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27 Dec: There'll be no trains running in Auckland, from today

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Motoring:
The holiday road toll is now at four - following a serious crash on State Highway 25 in the Coromandel just before nine this morning 10:47

Environment:
Wet conditions are expected to continue around the East of the North Island - after some heavy falls last night 10:47

National:
Are we moral blank slates at birth? A new study offers some clues 10:37

National:
The Mirror and the Light: the series takes Hilary Mantel’s manifesto for historical fiction to heart 10:27

Sailing:
One of the favourites in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race has been forced to retire from the annual regatta 10:27

National:
Which infectious disease is likely to be the biggest emerging problem in 2025? 10:17

Business:
From new commercial Moon landers to asteroid investigations, expect a slate of exciting space missions in 2025 10:07

International:
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's Hollywood feud allegedly involved a smear campaign and 'astroturfing' 10:07

Business:
Kiwi wine growers are feeling hopeful for the New Year - despite declining production globally 9:27

International:
Israel bombs Yemen power stations and airport in strikes against Houthis 9:17

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