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NEW ZEALAND

'We are in shock': Immigration gate crash wedding

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am

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NEW ZEALAND

Auckland Council staff given freebies for Lions test series

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Air NZ expects tourism boom to continue

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Policies still affordable, Labour says

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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WORLD

N Korea reveals 'never seen before missile'

23 Aug, 2017 8:47pm
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LIFESTYLE

Kiwis reveal budget grocery hacks

23 Aug, 2017 2:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Teacher married student half her age

23 Aug, 2017 5:57pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

What TV stars get paid each episode

23 Aug, 2017 5:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Police officer quits after campaign of harassment

23 Aug, 2017 9:46pm
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The police officer who harassed a businessman for two years has resigned from the force.

SPORT

Back in black: Coles emerges from concussion cloud

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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The man regarded as the best hooker in world rugby is set to start against the Wallabies.

NEW ZEALAND

Raybon Kan: It's an election Gareth, not a beauty contest

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am

COMMENT: It's almost as if Gareth Morgan has never met a human.

ENTERTAINMENT

Sideswipe: Mistaken identity

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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A picture of our PM has been mistaken for a stock image.

LIFESTYLE

Moment our father told us our mother was dead

23 Aug, 2017 1:49pm
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Prince Harry and Prince William open up about their mother's death in candid interview.

SPORT

Chris Rattue: Simple solution to Sky's crisis

23 Aug, 2017 4:50pm
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COMMENT: Under Sky TV's monopoly, sport is priced for the rich. That must change.

ENTERTAINMENT

Is this the best joke of the year?

23 Aug, 2017 1:28pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Methane discovery could change climate priorities

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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WORLD

Submarine death: Headless torso identified as journalist

23 Aug, 2017 5:33pm
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Body was attached to a piece of metal "likely to make it sink" police say.

BUSINESS

Rent for longer and bring your pet with you

23 Aug, 2017 7:12pm
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New homes on Hobsonville Point will let you rent for longer and bring your pet with you.

WORLD

'Not fit to be president': Ex-spy chief lashes Trump

23 Aug, 2017 4:12pm
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The former US director of national intelligence has slammed Trump in a scathing interview.

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NEW ZEALAND

Life as a teen mum: 'Incredibly tough'

22 Aug, 2017 10:03pm

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Premium & Indepth

Becoming an investor for $5

A startup is promising a way into the sharemarket for those of us who aren't already rich.

Premium & Indepth

Texas: Bordering on the bizarre

Premium & Indepth

Rachel Stewart: Ardern oasis in political desert

Premium & Indepth

Heartbeat: Ahipara, where GFC stopped the boom

Premium & Indepth

Insight: Big shift where Kiwi holidaymakers are going

Premium & Indepth

The cop, his wife and the 'hitman'

Premium & Indepth

Education: can we trust the teachers?

Choosing between education policies comes down to how much you trust teachers.

Premium & Indepth

Hey Bill, we've plans for surplus

COMMENT: The question is whether voters will give Ardern a blank cheque.

Latest From New Zealand

NEW ZEALAND

Passions high over natural assets

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am

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NEW ZEALAND

Decision looms on Easter trading

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Raybon Kan: It's an election Gareth, not a beauty contest

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Not so fast on endorsing TPP minus the US

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

White or red? Shopping has never been so good

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Raglan's growing popularity problem

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Editorial: Economy approaching capacity

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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SPORT

Focus: World famous ref Nigel Owens heads back to highschool

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Focus: Matilda the show comes to New Zealand

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Charity 'I Got Your Backpack' gets helping hand

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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SPORT

Focus: Record low odds for ABs vs Wallabies

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Explosive allegations in Banks' paternity case

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Ardern unfazed by rise of ‘personality politics’

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Jacinda opens up about life in the political spotlight

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

NZ Herald Focus: Jacinda or Bill? Who gets the country’s top job?

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Local Focus: Environment Minister makes it harder to protect the environment

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Vote 2017

BUSINESS

National launches 'boldest-ever' trade policy

NEW ZEALAND

Gareth Morgan blows up 'lipstick on pig' controversy

NEW ZEALAND

Labour candidate apologises for email threat

NEW ZEALAND

Where do parties stand on immigration?

NEW ZEALAND

Dunne's departure strengthens Peters' hand

NEW ZEALAND

Heartland: Cheese capital needs a boost

BUSINESS

National launches 'boldest-ever' trade policy

NEW ZEALAND

Gareth Morgan blows up 'lipstick on pig' controversy

NEW ZEALAND

Labour candidate apologises for email threat

NEW ZEALAND

Where do parties stand on immigration?

NEW ZEALAND

Dunne's departure strengthens Peters' hand

NEW ZEALAND

Heartland: Cheese capital needs a boost

Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Air NZ expects tourism boom to continue

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am

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BUSINESS

Peters clarifies Contact Energy comments

23 Aug, 2017 6:02pm
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BUSINESS

NZ dollar falls after pre-election update

23 Aug, 2017 5:46pm
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BUSINESS

NZ shares rise as A2 hits record, Air NZ gains on earnings

23 Aug, 2017 5:41pm
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BUSINESS

Climate fight an opportunity, Ardern tells business

23 Aug, 2017 4:11pm
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TECHNOLOGY

Becoming an investor for $5

23 Aug, 2017 4:00pm
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BUSINESS

Auckland Airport working on transport solutions

23 Aug, 2017 3:43pm
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BUSINESS

Rent for longer and bring your pet with you

23 Aug, 2017 7:12pm
3 minutes to read

New homes on Hobsonville Point will let you rent for longer and bring your pet with you.

BUSINESS

More mea culpa from Fletcher chairman

23 Aug, 2017 6:10pm
2 minutes to read

"This was not the result we wanted, it was not the result our shareholders wanted."

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

How not to kill your child

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Top reasons never to hire a cowboy

23 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Building company collapses predicted

22 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: New life on Mars

18 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Kids in danger from car seat errors

17 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Cowboys 'raided' by investigators

16 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Team NZ show way to big business

14 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Don't let political apathy rule

11 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Water filters carry $10,000 danger

10 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Opinion

NEW ZEALAND

Brian Rudman: Lunacy of Easter trade hours

23 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: It's time to end the charade and allow Easter Sunday trading, says Brian Rudman.

BUSINESS

Hey Bill, we've plans for surplus

23 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: The question is whether voters will give Ardern a blank cheque.

New Zealand

Rachel Stewart: Ardern oasis in political desert

23 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: Labour leader's magnetism has not been seen since Clark and Lange.

Latest From World

WORLD

Maddie's parents: Stop trolling us with abuse

23 Aug, 2017 8:50pm

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WORLD

With Bannon back in charge, Breitbart crushes Trump

23 Aug, 2017 7:22pm
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It's officially on.

WORLD

Victim of bashing: 'I wasn't the best wife'

23 Aug, 2017 5:58pm
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An Australian woman filmed being attacked by her husband says she was at fault, too

WORLD

Powerful Typhoon Hato slams into Hong Kong, Macau

23 Aug, 2017 5:50pm
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There are reports of three people dead in Macau and two more missing.

WORLD

'Demon goat' terrifies villagers

23 Aug, 2017 5:33pm
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A bizarre mutant goat with human-like facial features has left the internet astonished.

Motoring News

Watch rallying psycho Ken Block's latest vehicular insanity

23 Aug, 2017 6:17pm
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Ariel reportedly set to launch 880kW electric supercar

23 Aug, 2017 1:55pm
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Gixxer Cup: Finding NZ's next Superbike champion

23 Aug, 2017 12:36pm
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Confirmed! Hyundai are building a ute ... but is it coming here?

23 Aug, 2017 12:34pm
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NZ Rally Championship battle continues in the Coromandel

23 Aug, 2017 11:31am
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Kombi-inspired VW electric microbus will go on sale in 2022

23 Aug, 2017 9:57am
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Ford, Chinese partner look at possible electric car venture

23 Aug, 2017 8:10am
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Raikkonen extends contract with Ferrari

23 Aug, 2017 7:21am
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Zambesi drives Mercedes for NZ Fashion Week

23 Aug, 2017 7:14am
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Latest From Sport

SPORT

Back in black: Coles emerges from concussion cloud

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am

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SPORT

Watch: Steve Hansen on his All Blacks inspiration

23 Aug, 2017 5:26pm
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Hansen has tried to cast his team in the mould of the one that inspired him 50 years ago.

SPORT

Potential buyer pulls out of Warriors deal

23 Aug, 2017 1:10pm
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SPORT

Neesham set for big payday in World XI

23 Aug, 2017 12:39pm
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SPORT

World champ weightlifter killed in brawl

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm
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SPORT

Welsh referee singing a different tune

23 Aug, 2017 6:19pm
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Nigel Owens enjoyed the chance to whistle a free-flowing schoolboy fixture in Auckland.

SPORT

Gregor Paul: All Blacks team picks itself

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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This All Blacks team may be the easiest of the year for the selectors to have picked.

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NEW ZEALAND

Mangere kids receive voting enrollment letters

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

NEW ZEALAND

Winston Peters warns next financial shock imminent

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

NEW ZEALAND

University of Otago studies group of southern right whales

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

SPORT

Focus: World famous ref Nigel Owens heads back to highschool

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

SPORT

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen on his rugby upbringing, legendary All Blacks and more

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

NEW ZEALAND

Jacinda Ardern on income tax

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

ENTERTAINMENT

Focus: Matilda the show comes to New Zealand

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Charity 'I Got Your Backpack' gets helping hand

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

NEW ZEALAND

PM Bill English gets a lesson in rolling pastry

23 Aug, 2017 4:29pm

Latest From Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT

So what about that openly gay Xena reboot?

23 Aug, 2017 7:04am
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Xena: Warrior Princess fans will today awaken to some sad news - the reboot is axed.

ENTERTAINMENT

Kiwi model calls in lawyers over nude pic hack

23 Aug, 2017 9:40am
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Kiwi model Stella Maxwell and her girlfriend Kristen Stewart have called in the lawyers.

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Intern - Season 2 Episode 1

If you're on the radio first thing in the morning, sleeping in the studio....kinda...makes sense?

Swipemares - Police Raid

Ending a Tinder date hanging with cops is usually bad...this one has got to be tops.

Stand Up Girl - Episode 3

Trying to keep your personal and professional live separate when you're a sex worker can be...difficult.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: August 23

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Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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PJ's awkward run-in with Lorde

23 Aug, 2017 12:42pm
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ZM's PJ Harding is a pro when it comes to awkward encounters of her own making.

Keeping up with the Ridges

23 Aug, 2017 7:24am
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Was reality TV show The Ridges made five years too early?

Hilary praises mag for not air-brushing her wrinkles

22 Aug, 2017 3:03pm
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Barry has spoken out praising the magazine for not airbrushing her latest cover shot.

Richie McCaw stars in safety video

22 Aug, 2017 9:43am
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On or off the field, Richie's always been one to take his leadership roles seriously.

Megan proposes to her man

21 Aug, 2017 1:56pm
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They've been engaged for a year, but the romance is still blossoming!

Are aliens about to invade Shortland Street?

20 Aug, 2017 7:18am
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A strange disappearance sees Ben Barrington bare all for an upcoming episode.

The Block stars reveal hidden 'talents'

20 Aug, 2017 7:17am
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The Block teams compete to see who has the X Factor in the talent stakes.

Why disco fever is sweeping Auckland

20 Aug, 2017 7:16am
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Lucy Lawless stars as the hedonistic diva of the Pleasuredome.

Winston's daughter Bree Peters campaigns for love

20 Aug, 2017 7:15am
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Former Shortland Street star Bree Peters is returning to New Zealand.

Millie Elder-Holmes now single

19 Aug, 2017 9:22am
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Millie's apologised to her social media fans for being absent because of a break-up.

Is this the weirdest thing Lorde's ever done?

18 Aug, 2017 3:00pm
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A weird, candlelit basement, a small coven and a tonne of witchy vibes.

KJ Apa wants you to call him 'Daddy'

17 Aug, 2017 5:00pm
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"I'm trying to earn it from the girls...since the new goal in life is to be called Daddy"

Latest From Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE

Queen 'deeply hurt' by criticism over Diana's death

23 Aug, 2017 12:46pm

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LIFESTYLE

Would you let your daughter wear this swimsuit?

23 Aug, 2017 11:34am
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LIFESTYLE

Baby boomers hitting booze, bong at alarming levels

23 Aug, 2017 12:42pm
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LIFESTYLE

How to eat like a Victoria's Secret model

23 Aug, 2017 9:56am
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Six things millennials are too anxious to do

23 Aug, 2017 9:35am
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What not to say to people with cancer

23 Aug, 2017 7:00am
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A healthy alternative: gluten-free cauliflower pizza bases

23 Aug, 2017 4:15pm
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The online jewellery store you need to know about

23 Aug, 2017 6:30am
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LIFESTYLE

Top Kiwi model's sweet proposal at Spotlight store

22 Aug, 2017 1:52pm
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Ashleigh Good reveals her rollercoaster ride to true love.

LIFESTYLE

Is Kmart lunchbox 'hack' flawed?

23 Aug, 2017 10:33am
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There's something you should know about this lunchbox hack.

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Celebrating the individual style of 7 talented women

23 Aug, 2017 6:36am

We explore how stylish women express themselves through what they wear

Restaurant review: Feriza's, Wynyard Quarter

23 Aug, 2017 6:35am

Feriza's brings a professional formula to the Viaduct, writes Jesse Mulligan

Win a trip for two to Hawaii

23 Aug, 2017 6:31am

Enter our competition to win a trip for two to Oahu and the Island of Hawaii

Augustine dipping a toe into footwear

23 Aug, 2017 6:20am

Designer Kelly Coe's charismatic personality is reflected in her new footwear collection

Recipes for a Mexican fiesta

18 Aug, 2017 3:17pm

Invite your mates around for a Mexican-themed dinner party

Ballet dancer Madeleine Graham shares her beauty routine

21 Aug, 2017 6:10am

Ballet dancer Madeleine Graham shares her beauty routine

Gluten-free banana pikelets recipe

20 Aug, 2017 6:00am

These simple pikelets are great way to start experimenting with gluten-free products

Best dressed celebrities of the week

19 Aug, 2017 6:00am

The coolest looks of the week breeze by in washed out fabrics and saturated hues

Fishing for Al Brown's seafood tips

18 Aug, 2017 2:30pm

The chef - and keen fisherman - shares his advice for catching and cooking fish

Watch Nom*D's 'Red' show from NZFW 2002

17 Aug, 2017 4:46pm

There was salt on the runway and models with a punk attitude - revisit Nom*D's famous show

Eleanor Ozich's simple cardamom chocolate cake recipe

17 Aug, 2017 6:15am

A late night chocolate craving leads to a cleverly simple chocolate cake recipe

Meet the "new Nigella"

16 Aug, 2017 6:30am

Izy Hossack is only 20 but she has 250,000 Instagram followers and a new cookbook

LIFESTYLE

Moment our father told us our mother was dead

23 Aug, 2017 1:49pm
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Prince Harry and Prince William open up about their mother's death in candid interview.

LIFESTYLE

7 signs David Beckham is having a midlife crisis

23 Aug, 2017 10:56am
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Let's face it - we all wish our midlife crisis looked this good.

LIFESTYLE

Severe brain damage after single bite of meal

22 Aug, 2017 12:33pm
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TV producer's horrifying reaction to eating nuts on a flight.

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One pot chocolate and raspberry cupcakes

Rich and moist chocolate and raspberry cupcakes that you can whip up in a flash.

Prawn and tomato pasta

For an elegant and tasty dinner option, what could be nicer than tiger prawns.

Honey chicken bake

It's one-pan wonderful and just right for dinner tonight

How to clarify butter

Step-by-step easy

Seared beef, noodles and brussels sprouts

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Annabel Langbein's ultimate vanilla cupcakes

This batter will keep for 4-5 days in the fridge so you can bake a few as you need them.

How to eat a better breakfast

All your favourite bits from today's Bite magazine online.

Apple and berry tea cake

Enjoy this with a cup of tea, or it is scrumptious served warm with custard for dessert.

Slow cooked venison osso bucco

A rich, melt in your mouth meal, perfect for cold evenings.

Rhubarb crumble cake

You can add nuts or coconut and vary the fruits and spices to suit your own tastes.

Fish burgers with tomato and avocado salsa

Crispy, crumbed fish and a fresh tomato and avocado salsa for a burger with fresh flavour.

Dutch apple cake

Up the ante and serve this cake with vanilla-scented cream and homemade apple sauce.

Latest From Travel

TRAVEL

Flight check: Cancun to LA

23 Aug, 2017 3:00pm

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TRAVEL

Mums' tips for long-haul with babies

23 Aug, 2017 10:11am
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These creative tricks might be just the ticket for next time you fly with little ones.

TRAVEL

Hottest Kiwi destinations

23 Aug, 2017 10:00am
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Sally Jackson tests the waters at five of New Zealand's lesser-known hot springs.

TRAVEL

The world's most expensive holiday

23 Aug, 2017 7:27am
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He may be 81-years-old but this king certainly knows how to live it up.

Latest From Technology

TECHNOLOGY

Becoming an investor for $5

23 Aug, 2017 4:00pm

3 minutes to read

BUSINESS

TeamTalk returns to full-year profit

23 Aug, 2017 1:31pm
2 minutes to read

TeamTalk returned to full-year profit and affirmed its guidance for 2018.

BUSINESS

How Google is secretly recording you

23 Aug, 2017 9:08am
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Technology giant's secret recording device that stores your conversations.

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