Fallon leaves school job
Former All White and leading secondary school coach Kevin Fallon has left his job at Mt Albert Grammar School.
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Team NZ shut out of meeting
Team New Zealand have been told to stay away from a meeting in London next week between potential challengers and America's Cup holders Oracle Team USA.
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Photo error: Apology to Boyland family
The New Zealand Herald apologises unreservedly to the family and friends of Guy Boyland following the incorrect use of two images in today's paper and on nzherald.co.nz…
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No clear run for Craig
John Key has confirmed National will not pull a candidate to give Colin Craig a clear run and ruled out any last minute change, even if it could cost National a third…
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Man on beach killed by crashing plane
A father was killed and his 9-year-old daughter seriously injured while walking along a Florida beach when a small plane crash landed and struck them.
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Chip shop burglar sentenced
A judge has apologised for chuckling during the sentencing of a chip shop burglar who was caught after becoming trapped in an extraction vent.
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Faulty indicator delays Air NZ flight
A faulty indication system prompted Air New Zealand pilots to abort take-off during departure from Hawaii last night.
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Top Kiwi executive 'driven' to succeed
The famous son of the New Zealander taking the helm at retail giant Walmart says his dad was always driven to succeed, and instilled those values in his kids.
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iPhone, the golden core of Apple
The iPhone is the most important piece in the Apple solar system. Since it was first released in 2007, the iPhone has more or less taken Apple.
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Warmer winter weather this week
It could be time to peel off some of the winter layers this week as temperatures look set to rise - even topping 20C in some areas.
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Adventure company 'held to account'
An adventure company has been found guilty over the death of an Australian tourist two years ago.
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Get real about things you are grateful for
When you are feeling in the depths of despair it does not help at all to be told to count your blessings, writes Deborah Hill Cone.
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What can be made of sevens defeat?
It says something about this loss that, despite New Zealand winning three gold medals today, the most significant story from today's action is a silver.
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A school has paid tribute to a former student and popular Nelson teen who died after falling through the roof of a cathedral…
Conservative Party's 'Vote' logo rejected
The Conservative Party has been blocked from using its new "Vote" logo on ballot papers after the Electoral Commission found it was likely to confuse voters.
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Election 2014
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John Key: No clear run for Colin Craig
Prime Minister John Key has confirmed National will not pull its candidate in East Coast Bays to give Conservative leader…
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Men dominate National list
National Party president Peter Goodfellow says the low number of women standing for National this election is partly because of the democratic process.
Audrey Young: Policies and people all part of campaign
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Abano delivers second year of strong profits
Abano Healthcare, the medical investor fending off a hostile takeover from its biggest shareholder, posted a 75 per cent…
Dorchester unveils Turners Auction takeover
Dorchester Pacific plans to offer $3 a share in cash, shares and notes for Turners Auctions, valuing the auction company at $82 million, after winning support from chairman…
Burger King's NZ losses grow
Blackstone Group's Burger King chain in New Zealand widened its loss in 2013 as rising sales, in an increasingly crowded burger market, were offset by higher costs.
Big Acurity shareholders launch takeover bid
The three biggest shareholders of Acurity Health Group have launched a cash takeover bid for the 29 per cent they don't own, valuing the private hospital operator at…
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The UN Security Council called for "an immediate and unconditional humanitarian cease-fire" in the Gaza war between Israel…
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MH17 investigation abandoned by fighting
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Rugby: Ex-All Black dies
Former All Black front-rower Eric Anderson has died. Prop Anderson, who was 83, played 10 matches for the All Blacks on…
Rugby: Ropiha ruled out for month with injury
Piutau, Carter back for All Blacks
Crusaders and Canterbury prop Joe Moody has also been brought in as an injury replacement for Tony Woodcock who will miss the start of the Rugby Championship with a…
Carter puts emphasis on improving
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Chris Rattue: Crusaders have the edge in Super 15 final
The Crusaders to win by about 12 points. That is this column's pick for the Super 15 final.
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David Leggat: Cyclists match high expectations
The stats tell the story of New Zealand's remarkable performance at the Commonwealth Games track cycling meeting, which ended this morning.
