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Report finds a quarter of women abused by partner

· November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The head of Women’s Refuge is disappointed but not at all surprised by the latest data. 123RF Warning: This story contains content some may find disturbing....

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Eight injured in crash south of Hokitika

· November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The crashed closed part of SH6. RNZ / Patrice Allen A crash south of Hokitika on the West Coast has left eight people injured, four seriously....

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Steering our Great Rides into the Future

· November 20, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government A new funding arrangement to support the management and maintenance of New Zealand’s 23 iconic Great Rides will enable Kiwis and international visitors to get out...

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Drug Checking Service Provider Licensing Handbook

· November 20, 2025

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 20 November 2025 The Drug Checking Service Provider Licensing Handbook was updated in November 2025. This page now reflects the latest version....

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Swiss man charged after fatal crash in North Canterbury

· November 20, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand A 32-year-old Swiss national has been charged with careless driving causing death after a fatal crash near Sheffield in Canterbury’s Selwyn district on Wednesday. The person...

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High school volleyball team in crash that left 12 injured

· November 19, 2025

Source: Radio New Zealand The volleyball players had been competing at Stadium Southland before the crash. File photo. © Photosport Ltd 2021 www.photosport.nz A Queenstown high school volleyball team is...

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Ban On Harmful Puberty Blockers Protects Children

· November 19, 2025

Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 19 November 2025 Family First NZ is applauding the government’s decision to end the use of GnRHa hormones (usually referred to as ‘puberty blockers’) for...