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Judge Ema Aitken appears before Judicial Conduct Panel after Northern Club incident involving Winston Peters

February 9, 2026

Attorney-General Judith Collins recommended the Judicial Conduct Commissioner inquire into Judge Aitken’s conduct. The Judicial Conduct Panel hearing…

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Ōpōtiki residents urge council cat policy to curb strays and nuisance

February 6, 2026

“I have squirted cat repellent, sprinkled pepper, thrown pots of water and other items at unwanted cats and…

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Far North councillor faces formal action over false Moko Tepania MP post

February 6, 2026

He said the mayor and councillors were focused on representing the district during events that drew national attention.…

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Person killed in crash in Lower Moutere, Tasman

February 4, 2026

NZ Herald 4 Feb, 2026 05:37 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…

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Gisborne environmental group urges council to stop ‘appeasing’ forestry

January 30, 2026

Mana Taiao Tairāwhiti (MTT) organised a petition three years ago, following the devastation of ex-Tropical Cyclone Hale, which…

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High St Was Once A Fashion District. Where Have The Labels Gone?

January 29, 2026

Long-term resident Murray Crane, who has just announced he will be taking over the space soon to be…

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Hastings councillor Steve Gibson skips planning session at marae over te reo and faith concerns

January 29, 2026

“Secondly, the spiritual aspects associated with marae proceedings, including references to beliefs that are not consistent with my…

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John Major Meihana jailed for drug-driving causing death of Philipa Ann Beech in Tararua district

January 21, 2026

He said the feeling that he might have been was “horrific”. But the court was told that responsibility…

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Northland weather: State of emergency declared for Whangārei District

January 20, 2026

Meteorologist Braydon White said Northland was in for “potentially a fairly significant event” moving into Wednesday and early…

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Kaipara council chief executive Jason Marris resigns from top job

January 15, 2026

She hoped he moved to a company that valued him and all he brought to the table. “He’s…

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New council-SPCA dog vouchers announced, local lobby group question impact

January 15, 2026

SPCA’s general manager of animal services, Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell, said the initiative is a much-needed community-focused solution. “This…

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Hot summer lifts Splash Planet revenue by $150k despite fewer open days

January 15, 2026

“We are seeing good numbers through the doors without getting to capacity, which is better for customer experience,”…