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Mongrel Mob Wahine Toa leader fears patch ban will lead to spike in gangs getting facial tattoos
She said people will get gang tattoos on their face and neck.
Emergency services responding to plane crash in WA
Emergency services are responding to reports of a plane crash in Western Australia.
Police said they were told a fixed wing flying vessel landed in the water on a reef near Edwards Island Nature Reserve in Lancelin.
A spokesperson said there were two people on the plane including the pilot and a passenger.
Both sustained minor injuries and are currently being assessed by paramedics at the scene.
More to come…
New Waiheke ferry service coming to the island, months after frustrations boiled over Fullers service
Pricing by new local operator ‘will exert competitive pressure on Fullers’.
Families say final farewell to victims of NSW Hunter Valley bus crash
Hundreds of people have gathered to remember the 10 people killed in the NSW Hunter Valley wedding bus crash in June.
The state government hosted a public memorial service at Singleton Showground on Saturday to honour the lives of those who died as well as the dozens of people who survived the crash.
Family and friends shared stories of their loved ones with the crowd and said their final goodbyes.
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Kane Symons, Angus Craig, Rebecca Mullen, Darcy Bulman, Nadene and Kyah McBride, Andrew and Lynan Scott, Tori Cowburn, and Zachary Bray were killed in the crash.
"Think of them as living in the hearts of those they've touched, for nothing loved is ever lost and they are loved so much," Zachary's mother Jacqui Varasdi said.
"Kane was a free spirit… who had a cheekiness about him and would light up a room instantly," Kane's father Steven Symons said.
"She was constantly dishing out her advice whether it was wanted like medical treatment in the hospitals or unsolicited like lecturing Sam at home for not washing his dishes," Rebecca's sister Erin Mullen said.
"Whilst we grieve we take comfort for a while knowing when we close our eyes we can picture your huge goofy smile," Angus' mother Tobi Craig said.
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A procession represented the first responders who did their best to save lives after the crash.
The families showed endless gratitude to the caregivers who helped in the days following the crash.
"You were with us when we were finally allowed to be with Darcy… you're in our hearts forever," Darcy's father Warren Bulman said.
Close to $1.5 million has now been raised for the victims' families and survivors as they move forward.
"It gives us comfort to think that their last day on this earth was spent happy and having a wonderful time celebrating," Nadene's sister Helen Arthur said.
"You were one of a kind my Tori girl, that was always clear to see… but most of all my precious one you were the special part of me," Tori's mother Kay Welsh said.
The service was a chance to say a final goodbye and share memories to treasure.
"Without question they'll make me smile, I'll occasionally shed a tear but it will constantly be a reminder to love and live each day to the fullest," Warren Bulman said.
Israel Hamas war: Flag-waving protesters rally in Auckland in support of Palestine
Hundreds of people gathered in Aotea Square this afternoon.
Answer to New Zealand’s maths problem remains elusive
New Zealand has a maths problem. Our grades are getting worse. What is the solution?
Hawke’s Bay Magpies lose final 22-19 to Taranaki
Gallant season ends with loss.
Parole Board chairman apologises to family of Josh Storer, who had half his skull removed, after they were left out of attacker’s parole hearing
The Parole Board chairman has apologised to the family.
Wildlife tour company applies for permit, sea lion and fur seal tours
Clearwater Wildlife Tours Ltd has applied for a marine mammal permit.