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WORLD

Kiwis' home badly damaged in Houston floods

2 Sep, 2017 9:42pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Lotto Powerball jackpots to $22m

2 Sep, 2017 8:01pm
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SPORT

Ardie Savea could be last man standing

2 Sep, 2017 4:40pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Horror hit and run: 'I saw just the rolling of the grass'

2 Sep, 2017 6:26am
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NEW ZEALAND

Two children critical after Timaru crash

2 Sep, 2017 6:35pm
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WORLD

The truth about life after North Korea

2 Sep, 2017 7:58pm
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LIFESTYLE

Harsh reality of being an Instagram star

2 Sep, 2017 6:13pm
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BUSINESS

Why retailers want you to 'click and collect'

2 Sep, 2017 7:00pm
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WORLD

Nurse arrested for doing her job

2 Sep, 2017 10:58am
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Police officer roughs up nurse for refusing to let him take blood without warrant.

NEW ZEALAND

English: 'Stardust' in media around Ardern

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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"They're thinking that looks a bit fresh...well, I can tell them that's not the case.

LIFESTYLE

Woman goes on 77 dates in two years and rates men

2 Sep, 2017 12:40pm

Reporter goes on nerve-wracking date with possibly Britain's pickiest singleton.

NEW ZEALAND

Vote 2017: Your say - who is winning the race?

1 Sep, 2017 5:30pm
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Heart Beat series: They told us about their towns. Now hear their views on the election.

NEW ZEALAND

The sad tale of a woman who just wanted to retire

2 Sep, 2017 1:07pm
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Treena Hillman was months off retiring with plans to travel, having worked all her life.

WORLD

Enraged mother kills daughter's 'rapist'

2 Sep, 2017 4:37pm
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An enraged mother has confessed to killing the teen accused of raping her 6yo daughter.

SPORT

The ABs' most under appreciated player

2 Sep, 2017 1:02pm
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LIFESTYLE

Why are young men chasing women in their 50s?

2 Sep, 2017 7:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Giant spider freaks out farmer

1 Sep, 2017 8:20pm
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A farmer got the fright of his life when he discovered this huge mysterious spider.

ENTERTAINMENT

Naz blasts MediaWorks over The Block bullying

1 Sep, 2017 2:30pm
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"People don't understand how bad it gets," says The Bachelor star.

WORLD

Difference between Obama and Trump responses in crisis

2 Sep, 2017 10:23am
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The former photographer for Obama has highlighted the ex-President's response to disasters

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BUSINESS

Rugby battle brews as Sky faces Amazon

2 Sep, 2017 6:20pm

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Premium & Indepth

Backpacker murders: Perjury decision reignites mystery

Witness C's testimony will remain the subject of debate in judicial circles throughout NZ.

Premium & Indepth

Chance moment sparked career

How one woman's passion for science and business have opened a world of opportunities.

Premium & Indepth

The nearly men: The greatest rugby team you never saw

They played with Lomu, Wilson and Spencer but never made it themselves... the nearly men.

Latest From New Zealand

NEW ZEALAND

Suicide reduction target 'reasonable' - minister

2 Sep, 2017 12:23pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Lotto Powerball jackpots to $22 million

2 Sep, 2017 8:01pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Selfies and hugs as Ardern campaigns in Auckland

2 Sep, 2017 4:05pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Two-car crash in Manukau

2 Sep, 2017 6:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Two children critical after Timaru crash

2 Sep, 2017 6:35pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Elderly woman lay dead in home for weeks

2 Sep, 2017 5:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

English: 'Stardust' in media about Ardern

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sumo Citrus

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Focus: Florence renaissance in NZ

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: How Jacinda overtook the PM

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Focus: Pop-up cafe helps City Mission with unusual breakfasts

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Manawa/City Focus update

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Focus: 20 years of Huffer

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Focus: Spark slashes unlimited data plans

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Bill English on NZ Herald Focus

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Local Focus: No more Te Kuiti Campground

2 Sep, 2017 4:20pm
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Vote 2017

NEW ZEALAND

Heartbeat: Te Horo's hopes and fears

NEW ZEALAND

Back to the future in Rolleston

NEW ZEALAND

Leak of Peters' info addressed at debate

NEW ZEALAND

English farms rural support, says ignore 'extreme views'

NEW ZEALAND

Local Focus: On a mission to enrol more youth

NEW ZEALAND

Fox takes top spot on Maori Party list

NEW ZEALAND

Heartbeat: Te Horo's hopes and fears

NEW ZEALAND

Back to the future in Rolleston

NEW ZEALAND

Leak of Peters' info addressed at debate

NEW ZEALAND

English farms rural support, says ignore 'extreme views'

NEW ZEALAND

Local Focus: On a mission to enrol more youth

NEW ZEALAND

Fox takes top spot on Maori Party list

Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Why retailers want you to 'click and collect'

2 Sep, 2017 7:00pm

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BUSINESS

Rugby battle brews as Sky faces Amazon

2 Sep, 2017 2:52pm
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BUSINESS

The ad too controversial for TV

2 Sep, 2017 2:28pm
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BUSINESS

Graeme Wheeler: The exit interview

2 Sep, 2017 2:06pm
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BUSINESS

Chance moment sparked career

2 Sep, 2017 12:52pm
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BUSINESS

Couple sue big real estate firm for $280k

2 Sep, 2017 12:51pm
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BUSINESS

How SMEs can prepare for Amazon's arrival

2 Sep, 2017 12:14pm
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BUSINESS

Separate finances secret to happy marriage

2 Sep, 2017 3:55pm
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Forget love and romance, the real secret of a happy marriage is separate bank accounts.

BUSINESS

Bid to buy stock exchange stirs security fears

2 Sep, 2017 3:22pm
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A proposed transaction has stirred debate about foreign takeovers of US corporations.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Man will always beat machine

1 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

What sort of parent are you?

30 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Baby seals help in health care

28 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Americans struggle to own homes

25 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Using ozone for laundry a gas

25 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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How to save a child's life

24 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Top reasons never to hire a cowboy

23 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Building company collapses predicted

22 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Fisher Funds: New life on Mars

18 Aug, 2017 5:00am
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Opinion

NEW ZEALAND

English's prospect of second historic loss

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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The Nats stick to their guns as the Jacinda effect goes global.

NEW ZEALAND

Black Thursday all bad news for National fans

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: You don't have to support Peters or his party to be outraged about the treatment he's got.

New Zealand

Doing good with your savings

2 Sep, 2017 8:36am
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COMMENT: More Kiwis are backing socially responsible investment funds.

Latest From World

WORLD

Kiwis' home badly damaged in Houston floods

2 Sep, 2017 9:42pm

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WORLD

The truth about life after North Korea

2 Sep, 2017 7:58pm
4 minutes to read

It is rare for North Koreans to understand English, as they are told what they will learn.

WORLD

Enraged mother kills daughter's 'rapist'

2 Sep, 2017 4:37pm
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An enraged mother has confessed to killing the teen accused of raping her 6yo daughter.

WORLD

Explosions, raging fire at Texas chemical plant

2 Sep, 2017 12:13pm
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A raging fire has broken out at a Texas chemical plant.

WORLD

Mother finds baby's coffin empty after 42 year battle

2 Sep, 2017 12:12pm
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Lydia Reid, has campaigned to find out what happened to her son Gary.

Motoring News

Lamborghini Aventador S super coupe: the EGO has landed

2 Sep, 2017 9:36am
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Giltrap Group's $30m exotic opening day

1 Sep, 2017 4:47pm
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New futuristic Smart car greets you, can be hailed via an app

1 Sep, 2017 3:23pm
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Kiwis Brendon Hartley and Earl Bamber prepare for Mexico WEC

1 Sep, 2017 1:47pm
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Updated Nissan 370Z gets a NISMO touch in 2018

1 Sep, 2017 12:13pm
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Alfa Romeo celebrates 33 Stradale's 50th birthday

1 Sep, 2017 10:25am
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Detroit Electric set to reveal $2.5b EV plans

1 Sep, 2017 10:23am
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The life-size LEGO Formula 1 car that took 350,000 bricks to make

1 Sep, 2017 7:24am
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Everything you need to know about the new Porsche Cayenne

1 Sep, 2017 7:23am
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Latest From Sport

SPORT

Savea could be last man standing

2 Sep, 2017 4:40pm

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SPORT

Naholo double breaks Counties hearts

2 Sep, 2017 9:34pm
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An 80th-minute try helped an unconvincing Taranaki to an unlikely win over Counties.

SPORT

Lewis: Ko's mental strength looks ragged

2 Sep, 2017 11:37am
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SPORT

All Blacks searching for their identity

2 Sep, 2017 1:48pm
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Cycling: Bennett in doubt to make worlds

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm
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SPORT

White clothing a core component - Williamson

2 Sep, 2017 7:12pm
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NZ captain Kane Williamson has outlined his vision for cricket's future in this country.

SPORT

The ABs' most under appreciated player

2 Sep, 2017 1:02pm
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Sam Cane may have become New Zealand's most under appreciated player.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Crowds gather outside Ariana Grande concert

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Marketing expert on marketing to the Chinese Audience

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Jacinda Ardern meets with the faithful of Grey Lynn

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

'Rainbow tick' - Repromed fertility clinic helps first time parents

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Medical Cannabis March hits Queen Street

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Large slip pushes garage into Christchurch Home

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Meet the ladies of the Highland Park Sewing group

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

SPORT

ABs security consultant escapes conviction

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

NEW ZEALAND

Forklift operator just months off retirement dies nine months after accident

2 Sep, 2017 4:52pm

Latest From Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT

Naz blasts MediaWorks over The Block bullying

1 Sep, 2017 2:30pm
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"People don't understand how bad it gets," says The Bachelor star.

ENTERTAINMENT

Mel B battled drug addiction, claims ex

2 Sep, 2017 12:48pm
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Mel B allegedly battled a cocaine and alcohol addiction which impacted her marriage.

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The Critic and the Pig

Self proclaimed food critic Vaughan Smith enlists the help of self proclaimed food pig Josh Thomson to review fancy restaurants, giving each one a score out of a possible five trotters.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: September 1

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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Sol3 Mio boys share some big news

31 Aug, 2017 9:41am
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Lovable singing larrikins Sol3 Mio have some "epic" news to announce.

Radio hosts get naked for Dad's Day

31 Aug, 2017 9:31am
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Hauraki radio duo Matt and Jerry have designed a risque card to celebrate Father's Day.

Will Wendy make the 6pm news tonight?

30 Aug, 2017 4:15pm
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1News anchor has tweeted a frazzled message about being stuck in her TVNZ work lift.

Radio host's sex dream confession - about her co-host

30 Aug, 2017 3:51pm
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Similar to GOT sex scandal with Daenerys and Jon Snow, here's NZ's own disturbing version.

'Sexy hot' Toni's birthday stitch up

30 Aug, 2017 2:04pm
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Toni Street is celebrating a birthday next week and her co-hosts are throwing her a party.

10 lessons we've learned from Anika Moa

30 Aug, 2017 8:38am
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Singer and chat show host Anika Moa is a fantastic source of life hacks, we've discovered.

Lorde's big night out

29 Aug, 2017 11:52am
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She may have been plagued with the flu but that didn't stop Lorde from having a ball.

Why Lorde has busted up knees

28 Aug, 2017 9:17am
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Lorde is putting in some extra effort ahead of her Video Music Awards performance today.

Sam Hayes' new man revealed

27 Aug, 2017 7:21am
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There's a new man melting the heart of Newshub anchor Samantha Hayes.

Pete & Manu downsize for MKR NZ

27 Aug, 2017 7:20am
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My Kitchen Rules NZ returns with Pete Evans and Manu Feildel at the judging table.

Kiwi actor named Rising Star at top film festival

27 Aug, 2017 7:19am
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Vinnie Bennett is moving up in the world of acting.

Spy's guide to the best Fashion Week parties

27 Aug, 2017 7:18am
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There are some very special VIP "must dos" that punters should try get into.

Latest From Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE

L'Oreal drops transgender model over racist comments

2 Sep, 2017 3:08pm

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LIFESTYLE

Where to take Dad to eat this weekend

1 Sep, 2017 4:00pm
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Is your partner is emotionally abusive?

1 Sep, 2017 10:21am
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Party like the stars - inside Auckland's secret club

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Royal fans pay tribute to Diana

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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Strictly star lost 76kg but still hated her body

2 Sep, 2017 10:40am
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bite.co.nz

Breakfast in bed ideas for Dad

1 Sep, 2017 8:33am
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viva.co.nz

What's 'on fleek' these days when it comes to eyebrows?

2 Sep, 2017 6:20am
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LIFESTYLE

Dole to fund Schapelle Corby's 'lush' lifestyle

2 Sep, 2017 11:00am
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Schapelle Corby applies for the dole as she lives the lush life of an Instagram celeb.

LIFESTYLE

Are documentaries bad for your health?

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: The challenge around how scientific evidence is presented is an important one.

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Labne and lavosh recipe

2 Sep, 2017 6:00am

This home-made labne and lavosh is not only economic but delicious

Kelly Coe on the secret to Augustine's success

1 Sep, 2017 6:30am

Ahead of NZ Fashion Weekend, Augustine founder Kelly Coe talks about her successful brand

World keeping it positive for NZFW

1 Sep, 2017 6:30am

World's show for NZ Fashion Weekend will include a collaboration with Eat My Lunch

Playful looks to make you feel fancy at NZ Fashion Weekend

1 Sep, 2017 6:20am

In need of some inspiration? See our edit of laid-back streetwear paired with eveningwear

Watch: All the action at the Stolen Girlfriends Club show

31 Aug, 2017 12:39pm

Maddy Budd goes backstage at Stolen Girlfriends Club's off-site Fashion Week show

Front row at Carlson and Stolen Girlfriends Club

31 Aug, 2017 11:30am

From artists to cool kids, see who was at two of the biggest shows of NZFW

Backstage at NZFW 2017

31 Aug, 2017 11:00am

Photographer Rebecca Zephyr Thomas has been snapping all the backstage action at NZFW

Fun things to do this weekend

31 Aug, 2017 6:30am

Markets, films, and whiskey are all on the cards on the days ahead

The dreamiest desserts in Auckland

31 Aug, 2017 6:20am

Stunning desserts around town that are almost too pretty to eat

New Zealand Fashion Week: Thinking big

31 Aug, 2017 5:00am

One can never accuse Steve Dunstan.

Watch: Insider access at Salasai's anniversary show

30 Aug, 2017 4:32pm

Roving reporter Maddy Budd goes backstage and meets the cutest kids in New Zealand fashion

Lunch with Maggie Marilyn at Fashion Week

30 Aug, 2017 9:13am

Designer Maggie Hewitt, of label Maggie Marilyn, shares her fresh approach to Fashion Week

LIFESTYLE

Where to eat brunch this weekend

2 Sep, 2017 10:00am
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Attention to detail ticks the boxes at this Insta-friendly cafe.

LIFESTYLE

Is this the worst Princess Diana tribute ever?

2 Sep, 2017 9:30am
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Lewis Hamilton penned this weird poem on his Instagram this week.

LIFESTYLE

Woman goes on 77 dates in two years and rates men

2 Sep, 2017 12:40pm
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Reporter goes on nerve-wracking date with possibly Britain's pickiest singleton.

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Breakfast burritos

A bit of spice at breakfast time is yum, especially alongside eggs and encased in a wrap.

Pumpkin pizza

A light, vegetable-packed pizza that will satisfy and impress the family.

Chorizo sausage chilli con carne

A chorizo spiced chilli that you can whip up in a short amount of time on a cold evening.

Simple apple tart

Tart apples in a sweet shortcrust pastry, with a smear of apricot jam. Delightful.

Pork sausages with roasted carrots and lentils

This is like a warm lentil salad with roasted carrots and fried sausages.

Crazy Korean meatballs

Great served on rice for dinner or as nibbles with 5 o'clock drinks.

Judith's chocolate and rum cake

A classic cake recipe that you will find yourself making again and again.

Rhubarb shortcake

One the kids will enjoy making as much as eating

Crispy skin salmon with watercress pesto

A Kiwi twist on a Middle Eastern specialty

Slow-cooker bolognaise

Annabel Langbein makes a family favourite

Parsnip carbonara with oyster mushrooms

There's no pasta and no dairy and this plant-based variation as good as the original

Understanding canola oil

The processing of this common cooking oil puts it on the best avoided list

Latest From Travel

TRAVEL

Into the deep caves

2 Sep, 2017 5:00am

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TRAVEL

Best places to take a photo in Paris

1 Sep, 2017 12:00pm
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All the iconic photos you need to take while in the City of Lights.

TRAVEL

Flight check: Adelaide to Auckland

1 Sep, 2017 8:00am
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Stephanie Holmes flies from Adelaide to Auckland aboard Air New Zealand's NZ792.

TRAVEL

Room check: The historic Anchorage Hotel

1 Sep, 2017 4:00am
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Anna Harrison checks into the historic Anchorage Hotel.

Latest From Technology

BUSINESS

Mobile data gets cheaper for Kiwis

2 Sep, 2017 11:43am

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BUSINESS

Selfie app to screen for cancer

2 Sep, 2017 9:20am
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A new smartphone app could dramatically improve rates of diagnosis for one type of cancer.

BUSINESS

Apple confirms iPhone 8 launch

2 Sep, 2017 8:38am
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Apple has sent out invitations to an event widely thought to be the iPhone 8 launch.

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