Articles by Miranda Cook

National

Former Maori Affairs Minister Koro Wētere has died aged 83
Saturday, 23 June 2018, 1:53pm
Tributes are flowing for former Maori Affairs Minister and Labour MP Koro Wetere, who has died aged 83. Mr Wetere held the...
News

Survey reveals New Zealand beehives are well protected
Saturday, 17 March 2018, 4:48pm
New Zealand is doing a good job at protecting bee colonies when compared with other countries. A new survey reveals this...
Auckland

$State Highway has re-opened following a two-car crash in the Dome Valley, north of Auckland. (Photo \ File)$

State Highway 1 re-opens north of Auckland
Saturday, 24 February 2018, 5:02pm
State Highway One has reopened following a head on collision involving two cars in Dome Valley, north of Auckland. An SUV...
National

Plea for vigilance around train tracks following quad bike death
Saturday, 24 February 2018, 1:04pm
Rail safety advocates say a crash between a quad bike and freight train should serve as a reminder for people to always cross...
Christchurch

Anger growing over new quarry in Christchurch
Saturday, 17 February 2018, 2:25pm
Strong feelings are expected today at a meeting on plans for a large quarry on the outskirts of Christchurch. Fulton Hogan...
Entertainment

$The exhibition features 89 Banksy works valued at approximately $40 million and is curated by Steve Lazarides. (Photo \ Getty Images)$

Banksy exhibition worth $40m opens in Auckland
Friday, 5 January 2018, 7:22am
An exhibition of more than 80 pieces of artwork by the anonymous street artist Banksy is on in Auckland. More than 80 of...
National

$The waitlist for women in Auckland is growing, according to Women's Refuge. (Photo \ NZ Herald)$

Women's Refugee straining under increased demand
Friday, 5 January 2018, 7:18am
Women's Refuges are struggling to keep up with demand as more people are in need of support following the holiday period. There...
National

Forecasters say we haven't seen the worst of the weather yet
Friday, 5 January 2018, 6:44am
UPDATE 7.53AM: While parts of the North Island have already copped a drenching, forecasters warn we haven't seen the worst...
Health

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Going to a GP expensive for too many Kiwis, says report
Thursday, 4 January 2018, 12:19pm
The cost of going to a GP is a main factor in stopping people who need medical help from visiting a doctor. A report, The...
Business

$UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and Prime Minister Theresa May. (Photo \ AP)$

Exporters welcoming reports UK wants to join Trans-Pacific Partnership
Thursday, 4 January 2018, 6:58am
Exporters have welcomed reports Britain is holding informal talks about joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership. The Financial...
National

$Much of the country will be hit with heavy rain, strong winds or high tides today. (Photo \ File)$

Rain starts falling in north as monster storm moves in
Thursday, 4 January 2018, 6:47am
UPDATE 9.09AM: Rain is starting to fall over Northland and winds are starting to pick up as the first wave of dire weather...
News

$Two men died in this fatal crash near Glenavy during the holiday period. (Photo \ NZ Herald)$

Heartbreak over holiday road toll
Wednesday, 3 January 2018, 6:37am
It's been more heartbreak on our roads during the holiday period with 12 lives lost in 12 days. The Christmas road toll period...
Business

$Silver Fern Farms workers are to go on strike after 14 months of failed negotiations. (Photo \ NZ Herald)$

Silver Fern Farm workers go on strike
Wednesday, 3 January 2018, 6:29am
Silver Fern Farms workers have lost patience in a pay dispute, saying they have no other choice but to go on strike. 19 maintenance...
National

$People who dump rubbish in public places could be set to cop a bigger fine. (Photo \ File)$

Support for bill to increase fines for rubbish dumpers
Wednesday, 3 January 2018, 6:23am
Environmental advocates are throwing their support behind a proposal to slap litterbugs with heavier fines. The campaigners...
Entertainment

Jewish community comes to Lorde's defence
Tuesday, 2 January 2018, 7:54am
New Zealand's Jewish community have defended Lorde and believe the singer is being bullied for cancelling her Israel concert. Outspoken...
National

High tides expected to batter the country
Tuesday, 2 January 2018, 6:53am
Residents in low-lying areas are being warned to expect flooding, as the country braces for higher-than-normal tides from...
Education

$An academic manager says parents need to take more responsibility for their child's education. (Photo \ 123RF)$

Parents told to take more responsibility for their child's education
Wednesday, 6 December 2017, 1:47pm
Parents are being told they need to make more time for their child's education, and not use being busy as an excuse. That's...
Audio

$Economic Minister Kris Faafoi is signalling more powers for the Commerce Commission. (Photo \ Getty Images)$

The government signals more powers for Commerce Commission
Tuesday, 5 December 2017, 8:18am
The competition watchdog could be given the power to conduct investigations into suspected market misconduct. The Commerce...
Auckland

Santa's Parade set to be bigger than ever
Friday, 24 November 2017, 4:02pm
The final touches of tinsel, twinkle lights and trimmings are being attached to floats ahead of Auckland's annual Christmas...
Auckland

Tongan leaders say partygoer arrests are warranted
Sunday, 12 November 2017, 1:53pm
Tongan leaders have denied the police response to out-of-control rugby league fans in south Auckland was over-the-top. More...
National

$ACT Party leader David Seymour says Labour "is going to let some of the worst criminals out on the streets". (Photo \ Getty Images)$

ACT rips into Labour over three-strike law repeal
Wednesday, 1 November 2017, 8:38am
The new government is being accused of putting people in danger with its decision to scrap the three strike laws for repeat...
Education

Kaye: Labour's education plans not up to National's standards
Monday, 30 October 2017, 11:14am
The Government is being warned not to be too hasty in reforming the education system. The new Education Minister Chris Hipkins...
Business

Fletcher Building's shares keep falling despite new CEO
Monday, 30 October 2017, 7:02am
The appointment of a new CEO at Fletcher Building hasn't been enough to restore market confidence in the company. Fletchers'...
Auckland

Petition protest over Auckland fuel tax
Saturday, 28 October 2017, 7:16am
A petition condemning the government's decision to allow Auckland Council to introduce a regional fuel tax has been launched. The...

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