Lauren Dickason could be freed this decade after murdering her three daughters in Timaru in September 2021.

She's been given three concurrent 18-year sentences today, with no minimum non-parole period.

She'll be eligible for parole in six years.

ZB court reporter Blake Benny says Dickason will begin her sentence in a secure mental health facility.

"There, she'll undergo compulsory treatment - in following that, mental health experts will make that call on whether she's reached the point of actually being mentally well enough to then be transferred to prison."

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Lauren Dickason could be freed this decade after murdering her three daughters in Timaru in September 2021.
She's been given three concurrent 18-year sentences today, with no minimum non-parole period.
She'll be eligible for parole in six years.
ZB court reporter Blake Benny says Dickason will begin her sentence in a secure mental health facility.
"There, she'll undergo compulsory treatment - in following that, mental health experts will make that call on whether she's reached the point of actually being mentally well enough to then be transferred to prison."
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Blake Benny: ZB reporter on Lauren Dickason being sentenced for the murder of her three daughters

UK police believe there are at least 30 potential far right gatherings planned tonight.

So far in the week’s unrest, 400 arrests have been made and around 100 people have been charged in connection with the disorder brought about by the riots.

Nearly 6,000 public order officers are being mobilised.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains further.

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UK police believe there are at least 30 potential far right gatherings planned tonight.
So far in the week’s unrest, 400 arrests have been made and around 100 people have been charged in connection with the disorder brought about by the riots.
Nearly 6,000 public order officers are being mobilised.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains further.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the increase in planned far-right gatherings across the region

Rideshare giant Uber has reported its second quarter result - and shares were up +11 percent.

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company is in a position to keep growing, despite an uncertain macroeconomic outlook and decreased consumer spending.

Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie unpacks these results.

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Rideshare giant Uber has reported its second quarter result - and shares were up +11 percent.
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company is in a position to keep growing, despite an uncertain macroeconomic outlook and decreased consumer spending.
Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie unpacks these results.
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Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on Uber's shares going up by 11 percent

Around 40,000 McDonald’s staff are likely to be compensated, as the fast-food chain corrects a widespread payroll issue dating back 15 years.

McDonald’s is contacting those employed between November 1, 2009, and December 6, 2020, asking them to check a portal on its website to see if they’re eligible for reimbursement.

The company is one of countless employers, including government departments, that miscalculated leave entitlements outlined in what’s proven to be a very confusing Holidays Act 2003.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains who stands to benefit from this.

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Around 40,000 McDonald’s staff are likely to be compensated, as the fast-food chain corrects a widespread payroll issue dating back 15 years.
McDonald’s is contacting those employed between November 1, 2009, and December 6, 2020, asking them to check a portal on its website to see if they’re eligible for reimbursement.
The company is one of countless employers, including government departments, that miscalculated leave entitlements outlined in what’s proven to be a very confusing Holidays Act 2003.
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains who stands to benefit from this.
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Blake Benny: ZB reporter on Lauren Dickason being sentenced for the murder of her three daughters

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