Newstalk ZB host Bruce Russell dies suddenly

Can't view this email, [click here]( 26 April 2022 Hi {NAME}, Catch up on today's latest news in your daily briefing. Top Headlines [Large Article Image]( [Newstalk ZB host Bruce Russell dies suddenly]( The long-time talk show host died "unexpectedly but peacefully" at work. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Large Article Image]( [Anzac service 'hijacking' by self-proclaimed 'sheriffs' prompts walkout]( A group wearing stab-proof vests with “common law sheriff” badges took to podium to speak at a Kāpiti Coast service, sparking complaints. [Share article on Facebook]( [Share article on Twitter]( [Small Article Image]( ['Urgent need' for inquiry into port safety following second death in a week]( A man was crushed by coal while loading a ship berthed at Cashin Quay, on Monday morning. 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