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• Police Rule Out Shooting in Pōkeno Animal Deaths as 18 Pet Goats Likely Slain by Dogs

  Published: Apr 23, 2026

  Section: Crime

  An investigation into the deaths of 18 pet goats on a North Waikato property has concluded that the animals were likely killed by dogs rather than shot as previously reported. Poli...

• Environmental Watchdogs Sound Alarm as New Zealand’s Freshwater Quality Hits Critical Lows

  Published: Apr 16, 2026

  Section: Environment

  The release of the "Our Freshwater 2026" report has sparked urgent calls for infrastructure reform across New Zealand, as data reveals a persistent degradation of the nation’s lake...

• Police Launch Investigation into Unexplained Deaths of Two Individuals at Hamilton East Property

  Published: Apr 3, 2026

  Section: Australia & Oceania

  Authorities in Hamilton have initiated a formal inquiry following the discovery of two bodies at a residence on York Street. Police were alerted to the scene late Thursday afternoo...