever? Metallica deliver truly awful version of classic Prince tune in singer's home town

The rockers should have probably stuck to what they do best.

Music •

Think having pets at work is a good idea? TVNZ's Wellington newsroom is put to the test with doggy daycare

Seven Sharp's Arrun Soma called the experience "slightly traumatic".

Animals •

Spin, step and stretch! Otago winger pulls out all the stops to score against swarming Northland defence

Jona Nareki had a lot of work to do but pulled out a superb finish in Otago's 27-23 win.

Inspirational volunteer firefighter, 68, proves it's never too late to give back to the community

Rem Pootjes is one of the oldest firefighters in the country.

Hamilton And Waikato •

Six months on, how has life changed for Winter Olympics sensation Nico Porteous?

The 16-year-old from Wanaka is set for his first competition since that dramatic day in South Korea.

Watch: Patrick Tuipulotu goes on barnstorming 40m run to score in hat-trick performance for Auckland

The All Blacks lock will be in Tasman's nightmares for a while after this try.

One person in critical condition after two-vehicle crash in Taranaki

A car and truck collided on State Highway 3A in Waiongana just before 8pm.

Accidents •

Homicide investigation launched after incident at Auckland factory

Police were speaking to a man and were not seeking anyone else in relation to the incident.

Crime And Justice •
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