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The search continues for missing people after a landslide hit a popular campsite in Mount Maunganui, on New Zealand's North Island. Six people remain unaccounted for, and police are seeking information on another three. Two teenagers are among the missing, with the youngest aged 15 years old, police said.
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON, Jan 23 (Reuters) - New Zealand's annual inflation accelerated in the fourth quarter to 3.1%, edging above the central bank's target range and reinforcing policymakers' recent decision to signal an end to their monetary easing cycle as the economy slowly picks up.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New Zealand will hold a national election on Nov. 7, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced Wednesday.
Heavy rains and strong winds have triggered floods and landslide on New Zealand's North Island.
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON, Jan 22 (Reuters) - Rescue workers in New Zealand searched on Thursday for several people missing, including children, following a landslide at a campsite as heavy rains caused widespread damage and left thousands without power.