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Rachel Smalley knows news inside out.
From Afghanistan to Syria, the United Kingdom and beyond, Rachel has delivered news from every corner of the earth.
Her impeccable eye for journalism and no-nonsense opinion is right at the heart of Early Edition.
Covering the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business, Early Edition is the only place to get your full pre-breakfast fix.
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Personal vendetta reason Trump wants out of Iran deal - expert
A personal vendetta against Barack Obama is being touted as the reason why Donald Trump is wanting out of the Iran nuclear deal. Trump has pulled away from the 2015...
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Rachel Smalley: Taxpayers deserve better than Winston
Peter Dunne has made some really good points in the last 24 hours. The former United Future leader said the situation we’re in at the moment in terms of trying...
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New survey shows men aren't taking parental leave they're owed
A recent survey has found new Dads aren't taking parental leave owed to them because they believe there's stigma attached to taking time off work. A Hays recruitment...
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Rachel Smalley: Where would we be without grandparents?
How many of you looked after the grand kids over the school holidays and next question have you recovered yet? I’ve spotted lots of grandparents over the last two...
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Qantas soon to offer direct flight between Australia and Europe
It'll soon be a hop, skip and a jump for Kiwis to get to Europe via Australia. Qantas has just taken ownership of its first 787-9 Dreamliner in Seattle. NZME aviation...
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Even if govt announced today negotiations far from over - expert
Even if a government's announced today negotiations are far from over. Winston Peters is heading into the second day of discussions with his board and fellow New...
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Urgent calls for more blood donors
Urgent calls for more blood donors, as thousands of people stop donating every year. The Blood Service is starting its campaign asking people to help fill the gaps...
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Rachel Smalley: Winston Peters doesn't belong in any govt
Well, here we go. We’re about to find out what our next Government looks like, and whether Winston’s going with National or going with Labour. It’s perhaps testament...
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Farmers devastated by MPI's plan to cull 4000 cattle
Farmers are devastated they have to destroy thousands of cows to stop the spread of mycoplasma bovis. The Ministry for Primary Industries will cull 4000 cows from...
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Rachel Smalley: Blaming victims enables Weinsteins of the world
The litany of sexual harassment allegations against Harry Weinstein has dominated the news for days now, and it will for many more. He is a twisted, brute of a...
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Warning to parents: School can't replace parenting
Teachers agree some social skills should be taught at school, but say they're not parents. A study by Monash University and ASG Education Programmes has found 66...
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The hunt for the perfect sausage is on
The hunt is on for the perfect banger. More than 40 judges have sampled 500 of them and have narrowed it down to 15. Devro Great NZ Sausage competition head judge,...
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Rachel Smalley: Would you stop to help?
I was driving to work in the wee hours this morning and I thought I saw a body on the edge of the road. A truck was in front of me, and as it went past this lump,...
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Killer to be released on parole for 7th time
Someone who's been there himself says a Parole Board decision to release a killer for a 7th time, will still be a calculated decision. George Trounson will be released...
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California wildfires: 17 confirmed dead, thousands evacuated
Strong winds are fuelling the wildfires in northern California. Seventeen of them have burnt through more than 50,000 hectares. Seventeen people have died and...
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Catalonia's future hanging in the balance
Catalonia's future hangs in the balance this morning. Their leader Carles Puigdemont is set to formally announce the results of their independence vote this morning...
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Rachel Smalley: Is weight loss surgery the solution to obesity?
It’s world obesity day and it’s come with a pretty grim warning. In 8 years from now, obesity will cost the world’s health systems $1.2 trillion. $1.2 trillion....
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Fears world famous wineries were destroyed in California wildfires
There are fears world famous wineries have been consumed by wildfires in Northern California. Tens of thousands of hectares of land across the famed Napa and Sonoma...
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NZ kids exposed to 27 junk food ads a day - study
Drastic cuts are needed to the number of junk food ads, if children's health is to get any better. A world-first study by Otago and Auckland universities has found...
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Rachel Smalley: Mental Health Day important reminder to de-stress
It's World Mental Health Day and the Mental Health Foundation says we need to unlock stress and take a bit of a break from the hustle of life. One way to do that,...
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Shortage of skilled construction worker leaves room for fraudsters
The shortage of skilled construction workers is creating ideal conditions for cowboys. Andrew Maloney has been ordered by Christchurch District Court to pay $10,000...
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Tourist faces three years in Dubai prison for touching man's hip
A Scottish tourist is facing three years prison in Dubai - for touching a man on the hip to prevent him spilling a drink. 27-year-old electrician Jamie Harron was...
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Smalley: Australia overhauls tenancy laws banning pets, should NZ follow suit?
Over the weekend, the State of Victoria introduced some interesting changes to their tenancy laws. Rental accommodation, as it is here, is at a premium and it's...
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Internet safety expert: Children have right to use technology
Children have a right to use technology, just like they have a right to climb a tree. That's according to an internet safety expert, which says parents should control...
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Catalonia's quest for independence blocked again
Catalonia's quest for independence from Spain is being held back again. The country's constitutional court has suspended Catalonia's parliament next week, in order...
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