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The valuable mineral you've never heard of sitting under a small West Coast town
An Australian mining company predicts this town could have up to 5 percent of the world's supply of antimony.
'Challenging' weeks ahead as Brynderwyns reopening delayed
A Northland business owner says it was horrific to see yet another slip on the Brynderwyn hills, just weeks away from when it was supposed to re-open. Video
Anzac Day: Veterans not getting support they need, feel forgotten about
Some contemporary veterans say are dealing with the impacts of serving, but the government is not providing them with the support they need. Audio
Barrier businesses welcome new moorings for boaties hit by caulerpa ban
Anchoring has been restricted around most of the island to help stop the spread of the invasive seaweed caulerpa. Audio
Great Barrier Island goes without resident dentist for 8 years
The last resident dentist retired in 2016, and some residents are resorting to DIY solutions for pain relief.
Great Barrier Island needs more space to achieve zero waste goal
Great Barrier Island is making progress on its zero waste goal, after its landfill reached capacity faster than expected, so all waste has to be shipped off the island.
Great Barrier residents squeezed out of market by holidaymakers, locals say
Great Barrier Island residents are living in caravans, tents and shipping containers, claiming wealthy holidaymakers buying up baches have pushed them out of the market. Audio
Brain drain is underway, recruiters say
While it is a challenging time to look for a job, one recruiter says it is not all doom and gloom.
Reptile enthusiast likely behind theft of iguana and leopard tortoise
Staff at a reptile park believe a lawbreaking reptile enthusiast may be behind the theft of a rare green iguana and leopard tortoise. Audio
Couple waits for categorisation of flood-damaged home, more than a year on
A West Auckland couple say they are sick of waiting to find out the fate of their flood-damaged home, as their neighbours get answers.
Funding needed to take show for disabled communities around NZ
Spark Live kicked off at the Auckland Town Hall on Thursday - World Down Syndrome Day. Audio
Closure of five ASB branches sparks concern for older customers
The switch to online banking could place older people at greater risk of scams or fraud, an advocate says.
Some former ELE workers 'walking towards employment' with new visas
A union organiser says progress is being made on the plight of jobless Filipino workers following a meeting this afternoon.
Workers left sleeping in cars, unable to afford food after collapse
About 500 people lost their jobs when a labour hire group ELE went into liquidation.
'Level the playing field' - Help for low decile students with exam support
There are concerns that thousands of students at low decile schools are missing out on support that could help them ace their exams.
Pensioners lose everything after Bay of Plenty flash flooding
Some pensioners have lost all their belongings after flash flooding quickly inundated their homes in Waihī Beach, in Bay of Plenty.
Not enough youth and child psychologists to meet growing demand, experts warn
The huge demand for youth services is causing long waits for patients, with some practices even being forced to turn new clients away, says the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists.
Teachers shouldn't rely on AI checking tools to catch cheating students - expert
AI checking software was one tool teachers could use, but Kit Willett says they were not always reliable.
West Auckland restaurant closes after recent severe weather
The owners of a popular West Auckland restaurant say severe weather and continued road closures over the past few months has forced them out of business.
'Boundless love': Lena Harrap leaves a void that can't be filled, family say
"Our little warrior" - those were a mother's words in court before the man who brutally killed her daughter was sentenced to life in jail.
Ex-addict says patients should be given more information on risks of taking tramadol
Most members of Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners have at least one patient who is dependent on the painkiller, tramadol, the college says.
Luxon tours 'fantastic' guide dog training facility
National Party leader Christopher Luxon and deputy leader Nicola Willis were given a tour through a state-of-the-art guide dog training facility this week.
Kane Te Tai farewelled after being killed on Ukraine's frontline
A New Zealander killed fighting in Ukraine was farewelled today, with his funeral taking place in three parts across Auckland.
Chocolate eggs, bunnies hop up in price leaving consumers with bitter taste
Easter is just around the corner, but you might find this year's chocolate bunnies and eggs cost about 10 percent more than last year.
'It shouldn't be a luxury' - Soaring ticket prices leave gig goers cold
Inflation is everywhere these days, and the concert industry is no exception, with rising ticket prices hitting music fans where it hurts.