They're speaking to the mother of the dead infant, who is assisting them with enquiries.

A post-mortem was carried out on Sunday and enquiries are continuing.

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Netball:
Dame Noeline Taurua looks poised to receive fresh instructions from Netball New Zealand upon her reinstatement as Silver Ferns coach 8:07

Environment:
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International:
Israeli families wait for release of remaining hostages in Gaza 7:57

Cricket:
Zak Foulkes' been likened to a New Zealand cricket great after his bowling spell of four for 41 from seven overs in the opening one-day international win over England at Mt Maunganui 7:57

Motoring:
Labour Weekend has come to a close - with two fatalities on our roads 7:37

International:
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau seen holding hands leaving Paris club 7:27

Politics:
Physical Education NZ is the latest group to raise alarm over the Government's curriculum refresh 7:27

Business:
A new flight route is taking off between Christchurch and its sister city, Adelaide 7:17

International:
Japan asks army to cull bears after spike in attacks on humans 7:07

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