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October 23, 2025 | News
One Dead After Fiery Bus Crash in Parnell
A fatal crash involving an electric bus and a car in Auckland’s Parnell has left one person dead and several injured. Emergency services battled a massive blaze after the collision.
March 9, 2026
October 6, 2025 | News
Manurewa Marae Cleared of Wrongdoing, Green Party Welcomes Vindication
Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson welcomes the police finding that clears Manurewa Marae of any wrongdoing over Census and Covid data use, praising its long-standing service to the community.
April 16, 2025 | News
Rotorua Kōhanga Reo Closes After Devastating Weekend Burglary
A kōhanga reo in Rotorua has shut down after a break-in over the weekend left them without the basics to care for tamariki.
April 9, 2025 | News
Taiuru: Outdated Laws Enable Online and IRL Harm
Māori AI and data expert Karaitiana Taiuru says outdated laws are failing to protect people from online and real-world abuse.
December 5, 2024 | News
Military boot camp rangatahi dies in crash
An emotional minister Karen Chhour, Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence and Sexual Violence, has confirmed that one of the 10 teenagers in the Government’s military-style bootcamp has died in an accident, while another is currently on the run after absconding.
August 27, 2024 | Paakiwaha
Jackie Foster | CEO of Lobby Group Social Justice Aotearoa
She currently has a petition before parliament seeking a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the conviction and police investigation.
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