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Prime Minister elect Jacinda Ardern speaks during a Labour Party announcement with Grant Robertson and Kelvin Davis at Parliament. Photo / Getty Images

NEW ZEALAND

2017 - A remarkable chapter in NZ political history

19 Oct, 2017 9:03pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Audrey Young: Legendary tale of new leader just grows

19 Oct, 2017 10:31pm
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Labour-Greens deal ratified at meeting

19 Oct, 2017 6:32pm
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Policy: What we know so far

19 Oct, 2017 9:49pm
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NZ's new Govt: How the world reacted

19 Oct, 2017 8:23pm
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'Ecstatic' or a 'madman on the loose': Reactions to NZ First's decision

19 Oct, 2017 8:06pm
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Bill English's advice for Jacinda

19 Oct, 2017 10:41pm
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Kiwis react to a new Government

19 Oct, 2017 7:37pm
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National Party leader Bill English. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Bill English takes hard road back to Opposition

19 Oct, 2017 6:32pm
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Decision will have caused heartbreak for English after a 27-year career in Parliament.

Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has rubbished reports she will struggle to work with a Labour-led coalition government. Photo/File

NEW ZEALAND

Julie Bishop extends olive branch to Ardern

19 Oct, 2017 10:23pm
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Australian foreign minister rubbishes claims she's been left red-faced by Labour's win.

SPORT

Sopoaga: 'The scariest moment of my life'

19 Oct, 2017 7:27pm
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New All Blacks No 10 now appreciates there are more important things in life than rugby.

Taika Waititi has addressed the backlash that followed after he said he's not proud of NZ. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Waititi responds to 'traitor' comment

19 Oct, 2017 8:34pm
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Oscar-nominated filmmaker adds other issues he believes country has to address.

National Party list MP Dr Jian Yang left China in 1994 to study at the Australian National University, where he worked in the Australian Parliament as an intern in the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade. Photo / Dean Purcell

NEW ZEALAND

MP did not disclose links, OIA documents confirm

19 Oct, 2017 6:09pm
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Documents released show Yang also worked in Australian Parliament on foreign affairs.

ENTERTAINMENT

King of Instagram Dan Bilzerian shows off NZ

19 Oct, 2017 9:52am
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Dan Bilzerian has touched down in Aotearoa.

SPORT

Revealed: Team New Zealand's Cup secret

19 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

The lost boys: Hollywood's 'other' dark secret

19 Oct, 2017 5:51am
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LIFESTYLE

Meet the new 'Devast8'

19 Oct, 2017 11:01am
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A young man has got "nothing to lose" tattooed across his face.

NZ First leader Winston Peters during his press conference. Photo / Mark Mitchell

BUSINESS

What business wants to know from Peters and Ardern

19 Oct, 2017 8:20pm
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Immigration, trade, industrial relations and foreign ownership are areas of focus.

Plans for how Long Bay's new town centre is to look.

BUSINESS

New $70m village at popular bay

19 Oct, 2017 1:00am
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Next Long Bay phases announced.

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NEW ZEALAND

Another intriguing chapter in Winston's remarkable career

19 Oct, 2017 8:20pm

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Prime Minister elect Jacinda Ardern. Photo / Getty Images

Premium & Indepth

Stardust victory: The incredible rise of Jacinda Ardern

Jacinda Ardern heads to Prime Minister's office at the age of 37.

Premium & Indepth

Major NZ climate report: The five defining figures

A sweeping Government stocktake out today warns of shifting temperatures and rising seas.

Traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange work frantically as panic selling swept Wall Street, Monday, October 19, 1987. Photo / AP

Premium & Indepth

Economy Hub: This market is not like 1987

Despite a record breaking rise in the past few month the current bull run is not like 1987

Latest From New Zealand

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has welcomed Jacinda Ardern as new Prime Minister. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Goff: New Government no 'magic wand' for Auckland

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Bill English's advice for Jacinda

19 Oct, 2017 10:41pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Ardern to be PM: remarkable chapter in NZ's political history

19 Oct, 2017 9:03pm
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Julie Bishop extends olive branch to Jacinda Ardern

19 Oct, 2017 10:23pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Green Party ratifies deal with Labour

19 Oct, 2017 10:10pm
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NEW ZEALAND

New Government policy: What we know so far

19 Oct, 2017 9:49pm
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Goff: New Government no 'magic wand' for Auckland

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Voters react to new coalition

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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BUSINESS

Focus: NZ dollar plunges

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sky TV’s annual meeting

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Peters in the hotseat

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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Local Focus: Is Waipukurau 'the smelliest town in NZ'?

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: 'S**t Towns' fight back

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Brendon Hartley heads to US Grand Prix

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Feathers fly in Bird of the Year campaign

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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Local Focus: Arts festival opens

19 Oct, 2017 9:11pm
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Latest From Business

Rocket Lab successfully a rocket from Mahia. Picture / supplied.

BUSINESS

Rocket Lab scoops two top awards

19 Oct, 2017 9:00pm

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BUSINESS

Auckland furniture giant's 'epic' funeral

19 Oct, 2017 5:22pm
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BUSINESS

NZ dollar plunges waiting on Winston Peters

19 Oct, 2017 5:13pm
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BUSINESS

NZ commodity exports seen rising 9.2% in 2018

19 Oct, 2017 4:49pm
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BUSINESS

Air New Zealand named top airline in the world

19 Oct, 2017 3:24pm
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BUSINESS

Economy Hub: This market is not like 1987

19 Oct, 2017 2:33pm
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BUSINESS

Tirade against pensioners: Retirement boss vows action

19 Oct, 2017 2:21pm
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BUSINESS

What business wants to know from Peters and Ardern

19 Oct, 2017 8:20pm
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Immigration, trade, industrial relations and foreign ownership are areas of focus.

BUSINESS

NZX 50 charts new record

19 Oct, 2017 5:31pm
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MARKET CLOSE: NZX 50 charts new record; Comvita leads, Spark, Port of Tauranga gain.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

A way out of the housing crisis

17 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: The mum and dad bank

13 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Why ads are annoying

10 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Housing crisis to end in tears

9 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Suckers for electric cars

6 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Health service at a crossroads

3 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Our world really is getting better

29 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Stephen Costley, Victoria University's director of property services. Photo / supplied.

BRAND INSIGHT

Many lights make hands work

29 Sep, 2017 4:59am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Kiwis reach the top in Aussie

26 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Opinion

To me, the problem isn't the smoke: it's the butt. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

Kan: How to be on the wrong side of history

19 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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I like the idea that smoking should be banned on beaches because it ends the butt issue.

Bill English is now suffering the consequences of MMP - Middle Man Paranoia - PHOTO/Greg Bowker.

NEW ZEALAND

Claire Trevett: MMP reform ahoy?

19 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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National refused to remove coat-tailing and now the voters have all but done it for them.

NZ First leader Winston Peters leaving after his brief media conference after their board meeting concluded at Parliament. Photo / Mark Mitchell

New Zealand

Barry Soper: Jubilation for one, commiseration for the other

19 Oct, 2017 5:00am
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So the decision has been made and the wait is almost over.

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WORLD

Brewery fights white supremacists with free beer

19 Oct, 2017 3:54pm

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WORLD

Terror groups planning another 9/11, US security chief warns

19 Oct, 2017 3:09pm
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Terror groups are planning another attack on the scale of 9/11, US security chief warns.

WORLD

Two dead, three injured after US man opens fire at work

19 Oct, 2017 2:47pm
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Man with who showed up to work and shot five of his co-workers has been arrested.

The injured baby is in a serious condition. Photo / Supplied

WORLD

Baby victim of gran's alleged cleaver attack

19 Oct, 2017 2:32pm
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Baby found with large wound marks to face and neck as Gran found nearby with meat cleaver.

Michael Zaydel lost a Facebook bet with police. Photo / Redford Township Police Department

WORLD

Wanted man turns himself in after losing bet with police

19 Oct, 2017 2:06pm
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He promised to give himself up if the post got more than 1000 shares.

Motoring News

Are Mitsubishi back? Six all-new cars coming by 2020

19 Oct, 2017 5:20pm
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Brexit no barrier: McLaren & Aston Martin tipped for new sales heights

19 Oct, 2017 3:32pm
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Yamaha Tricity 155cc and Suzuki GW 250 motorcycle photographed in Auckland for Driven. 10 October 2017 NZ Herald photo by Ted Baghurst.

Yamaha Tricity: The rise of the three wheelers

19 Oct, 2017 1:51pm
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Christchurch Lamborghini owner wins $10,000 payout

19 Oct, 2017 1:22pm
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Watch: old Ford cop car gets transformed into 'General Lee' replica

19 Oct, 2017 12:26pm
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P15: McLaren's 'most extreme, track-concentrated road car' ever

19 Oct, 2017 10:34am
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Scott McLaughlin heads to the Gold Coast "all guns blazing"

19 Oct, 2017 8:28am
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NZ drivers labelled "lazy and dangerous" in AA survey

19 Oct, 2017 8:26am
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More power and a glorious manual for new mini-me Porsche Cayman and Boxter GTS

18 Oct, 2017 4:15pm
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Latest From Sport

SPORT

Sopoaga: 'The scariest moment of my life'

19 Oct, 2017 7:27pm

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SPORT

Is Squire the All Blacks' best No 6?

19 Oct, 2017 5:46pm
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Liam Squire appears to be the first choice All Blacks blindside...for now

SPORT

Basketball: Breakers thrash Kings

19 Oct, 2017 10:11pm
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League: Kiwis get new assistant coach

19 Oct, 2017 5:57pm
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SPORT

All Blacks great backs Wallabies to win

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm
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The Wallabies are out to avoid a series sweep. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Cheika leaves out big name for ABs clash

19 Oct, 2017 3:34pm
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Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has named his side to take on the All Blacks on Saturday.

Richie Mo'unga won't be playing for Canterbury in their semifinal. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Mo'unga to miss semi after Barrett sent home

19 Oct, 2017 4:49pm
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Richie Mo'unga will miss Canterbury's Mitre 10 Cup semifinal to cover for Beauden Barrett.

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NEW ZEALAND

James Shaw reacts to coalition government decision

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

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BUSINESS

Qantas gets first Dreamliner

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

NEW ZEALAND

Jacinda Ardern responds to NZ First Decision

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

NEW ZEALAND

Bill English responds to NZ First Decision

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Voters react to new coalition

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

NEW ZEALAND

Winston announces NZ First and Labour Coalition

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

WORLD

Goodnature Reveal Constant Control App

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

BUSINESS

Focus: NZ dollar plunges

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

BUSINESS

PwC Herald Talks: Stephen England-Hall

19 Oct, 2017 2:46pm

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Movies

Corey Feldman, left, and Corey Haim in 1989. Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

The lost boys: Hollywood's 'other' dark secret

19 Oct, 2017 5:51am
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In light of Weinstein allegations, there's another Hollywood secret that needs to be told.

Harvey Weinstein is reportedly still planning to make films after sex assault scandal. Photo / AP

MOVIES

Weinstein's plan to keep making movies despite scandal

18 Oct, 2017 5:05pm
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Despite scores of women accusing him of assault, Weinstein's not giving up on movies

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Just Be Cool

There’s a packed house inside, but the star is nowhere to be found. Will there be a show? Will Daz & Ast lose their jobs?

Swipemares

Doesn't get anymore embarrassing than this!

Skin Deep

Martin Guptill opens up on the pressures of the game.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

Challenge yourself with the latest Code Cracker, Sudoku, Wordsearch and Crossword puzzles

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: October 19

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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King of Instagram Dan Bilzerian shows off NZ

19 Oct, 2017 9:52am
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Dan Bilzerian has touched down in Aotearoa.

Jack and Matty: Anatomy of a TV bromance

19 Oct, 2017 7:48am
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He's losing Brodie Kane but Matty McLean has his "work husband" to lean on: Jack Tame.

Shari Flavall, Ling and Zing and Lacey Swanepoel. Photos / Supplied

Former reality stars still chasing the celebrity dream

18 Oct, 2017 3:06pm
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Fifteen minutes of fame just wasn't enough for some Kiwi reality stars.

Director Taika Waititi (L) and actor Chris Hemsworth from Marvel Studios Thor: Raganrok' at the San Diego Comic-Con International 2017. Photo / Getty

Taika calls Hollywood star a Māori

18 Oct, 2017 12:10pm
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Taika Waititi's laidback Kiwi-ness is rubbing off on the big movie stars.

Married at First Sight NZ's Lacey Swanepoel. Photo / Instagram

MAFS' Lacey takes on Luke

17 Oct, 2017 2:49pm
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MAFS's Lacey Swanepoel has come out 'all guns blazing' at war with hubby Luke.

Shailene Woodley and Ben Volavola. Photo / Instagram

Hollywood star dating NZ rugby player

17 Oct, 2017 12:38pm
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Shailene Woodley's revealed that she is in a relationship with rugby player Ben Volavola.

Haydn Daniels and Bel Clarke. Photos / Supplied

MAFS NZ: Real reason behind Bel and Haydn's fight revealed

17 Oct, 2017 12:06pm
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MAFS groom Hadyn has finally revealed the reason his wife Bel walked out on him.

Breakfast presenter quits TVNZ for radio

17 Oct, 2017 11:00am
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Brodie Kane today confirmed she's joining The Hits' morning show in Christchurch.

Why KJ Apa has never had a girlfriend

16 Oct, 2017 2:44pm
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"I don't know how much I have to offer to someone right now" says Apa.

Baby Harley Louise Guptill. Photo / Instagram

Stork alert: The Kiwi celeb baby boom

15 Oct, 2017 10:41am
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October is baby mania time on the A-list scene.

Parliament set for celebrity invasion

15 Oct, 2017 10:00am
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The 52nd New Zealand Parliament is alive with celebrity and media-connected MPs.

Shortland Street keeps it in the family

15 Oct, 2017 10:00am
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There is a new face coming to Ferndale - though newcomer Dylan Poihipi may look familiar.

Latest From Lifestyle

Sources claim Harry and Meghan's engagement isn't a case of

LIFESTYLE

Harry and Meghan's secret tea party with the Queen

19 Oct, 2017 12:27pm

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LIFESTYLE

Scientists discover your mind still works when you die

19 Oct, 2017 8:00am
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Woman weds prince she met at nightclub

18 Oct, 2017 11:48am
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LIFESTYLE

Meet the new 'Devast8'

19 Oct, 2017 11:01am
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'Disabled' student hits back at bullying teachers

18 Oct, 2017 11:30am
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LIFESTYLE

You're making cheese toasties wrong

17 Oct, 2017 9:08am
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10 tips for cleaning and maintaining your barbecue

19 Oct, 2017 5:01pm
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Elizabeth Hurley is global ambassador for Estee Lauder's Breast Cancer Campaign

19 Oct, 2017 5:08am
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The lack of asymmetry in your eyes might be the biological and anatomical basis for dyslexia. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Have scientists found the cause of dyslexia?

19 Oct, 2017 8:50am
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And a potential cure?

LIFESTYLE

Girl's reaction to adoption news will melt your heart

19 Oct, 2017 11:21am
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"This is the best thing that's ever happened to me."

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Kate Hudson wears New Zealand fashion

The actor is the latest high profile fan of Auckland-based brand Maggie Marilyn.

See Miss Crabb's exclusive tour merch for Bic Runga

The designer has created a range of merchandise for Bic Runga's anniversary tour of Drive.

Eleanor Ozich's apricot and chocolate bumper bars

Transport back to your childhood with this Kiwi favourite, made with a wholesome twist.

Restaurant Review: Terroir at Craggy Range

New chef Casey McDonald plans to make the restaurant an international destination.

Scott Towers of Fat Freddy's Drop shares his food tour of Hawke's Bay

Scott Towers, aka Chopper Reeds, seeks out the best food in his new home.

Is sexual harassment rife in the fashion industry?

As many in the industry start to break their silence, Lisa Armstrong looks at the fallout

Why it's time to dust off your corduroy

It's making a comeback, and not just with fusty academia or fashionistas of bygone eras.

Throw a trendy vegetarian dinner party

15 scrumptious recipes to celebrate World Vegetarian Month.

Metallics to give you a sun-kissed glow

Indulge your inner disco diva with metallics, the modern way to shine.

Strawberry icecream

Get into the summery mood with a big scoop of this divinely creamy dessert.

The return of pearls

Today's designers give a prim favourite a subversive twist

Don't let bad news get you down

Tips on what you can do to avoid negative stress caused by distressing news

Some women said they don't judge others who do it - but insist they themselves never could. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Is it okay to wear pyjamas on the school run?

19 Oct, 2017 8:34am
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Mum sparks fierce online debate. So would you do it?

'It kind of feels like you're on holiday most of the time,' Tegan Latham said. Photo / Today Tonight

LIFESTYLE

Solo mum praised for clever solution to rent struggles

19 Oct, 2017 10:05am
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Facing rising rents, this mum came up with a new way of life.

Are you fed up with forking our more and more money for butter? Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi cooking teacher's tip for spreading butter further

17 Oct, 2017 12:51pm
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This recipe could help you save on the expensive staple.

Latest from Bite

Chia chocolate miracle cake

Adding chia seeds to any kind of cake keeps it extra moist.

Chicken salad with lemon and roasted garlic dressing

A healthy, intensely flavoured salad that makes a perfect healthy lunch.

50+ healthy breakfast ideas

Porridge, muesli and other nut and grain-based breakfasts to start your day off right.

Quick dessert: pineapple with basil lime sugar

Caramelised pineapple gets a sprinkling of fragrant sugar and a squeeze of tangy lime

The perfect victoria sponge

A strawberries and cream classic

This ratatouille is a taste sensation

The second prize winner in our spring reader recipe competition is vegan-friendly

Winning reader recipe

James' Siddle's spring snapper and broad bean sandwiches

90+ spring chicken recipes

Transform your dinners into lighter meals incorporating chicken and spring produce

Steak with quick, homemade red capsicum relish

Pick up some salad and steaks and you're 20 minutes away from this impressive dinner

Fresh egg spaghetti with tomato and scallops

From our 5 ingredients in under 30 minutes file

Cooking with nuts

Ray McVinnie is full of deliciously nutty recipe ideas

Oaty chocolate chip cookies

Something about the combination of gooey chocolate and chewy oats is just perfection.

Latest From Travel

Grand Canyon trekkers. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

Colorado: Not for the faint-hearted

19 Oct, 2017 1:00pm

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The restaurant and bar area aboard Crystal Skye. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

Is this the world's most luxurious jet?

5 Oct, 2017 3:00pm
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Launched last month, Crystal Skye is the world's largest private charter jet.

The fishing village of Fjallbacka is the star attraction in the scenic Bohuslan region and an easy 1.5-hour drive from Sweden's second city, Gothenburg. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

Fjallbacka: Swede inspiration

5 Oct, 2017 11:00am
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Sarah Marshall enjoys West Sweden's covetable coastal lifestyle.

Take a break from snapping selfies and make sure you take a screenshot of your boarding pass before you head to the airport. Photo / 123RF

TRAVEL

The photo you should take before flying

5 Oct, 2017 1:30pm
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This tip could save you a lot of stress when it comes to checking-in.

Latest From Technology

BUSINESS

Rocket Lab scoops two top awards

19 Oct, 2017 9:00pm

2 minutes to read

BUSINESS

Internet loses it over 'boring' Elon Musk invention

19 Oct, 2017 12:45pm
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Billionaire launched a new business venture on Twitter - and the internet went nuts.

Ulrich Frerk founder and chief executive of Kiwi tech firm Adroit. Picture / Shaun Ross.

BUSINESS

PwC Herald Talks: The internet of things

19 Oct, 2017 10:16am
2 minutes to read

Stores with no checkouts will be a "everywhere" in the next five years, says an expert.

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