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Waterview tunnel halfway there
It will now be several months before the world's largest operating tunnel boring machine is turned around and started again after it emerged deep from underground. Video
Spark internet back to normal speed
Spark says internet traffic volumes have returned to normal after a cyber attack that started on Friday night causing disruption to its services.
Call for action on child poverty
A campaign highlighting child poverty in the lead up to the general election says the size of a protest in Auckland shows the public wants solid political action.
Cunliffe now unsure over Lochinver sale
Labour leader David Cunliffe says the party may not be able to stop Lochinver Station near Taupo being sold even if it leads the next government after the election. Audio
Virtual baby says her first words
A pioneering virtual baby "born" at the University of Auckland has just started to read and say her first words. And BabyX is learning more as she gets older - just like a real child. Video
Man found guilty of violent crime spree
A jury has found a man guilty of going on a violent crime spree in Auckland targeting Asian tourists. John Koteka denied charges including aggravated robbery and aggravated assault. Audio
Craig takes action over air time
Conservative Party leader Colin Craig has filed court papers because he wants more air time before the election and believes the Electoral Commission has acted unlawfully.
Murder charge laid after 14-storey fall
Police investigating the death of New Zealand woman Rrie Wright, who fell from an apartment building in Queensland last week, have charged a man with murder. Audio
Police want clampdown on new bars
The police are proposing a six-year ban on any new bars and bottle stores in central Auckland and other regional hot-spots to stem harm from late night drinking. Audio
Rugby player's family not looking to lay blame
Doctors have not been able to say if the death of Northland rugby player Jordan Kemp after an on-field knock is linked to an earlier concussion, and the family says it isn't blaming anyone. Audio
Hundreds rally for living wage
Primary teachers and other school staff have rallied in Auckland demanding the so-called living wage of $18.80 an hour for support workers.