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Four arrested, firearms seized in Gisborne investigation into shooting of Bill Maangi

Four arrested, firearms seized in Gisborne investigation into shooting of Bill Maangi

Police carried out multiple search warrants and a river search; four people now face aggravated robbery, firearms and drug charges as the homicide inquiry continues.

Police name Lake Crescent homicide victim, seek Subaru Impreza KZH714

Police name Lake Crescent homicide victim, seek Subaru Impreza KZH714

The man who died was 55-year-old Jason Poa, also known as Jason Tipene; investigators want sightings of a Subaru Impreza as the inquiry continues.

Economics / World

NZ-India free trade deal lifts tariffs on most exports and adds capped skilled visas

The agreement opens India’s market to more New Zealand goods, introduces quotas for key horticulture exports, cuts wine and honey tariffs, and sets annual limits for skilled and working holiday visas.

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